Practice Programs

Complete Golf Practice Blueprint for Almenara Golf Resorts

Discover tailored practice programs for this course.

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Total Programs

16 complete programs built for this course

Unique Drills

Total unique drills across all programs

Skill Pillars

Accuracy · Aim · Alignment · Dispersion · Distance Control · Green Reading

Session Durations

3 days , 4 days , 5 days , 6 days , 8 days , 9 days

AccuracyAimAlignmentDispersionDistance ControlGreen Reading+5 more

Los Pinos Practice Profile

We've mapped a comprehensive practice profile for Los Pinos, 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

Scoring 27%Distance Control 26%Precision 20%Trajectory 13%Dispersion 12%

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.

18.3

Average HCP

10.8

Minimum HCP

30.2

Maximum HCP

Top Drills

Featured Drills for Los Pinos

Most-used drills from for this course. Practice as standalone drills or scroll down for full programs.

Putting18 min

Putting Aid: Alignment Mirror, 15/25

Make 15 out of 25 putts using an alignment mirror.

Short Game26 min

Chip | Deep Rough and Other | Uphill/Downhill

Hit two buckets of balls (avg. bucket is 40 balls) from the sloped deep rough and other extreme grass types; one bucket from the uphill slope and one bucket from the downhill slope.

Driving Range31 min

Driver | Ladder Challenge

Complete the Ladder Challenge using driver only. Hit one bucket of ~50 balls.

Driving Range31 min

Driver | Dispersion Corridors

Hit 15 balls to each dispersion corridor using driver only. Hit one bucket of ~50 balls. Count total number of successful shots.

Driving Range31 min

Driver | Left-to-R and Right-to-L Shot

Produce left-to-right and right-to-left shots using driver only. Hit one bucket of ~50 balls.

Driving Range30 min

All irons (9 to 2) | Tendencies Discovery

Discover tendencies amongst irons raise awareness, what is likely to happen in a given situation. Hit one bucket of ~50 balls.

Course Details

Everything you need to know about Los Pinos.

Contact Information

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Phone

+44 (0)1250 872622

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Fax

+44 (0) 1250 872622

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almenara@sotogrande.com

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Facilities

✓Driving Range

✓Putting Green

✓Chipping Green

✓Practice Bunker

✓Motor Cart

✓Pull Cart

✓Golf Clubs Rental

✗Club Fitting

✓Pro Shop

✓Golf Lessons

✗Caddie Hire

✓Restaurant

✓Reception Hall

✓Changing Room

✓Lockers

✗Lodging on Site

Location

Avenida Almenara

Course Description

El campo de golf de 27 hoyos, diseñado por el prestigioso especialista Dave Thomas, constituye un reto apasionante para los jugadores más exigentes. Sus recorridos discurren entre excepcionales paisajes naturales y entorno a dos grandes lagos rodeados de pinos y alcornoques. Después, sumérjase en un oasis de paz: Elysium, el Spa de Sotogrande, donde el agua y la luz natural invitan a vivir una experiencia relajante y revitalizadora. Disfrute de los más innovadores tratamientos y las más variadas actividades diseñadas para su relax y belleza. Entre las instalaciones del Almenara destacan además la Academia de Golf, el Centro Hípico, el Racquet Centre junto a la playa con pistas de tenis y padel, el club de playa, cuatro salones de convenciones con capacidad para hasta 800 personas y una variada oferta gastronómica en el hotel y en las inmediaciones que incluye Gaia, un ambiente sofisticado de cocina internacional, el más informal VeinTeeOcho, lugar elegido por los jugadores de golf y cuyas magníficas vistas enamoran, así que el club de playa Cucurucho, ideal también para celebraciones, banquetes, cenas de gala y barbacoas.

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Course Information

Holes

Par

Type

Parkland

Architect

Dave Thomas

Opened

1998

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Programs

Skill-Based Practice Programs for Los Pinos

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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Read Subtle Breaks

Control pace from 3 to 20 feet, for a 2-handicap player, ~10 minutes.

Putting15-24 min1 HCP4 drills

Precision34%

Scoring33%

Aim20%

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Hit Every Long Putt

Work on alignment and starting line, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.

Putting15-27 min17 HCP4 drills

Distance Control35%

Visualization25%

Dispersion23%

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Stop Chips Near Hole

Chip to the green, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.

Short Game~26 min35 HCP4 drills

Aim34%

Scoring29%

Alignment18%

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Turn bunker shots into par saves—score from the sand

Turn into par saves, for a 16-handicap player, ~15 minutes.

