Practice Programs
We studied this course layout and mapped exact drills around stroke index, handicap index and distances. Practice like you know Catalina Island Golf Course.
Total Programs
46
46 complete programs built for this course
Unique Drills
176
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
We've mapped a comprehensive practice profile for Catalina Island Golf Course, 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.
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Skill Distribution
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
Most-used drills from for this course. Practice as standalone drills or scroll down for full programs.
Make 4 out of 8 putts from [6 ft | 2 m], 5 times in total.
Up to 5 players hit two buckets of balls (avg. bucket is 40 balls) from the flat deep rough and other extreme grass types.
Produce straight shots using short irons only. Hit one bucket of ~50 balls.
Scatter a bucket of balls (avg. bucket is 40 balls) into 8 equal lines of 5 balls and stop chip shots inside 9 Stop Zones. Count the number of successful stops.
Up to 5 players compete to stop a chip shot in the bullseye. The best final score relative to PAR wins the challenge. One bucket of balls per player is needed.
Hit 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.
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Holes
18
Par
64
Type
Parkland
Architect
John Duncan Dunn
Opened
1892
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Scorecard
Toggle the colour-coded tees to reveal hole-by-hole pars, handicaps, yardages, and gender-specific ratings for Catalina Island Golf Course, all within a single responsive scorecard.
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Gender: Male
Front Nine · CR 30.8 · BR 40.8 · Slope 107
Back Nine · CR 30.8 · BR 40.8 · Slope 107
| Hole | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | IN | 10 | 11 | 12 | 13 | 14 | 15 | 16 | 17 | 18 | OUT | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Par | 4 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 3 | 4 | 3 | 32 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 3 | 4 | 3 | 32 | 64 |
| Handicap | 3 | 15 | 5 | 1 | 9 | 17 | 11 | 7 | 13 | — | 4 | 16 | 10 | 2 | 14 | 18 | 6 | 12 | 8 | — | — |
| Yardage | 327 | 129 | 316 | 336 | 302 | 129 | 196 | 283 | 183 | 2201 | 327 | 129 | 316 | 336 | 302 | 129 | 196 | 283 | 183 | 2201 | 4402 |
Gender: Female
Front Nine · CR 30.0 · BR 41.5 · Slope 98
Back Nine · CR 32.3 · BR 45.0 · Slope 108
| Hole | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | IN | 10 | 11 | 12 | 13 | 14 | 15 | 16 | 17 | 18 | OUT | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Par | 4 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 3 | 4 | 3 | 32 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 3 | 4 | 3 | 32 | 64 |
| Handicap | 3 | 15 | 5 | 1 | 9 | 17 | 11 | 7 | 13 | — | 4 | 16 | 10 | 2 | 14 | 18 | 6 | 12 | 8 | — | — |
| Yardage | 280 | 84 | 249 | 288 | 225 | 82 | 170 | 222 | 93 | 1693 | 327 | 115 | 308 | 329 | 288 | 107 | 170 | 273 | 164 | 2081 | 3774 |
Gender: Female
Front Nine · CR 32.3 · BR 45.0 · Slope 108
Back Nine · CR 33.1 · BR 46.3 · Slope 112
| Hole | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | IN | 10 | 11 | 12 | 13 | 14 | 15 | 16 | 17 | 18 | OUT | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Par | 4 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 3 | 4 | 3 | 32 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 3 | 4 | 3 | 32 | 64 |
| Handicap | 3 | 15 | 5 | 1 | 9 | 17 | 11 | 7 | 13 | — | 4 | 16 | 10 | 2 | 14 | 18 | 6 | 12 | 8 | — | — |
| Yardage | 327 | 115 | 308 | 329 | 288 | 107 | 170 | 273 | 164 | 2081 | 327 | 129 | 316 | 336 | 302 | 129 | 196 | 283 | 183 | 2201 | 4282 |
Drill Library
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Curated selection of drills based on Catalina Island Golf Course hole-by-hole data.
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Curated selection of drills based on Catalina Island Golf Course hole-by-hole data.
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Curated selection of drills based on Catalina Island Golf Course hole-by-hole data.
