Follow through fully, for a 2-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Practice Programs
Complete Golf Practice Blueprint for Barefoot Resort and Golf
Discover tailored practice programs for this course.
Total Programs
47
47 complete programs built for this course
Unique Drills
191
Total unique drills across all programs
Skill Pillars
12
Accuracy · Aim · Alignment · Dispersion · Distance Control · Green Reading
Session Durations
7
3 days , 4 days , 5 days , 6 days , 7 days , 8 days , 9 days
Love Practice Profile
We've mapped a comprehensive practice profile for Love, 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 Love
Most-used drills from for this course. Practice as standalone drills or scroll down for full programs.
Single Tee, 15/25
Make 15 out of 25 putts
Pitch| Scattered Piles | 3 Landing Zones
Scatter a bucket of balls (avg. bucket is 40 balls) into 8 equal piles of 5 balls and hit-and-land pitch shots inside landing zones. Count the number of successes.
All Woods (Hy to Dr) | Club Swapping Challenge
Complete the Club Swapping Challenge using woods only. Hit one bucket of ~50 balls.
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.
Pitch | Perpendicular Ball Lines | Multiple Targets
Align a bucket of balls (avg. bucket is 40 balls) into 2 perpendicular lines 20 balls per line and stop pitch shots close to multiple targets. Count the number of successes.</p>
Pitch | Perpendicular Piles | 9 Stop Zones
Align a bucket of balls (avg. bucket is 40 balls) into 10 equal perpendicular piles of 4 balls and stop pitch shots inside 9 Stop Zones. Count the number of successful stops.
Course Details
Everything you need to know about Love.
Contact Information
Phone
+44 (0)1250 872622
Fax
+44 (0) 1250 872622
dgenevro@barefootgolf.com
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Facilities
Location
4980 Barefoot Resort Bridge Road
Course Description
A 2,300 acre residential golf community, Barefoot Resort & Golf is one of the most exceptional golf resorts in Myrtle Beach. With names like Tom Fazio, Davis Love III, Greg Norman and Pete Dye, golfers know that they will be treated to some of the finest golf architecture in the world. On April 13, 2000 Barefoot successfully opened four championship courses simultaneously, making it the only time a developer has opened four new courses at the same time in the United States. We are the host site of Golf Channel's hit TV show – ‘Big Break' Myrtle Beach. Each golf course has received national acclaim by all of the major golf publications. They include: Myrtle Beach's #1 Golf Course ranking and "Americas Top 100 Public Courses" by Golf Digest, "Top 15 You Can Play in SC" by Golfweek and holds the distinction of being named both the Myrtle Beach and SC state "Golf Course of the Year." Featuring all-inclusive golf packages with premium resort-style amenities, a state of the art lighted driving range, short game practice facility, full service restaurant and bar, everything you need can be found at the resort or just a short drive away. All this and more is conveniently located within minutes of fine dining, entertainment, shopping and the wide beaches of North Myrtle Beach. For more information on how to book a tee time, your next golf vacation or how to become a Member, give us a call or head on over to www.barefootgolf.com to learn more It's no secret why Barefoot Resort & Golf is one of the most sought after golf destinations in the country. Let us help make your vacation one to remember!
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Course Information
Holes
72
Par
72
Type
Parkland
Architect
Davis Love III
Opened
2000
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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 Love, all within a single responsive scorecard.
Scorecard data available for Gold
Family Tee
Gender: Female
Front Nine · CR 33.9 · BR 48.2 · Slope 121
Back Nine · CR 34.7 · BR 48.9 · Slope 120
| Hole | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | IN | 10 | 11 | 12 | 13 | 14 | 15 | 16 | 17 | 18 | OUT | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Par | 4 | 5 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 35 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 5 | 36 | 71 |
| Handicap | 13 | 7 | 15 | 17 | 1 | 9 | 5 | 3 | 11 | — | 16 | 18 | 2 | 8 | 10 | 14 | 12 | 6 | 4 | — | — |
| Yardage | 268 | 383 | 139 | 252 | 308 | 300 | 264 | 358 | 160 | 2432 | 296 | 109 | 287 | 373 | 305 | 154 | 300 | 280 | 385 | 2489 | 4921 |
Gold Tee
Gender: Female
Front Nine · CR 35.2 · BR 49.8 · Slope 124
Back Nine · CR 35.8 · BR 50.3 · Slope 123
| Hole | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | IN | 10 | 11 | 12 | 13 | 14 | 15 | 16 | 17 | 18 | OUT | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Par | 4 | 5 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 5 | 3 | 36 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 5 | 36 | 72 |
| Handicap | 13 | 7 | 15 | 17 | 1 | 9 | 5 | 3 | 11 | — | 16 | 18 | 2 | 8 | 10 | 14 | 12 | 6 | 4 | — | — |
| Yardage | 243 | 437 | 116 | 247 | 395 | 281 | 315 | 444 | 139 | 2617 | 275 | 100 | 370 | 416 | 337 | 127 | 295 | 355 | 454 | 2729 | 5346 |
Green Tee
Gender: Female
Front Nine · CR 36.4 · BR 51.5 · Slope 128
Back Nine · CR 36.5 · BR 52.1 · Slope 132
| Hole | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | IN | 10 | 11 | 12 | 13 | 14 | 15 | 16 | 17 | 18 | OUT | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Par | 4 | 5 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 5 | 3 | 36 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 5 | 36 | 72 |
| Handicap | 13 | 7 | 15 | 17 | 1 | 9 | 5 | 3 | 11 | — | 16 | 18 | 2 | 8 | 10 | 14 | 12 | 6 | 4 | — | — |
| Yardage | 268 | 455 | 139 | 252 | 400 | 300 | 357 | 468 | 160 | 2799 | 296 | 109 | 385 | 420 | 361 | 154 | 300 | 353 | 466 | 2844 | 5643 |
White Tee
Gender: Female
Front Nine · CR 37.6 · BR 53.4 · Slope 134
Back Nine · CR 37.7 · BR 53.5 · Slope 134
| Hole | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | IN | 10 | 11 | 12 | 13 | 14 | 15 | 16 | 17 | 18 | OUT | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Par | 4 | 5 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 5 | 3 | 36 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 5 | 36 | 72 |
| Handicap | 13 | 7 | 15 | 17 | 1 | 9 | 5 | 3 | 11 | — | 16 | 18 | 2 | 8 | 10 | 14 | 12 | 6 | 4 | — | — |
| Yardage | 321 | 455 | 144 | 265 | 420 | 340 | 398 | 485 | 187 | 3015 | 321 | 109 | 393 | 447 | 361 | 154 | 332 | 389 | 534 | 3040 | 6055 |
