Practice uphill and downhill putts, for a 1-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Practice Programs
Complete Golf Practice Blueprint for Golf de Barbaroux
Discover tailored practice programs for this course.
Total Programs
17
17 complete programs built for this course
Unique Drills
70
Total unique drills across all programs
Skill Pillars
10
Accuracy · Aim · Alignment · Dispersion · Distance Control · Precision
Session Durations
6
3 days , 4 days , 5 days , 7 days , 8 days , 9 days
Barbaroux Practice Profile
We've mapped a comprehensive practice profile for Barbaroux, 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
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.
Top Drills
Featured Drills for Barbaroux
Most-used drills from for this course. Practice as standalone drills or scroll down for full programs.
Stop the Ball: Inside the Field, Eyes Closed [Long]
Stop the ball inside all five fields - with your eyes closed - to complete the challenge.
DIY Course Easy
Make a DIY 9 hole easy-difficulty course. Every hole is PAR 2. Count the score.
Driver | Dispersion Corridors
Hit 15 balls to each dispersion corridor using driver only. Hit one bucket of ~50 balls. Count total number of successful shots.
Chip | Perpendicular Ball Lines | Multiple Targets
Align a bucket of balls (avg. bucket is 40 balls) into 2 perpendicular lines 20 balls per line and stop chip shots close to multiple targets. Count the number of successes.
Driver | Left-to-R and Right-to-L Shot
Produce left-to-right and right-to-left shots using driver only. Hit one bucket of ~50 balls.
Woods (Hy to 3W) | Left-to-R and Right-to-L Shot
Produce left-to-right and right-to-left shots using woods only. Hit one bucket of ~50 balls.
Course Details
Everything you need to know about Barbaroux.
Contact Information
Phone
+44 (0)1250 872622
Fax
+44 (0) 1250 872622
contact@barbaroux.com
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Facilities
Location
Route de Cabasse
Course Description
Au cœur de la Provence, à deux pas de la Côte d'Azur, dans un fabuleux paysage boisé de 87 hectares, venez découvrir l'un des plus prestigieux parcours européens.Le golf de BARBAROUX, réalisé dans la plus pure tradition américaine par les architectes Pete Dye et PB Dye fait de chaque espace, chaque plan d'eau, une véritable ode à la créativité, alliant l'amour de la nature à la fantaisie technique.Barbaroux, c'est aussi :•Un hôtel de 52 chambres avec piscine, tennis et terrain de pétanque • Un spa espace bien être et une salle de fitness • Un restaurant traditionnel « Les Terrasses du Golf » ouvert tous les soirs de 19h30 à 21h30• Une brasserie (ouvert tous les midis de 12h00 à 14h30). • Un bar • Une structure séminaires et congrès, entièrement équipée, composée de 3 salles modulables pouvant accueillir jusqu'à 200 personnes.
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Course Information
Holes
18
Par
72
Type
Parkland
Architect
Pete Dye
Opened
1987
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Programs
Skill-Based Practice Programs for Barbaroux
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 17 Programs
% match to course practice profileFocus on alignment, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Unlock Your Golf Potential
Get personalized coaching and custom training programs tailored to your game.
Get StartedMake par, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Stop near the hole, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
11 Week Flagship Program for Barbaroux
A complete and progressive long-term development curriculum mapped from easier to harder drills, specifically for Barbaroux. Start with the basics and work your way towards more challenging drills. Commit to 11 weeks of training and get in proper shape. Four days counts as a week.
Putting · 3 ft (1m) only
Aim To Hit Center Every Time
Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 17.0
Putting · Long (20+ ft)
Make Every 20+ Ft Putt
Difficulty: Expert · Program HCP 0.0
Short Game · Chip
Chip 5–15 Yds From Fringe
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Short Game · Mixed
Keep Ball Near Hole
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Short Game · Chip
Stop Chips Near Hole
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Short Game · Pitch
Check your clubface: does it match your target?
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 26.0
Driving Range · Long irons (4,3,2)
Center of the green: reduce spread on irons
Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 17.0
Driving Range · Driver
Improve Driver Accuracy
Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 17.0
Driving Range · Driver
Keep it in the corridor—hit within 10 yards every time
Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 17.0
Control flight path, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Improve 3-wood accuracy, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Set up for success, for a 26-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Chip from tight lies, for a 2-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Stop near the hole, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Vary landing spot, for a 25-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Turn into birdies, for a 12-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Stop within 2 feet, for a 1-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Reduce driver spread, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Improve accuracy, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Unlock Your Golf Potential
Get personalized coaching and custom training programs tailored to your game.
Get StartedKeep within 8 yards, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Hit close to hole, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Keep within 8 yards, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Prepare for Tournaments at Barbaroux
Follow a complete multi-week structured practice program ahead of the upcoming events and arrive prepared.
No upcoming tournaments at this time.
FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions about Barbaroux
Get answers to common questions about playing Barbaroux and what to expect.
How difficult is Barbaroux for mid-handicap golfers?
Barbaroux is regarded as a strategically complex layout. 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 Barbaroux?
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 Barbaroux?
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 Barbaroux 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 Barbaroux and how should I play it?
Barbaroux 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 Barbaroux 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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