Practice Programs

Complete Golf Practice Blueprint for Chung Shan Hot Spring Golf Club

Discover tailored practice programs for this course.

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Total Programs

18 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

Palmer Practice Profile

We've mapped a comprehensive practice profile for Palmer, 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 31%Distance Control 26%Precision 19%Aim 12%Trajectory 10%

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.

16.5

Average HCP

10.5

Minimum HCP

29.8

Maximum HCP

Top Drills

Featured Drills for Palmer

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

DIY Course Easy

Make a DIY 9 hole easy-difficulty course. Every hole is PAR 2. Count the score.

Driving Range31 min

Wedges (LW to PW) | Alternate Targets Challenge

Complete the Alternate Targets Challenge using wedges only. Hit one bucket of ~50 balls.

Driving Range31 min

Wedges (LW to PW) | 3 Landing Zones

Hit 15 balls to each landing zone using wedges only. Hit one bucket of ~50 balls. Count total number of successful shots.

Short Game26 min

DIY Course Easy

Up to 5 players play easy-difficulty 9 hole ‘PAR 2’ DIY course. Best final score wins.

Short Game26 min

DIY Course Easy

Make a DIY 9 hole easy-difficulty course. Every hole is PAR 2. Count the score.

Course Details

Everything you need to know about Palmer.

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

Sanxiang

Course Information

Holes

Par

Type

Parkland

Architect

Arnold Palmer

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Programs

Skill-Based Practice Programs for Palmer

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

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Reduce Short Misses Through Alignment

Square the putter face, for a 12-handicap player, ~15 minutes.

Putting18-30 min12 HCP3 drills

Alignment37%

Aim22%

Stroke13%

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Make Every Putt Count Accurately

Capitalize on makeable putts, for a 5-handicap player, ~10 minutes.

Putting15-30 min4 HCP7 drills

Scoring34%

Precision25%

Aim16%

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Chip Close: Leave Inside 3 Feet

Chip close, for a 24-handicap player, ~20 minutes.

Short Game~26 min23 HCP8 drills

Accuracy31%

Scoring23%

Distance Control15%

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Stop Chips Near Hole

Avoid three-putts, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.

Short Game~26 min35 HCP5 drills

Aim30%

Scoring27%

Alignment22%

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13 Week Flagship Program for Palmer

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

Week 1≤ 3 days

Putting · 3 ft (1m) only

Reduce Short Misses Through Alignment

Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 12.0

Weeks 1–3≤ 6 days

Short Game · Mixed

Make Par Around the Green

Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0

Weeks 3–5≤ 7 days

Driving Range · Mid irons (7,6,5)

Improve Mid-Iron Accuracy

Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0

Weeks 5–6≤ 7 days

Putting · 3 ft (1m) only

Make Every Putt Count Accurately

Difficulty: Expert · Program HCP 4.0

Weeks 7–9≤ 7 days

Short Game · Mixed

Make Par Around the Green

Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0

Weeks 9–10≤ 5 days

Driving Range · Wedges (LW,SW,GW,PW)

Control the loft: spin and height as needed

Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 24.0

Weeks 10–11≤ 3 days

Putting · 6 ft (2m) only

Place Every 6 Foot Putt With Maximum Precision

Difficulty: Expert · Program HCP 2.0

Weeks 11–12≤ 5 days

Short Game · Chip

Stop Chips Near Hole

Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0

Weeks 12–13≤ 3 days

Driving Range · Driver

Improve Driver Accuracy

Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 17.0

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Control the loft: spin and height as needed

Control wedge loft, for a 25-handicap player, ~20 minutes.

Driving Range~31 min24 HCP5 drills

Trajectory25%

Scoring25%

Distance Control20%

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Long Iron Accuracy Advanced

Advanced accuracy, for a 1-handicap player, ~10 minutes.

Driving Range30-31 min0 HCP5 drills

Scoring34%

Dispersion21%

Precision16%

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Place Every 6 Foot Putt With Maximum Precision

Judge distance carefully, for a 2-handicap player, ~10 minutes.

Putting18-24 min2 HCP3 drills

Precision45%

Scoring33%

Aim13%

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Make Par Around the Green

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

Short Game~26 min35 HCP6 drills

Scoring44%

Distance Control34%

Visualization22%

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Make Par Around the Green

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

Short Game~26 min35 HCP9 drills

Scoring44%

Distance Control34%

Visualization22%

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Stop 2 Feet From Hole

Stop 2 feet away, for a 3-handicap player, ~10 minutes.

Short Game~26 min2 HCP6 drills

Precision29%

Distance Control25%

Aim18%

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Flop 25–40 Yds From Bunker Or Fringe

Flop from bunkers, for a 3-handicap player, ~10 minutes.

Short Game~26 min3 HCP9 drills

Precision24%

Distance Control21%

Scoring16%

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Roll Ball To 1–2 Feet

Roll to tap-in range, for a 3-handicap player, ~10 minutes.

Short Game~26 min3 HCP4 drills

Distance Control45%

Trajectory19%

Precision15%

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Open up and let it fly: alignment for flop shots

Open up and fly, for a 32-handicap player, ~30 minutes.

Short Game~26 min32 HCP6 drills

Alignment33%

Aim18%

Scoring17%

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Reduce Misses With Short Irons

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

Driving Range~31 min17 HCP3 drills

Distance Control27%

Scoring20%

Trajectory20%

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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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Lag it long: can you control your driver distance every time?

Reach target zones, for a 6-handicap player, ~10 minutes.

Driving Range~31 min6 HCP3 drills

Distance Control35%

Scoring23%

Trajectory22%

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Land it soft: consistent length on short shots

Hit within 2-3 yards, for a 6-handicap player, ~10 minutes.

Driving Range30-31 min6 HCP6 drills

Distance Control41%

Scoring28%

Accuracy19%

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Improve Mid-Iron Accuracy

Improve accuracy, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.

Driving Range~31 min35 HCP8 drills

Precision26%

Mechanics23%

Trajectory14%

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FAQ

Frequently Asked Questions about Palmer

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

How difficult is Palmer for mid-handicap golfers?

Palmer is regarded as a strategically complex layout. The 120 slope rating keeps it accessible for developing players. The course rating of 70 reflects on scoring relative to par 71.

What tees should a 15 handicap play at Palmer?

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 Palmer?

With a course rating of 70 and par 71, a mid-handicap golfer would typically score in the mid to high 80s. Stronger players aiming to break 71 must manage approach shots and avoid penalty strokes.

How long is Palmer and how does yardage affect play?

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

What type of course is Palmer 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 Palmer 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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