Practice Programs
We studied this course layout and mapped exact drills around stroke index, handicap index and distances. Practice like you know Desert Aire.
Total Programs
17
17 complete programs built for this course
Unique Drills
90
Total unique drills across all programs
Skill Pillars
11
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
We've mapped a comprehensive practice profile for Desert Aire, 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 5 putts in a row, one-handed through the ball gate.
Hit 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.
Work only on takeaway using wedges only. Hit one bucket of ~50 balls.
Hit two buckets of balls (avg. bucket is 40 balls) from the sloped rough grass; one bucket from the uphill slope and one bucket from the downhill slope.
Hit two buckets of balls (avg. bucket is 40 balls) from the sloped rough grass; one bucket with balls above feet level, and one bucket with balls below feet level.
Hit two buckets of balls (avg. bucket is 40 balls) from the sloped deep rough and other extreme grass types; one bucket from the uphill slope and one bucket from the downhill slope.
Everything you need to know about Desert Aire.
Phone
+44 (0)1250 872622
Fax
+44 (0) 1250 872622
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Desert Aire Owners Association manages the Desert Aire community in central Washington, encompassing a golf course, an airport, and related amenities. The organization supports residents and visitors with recreational facilities, governance documents, and community events, highlighting a destination for living, playing, and exploring along the Columbia River. Its website references the DAOA, the golf course, and the associated real estate and amenities in Mattawa, WA. The community emphasizes outdoor activities and family-friendly offerings in a dry, warm climate near the Cascade Mountains.
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Holes
18
Par
72
Type
Parkland
Architect
Jim Krause
Opened
1972
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Drill Library
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Free eBook
Curated selection of drills based on Desert Aire hole-by-hole data.
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Free eBook
Curated selection of drills based on Desert Aire hole-by-hole data.
Available immediately. No cost. Download link + Email Delivery
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Free eBook
Curated selection of drills based on Desert Aire hole-by-hole data.
Available immediately. No cost. Download link + Email Delivery
"I agree to the privacy policy and terms of service." My rewards.
Free eBook
Curated selection of drills based on Desert Aire hole-by-hole data.
Available immediately. No cost. Download link + Email Delivery
"I agree to the privacy policy and terms of service." My rewards.
Free eBook
Curated selection of drills based on Desert Aire hole-by-hole data.
Available immediately. No cost. Download link + Email Delivery
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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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% match to course practice profilePractice line and speed, for a 3-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Read long breaks, for a 1-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
A complete and progressive long-term development curriculum mapped from easier to harder drills, specifically for Desert Aire. Start with the basics and work your way towards more challenging drills. Commit to 14 weeks of training and get in proper shape. Four days counts as a week.
Full 55 days 75 page practice program designed specifically around this course hole by hole data.
Putting · 9 ft (3m) only
Hole All 9 Ft Putts
Difficulty: Expert · Program HCP 2.0
Putting · Long (20+ ft)
Sink Long Putts Precisely
Difficulty: Expert · Program HCP 0.0
Short Game · Chip
Chip 5–15 Yds From Fringe
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Short Game · Bump'n'Run
Can you land every Bump'n'Run inside 2 feet?
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 25.0
Short Game · Bump'n'Run
Thread the gap: precision Bump'n'Runs to a tight pin
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 25.0
Short Game · Chip
Pick Line and Commit
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 24.0
Driving Range · Woods (Hy,5W,3W)
3-Wood Dispersion Control For Beginners
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Driving Range · Wedges (LW,SW,GW,PW)
Control Wedge Roll
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Driving Range · Wedges (LW,SW,GW,PW)
Feet, hips, shoulders—consistent contact
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
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Get StartedVisualize perfect chip, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Dial in aim, for a 24-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Control roll, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Perfect wedge swing, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Challenge limits, for a 25-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Chip through gate, for a 24-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Land inside 2 feet, for a 25-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Visualize the line, for a 24-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
See landing and roll, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Chip to the green, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Consistent mid iron length, for a 6-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Precision short irons, for a 1-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
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Get StartedControl 3-wood dispersion, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Advanced accuracy, for a 1-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Advanced accuracy, for a 1-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
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FAQ
Get answers to common questions about playing Desert Aire and what to expect.
Desert Aire presents a demanding test. This slope level makes it manageable compared to championship venues. 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.
Stretching to 6500 yards from the back tees, it does not overwhelm length but rewards accuracy.
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.
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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