Short Game23-26 min16 HCP9 drills

Scoring30%

Distance Control17%

Precision14%

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12 Week Flagship Program for Los Pinos

A complete and progressive long-term development curriculum mapped from easier to harder drills, specifically for Los Pinos. 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.

Week 1≤ 4 days

Putting · Long (20+ ft)

Hit Every Long Putt

Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 17.0

Week 2≤ 4 days

Putting · 6 ft (2m) only

Read Subtle Breaks

Difficulty: Expert · Program HCP 1.0

Week 3≤ 4 days

Short Game · Chip

Stop Chips Near Hole

Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0

Weeks 4–5≤ 7 days

Short Game · Chip

Match Clubface to Target

Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 30.0

Weeks 6–8≤ 7 days

Short Game · Sand

Turn bunker shots into par saves—score from the sand

Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 16.0

Weeks 8–9≤ 6 days

Driving Range · Long irons (4,3,2)

Control Long Iron Flight

Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0

Weeks 9–10≤ 4 days

Driving Range · Short irons (9,8)

Perfect your swing: mechanics for short iron success

Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0

Weeks 10–11≤ 5 days

Driving Range · Wedges (LW,SW,GW,PW)

Wedge Distance Control Inside 100 Yards

Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0

Week 12≤ 3 days

Driving Range · Driver

Control Driver Flight Path

Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 17.0

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Control Driver Flight Path

Control flight path, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.

Driving Range~31 min17 HCP3 drills

Scoring27%

Dispersion20%

Precision17%

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Control Long Iron Flight

Stop missing greens, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.

Driving Range~31 min35 HCP6 drills

Precision33%

Aim19%

Mechanics15%

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Short Game 15–35 Yds From Bunker, Fringe, Rough

Land 2 feet away, for a 1-handicap player, ~10 minutes.

Short Game~26 min0 HCP4 drills

Scoring45%

Distance Control28%

Visualization17%

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Match Clubface to Target

Match clubface, for a 31-handicap player, ~30 minutes.

Short Game~26 min30 HCP8 drills

Alignment31%

Distance Control23%

Accuracy13%

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Bump'n'Run 15–25 Yds From Tight Lies

Handle tight lies, for a 3-handicap player, ~10 minutes.

Short Game~26 min3 HCP4 drills

Distance Control45%

Trajectory19%

Precision15%

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Sand 10–25 Yds

Save par consistently, for a 14-handicap player, ~15 minutes.

Short Game~26 min13 HCP3 drills

Distance Control27%

Scoring23%

Accuracy14%

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Land it close: set up par or better every time

Turn into birdies, for a 10-handicap player, ~15 minutes.

Driving Range30-31 min10 HCP8 drills

Distance Control33%

Scoring26%

Trajectory15%

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Driver Distance Consistency 200+ Yards

Improve driver accuracy, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.

Driving Range~31 min17 HCP3 drills

Scoring27%

Dispersion20%

Precision17%

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Wedge Distance Control Inside 100 Yards

Stop missed shots, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.

Driving Range~31 min35 HCP5 drills

Precision25%

Mechanics18%

Trajectory17%

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Lag it long: can you control your driver distance every time?

Control driver distance, for a 6-handicap player, ~10 minutes.

Driving Range~31 min6 HCP3 drills

Distance Control35%

Scoring23%

Trajectory22%

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Mid-Iron Trajectory Control

Achieve distance accuracy, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.

Driving Range30-31 min17 HCP9 drills

Scoring22%

Distance Control21%

Dispersion21%

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Perfect your swing: mechanics for short iron success

Perfect short iron swing, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.

Driving Range~31 min35 HCP4 drills

Mechanics45%

Precision29%

Trajectory26%

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Prepare for Tournaments at Los Pinos

Follow a complete multi-week structured practice program ahead of the upcoming events and arrive prepared.

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FAQ

Frequently Asked Questions about Los Pinos

Get answers to common questions about playing Los Pinos and what to expect.

How difficult is Los Pinos for mid-handicap golfers?

From a scoring perspective, Los Pinos challenges consistency. With a slope of 120, it remains playable for a wide handicap range. The course rating of 70 reflects on scoring relative to par 36.

What tees should a 15 handicap play at Los Pinos?

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 Los Pinos?

With a course rating of 70 and par 36, a mid-handicap golfer would typically score in the mid to high 80s. Stronger players aiming to break 36 must manage approach shots and avoid penalty strokes.

How long is Los Pinos 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 Los Pinos and how should I play it?

Los Pinos 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 Los Pinos 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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