Practice Programs

Complete Golf Practice Blueprint for Clube de Golf Santo da Serra

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Machico, Madeira, Portugal

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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 · Mechanics

Session Durations

3 days , 4 days , 5 days , 6 days , 7 days , 8 days , 9 days

AccuracyAimAlignmentDispersionDistance ControlMechanics+5 more

Machico Practice Profile

We've mapped a comprehensive practice profile for Machico, 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 24%Aim 17%Precision 15%Alignment 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.

Average HCP

8.4

Minimum HCP

26.6

Maximum HCP

Top Drills

Featured Drills for Machico

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

Putting18 min

Putting Aid: String Line, 50 in a Row

Make 50 putts in a row, underneath the hanging string line.

Short Game26 min

Chip | Parallel Piles | Bullseye 2x

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.

Driving Range31 min

Woods (Hy to 3W) | 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 woods only. Hit one bucket of ~50 balls.

Short Game26 min

Chip | Parallel Piles | 9 Stop Zones

Up to 5 players compete to stop a chip shot in the stop zone(s). The player with the most points at the end wins the challenge. One bucket of balls per player is needed.

Short Game26 min

Chip | Parallel Ball Lines | Quadrants

Up to 5 players compete to stop a chip shot inside the quadrant(s). The player with the most points at the end wins the challenge. 25 balls per player are needed.

Short Game26 min

Chip | Parallel Ball Lines | 3 Landing Zones

Up to 5 players compete to stop a chip shot inside the landing zone(s). The player with the most points at the end wins the challenge. Up to 80 balls are needed.

Course Details

Everything you need to know about Machico.

Contact Information

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Phone

+44 (0)1250 872622

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Fax

+44 (0) 1250 872622

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reservations@santodaserragolf.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

Casais Proximos, St. Ant. da Serra

Course Description

Clube de Golf Santo da Serra is a premier golf club located on Madeira Island, Portugal, featuring Robert Trent Jones Sr.’s 27-hole course set in stunning volcanic landscapes and rich history. The club hosts events such as the Madeira Island Open and offers facilities including a restaurant, clubhouse, driving range, and pro shop. It also runs a professional golf academy and a range of visitor services including green-fee rates, membership options, and partner hotels. The organization markets its tee times, memberships, and tours to golfers visiting Madeira and the surrounding region.

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Course Information

Holes

Par

Type

Parkland

Architect

Robert Trent Jones Sr.

Opened

1937

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Programs

Skill-Based Practice Programs for Machico

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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Aim To Hit Center Every Time

Hit center consistently, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.

Putting18-30 min17 HCP3 drills

Aim32%

Stroke28%

Alignment23%

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Chip 15–30 Yds From Tight Or Rough Lies

Chip from tight lies, for a 2-handicap player, ~10 minutes.

Short Game~26 min2 HCP4 drills

Aim26%

Distance Control24%

Precision16%

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Land 3–4 Feet From Pin

Flop over hazards, for a 17-handicap player, ~15 minutes.

Short Game~26 min16 HCP6 drills

Accuracy29%

Scoring18%

Alignment16%

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Maximize 3-Wood Control

Precision 3-wood shots, for a 1-handicap player, ~10 minutes.

Driving Range~31 min0 HCP6 drills

Scoring29%

Precision17%

Distance Control15%

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14 Week Flagship Program for Machico

A complete and progressive long-term development curriculum mapped from easier to harder drills, specifically for Machico. Start with the basics and work your way towards more challenging drills. Commit to 14 weeks of training and get in proper shape. Four days counts as a week.

Week 1≤ 3 days

Putting · 3 ft (1m) only

Aim To Hit Center Every Time

Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 17.0

Weeks 1–2≤ 5 days

Short Game · Mixed

Make Par Around the Green

Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0

Weeks 3–4≤ 7 days

Short Game · Pitch

Set your sights and deliver: aim challenge

Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 30.0

Weeks 4–6≤ 7 days

Short Game · Bump'n'Run

How straight can you roll it? Test your setup

Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 26.0

Weeks 6–8≤ 7 days

Short Game · Sand

Save par with a clutch bunker shot—pressure drill

Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 26.0

Weeks 9–10≤ 6 days

Short Game · Flop

Land 3–4 Feet From Pin

Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 16.0

Weeks 10–11≤ 6 days

Driving Range · Woods (Hy,5W,3W)

Stop Missing 3-Wood Fairways

Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0

Weeks 12–13≤ 5 days

Driving Range · Wedges (LW,SW,GW,PW)

Reduce Wedge Misses

Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 17.0

Weeks 13–14≤ 6 days

Driving Range · Woods (Hy,5W,3W)

Maximize 3-Wood Control

Difficulty: Expert · Program HCP 0.0

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Maximize Wedge Greens In Regulation

Precision wedges, for a 1-handicap player, ~10 minutes.

Driving Range31-43 min0 HCP3 drills

Distance Control32%

Scoring27%

Precision18%

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Set your sights and deliver: aim challenge

Dial in aim, for a 30-handicap player, ~30 minutes.

Short Game~26 min30 HCP7 drills

Aim33%

Scoring29%

Alignment20%

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Make Par Around the Green

Keep near hole, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.

Short Game~26 min35 HCP5 drills

Scoring43%

Distance Control35%

Visualization22%

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Save par with a clutch bunker shot—pressure drill

Turn into par saves, for a 26-handicap player, ~20 minutes.

Short Game23-26 min26 HCP9 drills

Scoring23%

Distance Control20%

Aim16%

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Short Game 15–35 Yds From Bunker, Fringe, Rough

Land 2 feet away, for a 1-handicap player, ~10 minutes.

Short Game~26 min0 HCP9 drills

Scoring47%

Distance Control28%

Visualization21%

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Chip 15–30 Yds From Tight Or Rough Lies

Get up-and-down consistently, for a 2-handicap player, ~10 minutes.

Short Game~26 min1 HCP5 drills

Aim29%

Distance Control19%

Precision18%

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How straight can you roll it? Test your setup

Square up, for a 26-handicap player, ~20 minutes.

Short Game~26 min26 HCP8 drills

Alignment31%

Precision18%

Scoring16%

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Stop Missing 3-Wood Fairways

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

Driving Range~31 min35 HCP6 drills

Precision31%

Mechanics23%

Trajectory19%

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Pin seeker: hit every short iron to the green

Hit greens with short irons, for a 1-handicap player, ~10 minutes.

Driving Range~31 min0 HCP3 drills

Scoring28%

Dispersion23%

Accuracy20%

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Reduce Wedge Misses

Improve accuracy, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.

Driving Range30-43 min17 HCP5 drills

Scoring26%

Distance Control23%

Dispersion17%

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Prepare for Tournaments at Machico

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 Machico

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

How difficult is Machico for mid-handicap golfers?

From a scoring perspective, Machico challenges consistency. The 120 slope rating keeps it accessible for developing players. The course rating of 70 reflects on scoring relative to par 36.

What tees should a 15 handicap play at Machico?

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 Machico?

With a course rating of 70 and par 36, a mid-handicap golfer would typically score in the mid to high 80s. Stronger players aiming to break 36 must manage approach shots and avoid penalty strokes.

How long is Machico and how does yardage affect play?

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

What type of course is Machico 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 Machico 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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