Practice Programs

Complete Golf Practice Blueprint for Bandon Crossings

Discover tailored practice programs for this course.

Total Programs

48

48 complete programs built for this course

Unique Drills

195

Total unique drills across all programs

Skill Pillars

11

Accuracy · Aim · Alignment · Dispersion · Distance Control · Mechanics

Session Durations

7

3 days , 4 days , 5 days , 6 days , 7 days , 8 days , 9 days

AccuracyAimAlignmentDispersionDistance ControlMechanics+5 more

Bandon Crossings Practice Profile

We've mapped a comprehensive practice profile for Bandon Crossings, 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

Distance Control 25%Scoring 21%Aim 20%Precision 16%Accuracy 15%

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.

19
Average HCP
10.9
Minimum HCP
34.8
Maximum HCP

Top Drills

Featured Drills for Bandon Crossings

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

Diagram for Putting Aid: Chalk Line, 10/20
Putting18 min

Putting Aid: Chalk Line, 10/20

Make 10 out of 20 putts over the chalk starting line.

Diagram for Chip | Deep Rough and Other | Above/Below Feet
Short Game26 min

Chip | Deep Rough and Other | Above/Below Feet

Up to 5 players hit two buckets of balls (avg. bucket is 40 balls) from the sloped deep rough and other extreme grass types; one bucket with balls above feet level, and one bucket with balls below feet level.

Diagram for Short irons (9,8) | 3 Landing Zones
Driving Range31 min

Short irons (9,8) | 3 Landing Zones

Hit 15 balls to each landing zone using short irons only. Hit one bucket of ~50 balls. Count total number of successful shots.

Diagram for Chip | Deep Rough and Other | Above/Below Feet
Short Game26 min

Chip | Deep Rough and Other | Above/Below Feet

Hit two buckets of balls (avg. bucket is 40 balls) from the sloped deep rough and other extreme grass types; one bucket with balls above feet level, and one bucket with balls below feet level.

Diagram for Chip | Parallel Ball Lines | 3 Landing Zones
Short Game26 min

Chip | Parallel Ball Lines | 3 Landing Zones

Up to 5 players compete to stop a chip shot inside the landing zone(s). The player with the most points at the end wins the challenge. Up to 80 balls are needed.

Diagram for Chip | Parallel Piles | Quadrants
Short Game26 min

Chip | Parallel Piles | Quadrants

Up to 5 players compete to stop a chip shot inside the quadrant(s). The player with the most points wins the challenge. One bucket of balls per player is needed.

Course Details

Everything you need to know about Bandon Crossings.

Contact Information

📞

Phone

+44 (0)1250 872622

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Fax

+44 (0) 1250 872622

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Email

Jim@bandoncrossings.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

87530 Dew Valley Ln, Bandon, OR 97411, USA

Course Description

A beautiful 18 hole golf course near the Southern Oregon Coast, Bandon Crossings is a delightful change of pace from many coastal golf courses. It can be enjoyed either walking or with a power cart, and is maintained in excellent condition. It is home to "18 Unique Experiences". It boasts features akin to both links golf and park-like settings, as it takes it shape from the land itself. Bandon has become a golfer's mecca, and Bandon Crossings is no exception. Some land is made is made for golf. Bandon, Oregon is one of those places, and Bandon Crossings offers Great Golf & Great Value. Chosen by Golfweek as one of Oregon's Best Places to Play in 2008, and included in GOLF Magazine's Top 10 new golf courses for 2007, it has already won national acclaim. The 2009 PGA Travel Guide lists it as a "Favorite Hidden Gem".While not part of the Bandon Dunes Golf Resort, Bandon Crossings offers resort quality golf, with optional poser carts, at a golfer-friendly value price.

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Course Information

Holes

18

Par

72

Type

Parkland

Architect

Dan Hixson

Opened

2007

Google Reviews

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4.6(130 reviews)
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Scorecard

Course Scorecard & Tee Insights

Toggle the colour-coded tees to reveal hole-by-hole pars, handicaps, yardages, and gender-specific ratings for Bandon Crossings, all within a single responsive scorecard.

Scorecard data available for NORTH RED

Tee Insight:This course delivers steady pressure through wedge and short iron approaches on packed par fours plus reachable par fives for birdie bets, but front nine spikes risks via steeper slope and higher ratings.
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NORTH BLUE Tee

Gender: FemalePar 716135 yards5610 metersCR 77.0Bogey 109.5Slope 138

Gender: Female

Front Nine · CR 39.8 · BR 56.8 · Slope 144

Back Nine · CR 37.2 · BR 52.7 · Slope 131

Hole123456789IN101112131415161718OUTTotal
Par444544435373443435533471
Handicap711319131517581242101416186
Yardage375345400475370335315130545329021035542515536016550049518028456135

Programs

Skill-Based Practice Programs for Bandon Crossings

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 profile
29% match
For NORTH RED tees

Hit putts with both left and right breaks, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.

Putting~18 min17 HCP3 drills
Aim38%
Alignment23%
Stroke22%
60% match
For NORTH RED tees

Chip close, for a 20-handicap player, ~20 minutes.

