Practice Programs

Complete Golf Practice Blueprint for California Golf & Art Country Club

Discover tailored practice programs for this course.

Sun City, California, United States of America

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Total Programs

14 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

AccuracyAimAlignmentDispersionDistance ControlGreen Reading+5 more

California Practice Profile

We've mapped a comprehensive practice profile for California, 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 27%Precision 23%Distance Control 21%Aim 15%Trajectory 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.

15.5

Average HCP

8.8

Minimum HCP

29.1

Maximum HCP

Top Drills

Featured Drills for California

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

Putting30 min

Putting Aid: Alignment Sticks, Ball Gate, 50 in a Row

Make 50 putts in a row from in between two alignment sticks and through the ball gate.

Short Game26 min

Sand | Perpendicular Ball Lines | 3 Landing Zones

Align a bucket of balls in the sand (avg. bucket is 40 balls) into 2 perpendicular lines 20 balls per line and hit-and-land sand shots inside landing zones. Count the number of successes.

Driving Range31 min

Short irons (9,8) | PAR 3 Challenge

Complete the PAR 3 Challenge using short irons only. Hit one bucket of ~50 balls.

Driving Range31 min

Short irons (9,8) | Ladder Challenge

Complete the Ladder Challenge using short irons only. Hit one bucket of ~50 balls.

Driving Range31 min

Short irons (9,8) | L-R and R-L 9 Targets

Hit 5 balls to each randomly selected target while producing left-to-right and right-to-left shots, using short irons only. Hit one bucket of ~50 balls.

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.

Course Details

Everything you need to know about California.

Contact Information

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Phone

+44 (0)1250 872622

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Fax

+44 (0) 1250 872622

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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

26583 Cherry Hills Boulevard

Course Information

Holes

Par

Type

Parkland

Architect

Milton Coggins

Opened

1963

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Programs

Skill-Based Practice Programs for California

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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Stop 3-Foot Misses On All Shots

Control distance precisely, for a 3-handicap player, ~10 minutes.

Putting18-30 min2 HCP5 drills

Scoring38%

Precision35%

Green Reading11%

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Read Subtle Breaks

Control pace from 3 to 20 feet, for a 2-handicap player, ~10 minutes.

Putting15-24 min1 HCP4 drills

Precision34%

Scoring33%

Aim20%

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Save Par From Fringe

Control the rollout distance, for a 17-handicap player, ~15 minutes.

Short Game~26 min17 HCP4 drills

Scoring46%

Accuracy24%

Distance Control9%

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

Pinpoint sand shots, for a 14-handicap player, ~15 minutes.

Short Game~26 min14 HCP5 drills

Distance Control34%

Precision21%

Alignment15%

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13 Week Flagship Program for California

A complete and progressive long-term development curriculum mapped from easier to harder drills, specifically for California. 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 · 3 ft (1m) only

Stop 3-Foot Misses On All Shots

Difficulty: Expert · Program HCP 2.0

Weeks 2–3≤ 4 days

Putting · 6 ft (2m) only

Read Subtle Breaks

Difficulty: Expert · Program HCP 1.0

Weeks 3–4≤ 7 days

Short Game · Pitch

Up-and-down contest: how many can you save in a row?

Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 22.0

Week 5≤ 4 days

Short Game · Bump'n'Run

Save Par From Fringe

Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 17.0

Weeks 6–7≤ 5 days

Short Game · Sand

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

Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 14.0

Weeks 7–8≤ 6 days

Driving Range · Driver

Control Driver Ball Flight

Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0

Weeks 8–10≤ 7 days

Driving Range · Mid irons (7,6,5)

Mid-Iron Distance Control 150–180 Yards

Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0

Weeks 10–12≤ 7 days

Driving Range · Woods (Hy,5W,3W)

Stop Missing 3-Wood Fairways

Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0

Weeks 12–13≤ 6 days

Driving Range · Mid irons (7,6,5)

Reduce Mid-Iron Misses

Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 17.0

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Land it near the pin: consistent rollout

Consistent short iron rollout, for a 9-handicap player, ~10 minutes.

Driving Range~31 min9 HCP4 drills

Distance Control31%

Scoring25%

Trajectory15%

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Vary your targets and hit within 2-4 yards

Control short iron distance, for a 9-handicap player, ~10 minutes.

Driving Range~31 min9 HCP4 drills

Distance Control31%

Scoring25%

Trajectory15%

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Convert Every Up-And-Down

Handle tight lies, for a 3-handicap player, ~10 minutes.

Short Game~26 min3 HCP4 drills

Distance Control45%

Trajectory19%

Precision15%

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Flop 25–40 Yds From Bunker Or Fringe

Stop 2 feet away, for a 2-handicap player, ~10 minutes.

Short Game~26 min1 HCP3 drills

Precision23%

Scoring22%

Distance Control17%

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Land 2–3 Feet From Hole

Save par consistently, for a 14-handicap player, ~15 minutes.

Short Game~26 min13 HCP8 drills

Scoring24%

Aim21%

Distance Control18%

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Up-and-down contest: how many can you save in a row?

Turn into birdies, for a 22-handicap player, ~20 minutes.

Short Game~26 min22 HCP7 drills

Scoring39%

Aim16%

Alignment16%

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Reduce Mid-Iron Misses

Control trajectory, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.

Driving Range30-31 min17 HCP6 drills

Dispersion25%

Distance Control22%

Precision22%

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Stop Missing 3-Wood Fairways

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

Driving Range~31 min35 HCP7 drills

Precision28%

Aim15%

Trajectory14%

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Control Driver Ball Flight

Control ball flight basics, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.

Driving Range~31 min35 HCP6 drills

Precision29%

Mechanics22%

Trajectory19%

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Mid-Iron Distance Control 150–180 Yards

Control distance 150-180, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.

Driving Range~31 min35 HCP8 drills

Precision26%

Mechanics23%

Trajectory14%

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Prepare for Tournaments at California

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 California

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

How difficult is California for mid-handicap golfers?

California 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 72.

What tees should a 15 handicap play at California?

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 California?

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 California and how does yardage affect play?

At a full length of 6500 yards, it balances distance with positional strategy.

What type of course is California 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 California 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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