Finish putts in one motion, for a 2-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Putting15-24 min1 HCP4 drills
Precision34%
Scoring33%
Aim20%
Practice Programs
Complete Golf Practice Blueprint for Costa Ballena Ocean Golf Club
Discover tailored practice programs for this course.
Total Programs
14
14 complete programs built for this course
Unique Drills
70
Total unique drills across all programs
Skill Pillars
12
Accuracy · Aim · Alignment · Dispersion · Distance Control · Green Reading
Session Durations
5
3 days , 4 days , 6 days , 7 days , 9 days
AccuracyAimAlignmentDispersionDistance ControlGreen Reading+6 more
Los Olivos Practice Profile
We've mapped a comprehensive practice profile for Los Olivos, 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%Precision 25%Distance Control 19%Aim 14%Accuracy 13%
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.
15.7
Average HCP
8.6
Minimum HCP
31
Maximum HCP
Top Drills
Featured Drills for Los Olivos
Most-used drills from for this course. Practice as standalone drills or scroll down for full programs.
Putting18 min
Putting Aid: Alignment Mirror, 15/25
Make 15 out of 25 putts using an alignment mirror.
Short Game26 min
Bump-n-Run | Perpendicular Piles | 3 Landing Zones
Align a bucket of balls next to the green (avg. bucket is 40 balls) into 10 equal perpendicular piles of 4 balls and hit-and-land bump-n-run shots inside landing zones. Count the number of successes.
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.
Driving Range31 min
All Woods (Hy to Dr) | Club Swapping Challenge
Complete the Club Swapping Challenge using woods only. Hit one bucket of ~50 balls.
Driving Range30 min
All Woods (Hy to Driver) | General Discovery
Discover tendencies by hitting various ball flights to various distances, using woods only. Hit one bucket of ~50 balls.
Driving Range31 min
Woods (Hy to 3W) | 3 Landing Zones
Hit 15 balls to each landing zone using woods only. Hit one bucket of ~50 balls. Count total number of successful shots.
Course Details
Everything you need to know about Los Olivos.
Contact Information
📞
Phone
+44 (0)1250 872622
📠
Fax
+44 (0) 1250 872622
✉️Email
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
36
Par
36
Type
Parkland
Architect
José Maria Olazábal
Opened
1997
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Programs
Skill-Based Practice Programs for Los Olivos
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
% match to course practice profileHit center consistently, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Putting18-30 min17 HCP3 drills
Aim32%
Stroke28%
Alignment23%
Master touch, for a 32-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Short Game~26 min32 HCP6 drills
Distance Control34%
Aim14%
Alignment13%
Turn lies into pars, for a 25-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Short Game~26 min25 HCP9 drills
Scoring41%
Accuracy17%
Alignment13%
13 Week Flagship Program for Los Olivos
A complete and progressive long-term development curriculum mapped from easier to harder drills, specifically for Los Olivos. 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
Aim To Hit Center Every Time
Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 17.0
Weeks 1–2≤ 4 days
Putting · 6 ft (2m) only
Read Subtle Breaks
Difficulty: Expert · Program HCP 1.0
Weeks 2–4≤ 6 days
Short Game · Bump'n'Run
Master the art of touch: no more long comeback putts
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 32.0
Weeks 4–6≤ 7 days
Short Game · Bump'n'Run
Beat Best Streak of Up-and-Downs
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 25.0
Weeks 6–7≤ 6 days
Short Game · Flop
Open up and let it fly: alignment for flop shots
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 22.0
Week 8≤ 3 days
Driving Range · Wedges (LW,SW,GW,PW)
Perfect your swing: mechanics for wedge success
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Weeks 8–10≤ 7 days
Driving Range · Mid irons (7,6,5)
Stop Missing Greens With Mid Irons
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Weeks 11–12≤ 6 days
Driving Range · Woods (Hy,5W,3W)
Improve 3-Wood Accuracy
Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 17.0
Weeks 12–13≤ 4 days
Driving Range · Woods (Hy,5W,3W)
Reach the green: consistent length with hybrids and woods
Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 13.0
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Get StartedConsistent woods length, for a 12-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Driving Range30-31 min11 HCP6 drills
Distance Control30%
Scoring20%
Accuracy19%
Reduce spread, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Driving Range30-31 min17 HCP6 drills
Precision34%
Dispersion25%
Scoring15%
Flop from bunkers, for a 3-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Short Game~26 min3 HCP7 drills
Precision30%
Distance Control16%
Dispersion15%
Land 2 feet from pin, for a 4-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Short Game~26 min4 HCP9 drills
Distance Control24%
Aim18%
Precision16%
Open up and fly, for a 23-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Short Game~26 min22 HCP6 drills
Alignment28%
Accuracy19%
Scoring17%
Advanced accuracy, for a 1-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Driving Range30-31 min0 HCP7 drills
Scoring29%
Precision18%
Distance Control13%
Improve accuracy, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Driving Range~31 min35 HCP9 drills
Precision28%
Mechanics20%
Trajectory16%
Control woods rollout, for a 13-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Driving Range30-31 min13 HCP4 drills
Accuracy26%
Distance Control25%
Scoring18%
Maximize control, for a 1-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Driving Range30-31 min0 HCP7 drills
Scoring29%
Precision18%
Distance Control13%
Avoid fat or thin shots, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Driving Range~31 min35 HCP3 drills
Mechanics45%
Precision28%
Trajectory27%
2026
Prepare for Tournaments at Los Olivos
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Spain•18 holes
Campeonato de España Individual Senior Femenino 2026
5/29/2026
Stroke Play
Real Federación Española de Golf
Competiciones de Alto Nivel
women
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Campeonato de Espana Individual Senior Femenino
5/29/2026
Stroke
WAGR
Senior
women
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Frequently Asked Questions about Los Olivos
Get answers to common questions about playing Los Olivos and what to expect.
How difficult is Los Olivos for mid-handicap golfers?
From a scoring perspective, Los Olivos 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 Los Olivos?
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 Los Olivos?
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 Los Olivos and how does yardage affect play?
At a full length of 6500 yards, it balances distance with positional strategy.
What type of course is Los Olivos 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 Los Olivos 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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