Practice Programs
We studied this course layout and mapped exact drills around stroke index, handicap index and distances. Practice like you know Del Mar.
Total Programs
18
18 complete programs built for this course
Unique Drills
88
Total unique drills across all programs
Skill Pillars
12
Accuracy · Aim · Alignment · Dispersion · Distance Control · Green Reading
Session Durations
6
3 days , 4 days , 5 days , 6 days , 7 days , 8 days
We've mapped a comprehensive practice profile for Del Mar, 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.
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Skill Distribution
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
Most-used drills from for this course. Practice as standalone drills or scroll down for full programs.
Make 10 out of 20 putts from in between two alignment sticks and through the ball gate.
Align a bucket of balls (avg. bucket is 40 balls) into 10 equal parallel piles of 4 balls next to the green and hit-and-land bump-n-run shots inside landing zones. Count the number of successes.
Complete the PAR 3 Challenge using mid irons only. Hit one bucket of ~50 balls.
Make 10 out of 20 putts, underneath the hanging string line.
Make 10 out of 20 putts over the chalk starting line.
Hit 12 balls to each quadrant using mid irons only. Hit one bucket of ~50 balls. Count total number of successful shots.
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Phone
+44 (0)1250 872622
Fax
+44 (0) 1250 872622
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Resident Professionals
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6001 Clubhouse Drive
Del Mar Country Club is an exclusive private country club in Southern California featuring a championship golf course, US Open–styled tennis courts, state-of-the-art fitness facilities, and refined dining options. Located in Rancho Santa Fe, CA, the club offers a home-away-from-home lifestyle for members with a focus on golf, tennis, fitness, and social events. The campus hosts private events and charitable initiatives, positioning itself as a premier lifestyle club for families and visiting guests in the region.
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Holes
18
Par
72
Type
Parkland
Architect
Joe Lee
Opened
1991
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Drill Library
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Free eBook
Curated selection of drills based on Del Mar hole-by-hole data.
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Free eBook
Curated selection of drills based on Del Mar hole-by-hole data.
Available immediately. No cost. Download link + Email Delivery
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Free eBook
Curated selection of drills based on Del Mar hole-by-hole data.
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Free eBook
Curated selection of drills based on Del Mar hole-by-hole data.
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Free eBook
Curated selection of drills based on Del Mar hole-by-hole data.
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Programs
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 18 Programs
% match to course practice profileRepeat putts until consistent, for a 3-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Square feet to the line, for a 12-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
A complete and progressive long-term development curriculum mapped from easier to harder drills, specifically for Del Mar. Start with the basics and work your way towards more challenging drills. Commit to 11 weeks of training and get in proper shape. Four days counts as a week.
Full 41 days 58 page practice program designed specifically around this course hole by hole data.
Putting · 6 ft (2m) only
Focus Aim For 6 Foot Putts
Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 13.0
Short Game · Bump'n'Run
Keep Ball Close To Hole
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Driving Range · Mid irons (7,6,5)
Perfect your swing: mechanics for mid iron success
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Putting · 9 ft (3m) only
Align Stroke For Every 9 Foot Putt
Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 12.0
Short Game · Pitch
Keep Par Safe
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 34.0
Driving Range · Wedges (LW,SW,GW,PW)
Stop Missed Wedge Shots
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Putting · 9 ft (3m) only
Hit Center Of Cup From 9 Feet
Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 12.0
Short Game · Bump'n'Run
Visualize your line, then make it happen on every shot
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 29.0
Driving Range · Woods (Hy,5W,3W)
Improve 3-Wood Accuracy
Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 17.0
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Roll the ball low and straight, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Visualize perfect sand, for a 13-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Precision mid-irons, for a 1-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Get personalized coaching and custom training programs tailored to your game.
Get StartedHit close to hole, for a 8-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Pick a specific spot, for a 14-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Square feet to the line, for a 12-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Control distance precisely, for a 3-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Master touch, for a 28-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Land close to pin, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Pinpoint chips, for a 15-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Visualize the line, for a 29-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Avoid fat or thin shots, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Control roll, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Precision mid-irons, for a 1-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Maximize control, for a 1-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Get personalized coaching and custom training programs tailored to your game.
Get StartedImprove 3-wood accuracy, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
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FAQ
Get answers to common questions about playing Del Mar and what to expect.
Del Mar presents a demanding test. With a slope of 120, it remains playable for a wide handicap range. The course rating of 70 reflects on scoring relative to par 72.
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.
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.
Measuring 6500 yards at maximum length, scoring depends more on placement than raw power.
Del Mar 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.
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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