Practice Programs

Complete Golf Practice Blueprint for Costa Ballena Ocean Golf Club

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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

Las Palmeras Practice Profile

We've mapped a comprehensive practice profile for Las Palmeras, 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 26%Distance Control 22%Precision 22%Aim 15%Trajectory 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.

20.8

Average HCP

13.2

Minimum HCP

Maximum HCP

Top Drills

Featured Drills for Las Palmeras

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

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

Wedges (LW to PW) | Downswing

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

Driving Range31 min

Wedges (LW to PW) | Takeaway

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

Driving Range31 min

Wedges (LW to PW) | Impact and Follow Through

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

Putting18 min

Stop the Ball: Circle, in a Row [Long]

Eliminate long distance misses by stopping 5 balls inside the circle, in a row.

Course Details

Everything you need to know about Las Palmeras.

Contact Information

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Phone

+44 (0)1250 872622

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Fax

+44 (0) 1250 872622

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direccion@ballenagolf.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

Carretera Chipiona -Pto. de Sta. Maria KM 5

Course Description

Costa Ballena Ocean Golf Club es un extraordinario complejo de de golf formado por un campo de 27 hoyos de competición, 9 hoyos Par 3 y que cuanta con una de las mejores las áreas de prácticas de toda Europa. Estas son sólo algunas de las características que describen Costa Ballena Ocean Golf Club. El secreto de su éxito reside en el equilibrio perfecto entre ocio, entrenamiento y deporte.Un magnífico diseño de Olazábal exigente con los handicaps más bajos y benévolo para jugadores de menos nivel. Es un recorrido llano, con algunos hoyos paralelos a la playa, y otros defendidos por bunkers y lagos estratégicamente situados. Es par 72, SSS 72; y 0 de slope. 6.036m. para caballeros y 5.155 para damas.

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Course Information

Holes

Par

Type

Parkland

Architect

José Maria Olazábal

Opened

1997

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Programs

Skill-Based Practice Programs for Las Palmeras

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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Make Every 20+ Ft Putt

Focus on ball roll and finish position, for a 1-handicap player, ~10 minutes.

Putting~18 min0 HCP6 drills

Visualization31%

Distance Control31%

Dispersion22%

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Hole Mid-Length Putts

Practice long putts for distance control, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.

Putting~18 min17 HCP3 drills

Aim38%

Alignment23%

Stroke22%

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Up-and-Down Contest

Turn into birdies, for a 28-handicap player, ~20 minutes.

Short Game~26 min27 HCP7 drills

Aim28%

Scoring28%

Alignment21%

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Land 2–3 Feet From Pin

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

Short Game~26 min17 HCP7 drills

Accuracy30%

Distance Control24%

Alignment20%

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10 Week Flagship Program for Las Palmeras

A complete and progressive long-term development curriculum mapped from easier to harder drills, specifically for Las Palmeras. Start with the basics and work your way towards more challenging drills. Commit to 10 weeks of training and get in proper shape. Four days counts as a week.

Week 1≤ 3 days

Putting · 6 ft (2m) only

Hole Mid-Length Putts

Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 17.0

Weeks 1–2≤ 3 days

Short Game · Bump'n'Run

Feel the green—leave every Bump'n'Run inside the safe zone

Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0

Weeks 2–3≤ 4 days

Driving Range · Woods (Hy,5W,3W)

3-Wood Dispersion Control For Beginners

Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0

Weeks 3–4≤ 4 days

Putting · 9 ft (3m) only

Hit Cup More Often Precisely

Difficulty: Expert · Program HCP 3.0

Weeks 4–5≤ 3 days

Short Game · Pitch

Keep Par Safe

Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0

Week 5≤ 3 days

Driving Range · Wedges (LW,SW,GW,PW)

Check your setup: avoid fat or thin shots

Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0

Weeks 6–7≤ 6 days

Putting · Long (20+ ft)

Make Every 20+ Ft Putt

Difficulty: Expert · Program HCP 0.0

Weeks 7–9≤ 7 days

Short Game · Chip

Up-and-Down Contest

Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 27.0

Weeks 9–10≤ 6 days

Driving Range · Wedges (LW,SW,GW,PW)

Control Wedge Roll

Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0

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Control Wedge Roll

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

Driving Range~31 min35 HCP6 drills

Precision26%

Mechanics23%

Trajectory18%

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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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Hit Cup More Often Precisely

Read subtle breaks, for a 4-handicap player, ~10 minutes.

Putting18-24 min3 HCP4 drills

Precision37%

Scoring33%

Green Reading11%

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Keep Par Safe

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

Short Game~26 min35 HCP3 drills

Aim30%

Alignment27%

Scoring20%

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Get Up-And-Down From Every Chip

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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Feel the green—leave every Bump'n'Run inside the safe zone

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

Short Game~26 min35 HCP3 drills

Distance Control35%

Precision21%

Scoring15%

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Bump'n'Run 10–20 Yds

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

Short Game~26 min17 HCP7 drills

Distance Control20%

Scoring18%

Accuracy16%

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Land 3–4 Feet From Pin

Approach from hazards, for a 17-handicap player, ~15 minutes.

Short Game~26 min16 HCP8 drills

Scoring45%

Distance Control31%

Visualization24%

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Mid-Iron Trajectory Control

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

Driving Range30-31 min17 HCP8 drills

Distance Control24%

Scoring22%

Precision18%

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How close can you get? Challenge your limits

Get close to pin, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.

Driving Range30-31 min35 HCP9 drills

Precision34%

Scoring20%

Aim17%

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Tighten it up: keep long irons within 8 yards

Keep within 8 yards, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.

Driving Range~31 min17 HCP5 drills

Dispersion33%

Precision17%

Scoring16%

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Check your setup: avoid fat or thin shots

Avoid fat or thin shots, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.

Driving Range~31 min35 HCP3 drills

Mechanics45%

Precision28%

Trajectory27%

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Land it soft: consistent length on short shots

Hit within 2-3 yards, for a 9-handicap player, ~10 minutes.

Driving Range30-43 min9 HCP8 drills

Distance Control41%

Scoring26%

Accuracy11%

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3-Wood Dispersion Control For Beginners

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

Driving Range~31 min35 HCP4 drills

Mechanics23%

Precision21%

Trajectory18%

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FAQ

Frequently Asked Questions about Las Palmeras

Get answers to common questions about playing Las Palmeras and what to expect.

How difficult is Las Palmeras for mid-handicap golfers?

Las Palmeras 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 36.

What tees should a 15 handicap play at Las Palmeras?

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 Las Palmeras?

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 Las Palmeras and how does yardage affect play?

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

What type of course is Las Palmeras 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 Las Palmeras 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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