Practice Programs

Complete Golf Practice Blueprint for Gary Player Country Club

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Total Programs

14 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

AccuracyAimAlignmentDispersionDistance ControlGreen Reading+6 more

Gary Player Practice Profile

We've mapped a comprehensive practice profile for Gary Player, 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 28%Distance Control 23%Accuracy 17%Dispersion 15%Precision 14%

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.

14.6

Average HCP

9.1

Minimum HCP

27.9

Maximum HCP

Top Drills

Featured Drills for Gary Player

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

Putting18 min

Stop the Ball: Circle, in a Row [Long]

Eliminate long distance misses by stopping 5 balls inside the circle, in a row.

Short Game26 min

Pitch | Perpendicular Piles | Bullseye 2x

Align a bucket of balls (avg. bucket is 40 balls) into 10 equal perpendicular piles of 4 balls and stop pitch shots inside the Bullseye. Count the number of balls in the inner and outer Bullseye.

Driving Range31 min

Long irons (4,3,2) | 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 long irons only. Hit one bucket of ~50 balls.

Putting18 min

Stop the Ball: Circle, Eyes Closed [Long]

Stop the ball inside the circle with your eyes closed.

Putting18 min

Stop the Ball: Inside the Field, Eyes Closed [Long]

Stop the ball inside all five fields - with your eyes closed - to complete the challenge.

Putting18 min

Stop the Ball: to the Stick, Eyes Closed [Long]

Stop the ball between the hole and an alignment stick with your eyes closed.

Course Details

Everything you need to know about Gary Player.

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

Sun City Resort

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Course Description

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Course Information

Holes

Par

Type

Parkland

Architect

Gary Player

Opened

1979

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Programs

Skill-Based Practice Programs for Gary Player

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 14 Programs

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Sink All Long Putts

Hit putts with both left and right breaks, for a 1-handicap player, ~10 minutes.

Putting~18 min0 HCP6 drills

Visualization31%

Distance Control31%

Dispersion22%

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Hit Cup From Long Distance

Hit cups from afar, for a 14-handicap player, ~15 minutes.

Putting18-27 min14 HCP5 drills

Dispersion40%

Accuracy30%

Distance Control8%

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Pick a landing spot and stick it—pitching challenge

Pitch close, for a 16-handicap player, ~15 minutes.

Short Game~26 min15 HCP5 drills

Accuracy33%

Distance Control21%

Scoring21%

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Pitch 15–25 Yds From Fringe

Land close to pin, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.

Short Game~26 min34 HCP7 drills

Aim27%

Alignment23%

Scoring23%

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13 Week Flagship Program for Gary Player

A complete and progressive long-term development curriculum mapped from easier to harder drills, specifically for Gary Player. 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.

Weeks 1–2≤ 5 days

Putting · Long (20+ ft)

Hit Cup From Long Distance

Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 14.0

Weeks 2–3≤ 7 days

Short Game · Mixed

Make Par Around the Green

Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0

Weeks 4–5≤ 7 days

Driving Range · Short irons (9,8)

Hit Short Irons Close To Flag

Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0

Weeks 6–7≤ 5 days

Putting · 3 ft (1m) only

Focus Aim For 3 Foot Putts

Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 11.0

Weeks 7–8≤ 7 days

Short Game · Pitch

Pitch 15–25 Yds From Fringe

Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 34.0

Week 9≤ 4 days

Driving Range · Long irons (4,3,2)

Long Iron Accuracy Advanced

Difficulty: Expert · Program HCP 0.0

Weeks 10–11≤ 6 days

Putting · Long (20+ ft)

Sink All Long Putts

Difficulty: Expert · Program HCP 0.0

Weeks 11–12≤ 4 days

Short Game · Bump'n'Run

Save Par from Fringe

Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 26.0

Weeks 12–13≤ 4 days

Driving Range · Mid irons (7,6,5)

Mid-Iron Accuracy Advanced

Difficulty: Expert · Program HCP 0.0

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Long Iron Accuracy Advanced

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

Driving Range~31 min0 HCP4 drills

Distance Control29%

Scoring21%

Dispersion19%

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Hit Short Irons Close To Flag

Control flight, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.

Driving Range~31 min35 HCP8 drills

Precision32%

Mechanics23%

Trajectory17%

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Focus Aim For 3 Foot Putts

Align eyes over the ball, for a 11-handicap player, ~15 minutes.

Putting15-30 min11 HCP5 drills

Aim36%

Stroke17%

Alignment14%

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Stick Chip Close To Hole

Land close to pin, for a 17-handicap player, ~15 minutes.

Short Game~26 min17 HCP8 drills

Distance Control19%

Precision16%

Accuracy15%

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How close can you get from a tough lie? Precision test

Thread the gap, for a 13-handicap player, ~15 minutes.

Short Game~26 min12 HCP7 drills

Precision30%

Aim22%

Distance Control20%

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Make Par Around the Green

Keep near hole, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.

Short Game~26 min35 HCP7 drills

Scoring45%

Distance Control34%

Visualization22%

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Save Par from Fringe

Save par, for a 26-handicap player, ~20 minutes.

Short Game~26 min26 HCP4 drills

Scoring35%

Accuracy22%

Alignment16%

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Wedge Accuracy Advanced

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

Driving Range30-43 min0 HCP8 drills

Scoring33%

Distance Control27%

Accuracy16%

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Mid-Iron Accuracy Advanced

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

Driving Range~31 min0 HCP4 drills

Distance Control30%

Scoring20%

Accuracy19%

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Short Iron Accuracy Advanced

Advanced accuracy, for a 0-handicap player, ~10 minutes.

Driving Range30-31 minUnknown HCP3 drills

Scoring41%

Precision23%

Dispersion17%

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2026

Prepare for Tournaments at Gary Player

Follow a complete multi-week structured practice program ahead of the upcoming events and arrive prepared.

South Africa

Nedbank Junior Challenge Championship

7/20/2026

Stroke

WAGR

Junior

men

Open for registration

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FAQ

Frequently Asked Questions about Gary Player

Get answers to common questions about playing Gary Player and what to expect.

How difficult is Gary Player for mid-handicap golfers?

Gary Player 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.

What tees should a 15 handicap play at Gary Player?

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 Gary Player?

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 Gary Player and how does yardage affect play?

Measuring 6500 yards at maximum length, scoring depends more on placement than raw power.

What type of course is Gary Player and how should I play it?

Gary Player 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.

What features make Gary Player 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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