Practice Programs

Complete Golf Practice Blueprint for Barefoot Resort and Golf

Discover tailored practice programs for this course.

North Myrtle Beach, South Carolina, United States of America
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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

AccuracyAimAlignmentDispersionDistance ControlGreen Reading+6 more

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

Distance Control 26%Scoring 23%Precision 16%Aim 16%Accuracy 16%

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.

18.4
Average HCP
10.2
Minimum HCP
33.1
Maximum HCP

Top Drills

Featured Drills for Love

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

Diagram for Single Tee, 15/25
Putting18 min

Single Tee, 15/25

Make 15 out of 25 putts

Diagram for Pitch| Scattered Piles | 3 Landing Zones
Short Game26 min

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.

Diagram for All Woods (Hy to Dr) | Club Swapping Challenge
Driving Range31 min

All Woods (Hy to Dr) | Club Swapping Challenge

Complete the Club Swapping Challenge using woods only. Hit one bucket of ~50 balls.

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 Pitch | Perpendicular Ball Lines | Multiple Targets
Short Game26 min

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>

Diagram for Pitch | Perpendicular Piles | 9 Stop Zones
Short Game26 min

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

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Fax

+44 (0) 1250 872622

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Email

dgenevro@barefootgolf.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

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

Tee Insight:This layout puts steady pressure on precise approaches to many short par fours, raising bogey risks that repeat over both nines. Reachable par fives bring go-or-layup choices that spike trouble near greens.
F

Family Tee

Gender: FemalePar 714921 yards4500 metersCR 68.6Bogey 97.1Slope 121

Gender: Female

Front Nine · CR 33.9 · BR 48.2 · Slope 121

Back Nine · CR 34.7 · BR 48.9 · Slope 120

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Par453444443354345434453671
Handicap137151719531116182810141264
Yardage268383139252308300264358160243229610928737330515430028038524894921

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 profile
61% match
For Gold tees

Save par consistently, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.

Short Game~26 min17 HCP7 drills
Accuracy24%
Scoring21%
Aim10%
67% match
For Gold tees

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

Short Game~26 min35 HCP6 drills
Distance Control23%
Aim21%
Alignment20%

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.

Week 14 days

Putting · Long (20+ ft)

Hit Every Long Putt

Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 17.0

Weeks 2–47 days

Short Game · Chip

Avoid Three-Putts

Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0

Week 43 days

Driving Range · Long irons (4,3,2)

Feet, hips, shoulders—consistent contact every time

Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0

Weeks 5–65 days

Putting · 9 ft (3m) only

Target Cup Accurately On All Shots

Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 11.0

Weeks 6–87 days

Short Game · Chip

Chip 5–15 Yds From Fringe

Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0

Weeks 8–97 days

Driving Range · Wedges (LW,SW,GW,PW)

Control the loft: spin and height as needed

Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 27.0

Week 103 days

Putting · 6 ft (2m) only

Sink More Putts Accurately

Difficulty: Expert · Program HCP 2.0

Weeks 10–126 days

Short Game · Chip

Stop Chips Near Hole

Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0

Weeks 12–135 days

Driving Range · Driver

Challenge: eliminate wild misses on tee shots

Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 17.0

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70% match
For Gold tees

Stick flops to green, for a 16-handicap player, ~15 minutes.

Short Game~26 min15 HCP5 drills
Accuracy20%
Scoring20%
Precision16%

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74% match
For Gold tees

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

Short Game~26 min35 HCP7 drills
Distance Control25%
Aim25%
Alignment12%
67% match
For Gold tees

Pick line and commit, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.

Short Game~26 min34 HCP7 drills
Aim26%
Scoring21%
Distance Control19%
65% match
For Green tees

Pick line and commit, for a 33-handicap player, ~30 minutes.

Short Game23-26 min33 HCP9 drills
Aim32%
Distance Control21%
Scoring20%

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67% match
For Green tees

Chip through gate, for a 2-handicap player, ~10 minutes.

Short Game~26 min1 HCP5 drills
Aim29%
Distance Control19%
Precision18%
55% match
For Green tees

Stop on a dime, for a 32-handicap player, ~30 minutes.

Short Game~26 min31 HCP5 drills
Distance Control36%
Alignment22%
Scoring11%

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65% match
For Family tees

Precision from tough lie, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.

Short Game~26 min17 HCP5 drills
Precision24%
Aim21%
Distance Control21%
60% match
For Family tees

Hit intended line, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.

Short Game~26 min34 HCP8 drills
Aim30%
Alignment20%
Scoring20%
75% match
For Family tees

Vary landing spot, for a 5-handicap player, ~10 minutes.

Short Game~26 min5 HCP9 drills
Distance Control21%
Scoring18%
Dispersion17%

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Prepare for Tournaments at Love

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 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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