Practice where you play.
The range is a great place to develop your swing. But to simulate a real round, take your practice onto the course. Bring 5–10 golf balls and work through different lies, clubs, targets and distances.
Make each shot count. Notice how the ball reacts, then make an adjustment before the next swing.
What you need
- 5–10 golf balls
- Your golf clubs
- A home or tournament course that permits on-course practice
- A safe, clear hole or designated practice area
- Optional scorecard for the birdie challenge
How to set up
- Choose a hole or practice area where on-course practice is permitted.
- Find a safe location with no other golfers within range.
- Choose a shot, club, target and distance to practice.
- Have your 5–10 golf balls ready and set a goal for the session.
Take the challenge
- Prepare: Choose your practice spot and bring 5–10 balls.
- Practice different shots: Try different clubs, trajectories, distances and lies where permitted.
- Learn and adjust: Watch where each shot lands and finishes; make one adjustment.
- Finish the hole: For an extra challenge, choose a practice ball and play it into the cup.
Take it to the next level
Birdie Challenge: Choose a practice ball, finish the hole and see how many birdies you can make.
Record your results: Keep track of birdies over several practice holes or attempts.
Beat your personal best: Return to the course and try to improve while focusing on smart decisions and clean execution.
Progress matters more than a perfect score.
Watch the On-Course Demonstration
See how practicing a real-course shot helps prepare a junior golfer for tournament conditions.
Practice demonstration · Playback depends on Wix video processing and device compatibility.
Take your practice onto the course
Prepare, practice different shots, learn and adjust, then finish the hole. Make every shot an opportunity to learn.
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