25% match
For Blue tees
Control pace on every putt, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Putting18-30 min17 HCP3 drills
Aim32%
Stroke28%
Alignment23%
Practice Programs
Complete Golf Practice Blueprint for Glen Dornoch Waterway Golf Links
Discover tailored practice programs for this course.
Total Programs
46
46 complete programs built for this course
Unique Drills
193
Total unique drills across all programs
Skill Pillars
12
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
AccuracyAimAlignmentDispersionDistance ControlGreen Reading+6 more
Glen Dornoch Waterway Golf Links Practice Profile
We've mapped a comprehensive practice profile for Glen Dornoch Waterway Golf Links, 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 26%Distance Control 24%Accuracy 18%Aim 16%Dispersion 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.
18.1
Average HCP
9.8
Minimum HCP
31.2
Maximum HCP
Top Drills
Featured Drills for Glen Dornoch Waterway Golf Links
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
Chip | Rough | Above/Below Feet
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.
Driving Range31 min
Wedges (LW to PW) | Quadrants
Hit 12 balls to each quadrant using wedges only. Hit one bucket of ~50 balls. Count total number of successful shots.
Short Game26 min
Chip | Parallel Piles | Bullseye 2x
Up to 5 players compete to stop a chip shot in the bullseye. The best final score relative to PAR wins the challenge. One bucket of balls per player is needed.
Short Game26 min
Chip | Parallel Ball Lines | Quadrants
Up to 5 players compete to stop a chip shot inside the quadrant(s). The player with the most points at the end wins the challenge. 25 balls per player are needed.
Driving Range43 min
All Wedges (LW to PW) | Weaknesses Discovery
Discover weaknesses amongst wedges shots and clubs to avoid in critical situations. Hit one bucket of ~50 balls.
Course Details
Everything you need to know about Glen Dornoch Waterway Golf Links.
Contact Information
📞
Phone
+44 (0)1250 872622
📠
Fax
+44 (0) 1250 872622
✉️Email
jason@glensgolfgroup.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
Glen Dornoch Way, Little River, SC 29566, USA
Course Description
The Glens Golf Group operates a collection of golf courses and related accommodations in the Myrtle Beach area, featuring Glen Dornoch and Shaftesbury Glen. They offer stay-and-play golf vacations, golf villa rentals, and tee-time bookings, serving golfers looking for a resort-style experience with convenient access to top local courses. The organization has long served Myrtle Beach area golfers with course information, reservations, and stay-and-play packages, including accommodations and golf access.
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Course Information
Holes
18
Par
72
Type
Parkland
Architect
Clyde Johnston/Brad Bartell
Opened
1997
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⭐4.2(617 reviews)
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Scorecard
Course Scorecard & Tee Insights
Toggle the colour-coded tees to reveal hole-by-hole pars, handicaps, yardages, and gender-specific ratings for Glen Dornoch Waterway Golf Links, all within a single responsive scorecard.
Scorecard data available for Blue
Men's Tees
Women's Tees
Tee Insight:This course tests iron precision across packed par fours while par fives tempt risks with bogey pitfalls nearby. Back nine amps decision pressure through tougher feel.
B
Blue Tee
Gender: MalePar 726408 yards5859 metersCR 71.6Bogey 98.2Slope 143
Gender: Male
Front Nine · CR 35.6 · BR 48.8 · Slope 142
Back Nine · CR 36.0 · BR 49.4 · Slope 144
| Hole | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | IN | 10 | 11 | 12 | 13 | 14 | 15 | 16 | 17 | 18 | OUT | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Par | 4 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 5 | 4 | 3 | 5 | 4 | 36 | 5 | 4 | 4 | 5 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 36 | 72 |
| Handicap | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| Yardage | 308 | 342 | 285 | 155 | 543 | 394 | 176 | 540 | 415 | 3158 | 508 | 365 | 335 | 499 | 161 | 360 | 413 | 182 | 427 | 3250 | 6408 |
G
Gold Tee
Gender: FemalePar 725477 yards5008 metersCR 73.1Bogey 106.5Slope 142
Gender: Female
Front Nine · CR 36.7 · BR 53.4 · Slope 142
Back Nine · CR 36.4 · BR 53.1 · Slope 142
| Hole | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | IN | 10 | 11 | 12 | 13 | 14 | 15 | 16 | 17 | 18 | OUT | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Par | 4 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 5 | 4 | 3 | 5 | 4 | 36 | 5 | 4 | 4 | 5 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 36 | 72 |
| Handicap | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| Yardage | 264 | 312 | 250 | 128 | 477 | 336 | 148 | 503 | 381 | 2799 | 438 | 329 | 317 | 458 | 133 | 292 | 348 | 111 | 252 | 2678 | 5477 |
R
Red Tee
Gender: FemalePar 724884 yards4466 metersCR 70.0Bogey 99.7Slope 126
Gender: Female
Front Nine · CR 34.9 · BR 49.8 · Slope 126
Back Nine · CR 35.1 · BR 49.9 · Slope 126
| Hole | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | IN | 10 | 11 | 12 | 13 | 14 | 15 | 16 | 17 | 18 | OUT | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Par | 4 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 5 | 4 | 3 | 5 | 4 | 36 | 5 | 4 | 4 | 5 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 36 | 72 |
| Handicap | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| Yardage | 250 | 279 | 225 | 117 | 434 | 302 | 123 | 413 | 312 | 2455 | 412 | 306 | 260 | 404 | 82 | 283 | 332 | 103 | 247 | 2429 | 4884 |
Programs
Skill-Based Practice Programs for Glen Dornoch Waterway Golf Links
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 46 Programs
% match to course practice profile57% match
For Blue tees
Eliminate Three-Putts
Putting15-27 min17 HCP4 drills
Distance Control35%
Visualization25%
Dispersion23%
Unlock Your Golf Potential
Get personalized coaching and custom training programs tailored to your game.