Short Game~26 min20 HCP6 drills
Accuracy31%
Distance Control23%
Alignment20%

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12 Week Flagship Program for Bandon Crossings

A complete and progressive long-term development curriculum mapped from easier to harder drills, specifically for Bandon Crossings. 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 13 days

Putting · 9 ft (3m) only

Pace Putts To Hole

Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 17.0

Weeks 1–36 days

Short Game · Chip

Avoid Three-Putts

Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0

Week 33 days

Driving Range · Woods (Hy,5W,3W)

Check your setup: does your swing match the shot?

Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0

Week 43 days

Putting · 9 ft (3m) only

Hit Center Of Cup From 9 Feet

Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 12.0

Weeks 4–55 days

Short Game · Chip

Chip 5–15 Yds From Fringe

Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0

Weeks 6–76 days

Driving Range · Driver

Driver Fairway Accuracy For Beginners

Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0

Weeks 7–85 days

Putting · 6 ft (2m) only

Hit Target Line On All Shots

Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 11.0

Weeks 8–107 days

Short Game · Chip

Chip 5–15 Yds From Fringe

Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0

Weeks 10–127 days

Driving Range · Short irons (9,8)

Hit Short Irons Close To Flag

Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0

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64% match
For NORTH RED tees

Up-and-down contest, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.

Short Game~26 min35 HCP5 drills
Scoring27%
Alignment24%
Distance Control24%
71% match
For NORTH RED tees

Pick line and commit, for a 2-handicap player, ~10 minutes.

Short Game~26 min1 HCP5 drills
Aim29%
Distance Control19%
Precision18%
56% match
For NORTH RED tees

Precision from tough lie, for a 23-handicap player, ~20 minutes.

Short Game~26 min23 HCP9 drills
Precision30%
Distance Control21%
Alignment17%
55% match
For NORTH RED tees

Chip through gate, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.

Short Game~26 min34 HCP8 drills
Aim35%
Scoring25%
Alignment18%

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70% match
For NORTH BLUE tees

Pick landing spot, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.

Short Game~26 min17 HCP3 drills
Accuracy23%
Distance Control22%
Scoring18%

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61% match
For NORTH BLUE tees

Feel the green, for a 24-handicap player, ~20 minutes.

Short Game~26 min23 HCP9 drills
Distance Control33%
Alignment25%
Accuracy11%
71% match
For NORTH BLUE tees

Vary landing spot, for a 3-handicap player, ~10 minutes.

Short Game~26 min3 HCP8 drills
Distance Control23%
Aim20%
Precision18%
77% match
For NORTH GOLD tees

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

Short Game~26 min35 HCP6 drills
Distance Control25%
Scoring22%
Alignment18%
63% match
For NORTH GOLD tees

Flop over hazards, for a 16-handicap player, ~15 minutes.

Short Game~26 min15 HCP7 drills
Alignment19%
Distance Control18%
Precision16%
60% match
For NORTH GOLD tees

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

Driving Range~31 min17 HCP3 drills
Scoring27%
Dispersion20%
Precision17%

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68% match
For NORTH GOLD tees

Turn into birdies, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.

Short Game~26 min34 HCP9 drills
Scoring25%
Alignment19%
Distance Control18%
68% match
For NORTH GOLD tees

Chip close, for a 17-handicap player, ~15 minutes.

Short Game~26 min17 HCP8 drills
Accuracy22%
Distance Control21%
Scoring16%
64% match
For NORTH GOLD tees

Stop on a dime, for a 21-handicap player, ~20 minutes.

Short Game23-26 min21 HCP9 drills
Distance Control31%
Alignment24%
Accuracy22%
66% match
For NORTH GOLD tees

Chip through gate, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.

Short Game~26 min34 HCP3 drills
Aim23%
Alignment19%
Dispersion14%
75% match
For NORTH GOLD tees

Stop on a dime, for a 4-handicap player, ~10 minutes.

Short Game~26 min3 HCP6 drills
Distance Control29%
Scoring15%
Trajectory14%
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No upcoming tournaments at this time.

FAQ

Frequently Asked Questions about Bandon Crossings

Get answers to common questions about playing Bandon Crossings and what to expect.

How difficult is Bandon Crossings for mid-handicap golfers?

Players often find Bandon Crossings technically exacting. At 138.0, it provides challenge without being extreme. The course rating of 77.0 reflects on scoring relative to par 72.

What tees should a 15 handicap play at Bandon Crossings?

A 15 handicap golfer should consider tees closer to 5140 yards. The back tees extend to 6135.0 yards, which makes approach shots longer and scoring more challenging.

What is considered a good score at Bandon Crossings?

With a course rating of 77.0 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 Bandon Crossings and how does yardage affect play?

At a full length of 6135.0 yards, it emphasizes accuracy and wedge play.

What type of course is Bandon Crossings and how should I play it?

Architecturally, it reflects a Parkland style. 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 Bandon Crossings strategically challenging?

The combination of a slope rating of 138.0 and yardage reaching 6135.0 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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