Dial in touch, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Practice Programs
Complete Golf Practice Blueprint for Alicante Golf
Discover tailored practice programs for this course.
Total Programs
13
13 complete programs built for this course
Unique Drills
55
Total unique drills across all programs
Skill Pillars
11
Accuracy · Aim · Alignment · Dispersion · Distance Control · Green Reading
Session Durations
5
3 days , 4 days , 6 days , 8 days , 9 days
Alicante Practice Profile
We've mapped a comprehensive practice profile for Alicante, identifying the specific skills this course demands most. The skill distribution below shows which areas of your game will be tested most frequently based on the hole-by-hole analysis (hole handicaps, stroke index, yardage, etc.), while the handicap ranges indicate the typical player profiles who perform well here.
Focus your practice on these key skills to maximize improvement and lower your scores. Check the practice programs below for targeted drills that address these specific skills.
Skill Distribution
Handicap Performance Insights
The handicap ranges shown represent the typical performance levels for this course. Players within these ranges can expect competitive scores, while those outside may yield benefits or may need additional practice in the highlighted skill areas to perform at their best.
Top Drills
Featured Drills for Alicante
Most-used drills from for this course. Practice as standalone drills or scroll down for full programs.
Pitch| Parallel Piles | Bullseye 2x
Align a bucket of balls (avg. bucket is 40 balls) into 10 equal parallel piles of 4 balls and stop pitch shots inside the Bullseye. Count the number of balls in the inner and outer Bullseye.
Woods (Hy to 3W) | Backswing
Work only on backswing using woods only. Hit one bucket of ~50 balls.
Woods (Hy to 3W) | Downswing
Work only on downswing using woods only. Hit one bucket of ~50 balls.
Woods (Hy to 3W) | Impact and Follow Through
Work only on 'impact and follow through' using woods only. Hit one bucket of ~50 balls.
Short irons (9,8) | PAR 3 Challenge
Complete the PAR 3 Challenge using short irons only. Hit one bucket of ~50 balls.
Short irons (9,8) | L-R and R-L 9 Targets
Hit 5 balls to each randomly selected target while producing left-to-right and right-to-left shots, using short irons only. Hit one bucket of ~50 balls.
Course Details
Everything you need to know about Alicante.
Contact Information
Phone
+44 (0)1250 872622
Fax
+44 (0) 1250 872622
clubgolf@alicantegolf.com
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Facilities
Location
Avenida Locutor Vicente Hipolito 37
Course Description
Alicante Golf is a premier golf facility located near the Mediterranean coast just minutes from downtown Alicante. Designed by Severiano Ballesteros, it is regarded as one of Spain’s top championship courses, offering an attractive yet challenging 18-hole layout with wide fairways and pristine greens. The venue also provides additional amenities including a pro shop, an academy, tournament hosting, and event spaces for weddings and corporate functions. Visitors can experience two linked courses for members and access exclusive benefits, along with practice facilities and organized events.
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Course Information
Holes
18
Par
72
Type
Parkland
Architect
Severiano Ballesteros
Opened
1998
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Programs
Skill-Based Practice Programs for Alicante
We studied the course layout and prepared practice programs to lower your scores. The programs are purpose-built for each tee to align with the course strategy. Each program consists of curated drills, with pre-defined modules designed to deliver results.
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Showing 13 Programs
% match to course practice profileSet sights, for a 13-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Match swing to shot, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Control 3-wood dispersion, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
12 Week Flagship Program for Alicante
A complete and progressive long-term development curriculum mapped from easier to harder drills, specifically for Alicante. Start with the basics and work your way towards more challenging drills. Commit to 12 weeks of training and get in proper shape. Four days counts as a week.
Short Game · Flop
Flop 15–25 Yds From Sand Or Tight Lie
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Short Game · Pitch
Thread the gap: pitch through a narrow landing zone
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 21.0
Short Game · Bump'n'Run
Thread the needle: roll your Bump'n'Run to tap-in range
Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 17.0
Short Game · Chip
Visualize the perfect chip, then make it happen
Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 17.0
Short Game · Pitch
Set your sights and deliver: aim challenge
Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 12.0
Driving Range · Woods (Hy,5W,3W)
Check your setup: does your swing match the shot?
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Driving Range · Woods (Hy,5W,3W)
Control 3-Wood Roll
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Driving Range · Mid irons (7,6,5)
Feet, hips, shoulders—consistent contact
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Driving Range · Wedges (LW,SW,GW,PW)
Perfect your swing: mechanics for wedge success
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
See landing and roll, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Pick landing spot, for a 11-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Precision from tough lie, for a 21-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
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Get StartedFlop from sand, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Avoid bunkers with long irons, for a 1-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Hit within 2-4 yards, for a 9-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Advanced accuracy, for a 1-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Consistent mid iron contact, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Avoid fat or thin shots, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Prepare for Tournaments at Alicante
Follow a complete multi-week structured practice program ahead of the upcoming events and arrive prepared.
No upcoming tournaments at this time.
FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions about Alicante
Get answers to common questions about playing Alicante and what to expect.
How difficult is Alicante for mid-handicap golfers?
Alicante presents a demanding test. With a slope of 120, it remains playable for a wide handicap range. The course rating of 70 reflects on scoring relative to par 72.
What tees should a 15 handicap play at Alicante?
A 15 handicap golfer should consider tees closer to 6000 yards. The back tees extend to 6500 yards, which makes approach shots longer and scoring more challenging.
What is considered a good score at Alicante?
With a course rating of 70 and par 72, a mid-handicap golfer would typically score in the mid to high 80s. Stronger players aiming to break 72 must manage approach shots and avoid penalty strokes.
How long is Alicante and how does yardage affect play?
Measuring 6500 yards at maximum length, scoring depends more on placement than raw power.
What type of course is Alicante and how should I play it?
Alicante is designed as a Parkland layout. Overall, the setup will reward players who place the ball in safe positions far from hazards. Also, type of shot is more crucial rather than just trying to gain distance.
What features make Alicante strategically challenging?
The combination of a slope rating of 120 and yardage reaching 6500 yards creates consistent pressure on approach shots. You will need to balance risk and reward, especially on longer par 4s and protected greens.
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