Practice Programs

Complete Golf Practice Blueprint for Colony West Golf Club

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Tamarac, 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 , 6 days , 7 days , 8 days , 9 days

AccuracyAimAlignmentDispersionDistance ControlGreen Reading+5 more

Glades Executive Practice Profile

We've mapped a comprehensive practice profile for Glades Executive, 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

Distance Control 30%Scoring 24%Precision 18%Trajectory 15%Mechanics 11%

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.

21.6

Average HCP

14.4

Minimum HCP

37.2

Maximum HCP

Top Drills

Featured Drills for Glades Executive

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

Putting18 min

Stop the Ball: Circle, Eyes Closed [Long]

Stop the ball inside the circle with your eyes closed.

Short Game26 min

Bump-n-Run | Scattered Piles | 3 Landing Zones

Scatter a bucket of balls (avg. bucket is 40 balls) next to the green. Scatter into 8 equal piles of 5 balls and hit-and-land bump-n-run shots inside landing zones. Count the number of successes.

Driving Range31 min

Wedges (LW to PW) | Progressive Targets Challenge

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

Driving Range31 min

Short irons (9,8) | Takeaway

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

Driving Range31 min

Short irons (9,8) | Impact and Follow Through

Work only on impact and follow through using short irons only. Hit one bucket of ~50 balls.

Driving Range31 min

Short irons (9,8) | Downswing

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

Course Details

Everything you need to know about Glades Executive.

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

6800 North Pine Island Road

Course Information

Holes

Par

Type

Parkland

Architect

Bruce Devlin/Robert von Hagge

Opened

1971

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Programs

Skill-Based Practice Programs for Glades Executive

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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Visualize Line On Long Putts 20+ Feet

Visualize long lines, for a 9-handicap player, ~10 minutes.

Putting15-18 min9 HCP8 drills

Distance Control43%

Visualization41%

Dispersion12%

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Stick Approach From Hazards

Stick approaches, for a 16-handicap player, ~15 minutes.

Short Game~26 min16 HCP9 drills

Scoring45%

Distance Control32%

Visualization23%

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Stick Chip Close To Hole

Chip from rough, for a 17-handicap player, ~15 minutes.

Short Game~26 min17 HCP7 drills

Distance Control26%

Accuracy22%

Alignment19%

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Pin hunter: hit every wedge close to the hole

Hit close to hole, for a 8-handicap player, ~10 minutes.

Driving Range30-43 min7 HCP8 drills

Distance Control34%

Scoring31%

Accuracy23%

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14 Week Flagship Program for Glades Executive

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

Weeks 1–2≤ 7 days

Putting · Long (20+ ft)

Visualize Line On Long Putts 20+ Feet

Difficulty: Advanced · Program HCP 9.0

Weeks 3–4≤ 7 days

Short Game · Bump'n'Run

Bump'n'Run From 5–10 Yds

Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0

Weeks 5–7≤ 7 days

Short Game · Flop

Land Flop Shots Near Hole

Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0

Weeks 7–8≤ 7 days

Short Game · Bump'n'Run

Dial in your touch from the fringe—leave yourself a no-stress putt

Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 25.0

Week 9≤ 4 days

Driving Range · Short irons (9,8)

Check your setup: avoid slices and hooks

Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0

Week 10≤ 4 days

Driving Range · Short irons (9,8)

Feet, hips, shoulders—consistent contact

Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0

Weeks 11–12≤ 6 days

Driving Range · Wedges (LW,SW,GW,PW)

Stop Missed Wedge Shots

Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0

Weeks 12–13≤ 3 days

Driving Range · Wedges (LW,SW,GW,PW)

Improve Wedge Accuracy

Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 17.0

Weeks 13–14≤ 6 days

Driving Range · Woods (Hy,5W,3W)

Reduce 3-Wood Spread

Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 17.0

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Check your setup: avoid slices and hooks

Consistent short iron contact, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.

Driving Range~31 min35 HCP4 drills

Mechanics45%

Precision29%

Trajectory26%

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Dial in your touch from the fringe—leave yourself a no-stress putt

Roll to tap-in range, for a 25-handicap player, ~20 minutes.

Short Game~26 min25 HCP7 drills

Scoring33%

Accuracy29%

Distance Control13%

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Land Flop Shots Near Hole

Avoid big numbers, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.

Short Game~26 min35 HCP9 drills

Alignment27%

Scoring25%

Aim24%

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Bump'n'Run From 5–10 Yds

Roll the ball low and straight, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.

Short Game~26 min35 HCP8 drills

Scoring28%

Distance Control27%

Alignment14%

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Bump'n'Run 15–25 Yds From Tight Lies

Convert every opportunity, for a 3-handicap player, ~10 minutes.

Short Game~26 min3 HCP4 drills

Distance Control45%

Trajectory19%

Precision15%

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Feet, hips, shoulders—consistent contact

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

Driving Range~31 min35 HCP4 drills

Mechanics45%

Precision29%

Trajectory26%

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Land it near: consistent length on approaches

Consistent mid iron length, for a 13-handicap player, ~15 minutes.

Driving Range30-31 min13 HCP8 drills

Distance Control34%

Scoring26%

Trajectory16%

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Improve Wedge Accuracy

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

Driving Range30-31 min17 HCP3 drills

Scoring28%

Distance Control25%

Trajectory17%

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Stop Missed Wedge Shots

Stop missed shots, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.

Driving Range~31 min35 HCP6 drills

Precision26%

Mechanics23%

Trajectory18%

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Reduce 3-Wood Spread

Improve 3-wood accuracy, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.

Driving Range30-31 min17 HCP6 drills

Precision34%

Dispersion25%

Scoring15%

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Prepare for Tournaments at Glades Executive

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 Glades Executive

Get answers to common questions about playing Glades Executive and what to expect.

How difficult is Glades Executive for mid-handicap golfers?

From a scoring perspective, Glades Executive challenges consistency. With a slope of 120, it remains playable for a wide handicap range. The course rating of 70 reflects on scoring relative to par 65.

What tees should a 15 handicap play at Glades Executive?

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 Glades Executive?

With a course rating of 70 and par 65, a mid-handicap golfer would typically score in the mid to high 80s. Stronger players aiming to break 65 must manage approach shots and avoid penalty strokes.

How long is Glades Executive and how does yardage affect play?

Measuring 6500 yards at maximum length, scoring depends more on placement than raw power.

What type of course is Glades Executive and how should I play it?

Glades Executive is designed as a Parkland layout. 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 Glades Executive 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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