Putting
Changing-break putts
A putting drill for the Foundations stage, on the practice green, in about 15 minutes.
Read several ordinary practice-green putts without building obstacles.
- Developing / Intermediate
- With a parent
- Foundations
Equipment
- putter
- 6 balls
- tees
Demonstration
Kids Doing Great Things at Home - DIY Mini Golf by Shriners Children's Portland
Video by Shriners Children's Portland on YouTube. Not affiliated with Tessaira.
Steps
- 01Mark six different stations around one hole.
- 02Read each putt before making one rehearsal stroke.
- 03Note the pace and start-line pattern after the set.
Target
Try to finish the course in fewer total putts than your last playthrough.
Keep a shortlist of drills
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