Treat every putt as crucial, for a 6-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Practice Programs
Complete Golf Practice Blueprint for De Texelse Golfclub
Discover tailored practice programs for this course.
Total Programs
17
17 complete programs built for this course
Unique Drills
85
Total unique drills across all programs
Skill Pillars
12
Accuracy · Aim · Alignment · Dispersion · Distance Control · Green Reading
Session Durations
7
3 days , 4 days , 5 days , 6 days , 7 days , 8 days , 9 days
De Texelse Practice Profile
We've mapped a comprehensive practice profile for De Texelse, 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
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.
Top Drills
Featured Drills for De Texelse
Most-used drills from for this course. Practice as standalone drills or scroll down for full programs.
Single Tee, 10/20
Make 10 out of 20 putts.
Chip | Fairway | Flat
Up to 5 players hit two buckets of balls (avg. bucket is 40 balls) from the flat fairway surface.
All irons (9 to 2) | Progressive Targets Challenge
Complete the Progressive Targets Challenge using irons only. Hit one bucket of ~50 balls.
Mid irons (7,6,5) | 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 mid irons only. Hit one bucket of ~50 balls.
Mid irons (7,6,5) | PAR 3 Challenge
Complete the PAR 3 Challenge using mid irons only. Hit one bucket of ~50 balls.
Woods (Hy to 3W) | Around the Stick
Curve the ball around the alignment stick using using woods only. Hit one bucket of ~50 balls.
Course Details
Everything you need to know about De Texelse.
Contact Information
Phone
+44 (0)1250 872622
Fax
+44 (0) 1250 872622
info@texelse.nl
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Facilities
Location
Roggeslootweg 3
Course Description
Texelse is a public 18-hole dune and links golf course located in De Cocksdorp on the island of Texel, Netherlands. It serves as the home course for Golfclub De Texelse and Golfschool Texel, offering driving range facilities, practice areas, and a restaurant. The course emphasizes Scottish-style golf amid dunes, sea breezes, and natural wildlife, attracting both experienced players and beginners. The club also promotes golf vacations and group play on Texel, with on-site services and events for visitors.
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Course Information
Holes
27
Par
72
Type
Parkland
Architect
Alan Rijks
Opened
1996
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Programs
Skill-Based Practice Programs for De Texelse
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 17 Programs
% match to course practice profileEliminate careless misses, for a 2-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Flop from sand, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Land close to pin, for a 17-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
13 Week Flagship Program for De Texelse
A complete and progressive long-term development curriculum mapped from easier to harder drills, specifically for De Texelse. 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.
Putting · 9 ft (3m) only
Reduce Misses On All 9 Foot Putts
Difficulty: Advanced · Program HCP 5.0
Short Game · Flop
Land Flop Shots Near Hole
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Driving Range · Mid irons (7,6,5)
Mid-Iron Distance Control 150–180 Yards
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Putting · 6 ft (2m) only
Make All 6 Ft Putts
Difficulty: Expert · Program HCP 1.0
Short Game · Chip
Match Clubface to Target
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 27.0
Driving Range · Wedges (LW,SW,GW,PW)
Perfect your swing: mechanics for wedge success
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Putting · 3 ft (1m) only
Make Every Putt Count Accurately
Difficulty: Expert · Program HCP 1.0
Short Game · Sand
Can you stop the ball close from the sand?
Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 17.0
Driving Range · Woods (Hy,5W,3W)
Stop Missing 3-Wood Fairways
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Avoid fringe with mid irons, for a 12-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Stop missing greens, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Read breaks and aim precisely, for a 2-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
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Match clubface, for a 27-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Flop over hazards, for a 16-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Roll to tap-in range, for a 3-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Precision wedges, for a 1-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Control 3-wood dispersion, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Precision from 200 yards, for a 1-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Hit within 3-5 yards, for a 12-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Control 3-wood dispersion, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Avoid fat or thin shots, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Prepare for Tournaments at De Texelse
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 De Texelse
Get answers to common questions about playing De Texelse and what to expect.
How difficult is De Texelse for mid-handicap golfers?
De Texelse is regarded as a strategically complex layout. This slope level makes it manageable compared to championship venues. The course rating of 70 reflects on scoring relative to par 72.
What tees should a 15 handicap play at De Texelse?
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 De Texelse?
With a course rating of 70 and par 72, a mid-handicap golfer would typically score in the mid to high 80s. Stronger players aiming to break 72 must manage approach shots and avoid penalty strokes.
How long is De Texelse 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 De Texelse 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 De Texelse 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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