Programs
Skill-Based Practice Programs for Love
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 47 Programs
% match to course practice profileHit Every Long Putt
Save par consistently, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Chip to the green, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
13 Week Flagship Program for Love
A complete and progressive long-term development curriculum mapped from easier to harder drills, specifically for Love. Start with the basics and work your way towards more challenging drills. Commit to 13 weeks of training and get in proper shape. Four days counts as a week.
Putting · Long (20+ ft)
Hit Every Long Putt
Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 17.0
Short Game · Chip
Avoid Three-Putts
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Driving Range · Long irons (4,3,2)
Feet, hips, shoulders—consistent contact every time
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Putting · 9 ft (3m) only
Target Cup Accurately On All Shots
Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 11.0
Short Game · Chip
Chip 5–15 Yds From Fringe
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Driving Range · Wedges (LW,SW,GW,PW)
Control the loft: spin and height as needed
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 27.0
Putting · 6 ft (2m) only
Sink More Putts Accurately
Difficulty: Expert · Program HCP 2.0
Short Game · Chip
Stop Chips Near Hole
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Driving Range · Driver
Challenge: eliminate wild misses on tee shots
Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 17.0
Hit every fairway, for a 13-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Control wedge rollout, for a 10-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Stick flops to green, for a 16-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Make Every 20+ Ft Putt
Unlock Your Golf Potential
Get personalized coaching and custom training programs tailored to your game.
Get StartedFeel the green, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Turn into birdies, for a 17-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Pick line and commit, for a 2-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Stop on a dime, for a 21-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Pick line and commit, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Land 3-4 feet away, for a 16-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Up-and-down contest, for a 5-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Vary landing spot, for a 20-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Pick line and commit, for a 33-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Save par clutch, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Visualize perfect chip, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Perfect long iron swing, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Unlock Your Golf Potential
Get personalized coaching and custom training programs tailored to your game.
Get StartedStick to long iron line, for a 1-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Avoid Three-Putts
Pick landing spot, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Chip through gate, for a 2-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Stop on a dime, for a 32-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Hit intended line, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Stop close from 30 yards, for a 16-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Stop close from 30 yards, for a 7-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Approach from hazards, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Choose a clear target, for a 11-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Work together for contact, for a 30-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Turn into birdies, for a 19-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Unlock Your Golf Potential
Get personalized coaching and custom training programs tailored to your game.
Get StartedPinpoint accuracy, for a 20-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Control woods rollout, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Hit within 10 yards, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Fade or draw wedges, for a 28-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Save par clutch, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Turn into birdies, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Hit intended line, for a 2-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Avoid 3-putt, for a 25-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Precision from tough lie, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Hit intended line, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Vary landing spot, for a 16-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Vary landing spot, for a 5-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Unlock Your Golf Potential
Get personalized coaching and custom training programs tailored to your game.
Get StartedLand 3-4 feet away, for a 16-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Stop close from 30 yards, for a 22-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Follow through fully, for a 2-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Prepare for Tournaments at Love
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 Love
Get answers to common questions about playing Love and what to expect.
How difficult is Love for mid-handicap golfers?
Players often find Love technically exacting. At 134.0, it provides challenge without being extreme. The course rating of 75.3 reflects on scoring relative to par 72.
What tees should a 15 handicap play at Love?
A 15 handicap golfer should consider tees closer to 5488 yards. The back tees extend to 6055.0 yards, which makes approach shots longer and scoring more challenging.
What is considered a good score at Love?
With a course rating of 75.3 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 Love and how does yardage affect play?
At a full length of 6055.0 yards, it emphasizes accuracy and wedge play.
What type of course is Love 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 Love strategically challenging?
The combination of a slope rating of 134.0 and yardage reaching 6055.0 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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