Square the putter face, for a 12-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Practice Programs
Complete Golf Practice Blueprint for Carmel Country Club
Discover tailored practice programs for this course.
Total Programs
18
18 complete programs built for this course
Unique Drills
91
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
Carmel Practice Profile
We've mapped a comprehensive practice profile for Carmel, 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
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.
Top Drills
Featured Drills for Carmel
Most-used drills from for this course. Practice as standalone drills or scroll down for full programs.
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.
Flop | Deep Rough and Other | Uphill/Downhill
Hit flop shot two buckets of balls (avg. bucket is 40 balls) from the sloped deep rough and other extreme grass types; one bucket from the uphill slope and one bucket from the downhill slope.
Driver | 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 driver only. Hit one bucket of ~50 balls.
Putting Aid: Chalk Line, 50 in Row
Make 50 putts in a row over the chalk starting line.
Putting Aid: String Line, 50 in a Row
Make 50 putts in a row, underneath the hanging string line.
One Handed, Ball Gate, 12 in a Row
Make 12 putts in a row, one-handed through the ball gate.
Course Details
Everything you need to know about Carmel.
Contact Information
Phone
+44 (0)1250 872622
Fax
+44 (0) 1250 872622
carmelga@etb.net.co
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Facilities
Location
Autopista Norte No. 153-81
Course Information
Holes
18
Par
70
Type
Parkland
Opened
1971
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Programs
Skill-Based Practice Programs for Carmel
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 18 Programs
% match to course practice profileFocus on par saves, for a 5-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Get up-and-down consistently, for a 2-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Turn into par saves, for a 27-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
12 Week Flagship Program for Carmel
A complete and progressive long-term development curriculum mapped from easier to harder drills, specifically for Carmel. Start with the basics and work your way towards more challenging drills. Commit to 12 weeks of training and get in proper shape. Four days counts as a week.
Putting · 9 ft (3m) only
Control 9 Ft Putts
Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 17.0
Short Game · Pitch
Land Close To Pin
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 34.0
Driving Range · Driver
Driver Fairway Accuracy For Beginners
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Putting · 3 ft (1m) only
Hit Center Of Cup From 3 Feet
Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 12.0
Short Game · Flop
Up-and-down contest: how many can you save in a row?
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 26.0
Driving Range · Short irons (9,8)
Pinpoint accuracy: leave yourself a tap-in
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Putting · 6 ft (2m) only
Reduce Missed Mid Putts
Difficulty: Expert · Program HCP 4.0
Short Game · Flop
Stick Every High Flop To Green
Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 16.0
Driving Range · Woods (Hy,5W,3W)
Stop Missing 3-Wood Fairways
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Precision from 200 yards, for a 1-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Control long iron distance, for a 7-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Practice line and speed, for a 3-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
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Get StartedHit putts with both left and right breaks, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Convert every opportunity, for a 3-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Land 3-4 feet away, for a 16-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Stop pitches near hole, for a 4-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Land close to pin, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Stop missing fairways, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Thread the gap, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Precision wedges, for a 1-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Control 3-wood roll, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Hit greens with short irons, for a 1-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Control distance, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Prepare for Tournaments at Carmel
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 Carmel
Get answers to common questions about playing Carmel and what to expect.
How difficult is Carmel for mid-handicap golfers?
Players often find Carmel technically exacting. This slope level makes it manageable compared to championship venues. The course rating of 70 reflects on scoring relative to par 70.
What tees should a 15 handicap play at Carmel?
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 Carmel?
With a course rating of 70 and par 70, a mid-handicap golfer would typically score in the mid to high 80s. Stronger players aiming to break 70 must manage approach shots and avoid penalty strokes.
How long is Carmel 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 Carmel and how should I play it?
The course follows a traditional Parkland 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 Carmel 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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