Get Started74% match
For Blue tees
Land 2 feet away, for a 5-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Short Game~26 min4 HCP6 drills
Distance Control22%
Dispersion19%
Precision16%
73% match
For Blue tees
Save par consistently, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min17 HCP9 drills
Scoring25%
Precision15%
Aim15%
13 Week Flagship Program for Glen Dornoch Waterway Golf Links
A complete and progressive long-term development curriculum mapped from easier to harder drills, specifically for Glen Dornoch Waterway Golf Links. 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 1–3≤ 6 days
Short Game · Chip
Avoid Three-Putts
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Weeks 3–5≤ 7 days
Driving Range · Woods (Hy,5W,3W)
Hit the fairway with the perfect arc
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 22.0
Weeks 5–6≤ 4 days
Putting · Long (20+ ft)
Eliminate Three-Putts
Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 17.0
Weeks 6–8≤ 7 days
Short Game · Chip
Chip 5–15 Yds From Fringe
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Weeks 8–9≤ 4 days
Driving Range · Wedges (LW,SW,GW,PW)
Challenge: eliminate off-target wedge shots
Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 17.0
Weeks 9–10≤ 4 days
Putting · Long (20+ ft)
Hit Every Long Putt
Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 17.0
Weeks 10–12≤ 7 days
Short Game · Chip
Chip 5–15 Yds From Fringe
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Weeks 12–13≤ 4 days
Driving Range · Wedges (LW,SW,GW,PW)
Challenge: eliminate off-target wedge shots
Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 17.0
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57% match
For Blue tees
Keep within 2 yards, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Driving Range30-43 min17 HCP4 drills
Scoring34%
Dispersion33%
Precision17%
47% match
For Blue tees
Fade or draw woods, for a 22-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Driving Range~31 min22 HCP9 drills
Trajectory24%
Precision20%
Scoring19%
64% match
For Blue tees
Stick flops to green, for a 16-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min16 HCP7 drills
Accuracy21%
Scoring20%
Distance Control16%
56% match
For Blue tees
Make Every 20+ Ft Putt
Putting~18 min0 HCP6 drills
Distance Control31%
Visualization31%
Dispersion22%
66% match
For Blue tees
Check setup, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Short Game~26 min35 HCP9 drills
Alignment25%
Aim21%
Distance Control18%
78% match
For Blue tees
Save par clutch, for a 17-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min17 HCP5 drills
Scoring25%
Accuracy21%
Dispersion13%
61% match
For Blue tees
Hit intended line, for a 2-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Short Game~26 min1 HCP5 drills
Aim29%
Distance Control19%
Precision18%
70% match
For Blue tees
Vary landing spot, for a 24-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Short Game~26 min23 HCP9 drills
Distance Control35%
Aim15%
Dispersion13%
56% match
For Blue tees
Hit intended line, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Short Game~26 min34 HCP5 drills
Aim34%
Scoring20%
Alignment20%
56% match
For Blue tees
Pitch close, for a 15-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min14 HCP3 drills
Accuracy34%
Scoring30%
Visualization16%
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Get Started76% match
For Blue tees
Stop on a dime, for a 4-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Short Game~26 min3 HCP9 drills
Distance Control18%
Aim18%
Scoring18%
70% match
For Blue tees
Stop on a dime, for a 21-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Short Game~26 min21 HCP9 drills
Distance Control28%
Accuracy18%
Alignment15%
43% match
For Gold tees
Align eyes over the ball, for a 10-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Putting15-30 min9 HCP4 drills
Aim36%
Stroke21%
Scoring17%
58% match
For Gold tees
Avoid big numbers, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Short Game~26 min35 HCP7 drills
Alignment28%
Aim19%
Scoring19%
52% match
For Gold tees
Short game from tough lies, for a 1-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Short Game~26 min0 HCP9 drills
Scoring47%
Distance Control28%
Visualization21%
63% match
For Gold tees
Land near the pin, for a 17-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min17 HCP5 drills
Distance Control28%
Scoring16%
Precision12%
79% match
For Gold tees
Consistent mid iron length, for a 13-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Driving Range30-31 min12 HCP7 drills
Distance Control31%
Scoring22%
Trajectory15%
58% match
For Gold tees
Keep within 2 yards, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Driving Range30-43 min17 HCP4 drills
Scoring34%
Dispersion33%
Precision17%
70% match
For Gold tees
Stop on a dime, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Short Game~26 min35 HCP8 drills
Distance Control27%
Alignment19%
Aim16%
65% match
For Gold tees
Avoid 3-putt, for a 17-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min17 HCP6 drills
Accuracy28%
Scoring19%
Distance Control16%
61% match
For Gold tees
