Practice uphill and downhill putts, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Practice Programs
Complete Golf Practice Blueprint for Altos de la Tahona
Discover tailored practice programs for this course.
Total Programs
15
15 complete programs built for this course
Unique Drills
66
Total unique drills across all programs
Skill Pillars
11
Accuracy · Aim · Alignment · Dispersion · Distance Control · Mechanics
Session Durations
6
3 days , 4 days , 5 days , 6 days , 7 days , 8 days
Altos de la Tahona Practice Profile
We've mapped a comprehensive practice profile for Altos de la Tahona, 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 Altos de la Tahona
Most-used drills from for this course. Practice as standalone drills or scroll down for full programs.
Putting Aid: String Line, 10/20
Make 10 out of 20 putts, underneath the hanging string line.
Chip | Scattered Ball Lines | Quadrants
Scatter a bucket of balls (avg. bucket is 40 balls) into 8 equal lines of 5 balls and stop chip shots inside quadrants. Count the number of successes.
Mid irons (7,6,5) | Ladder Challenge
Complete the Ladder Challenge using mid irons only. Hit one bucket of ~50 balls.
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.
All irons (9 to 2) | Alternate Targets Challenge
Complete the Alternate Targets Challenge using irons only. Hit one bucket of ~50 balls.
Putting Aid: Plane Board, Ball Gate, 10/20
Make 10 out of 20 putts through the ball gate, using plane board.
Course Details
Everything you need to know about Altos de la Tahona.
Contact Information
Phone
+44 (0)1250 872622
Fax
+44 (0) 1250 872622
socios@latahona.com.uy
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Facilities
Location
Camino de los Horneros
Course Description
La Tahona is a Uruguayan real estate developer known for creating seven private, gated residential neighborhoods across 357 hectares to serve around 1,300 families. With a long-standing history of more than 30 years, the company blends security, nature, and community through master-planned developments that include golf facilities and integrated amenities. It operates primarily in the Montevideo area, offering property sales, lots, and turnkey projects within its masterplan communities such as Lomas, Toscana, Mirador, Altos, Viñedos, Chacras, Cavas, and Tahona Valley. The group also encompasses associated amenities like La Tahona Golf Club and commercial and corporate offerings within its neighborhoods.
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Course Information
Holes
9
Par
27
Type
Parkland
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Programs
Skill-Based Practice Programs for Altos de la Tahona
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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% match to course practice profileStop near the hole, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Set up for high shot, for a 23-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Eliminate hooks, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
10 Week Flagship Program for Altos de la Tahona
A complete and progressive long-term development curriculum mapped from easier to harder drills, specifically for Altos de la Tahona. Start with the basics and work your way towards more challenging drills. Commit to 10 weeks of training and get in proper shape. Four days counts as a week.
Putting · 9 ft (3m) only
Pace Putts To Hole
Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 17.0
Short Game · Chip
Avoid Three-Putts
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Short Game · Pitch
Feet, hips, shoulders—are you set up for success?
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 27.0
Short Game · Sand
Open up and let it fly: alignment for bunker shots
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 27.0
Short Game · Flop
Open up and let it fly: alignment for flop shots
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 23.0
Driving Range · Long irons (4,3,2)
Eliminate Hook With Long Irons
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Driving Range · Wedges (LW,SW,GW,PW)
Land it softly with the perfect trajectory
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 29.0
Driving Range · Wedges (LW,SW,GW,PW)
Center of the green: reduce spread on wedges
Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 17.0
Driving Range · Mid irons (7,6,5)
Mid-Iron Distance Accuracy
Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 17.0
Stick to wedge line, for a 9-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Convert every opportunity, for a 3-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Thread the gap, for a 13-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Check setup, for a 27-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Set up for success, for a 27-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
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Get StartedControl wedge loft, for a 29-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Precision from 200 yards, for a 1-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Eliminate off-target wedges, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Reduce misses, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Turn into birdies, for a 13-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Maximize in regulation, for a 1-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Prepare for Tournaments at Altos de la Tahona
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 Altos de la Tahona
Get answers to common questions about playing Altos de la Tahona and what to expect.
How difficult is Altos de la Tahona for mid-handicap golfers?
Players often find Altos de la Tahona technically exacting. With a slope of 120, it remains playable for a wide handicap range. The course rating of 70 reflects on scoring relative to par 27.
What tees should a 15 handicap play at Altos de la Tahona?
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 Altos de la Tahona?
With a course rating of 70 and par 27, a mid-handicap golfer would typically score in the mid to high 80s. Stronger players aiming to break 27 must manage approach shots and avoid penalty strokes.
How long is Altos de la Tahona 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 Altos de la Tahona and how should I play it?
Altos de la Tahona 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 Altos de la Tahona 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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