Practice Programs

Complete Golf Practice Blueprint for Glades Golf & Country Club

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Naples, Florida, United States of America

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Total Programs

15 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 , 7 days , 8 days , 9 days

AccuracyAimAlignmentDispersionDistance ControlGreen Reading+6 more

Pines Practice Profile

We've mapped a comprehensive practice profile for Pines, 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 32%Distance Control 25%Precision 16%Aim 13%Accuracy 12%

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.

Average HCP

8.4

Minimum HCP

27.6

Maximum HCP

Top Drills

Featured Drills for Pines

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

Putting18 min

Putting Aid: String Line, 50 in a Row

Make 50 putts in a row, underneath the hanging string line.

Short Game26 min

Pitch | Perpendicular Piles | Quadrants

Up to 5 players compete to stop a pitch shot inside the quadrant(s). The player with the most points wins the challenge. One bucket of balls per player is needed.

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.

Driving Range31 min

Long irons (4,3,2) | 9 Targets

Hit 5 balls to each target using long irons only. Hit one bucket of ~50 balls. Count total number of successful shots.

Driving Range31 min

Long irons (4,3,2) | PAR 3 Challenge

Complete the PAR 3 Challenge using long irons only. Hit one bucket of ~50 balls.

Putting30 min

Putting Aid: Plane Board, Ball Gate, 50 in a Row

Make 50 putts in a row through the ball gate, using plane board.

Course Details

Everything you need to know about Pines.

Contact Information

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Phone

+44 (0)1250 872622

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Fax

+44 (0) 1250 872622

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joe@gladescc.com

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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

174 Teryl Road

Course Description

The Glades Golf & Country Club is a well-established private community in Naples, Florida, offering a top-tier golf and lifestyle experience. The club features 36 holes of golf set among mature Old-Florida landscaping, with options to ride or walk the courses, plus a range of amenities including a nationally recognized pickleball complex, Har-Tru tennis courts, bocce, and multiple pools across a 200-acre property. Members enjoy a vibrant social calendar and diverse recreation, making it a premier value among Naples' golf and country club offerings. The club emphasizes an active, welcoming lifestyle with well-maintained facilities and community events.

golf community • pickleball complex • har-tru tennis • bocce courts • residential amenities • active lifestyle • naples florida • private country club • golf courses • community events • sport and recreation • waterfront lifestyle • paddle sports • year-round climate • multiple pools • professional tennis • golfing among old florida landscaping • family-friendly club • amenities driven lifestyle

Course Information

Holes

Par

Type

Parkland

Architect

Robert E. Cupp

Opened

1969

Google Reviews

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⭐4.6(139 reviews)

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Programs

Skill-Based Practice Programs for Pines

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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Aim To Hit Center Every Time

Control pace on every putt, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.

Putting18-30 min17 HCP3 drills

Aim32%

Stroke28%

Alignment23%

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Hit Cup More Often Precisely

Execute with focus, for a 4-handicap player, ~10 minutes.

Putting18-24 min3 HCP4 drills

Precision37%

Scoring33%

Green Reading11%

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Can you land every Bump'n'Run inside 2 feet?

Dial in touch, for a 26-handicap player, ~20 minutes.

Short Game~26 min26 HCP8 drills

Scoring33%

Accuracy30%

Aim14%

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Escape Every Bunker Successfully

Escape successfully, for a 5-handicap player, ~10 minutes.

Short Game~26 min5 HCP7 drills

Distance Control31%

Precision15%

Dispersion13%

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13 Week Flagship Program for Pines

A complete and progressive long-term development curriculum mapped from easier to harder drills, specifically for Pines. 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≤ 4 days

Putting · 9 ft (3m) only

Hit Cup More Often Precisely

Difficulty: Expert · Program HCP 3.0

Weeks 2–3≤ 4 days

Short Game · Flop

Flop 15–25 Yds From Sand Or Tight Lie

Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0

Weeks 3–5≤ 7 days

Short Game · Bump'n'Run

Can you land every Bump'n'Run inside 2 feet?

Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 26.0

Weeks 5–6≤ 4 days

Short Game · Chip

Can you match your plan to your shot?

Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 17.0

Weeks 6–8≤ 7 days

Short Game · Pitch

Can you stop the ball close from 30 yards?

Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 15.0

Weeks 9–10≤ 7 days

Driving Range · Long irons (4,3,2)

Control Long Iron Flight

Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0

Weeks 10–12≤ 7 days

Driving Range · Wedges (LW,SW,GW,PW)

Feel the distance: control wedge rollout

Difficulty: Advanced · Program HCP 9.0

Weeks 12–13≤ 5 days

Driving Range · Long irons (4,3,2)

Feel the yardage: control long iron distance

Difficulty: Advanced · Program HCP 7.0

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Control Long Iron Flight

Eliminate hooks, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.

Driving Range~31 min35 HCP7 drills

Precision33%

Mechanics19%

Aim16%

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Precision Short Irons

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

Driving Range30-31 min0 HCP7 drills

Scoring33%

Precision19%

Dispersion13%

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Can you stop the ball close from 30 yards?

Feel the distance, for a 15-handicap player, ~15 minutes.

Short Game~26 min15 HCP9 drills

Distance Control36%

Accuracy14%

Scoring14%

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Flop 15–25 Yds From Sand Or Tight Lie

Avoid big numbers, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.

Short Game~26 min35 HCP4 drills

Alignment28%

Scoring23%

Aim20%

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Can you match your plan to your shot?

Match plan to shot, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.

Short Game~26 min17 HCP4 drills

Scoring45%

Accuracy30%

Visualization25%

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

Thread the gap, for a 16-handicap player, ~15 minutes.

Short Game~26 min15 HCP9 drills

Precision29%

Distance Control27%

Dispersion13%

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Land 2 Feet From Hole

Short game from tough lies, for a 1-handicap player, ~10 minutes.

Short Game~26 min0 HCP3 drills

Scoring50%

Distance Control32%

Visualization18%

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Master the art of length: no more short or over drives

Reach target zones, for a 6-handicap player, ~10 minutes.

Driving Range~31 min6 HCP3 drills

Distance Control35%

Scoring23%

Trajectory22%

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Feel the yardage: control long iron distance

Consistent long iron rollout, for a 7-handicap player, ~10 minutes.

Driving Range~31 min7 HCP5 drills

Distance Control38%

Scoring24%

Trajectory13%

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Long Iron Accuracy Advanced

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

Driving Range30-31 min0 HCP8 drills

Scoring32%

Precision16%

Distance Control14%

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Feel the distance: control wedge rollout

Consistent wedge length, for a 9-handicap player, ~10 minutes.

Driving Range30-43 min9 HCP8 drills

Distance Control39%

Scoring30%

Accuracy14%

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Prepare for Tournaments at Pines

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

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FAQ

Frequently Asked Questions about Pines

Get answers to common questions about playing Pines and what to expect.

How difficult is Pines for mid-handicap golfers?

From a scoring perspective, Pines challenges consistency. This slope level makes it manageable compared to championship venues. The course rating of 70 reflects on scoring relative to par 70.

What tees should a 15 handicap play at Pines?

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 Pines?

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

How long is Pines and how does yardage affect play?

Stretching to 6500 yards from the back tees, it does not overwhelm length but rewards accuracy.

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

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.

What features make Pines 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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