Practice Programs

Complete Golf Practice Blueprint for Cabo del Sol Golf Club and Resort

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Cabo San Lucas, Baja California Sur, Mexico

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Total Programs

15 complete programs built for this course

Unique Drills

Total unique drills across all programs

Skill Pillars

Accuracy · Aim · Alignment · Dispersion · Distance Control · Green Reading

Session Durations

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

AccuracyAimAlignmentDispersionDistance ControlGreen Reading+6 more

Desert Practice Profile

We've mapped a comprehensive practice profile for Desert, 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

Precision 26%Aim 23%Scoring 21%Distance Control 16%Trajectory 11%

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.

19.6

Average HCP

13.3

Minimum HCP

34.6

Maximum HCP

Top Drills

Featured Drills for Desert

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

Putting18 min

Single Tee, 50 in a Row

Make 50 putts in a row.

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>

Driving Range31 min

Wedges (LW to PW) | Straight Shot

Produce straight shots using wedges only. Hit one bucket of ~50 balls.

Short Game26 min

Pitch | Scattered Ball Lines | Quadrants

Scatter a bucket of balls (avg. bucket is 40 balls) into 8 equal lines of 5 balls and stop pitch shots inside quadrants. Count the number of successes.

Short Game26 min

Sand | Perpendicular Ball Lines | Multiple Targets

Align a bucket of balls in the sand (avg. bucket is 40 balls) into 2 perpendicular lines 20 balls per line and stop sand shots close to multiple targets. Count the number of successes.

Short Game26 min

Sand | Scattered Ball Lines | 3 Landing Zones

Scatter a bucket of balls in the sand (avg. bucket is 40 balls) into 8 equal lines of 5 balls and hit-and-land sand shots inside landing zones. Count the number of successes.

Course Details

Everything you need to know about Desert.

Contact Information

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Phone

+44 (0)1250 872622

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Fax

+44 (0) 1250 872622

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proshop@cabodelsol.com.mx

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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

Carretera Transpeninsular San Jose Del Cabo -Cabo

Course Description

Cabo Del Sol is a luxury destination resort community located along the southern Baja coast in Los Cabos, Mexico. It features world-class golf, elegant accommodations including developments in partnership with luxury brands, oceanfront and mountain experiences, and rare swimmable beaches within an 1,800-acre master plan. The community centers around the Cove Club and multiple resorts, offering a premium Baja lifestyle with golf courses, residences, and beach club amenities. Cabo Del Sol has helped elevate Los Cabos as a premier lifestyle and golf destination in the region.

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Course Information

Holes

Par

Type

Oceanfront

Architect

Tom Weiskopf

Opened

2001

Google Reviews

Business Claimed

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Programs

Skill-Based Practice Programs for Desert

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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Focus On Cup Accuracy

Read subtle breaks, for a 2-handicap player, ~10 minutes.

Putting15-30 min2 HCP6 drills

Scoring35%

Precision29%

Aim14%

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Focus Aim For 6 Foot Putts

Pick a specific spot, for a 11-handicap player, ~15 minutes.

Putting15-18 min11 HCP5 drills

Aim39%

Scoring16%

Alignment14%

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Set your sights and deliver: aim challenge

Set sights, for a 23-handicap player, ~20 minutes.

Short Game~26 min23 HCP9 drills

Aim35%

Scoring14%

Precision13%

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How close can you get from a tough lie? Precision test

Precision from tough lie, for a 17-handicap player, ~15 minutes.

Short Game~26 min16 HCP8 drills

Distance Control25%

Precision23%

Aim15%

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14 Week Flagship Program for Desert

A complete and progressive long-term development curriculum mapped from easier to harder drills, specifically for Desert. 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.

Week 1≤ 3 days

Putting · 3 ft (1m) only

Aim To Hit Center Every Time

Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 17.0

Weeks 1–3≤ 7 days

Short Game · Pitch

Keep Par Safe

Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 34.0

Weeks 3–4≤ 4 days

Driving Range · Wedges (LW,SW,GW,PW)

Control Wedge Roll

Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0

Weeks 4–5≤ 5 days

Putting · 6 ft (2m) only

Focus Aim For 6 Foot Putts

Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 11.0

Weeks 5–7≤ 7 days

Short Game · Pitch

Set your sights and deliver: aim challenge

Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 23.0

Weeks 8–9≤ 6 days

Driving Range · Driver

Driver Fairway Accuracy For Beginners

Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0

Weeks 9–10≤ 6 days

Putting · 3 ft (1m) only

Focus On Cup Accuracy

Difficulty: Expert · Program HCP 2.0

Weeks 11–12≤ 6 days

Short Game · Sand

How close can you get from a tough lie? Precision test

Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 17.0

Weeks 12–14≤ 7 days

Driving Range · Short irons (9,8)

Hit Short Irons Close To Flag

Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0

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Control Wedge Roll

Stop missed shots, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.

Driving Range~31 min35 HCP4 drills

Precision31%

Mechanics22%

Aim14%

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Precision 3-Wood Shots

Maximize control, for a 1-handicap player, ~10 minutes.

Driving Range30-31 min0 HCP7 drills

Scoring29%

Precision18%

Distance Control13%

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Aim To Hit Center Every Time

Hit center consistently, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.

Putting18-30 min17 HCP3 drills

Aim32%

Stroke28%

Alignment23%

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Keep Par Safe

Keep par safe, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.

Short Game~26 min34 HCP7 drills

Aim32%

Alignment18%

Scoring17%

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How close can you get from a tough lie? Precision test

Thread the gap, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.

Short Game~26 min17 HCP6 drills

Distance Control30%

Precision28%

Aim10%

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Feel the green: mixed shots to different distances and control your rollout

Vary landing spot, for a 9-handicap player, ~10 minutes.

Short Game~26 min9 HCP4 drills

Scoring48%

Distance Control30%

Visualization23%

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Convert Every Up-And-Down

Convert every opportunity, for a 3-handicap player, ~10 minutes.

Short Game~26 min3 HCP4 drills

Distance Control45%

Trajectory19%

Precision15%

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Hit Short Irons Close To Flag

Stop missing greens, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.

Driving Range~31 min35 HCP7 drills

Precision32%

Mechanics26%

Trajectory20%

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Driver Fairway Accuracy For Beginners

Stop missing fairways, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.

Driving Range~31 min35 HCP6 drills

Precision29%

Mechanics22%

Trajectory19%

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Improve Driver Accuracy

Achieve distance consistency, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.

Driving Range~31 min17 HCP3 drills

Scoring27%

Dispersion20%

Precision17%

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Stop Missing 3-Wood Fairways

Control 3-wood roll, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.

Driving Range~31 min35 HCP8 drills

Precision28%

Mechanics17%

Trajectory16%

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Prepare for Tournaments at Desert

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FAQ

Frequently Asked Questions about Desert

Get answers to common questions about playing Desert and what to expect.

How difficult is Desert for mid-handicap golfers?

From a scoring perspective, Desert challenges consistency. This slope level makes it manageable compared to championship venues. The course rating of 70 reflects on scoring relative to par 72.

What tees should a 15 handicap play at Desert?

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 Desert?

With a course rating of 70 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 Desert and how does yardage affect play?

Stretching to 6500 yards from the back tees, it does not overwhelm length but rewards accuracy.

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

The course follows a traditional Oceanfront design philosophy. 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 Desert 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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