Practice Programs
We studied this course layout and mapped exact drills around stroke index, handicap index and distances. Practice like you know Quicksands.
Total Programs
14
14 complete programs built for this course
Unique Drills
89
Total unique drills across all programs
Skill Pillars
11
Accuracy · Aim · Alignment · Dispersion · Distance Control · Green Reading
Session Durations
5
3 days , 5 days , 6 days , 7 days , 9 days
We've mapped a comprehensive practice profile for Quicksands, 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 50 putts in a row from in between two alignment sticks and through the ball gate.
Up to 5 players compete to stop a bump-n-run shot in the stop zone(s). The player with the most points at the end wins the challenge. One bucket of balls per player is needed.
Produce low/mid/high shots using mid irons only. Hit one bucket of ~50 balls.
Work only on 'impact and follow through' using mid irons only. Hit one bucket of ~50 balls.
Produce straight shots using mid irons only. Hit one bucket of ~50 balls.
Simulate X number of GIR (Green in Regulations) using mid irons only. Hit one bucket of ~50 balls. Count total number of greens hit.
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+44 (0)1250 872622
Fax
+44 (0) 1250 872622
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200 Sands Trail Road
The Sands course at Gamble Sands unfolds along a picturesque sandy ridge overlooking the Columbia River. By design, it delivers a true links golf experience with fine fescue and firm conditions on a scale that perfectly complements the wide-open spaces of central Washington. What golf course designer David McLay Kidd accomplished at Gamble Sands is nothing short of sensational. Gamble Sands is a great place to host your next corporate meeting. Whether it's an intimate summit with the board of directors, an educational seminar, or a company-wide conference for the whole crew, we have you covered.And, with the comfort and convenience of the lodging at The Inn at Gamble Sands, the team is never far apart for those fun-filled team-building activities. Gamble Sands also offers on-site dining, a fitness room, a world-class 18-hole golf course and numerous other outdoor pursuits to keep your attendees comfortable and entertained after you've completed your business discussions!To make reservations, or to learn more, contact Food & Beverage Manager, Natasha Martin at nmartin@gamblesands.com, or call her at (509) 429-9466.
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Holes
32
Par
42
Type
Links
Architect
David McLay Kidd
Opened
2021
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Drill Library
Explore the full on-course drill library built for this venue. Open any drill to review setup, coaching instructions, and target scoring benchmarks.
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Curated selection of drills based on Quicksands hole-by-hole data.
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Free eBook
Curated selection of drills based on Quicksands 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 Quicksands 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 Quicksands 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 Quicksands 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 Quicksands hole-by-hole data.
Available immediately. No cost. Download link + Email Delivery
"I agree to the privacy policy and terms of service." My rewards.
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 profilePerfect aim and stroke, for a 2-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Land 2-3 feet away, for a 16-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
A complete and progressive long-term development curriculum mapped from easier to harder drills, specifically for Quicksands. Start with the basics and work your way towards more challenging drills. Commit to 16 weeks of training and get in proper shape. Four days counts as a week.
Full 64 days 86 page practice program designed specifically around this course hole by hole data.
Putting · 3 ft (1m) only
Focus On Cup Accuracy
Difficulty: Expert · Program HCP 2.0
Short Game · Flop
Land Flop Shots Near Hole
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Short Game · Bump'n'Run
Get your feet, hips, and clubface working together for pure contact
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 29.0
Short Game · Bump'n'Run
Save Par From Fringe
Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 17.0
Short Game · Sand
Sand 10–25 Yds
Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 15.0
Driving Range · Woods (Hy,5W,3W)
3-Wood Dispersion Control For Beginners
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Driving Range · Mid irons (7,6,5)
Improve Mid-Iron Accuracy
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
Driving Range · Long irons (4,3,2)
Improve Long Iron Accuracy
Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 17.0
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Flop from sand, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Control distance 150-180, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Reduce misses, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Visualize perfect sand, for a 12-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Control the rollout distance, for a 17-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Land 2 feet from pin, for a 5-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Stop pitches near hole, for a 5-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
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Get StartedSquare up, for a 29-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Advanced accuracy, for a 1-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Advanced accuracy, for a 1-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Control 3-wood dispersion, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Improve accuracy, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
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FAQ
Get answers to common questions about playing Quicksands and what to expect.
Quicksands 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 42.
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 42, a mid-handicap golfer would typically score in the mid to high 80s. Stronger players aiming to break 42 must manage approach shots and avoid penalty strokes.
Measuring 6500 yards at maximum length, scoring depends more on placement than raw power.
Quicksands is designed as a Links 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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