Hit intended line, for a 2-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Short Game~26 min1 HCP5 drills
Aim29%
Distance Control19%
Precision18%
66% match
For Gold tees
Avoid 3-Putt: Chip Inside Circle
Short Game~26 min20 HCP6 drills
Accuracy30%
Distance Control21%
Scoring18%
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Get Started85% match
For Gold tees
Save par clutch, for a 26-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Short Game~26 min26 HCP6 drills
Scoring27%
Aim19%
Distance Control18%
53% match
For Gold tees
Turn into birdies, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Short Game~26 min34 HCP3 drills
Scoring35%
Aim30%
Alignment27%
58% match
For Gold tees
Stop within 2 feet, for a 15-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min14 HCP3 drills
Accuracy35%
Scoring31%
Visualization16%
67% match
For Gold tees
Vary landing spot, for a 4-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Short Game~26 min4 HCP9 drills
Distance Control22%
Precision20%
Aim18%
59% match
For Gold tees
Leave inside 5 feet, for a 16-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min15 HCP5 drills
Accuracy36%
Distance Control21%
Scoring18%
66% match
For Gold tees
Turn into birdies, for a 29-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Short Game~26 min28 HCP8 drills
Scoring34%
Aim21%
Alignment19%
48% match
For Red tees
Work together for contact, for a 29-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Short Game~26 min29 HCP3 drills
Scoring33%
Alignment30%
Precision15%
45% match
For Red tees
Match plan to shot, for a 15-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min15 HCP4 drills
Scoring45%
Accuracy31%
Visualization25%
67% match
For Red tees
Thread the gap, for a 27-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Short Game~26 min27 HCP9 drills
Precision27%
Distance Control24%
Scoring17%
58% match
For Red tees
Eliminate off-target wedges, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Driving Range30-43 min17 HCP4 drills
Scoring34%
Dispersion33%
Precision17%
53% match
For Red tees
Keep within 8 yards, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Driving Range~31 min17 HCP5 drills
Dispersion33%
Precision17%
Scoring16%
57% match
For Red tees
Hit Every Long Putt
Putting15-27 min17 HCP4 drills
Distance Control35%
Visualization25%
Dispersion23%
Unlock Your Golf Potential
Get personalized coaching and custom training programs tailored to your game.
Get Started60% match
For Red tees
Sink All Long Putts
Putting~18 min0 HCP3 drills
Visualization32%
Accuracy20%
Dispersion20%
61% match
For Red tees
Avoid Three-Putts
Short Game23-26 min35 HCP6 drills
Precision25%
Distance Control25%
Scoring19%
72% match
For Red tees
Chip through gate, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min17 HCP9 drills
Aim15%
Distance Control15%
Precision15%
61% match
For Red tees
Chip through gate, for a 2-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Short Game~26 min1 HCP5 drills
Aim29%
Distance Control19%
Precision18%
63% match
For Red tees
Pick landing spot, for a 21-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Short Game~26 min21 HCP9 drills
Accuracy33%
Alignment18%
Distance Control18%
60% match
For Red tees
Vary landing spot, for a 23-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Short Game~26 min23 HCP6 drills
Distance Control36%
Alignment17%
Accuracy15%
55% match
For Red tees
Pick line and commit, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Short Game~26 min34 HCP5 drills
Aim30%
Scoring27%
Alignment24%
71% match
For Red tees
Feel the green, for a 17-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min16 HCP9 drills
Distance Control32%
Accuracy15%
Aim13%
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FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions about Glen Dornoch Waterway Golf Links
Get answers to common questions about playing Glen Dornoch Waterway Golf Links and what to expect.
How difficult is Glen Dornoch Waterway Golf Links for mid-handicap golfers?
Players often find Glen Dornoch Waterway Golf Links technically exacting. With a slope rating of 143.0, it ranks as highly challenging for mid-handicap golfers. The course rating of 71.6 reflects on scoring relative to par 72.
What tees should a 15 handicap play at Glen Dornoch Waterway Golf Links?
A 15 handicap golfer should consider tees closer to 5646 yards. The back tees extend to 6408.0 yards, which makes approach shots longer and scoring more challenging.
What is considered a good score at Glen Dornoch Waterway Golf Links?
With a course rating of 71.6 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 Glen Dornoch Waterway Golf Links and how does yardage affect play?
Measuring 6408.0 yards at maximum length, scoring depends more on placement than raw power.
What type of course is Glen Dornoch Waterway Golf Links and how should I play it?
Glen Dornoch Waterway Golf Links 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 Glen Dornoch Waterway Golf Links strategically challenging?
The combination of a slope rating of 143.0 and yardage reaching 6408.0 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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