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Free eBook
Curated selection of drills based on Catalina Island Golf Course hole-by-hole data.
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Free eBook
Curated selection of drills based on Catalina Island Golf Course hole-by-hole data.
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Free eBook
Curated selection of drills based on Catalina Island Golf Course hole-by-hole data.
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Free eBook
Curated selection of drills based on Catalina Island Golf Course hole-by-hole data.
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Free eBook
Curated selection of drills based on Catalina Island Golf Course hole-by-hole data.
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Free eBook
Curated selection of drills based on Catalina Island Golf Course hole-by-hole data.
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Free eBook
Curated selection of drills based on Catalina Island Golf Course hole-by-hole data.
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Free eBook
Curated selection of drills based on Catalina Island Golf Course hole-by-hole data.
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Curated selection of drills based on Catalina Island Golf Course hole-by-hole data.
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Programs
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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% match to course practice profileJudge distance carefully, for a 2-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Roll to tap-in range, for a 3-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
A complete and progressive long-term development curriculum mapped from easier to harder drills, specifically for Catalina Island Golf Course. 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.
Full 51 days 70 page practice program designed specifically around this course hole by hole data.
Putting · 9 ft (3m) only
Sink Mid-Distance Putts
Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 17.0
Putting · 6 ft (2m) only
Sink More Putts Accurately
Difficulty: Expert · Program HCP 2.0
Short Game · Chip
Avoid Three-Putts
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Short Game · Chip
Chip 5–15 Yds From Fringe
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Short Game · Pitch
Pitch 15–25 Yds From Fringe
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Driving Range · Woods (Hy,5W,3W)
3-Wood Dispersion Control For Beginners
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Driving Range · Long irons (4,3,2)
Eliminate Hook With Long Irons
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Driving Range · Long irons (4,3,2)
Eliminate Hook With Long Irons
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Driving Range · Short irons (9,8)
Hit Short Irons Close To Flag
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
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Chip from rough, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Stop missing greens, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Precision wedges, for a 1-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
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Get StartedSave par consistently, for a 15-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Eliminate hooks, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Avoid Three-Putts
Stop on a dime, for a 17-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Hit intended line, for a 2-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Pick landing spot, for a 20-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Feel the green, for a 28-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Dial in aim, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Feel the green, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Precision from tough lie, for a 6-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Leave inside 5 feet, for a 16-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Vary landing spot, for a 28-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
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Get StartedStick chips near hole, for a 17-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Avoid three-putts, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Land 2 feet from pin, for a 4-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Stop missed shots, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Reduce misses, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Control ball flight basics, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Stop on a dime, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Stop on a dime, for a 17-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Pick line and commit, for a 2-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Keep near hole, for a 21-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Turn into birdies, for a 25-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Dial in aim, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
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Get StartedTurn into birdies, for a 16-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Stop on a dime, for a 5-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Short game from tough lies, for a 15-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Turn into birdies, for a 25-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Focus on ball roll and finish position, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Match clubface, for a 27-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Turn lies into pars, for a 22-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Thread the needle, for a 24-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Stop missing greens, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Eliminate hooks, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Stay on fairways, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Avoid Three-Putts
Get personalized coaching and custom training programs tailored to your game.
Get StartedFeel the green, for a 17-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Hit intended line, for a 2-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Pick landing spot, for a 26-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Feel the green, for a 31-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Pick line and commit, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
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FAQ
Get answers to common questions about playing Catalina Island Golf Course and what to expect.
Catalina Island Golf Course presents a demanding test. The 107.0 slope rating keeps it accessible for developing players. The course rating of 61.6 reflects on scoring relative to par 64.
A 15 handicap golfer should consider tees closer to 4088 yards. The back tees extend to 4402.0 yards, which makes approach shots longer and scoring more challenging.
With a course rating of 61.6 and par 64, a mid-handicap golfer would typically score in the mid to high 80s. Stronger players aiming to break 64 must manage approach shots and avoid penalty strokes.
At a full length of 4402.0 yards, it emphasizes accuracy and wedge play.
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.
The combination of a slope rating of 107.0 and yardage reaching 4402.0 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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