Practice Programs

Complete Golf Practice Blueprint for Delano Golf Course

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Delano, California, United States of America

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Total Programs

16 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

Delano (Alternate Tees) Practice Profile

We've mapped a comprehensive practice profile for Delano (Alternate Tees), 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 36%Distance Control 18%Aim 15%Accuracy 15%Precision 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.

15.9

Average HCP

7.4

Minimum HCP

28.8

Maximum HCP

Top Drills

Featured Drills for Delano (Alternate Tees)

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

Putting18 min

Putting Aid: Chalk Line, 10/20

Make 10 out of 20 putts over the chalk starting line.

Short Game26 min

Bump-n-Run | Deep Rough and Other | Above/Below Feet

Up to 5 players hit bump-n-run shot two buckets of balls (avg. bucket is 40 balls) from the sloped deep rough and other extreme grass types; one bucket with balls above feet level, and one bucket with balls below feet level.

Driving Range31 min

Woods (Hy to 3W) | Y Area

Hit 15 balls to each Y area using woods only. Hit one bucket of ~50 balls. Count total number of successful shots.

Driving Range31 min

Woods (Hy to 3W) | Visualized Course

Use imagination to hit any type of shot within self-set boundaries, using woods only. Hit one bucket of ~50 balls.

Driving Range30 min

Woods (Hy to 3W) | 5 Ball Flights Challenge

Complete the 5 Ball Flights Challenge 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 Delano (Alternate Tees).

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

104 South Lexington Street

Course Information

Holes

Par

Type

Parkland

Architect

Bert Stamps

Opened

1960

Google Reviews

Business Claimed

⭐4.3(79 reviews)

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Programs

Skill-Based Practice Programs for Delano (Alternate Tees)

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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Sink Mid-Distance Putts

Hit putts with both left and right breaks, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.

Putting~18 min17 HCP3 drills

Aim38%

Alignment23%

Stroke22%

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Aim To Hit Center Every Time

Focus on alignment, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.

Putting18-30 min17 HCP3 drills

Aim32%

Stroke28%

Alignment23%

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Open up and let it fly: alignment for flop shots

Open up and fly, for a 26-handicap player, ~20 minutes.

Short Game~26 min26 HCP9 drills

Alignment33%

Distance Control19%

Scoring15%

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Land 3–4 Feet From Hole

Land 3-4 feet away, for a 16-handicap player, ~15 minutes.

Short Game~26 min15 HCP7 drills

Accuracy28%

Scoring19%

Distance Control15%

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13 Week Flagship Program for Delano (Alternate Tees)

A complete and progressive long-term development curriculum mapped from easier to harder drills, specifically for Delano (Alternate Tees). 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≤ 3 days

Putting · 9 ft (3m) only

Sink Mid-Distance Putts

Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 17.0

Weeks 2–4≤ 7 days

Short Game · Mixed

Visualize the perfect mixed shot, then make it happen

Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 27.0

Weeks 4–6≤ 7 days

Short Game · Flop

Open up and let it fly: alignment for flop shots

Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 26.0

Weeks 6–8≤ 7 days

Short Game · Bump'n'Run

Save Par from Fringe

Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 24.0

Weeks 8–9≤ 3 days

Short Game · Chip

Turn Chips into Birdie Chances

Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 23.0

Weeks 9–10≤ 6 days

Driving Range · Mid irons (7,6,5)

Mid-Iron Distance Control 150–180 Yards

Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0

Weeks 10–12≤ 6 days

Driving Range · Mid irons (7,6,5)

Hit the green with the perfect flight

Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 26.0

Weeks 12–13≤ 5 days

Driving Range · Long irons (4,3,2)

Land it close: consistent rollout on approaches

Difficulty: Advanced · Program HCP 7.0

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Land it close: consistent rollout on approaches

Hit within 5 yards, for a 7-handicap player, ~10 minutes.

Driving Range~31 min7 HCP5 drills

Distance Control38%

Scoring24%

Trajectory13%

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Short Iron Accuracy Advanced

Advanced accuracy, for a 1-handicap player, ~10 minutes.

Driving Range30-31 min0 HCP7 drills

Scoring33%

Precision19%

Dispersion13%

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Land Ball 2–3 Feet From Pin

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

Short Game~26 min17 HCP8 drills

Scoring31%

Accuracy28%

Precision11%

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Visualize the perfect mixed shot, then make it happen

Match plan to shot, for a 28-handicap player, ~20 minutes.

Short Game~26 min27 HCP8 drills

Scoring44%

Distance Control33%

Visualization22%

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Turn Chips into Birdie Chances

Save par clutch, for a 23-handicap player, ~20 minutes.

Short Game~26 min23 HCP3 drills

Scoring42%

Distance Control20%

Accuracy10%

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Sand 10–25 Yds

Save par consistently, for a 14-handicap player, ~15 minutes.

Short Game~26 min14 HCP4 drills

Scoring32%

Aim18%

Accuracy17%

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Save Par from Fringe

Beat streaks, for a 25-handicap player, ~20 minutes.

Short Game~26 min24 HCP7 drills

Scoring39%

Accuracy23%

Aim7%

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Precision Mid-Irons

Precision mid-irons, for a 1-handicap player, ~10 minutes.

Driving Range~31 min0 HCP6 drills

Scoring28%

Distance Control18%

Precision15%

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3-Wood Accuracy Advanced

Precision 3-wood shots, for a 1-handicap player, ~10 minutes.

Driving Range30-31 min0 HCP7 drills

Scoring29%

Precision18%

Distance Control13%

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Hit the green with the perfect flight

Perfect mid iron flight, for a 26-handicap player, ~20 minutes.

Driving Range~31 min26 HCP6 drills

Trajectory23%

Scoring21%

Precision17%

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Mid-Iron Distance Control 150–180 Yards

Improve accuracy, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.

Driving Range~31 min35 HCP6 drills

Precision25%

Mechanics15%

Aim15%

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Precision 3-Wood Shots

Maximize control, for a 1-handicap player, ~10 minutes.

Driving Range30-31 min0 HCP5 drills

Scoring33%

Precision18%

Distance Control12%

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FAQ

Frequently Asked Questions about Delano (Alternate Tees)

Get answers to common questions about playing Delano (Alternate Tees) and what to expect.

How difficult is Delano (Alternate Tees) for mid-handicap golfers?

Players often find Delano (Alternate Tees) technically exacting. The 120 slope rating keeps it accessible for developing players. The course rating of 70 reflects on scoring relative to par 64.

What tees should a 15 handicap play at Delano (Alternate Tees)?

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 Delano (Alternate Tees)?

With a course rating of 70 and par 64, a mid-handicap golfer would typically score in the mid to high 80s. Stronger players aiming to break 64 must manage approach shots and avoid penalty strokes.

How long is Delano (Alternate Tees) and how does yardage affect play?

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

What type of course is Delano (Alternate Tees) 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 Delano (Alternate Tees) 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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