Trust your read, for a 11-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Putting15-18 min11 HCP5 drills
Aim39%
Scoring16%
Alignment14%
Practice Programs
Complete Golf Practice Blueprint for Batalha Golf Course
Discover tailored practice programs for this course.
Total Programs
12
12 complete programs built for this course
Unique Drills
71
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
C Practice Profile
We've mapped a comprehensive practice profile for C, 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 29%Distance Control 24%Precision 18%Aim 18%Dispersion 9%
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
10.6
Minimum HCP
35.4
Maximum HCP
Top Drills
Featured Drills for C
Most-used drills from for this course. Practice as standalone drills or scroll down for full programs.
Putting18 min
Putting Aid: Plane Board, Ball Gate, 15/25
Make 15 out of 25 putts through the ball gate, using plane board.
Short Game26 min
Flop | Deep Rough and Other | Flat
Hit flop shot two buckets of balls (avg. bucket is 40 balls) from the flat deep rough and other extreme grass types.
Driving Range31 min
Short irons (9,8) | Quadrants
Hit 12 balls to each quadrant using short irons only. Hit one bucket of ~50 balls. Count total number of successful shots.
Putting15 min
One Handed, Ball Gate, 12 in a Row
Make 12 putts in a row, one-handed through the ball gate.
Putting18 min
Putting Aid: Chalk Line, 15/25
Make 15 out of 25 putts over the chalk starting line.
Putting18 min
Putting Aid: Alignment Mirror, 15/25
Make 15 out of 25 putts using an alignment mirror.
Course Details
Everything you need to know about C.
Contact Information
📞
Phone
+44 (0)1250 872622
📠
Fax
+44 (0) 1250 872622
✉️Email
info@azoresgolfislands.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
Rua do Bom Jesus - Aflitos
Course Description
Azores Golf Islands belongs to VerdeGolf SA and is located on the island of São Miguel. It is home to both the Batalha Golf Course and Furnas Golf Course. Furnas Golf Course: was the first nine golf course in the Azores, and it was built in São Miguel Island, in Furnas village. The first nine holes of the course were laid out by Mackenzie Ross, in 1936. The course was extended in 1992, and now boasts eighteen magnificent golf holes and a warm British style clubhouse.Batalha Golfe Course: was designed by Cameron Powell in 1986 and it offers twenty seven holes of golf laid out over 120 ha. This facility opened to the public in 1993 and its sumptuous lubhouse offers a unique setting for weddings and other banqueting events for 250 pax.
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Course Information
Holes
27
Par
36
Type
Parkland
Architect
Cameron Powell
Opened
1996
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Programs
Skill-Based Practice Programs for C
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 12 Programs
% match to course practice profileCan you stop the ball close from the sand?
Short Game23-26 min27 HCP6 drills
Distance Control33%
Scoring18%
Aim15%
Approach from hazards, for a 16-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min16 HCP8 drills
Scoring45%
Distance Control32%
Visualization22%
Advanced accuracy, for a 1-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Driving Range30-31 min0 HCP4 drills
Scoring36%
Precision24%
Aim18%
14 Week Flagship Program for C
A complete and progressive long-term development curriculum mapped from easier to harder drills, specifically for C. Start with the basics and work your way towards more challenging drills. Commit to 14 weeks of training and get in proper shape. Four days counts as a week.
Weeks 1–2≤ 5 days
Putting · 6 ft (2m) only
Stop Missed Mid Putts Accurately
Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 11.0
Weeks 2–3≤ 6 days
Short Game · Sand
Can you stop the ball close from the sand?
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 27.0
Weeks 3–5≤ 7 days
Short Game · Flop
Open up and let it fly: alignment for flop shots
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 27.0
Weeks 5–6≤ 6 days
Short Game · Sand
Turn bunker shots into par saves—score from the sand
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 25.0
Weeks 7–9≤ 7 days
Short Game · Chip
Thread Needle: Narrow Landing Zone
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 23.0
Weeks 9–11≤ 7 days
Short Game · Mixed
Approach 10–30 Yds From Fringe Or Rough
Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 16.0
Weeks 11–12≤ 6 days
Driving Range · Driver
Control Driver Ball Flight
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Weeks 12–13≤ 4 days
Driving Range · Wedges (LW,SW,GW,PW)
Center of the green: reduce spread on wedges
Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 17.0
Weeks 13–14≤ 3 days
Driving Range · Wedges (LW,SW,GW,PW)
Pin hunter: hit every wedge close to the hole
Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 12.0
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Control ball flight basics, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Driving Range~31 min35 HCP6 drills
Precision29%
Mechanics23%
Trajectory19%
Thread the needle, for a 24-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Short Game~26 min23 HCP9 drills
Precision28%
Distance Control24%
Aim11%
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Get StartedSave par clutch, for a 25-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Short Game~26 min25 HCP6 drills
Distance Control24%
Scoring24%
Precision19%
Set up for high shot, for a 28-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Short Game~26 min27 HCP7 drills
Alignment32%
Accuracy17%
Distance Control16%
Fly over bunker, for a 17-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min16 HCP9 drills
Aim31%
Precision19%
Scoring14%
Hit close to hole, for a 12-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Driving Range31-43 min12 HCP3 drills
Scoring33%
Distance Control32%
Accuracy20%
Center green hits, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Driving Range30-43 min17 HCP4 drills
Scoring34%
Dispersion33%
Precision17%
Control long iron distance, for a 7-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Driving Range~31 min7 HCP5 drills
Distance Control38%
Scoring24%
Trajectory13%
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Prepare for Tournaments at C
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 C
Get answers to common questions about playing C and what to expect.
How difficult is C for mid-handicap golfers?
C presents a demanding test. The 120 slope rating keeps it accessible for developing players. The course rating of 70 reflects on scoring relative to par 36.
What tees should a 15 handicap play at C?
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 C?
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 C and how does yardage affect play?
At a full length of 6500 yards, it balances distance with positional strategy.
What type of course is C 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 C 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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