Practice Programs

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Cocoa Beach, Florida, 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 , 9 days

AccuracyAimAlignmentDispersionDistance ControlGreen Reading+6 more

Lakes/Dolphin Practice Profile

We've mapped a comprehensive practice profile for Lakes/Dolphin, 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

Precision 26%Scoring 23%Aim 20%Distance Control 17%Dispersion 12%

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

10.8

Minimum HCP

28.4

Maximum HCP

Top Drills

Featured Drills for Lakes/Dolphin

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

Putting18 min

Single Tee, 15/25

Make 15 out of 25 putts

Short Game26 min

Chip | Parallel Piles | Quadrants

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

Driving Range31 min

Short irons (9,8) | Takeaway

Work only on takeaway using short irons only. Hit one bucket of ~50 balls.

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.

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.

Course Details

Everything you need to know about Lakes/Dolphin.

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

5000 Tom Warner Blvd

Course Description

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Course Information

Holes

Par

Type

Parkland

Architect

Charles Ankrom

Opened

1968

Conditions

Fairway: Bermuda • Green: Paspalum

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Programs

Skill-Based Practice Programs for Lakes/Dolphin

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 14 Programs

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Place Every 6 Foot Putt With Maximum Precision

Follow through fully, for a 2-handicap player, ~10 minutes.

Putting18-24 min2 HCP3 drills

Precision45%

Scoring33%

Aim13%

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Reduce Misses On All 9 Foot Putts

Treat every putt as crucial, for a 5-handicap player, ~10 minutes.

Putting15-24 min4 HCP7 drills

Scoring34%

Precision29%

Aim16%

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Land Ball 2–3 Feet From Pin

Save par consistently, for a 17-handicap player, ~15 minutes.

Short Game~26 min17 HCP9 drills

Scoring25%

Aim16%

Dispersion15%

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Get Up-And-Down From Every Chip

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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15 Week Flagship Program for Lakes/Dolphin

A complete and progressive long-term development curriculum mapped from easier to harder drills, specifically for Lakes/Dolphin. Start with the basics and work your way towards more challenging drills. Commit to 15 weeks of training and get in proper shape. Four days counts as a week.

Weeks 1–2≤ 7 days

Putting · 9 ft (3m) only

Reduce Misses On All 9 Foot Putts

Difficulty: Expert · Program HCP 4.0

Weeks 2–3≤ 3 days

Putting · 6 ft (2m) only

Place Every 6 Foot Putt With Maximum Precision

Difficulty: Expert · Program HCP 2.0

Weeks 3–5≤ 7 days

Short Game · Bump'n'Run

Keep Ball Close To Hole

Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0

Weeks 5–6≤ 6 days

Short Game · Chip

Avoid Three-Putts

Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 34.0

Weeks 6–8≤ 7 days

Short Game · Bump'n'Run

Land Ball 2–3 Feet From Pin

Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 17.0

Week 9≤ 4 days

Driving Range · Short irons (9,8)

Perfect your swing: mechanics for short iron success

Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0

Weeks 10–11≤ 6 days

Driving Range · Driver

Stop Missing Fairways with Driver

Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0

Weeks 11–13≤ 7 days

Driving Range · Wedges (LW,SW,GW,PW)

How close can you get? Challenge your short game

Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 25.0

Weeks 13–15≤ 7 days

Driving Range · Mid irons (7,6,5)

Mid-Iron Trajectory Control

Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 17.0

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Perfect your swing: mechanics for short iron success

Avoid slices and hooks, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.

Driving Range~31 min35 HCP4 drills

Mechanics45%

Precision29%

Trajectory26%

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Stop Missing Fairways with Driver

Stop missing fairways, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.

Driving Range~31 min35 HCP6 drills

Precision29%

Mechanics23%

Trajectory19%

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Escape Every Bunker Successfully

Escape successfully, for a 7-handicap player, ~10 minutes.

Short Game~26 min7 HCP7 drills

Distance Control24%

Dispersion23%

Precision21%

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Chip 15–30 Yds From Tight Or Rough Lies

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

Short Game~26 min1 HCP5 drills

Aim29%

Distance Control19%

Precision18%

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Keep Ball Close To Hole

Use a short swing, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.

Short Game~26 min35 HCP7 drills

Aim24%

Scoring20%

Distance Control19%

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Avoid Three-Putts

Chip to the green, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.

Short Game~26 min34 HCP6 drills

Aim28%

Scoring18%

Alignment17%

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Land it close: consistent rollout on approaches

Consistent long iron rollout, for a 6-handicap player, ~10 minutes.

Driving Range~31 min6 HCP3 drills

Distance Control42%

Scoring28%

Aim10%

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Pick your line and stick it—short iron accuracy

Avoid bunkers with short irons, for a 1-handicap player, ~10 minutes.

Driving Range~31 min0 HCP3 drills

Scoring28%

Dispersion23%

Accuracy20%

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Mid-Iron Trajectory Control

Reduce misses, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.

Driving Range30-31 min17 HCP8 drills

Dispersion24%

Precision23%

Scoring20%

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How close can you get? Challenge your short game

Leave tap-ins, for a 25-handicap player, ~20 minutes.

Driving Range31-43 min25 HCP9 drills

Precision34%

Scoring21%

Mechanics10%

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Prepare for Tournaments at Lakes/Dolphin

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 Lakes/Dolphin

Get answers to common questions about playing Lakes/Dolphin and what to expect.

How difficult is Lakes/Dolphin for mid-handicap golfers?

Players often find Lakes/Dolphin technically exacting. This slope level makes it manageable compared to championship venues. The course rating of 70 reflects on scoring relative to par 71.

What tees should a 15 handicap play at Lakes/Dolphin?

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 Lakes/Dolphin?

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 Lakes/Dolphin 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 Lakes/Dolphin 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 Lakes/Dolphin 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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