Execute with focus, for a 3-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Putting18-24 min2 HCP5 drills
Precision41%
Scoring35%
Alignment8%
Practice Programs
Complete Golf Practice Blueprint for Calanova Golf Club
Discover tailored practice programs for this course.
Total Programs
14
14 complete programs built for this course
Unique Drills
73
Total unique drills across all programs
Skill Pillars
11
Accuracy · Aim · Alignment · Dispersion · Distance Control · Green Reading
Session Durations
6
3 days , 4 days , 5 days , 7 days , 8 days , 9 days
AccuracyAimAlignmentDispersionDistance ControlGreen Reading+5 more
Calanova Practice Profile
We've mapped a comprehensive practice profile for Calanova, 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 33%Distance Control 21%Precision 16%Accuracy 14%Aim 13%
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.
21.9
Average HCP
9.4
Minimum HCP
35.9
Maximum HCP
Top Drills
Featured Drills for Calanova
Most-used drills from for this course. Practice as standalone drills or scroll down for full programs.
Putting18 min
Single Tee, 10/20
Make 10 out of 20 putts.
Short Game26 min
Bump-n-Run | Scattered Piles | Quadrants
Up to 5 players compete to stop bump-n-run shot inside the quadrant(s). The player with the most points wins the challenge. One bucket of balls per player is needed.
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.
Short Game26 min
Bump-n-Run | Scattered Ball Lines | Multiple Targets
Scatter a bucket of balls next to the green (avg. bucket is 40 balls) into 8 equal lines of 5 balls and stop bump-n-run shots close to multiple targets. Count the number of successes.
Short Game26 min
Bump-n-Run | Parallel Piles | Quadrants
Align a bucket of balls (avg. bucket is 40 balls) into 10 equal parallel piles of 4 balls next to the green and stop bump-n-run shots inside quadrants. Count the number of successes.
Short Game26 min
Bump-n-Run | Fairway | Uphill/Downhill
Hit bump-n-run shot two buckets of balls (avg. bucket is 40 balls) from the sloped fairway; one bucket from the uphill slope and one bucket from the downhill slope.
Course Details
Everything you need to know about Calanova.
Contact Information
📞
Phone
+44 (0)1250 872622
📠
Fax
+44 (0) 1250 872622
✉️Email
reservas@calanovagolfclub.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
Urbanizacion Calanova Golf Club
Course Description
Calanova Golf Club is a 18-hole, par 72 golf course located in the Valle del Golf area of Mijas, near La Cala de Mijas on the Costa del Sol. The club offers spectacular views of the Mediterranean from most holes and is easily accessible from the A7 highway. Guests are welcomed to enjoy a golf experience that is described as continuously improving, with on-site amenities and an active events calendar. The property is part of a broader leisure area including a restaurant and shop, highlighting a full golf and resort experience in southern Spain.
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Course Information
Holes
18
Par
72
Type
Parkland
Opened
2006
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Programs
Skill-Based Practice Programs for Calanova
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 14 Programs
% match to course practice profileFeel the green, for a 28-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Short Game~26 min28 HCP8 drills
Distance Control28%
Precision19%
Dispersion18%
Turn lies into pars, for a 29-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Short Game~26 min29 HCP9 drills
Scoring41%
Accuracy16%
Alignment13%
Control distance, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Driving Range~31 min17 HCP3 drills
Distance Control27%
Scoring20%
Trajectory20%
13 Week Flagship Program for Calanova
A complete and progressive long-term development curriculum mapped from easier to harder drills, specifically for Calanova. 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.
Weeks 1–2≤ 5 days
Putting · 9 ft (3m) only
Hit Cup More Often Precisely
Difficulty: Expert · Program HCP 2.0
Weeks 2–4≤ 7 days
Short Game · Sand
Sand Shot 5–15 Yds
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Weeks 4–5≤ 4 days
Short Game · Bump'n'Run
Visualize your line, then make it happen on every shot
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 30.0
Weeks 5–7≤ 7 days
Short Game · Bump'n'Run
Beat Best Streak of Up-and-Downs
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 29.0
Weeks 7–9≤ 7 days
Short Game · Bump'n'Run
Master the art of touch: no more long comeback putts
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 28.0
Weeks 9–10≤ 4 days
Short Game · Chip
Avoid 3-Putt: Chip Inside Circle
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 26.0
Weeks 10–11≤ 4 days
Driving Range · Mid irons (7,6,5)
Mid-Iron Distance Control 150–180 Yards
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Weeks 11–13≤ 7 days
Driving Range · Wedges (LW,SW,GW,PW)
Land it softly with the perfect trajectory
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 27.0
Week 13≤ 3 days
Driving Range · Short irons (9,8)
Improve Short Iron Accuracy
Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 17.0
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Get StartedControl short iron distance, for a 9-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Driving Range~31 min9 HCP4 drills
Distance Control31%
Scoring25%
Trajectory15%
Hit from sand, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Short Game23-26 min35 HCP8 drills
Distance Control28%
Aim24%
Scoring15%
Set a target, for a 31-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Short Game~26 min30 HCP4 drills
Aim31%
Scoring23%
Dispersion9%
Save par clutch, for a 26-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Short Game~26 min25 HCP9 drills
Scoring36%
Alignment23%
Aim21%
Chip close, for a 26-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Short Game~26 min26 HCP4 drills
Distance Control31%
Accuracy27%
Alignment20%
Turn into par saves, for a 24-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Short Game~26 min24 HCP9 drills
Scoring27%
Distance Control25%
Accuracy19%
Visualize perfect flop, for a 15-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min15 HCP4 drills
Scoring45%
Accuracy31%
Visualization25%
Control wedge loft, for a 28-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Driving Range~31 min27 HCP7 drills
Trajectory26%
Scoring19%
Precision19%
Precision wedges, for a 1-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Driving Range~31 min0 HCP3 drills
Scoring37%
Precision21%
Distance Control17%
Control distance 150-180, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Driving Range~31 min35 HCP4 drills
Mechanics23%
Precision22%
Trajectory15%
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No upcoming tournaments at this time.
FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions about Calanova
Get answers to common questions about playing Calanova and what to expect.
How difficult is Calanova for mid-handicap golfers?
Players often find Calanova technically exacting. With a slope of 120, it remains playable for a wide handicap range. The course rating of 70 reflects on scoring relative to par 72.
What tees should a 15 handicap play at Calanova?
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 Calanova?
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 Calanova and how does yardage affect play?
Measuring 6500 yards at maximum length, scoring depends more on placement than raw power.
What type of course is Calanova and how should I play it?
Calanova is designed as a Parkland layout. 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 Calanova 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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