Practice Programs
We studied this course layout and mapped exact drills around stroke index, handicap index and distances. Practice like you know Old.
Total Programs
14
14 complete programs built for this course
Unique Drills
93
Total unique drills across all programs
Skill Pillars
11
Accuracy · Aim · Alignment · Dispersion · Distance Control · Mechanics
Session Durations
7
3 days , 4 days , 5 days , 6 days , 7 days , 8 days , 9 days
We've mapped a comprehensive practice profile for Old, 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 10 out of 20 putts, underneath the hanging string line.
Up to 5 players play easy-difficulty 9 hole ‘PAR 2’ DIY course. Best final score wins.
Curve the ball around the alignment stick using using mid irons only. Hit one bucket of ~50 balls.
Make 10 out of 20 putts through the ball gate, using plane board.
Make 10 out of 20 putts over the chalk starting line.
Make 10 out of 20 putts using an alignment mirror.
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Route du Golf
Golf et Tennis Club de Valescure is a historic golf and tennis association based in Saint-Raphaël, France. Established in 1895 by British aristocrats, it operates the oldest golf course in the Var region and is renowned for its Colt-designed 18-hole layout with a par of 68 and challenging, narrow fairways. The club also features a ProShop, club house, and guest facilities, and has been managed by UGolf since 2024. It hosts national and international competitions and offers teaching and junior programs alongside tennis activities.
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Holes
18
Par
68
Type
Parkland
Architect
Harry Shapland Colt
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Drill Library
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Curated selection of drills based on Old hole-by-hole data.
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Curated selection of drills based on Old hole-by-hole data.
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Curated selection of drills based on Old hole-by-hole data.
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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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Showing 14 Programs
% match to course practice profileCommit to the aim, for a 11-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Pick a specific spot, for a 11-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
A complete and progressive long-term development curriculum mapped from easier to harder drills, specifically for Old. 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 61 days 83 page practice program designed specifically around this course hole by hole data.
Putting · 6 ft (2m) only
Hit Target Line On All Shots
Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 11.0
Putting · 9 ft (3m) only
Reduce Missed Putts Consistently
Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 11.0
Short Game · Mixed
Short Game 5–20 Yds From Fringe Or Rough
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 31.0
Short Game · Pitch
Feet, hips, shoulders—are you set up for success?
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 24.0
Driving Range · Long irons (4,3,2)
Eliminate Hook With Long Irons
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 · Short irons (9,8)
Thread the gap: precision short irons to the pin
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Driving Range · Woods (Hy,5W,3W)
Control the height: launch it high or low as needed
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 22.0
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Work together for contact, for a 31-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Get square for strike, for a 24-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Control distance 150-180, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Perfect woods arc, for a 22-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Keep near hole, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
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Get StartedChip from rough, for a 17-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Save par clutch, for a 8-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Feel the green, for a 13-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Eliminate hooks, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Control distance, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Avoid bunkers with short irons, for a 1-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Get close to pin, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
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10/9/2026
FAQ
Get answers to common questions about playing Old and what to expect.
Old 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 68.
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 68, a mid-handicap golfer would typically score in the mid to high 80s. Stronger players aiming to break 68 must manage approach shots and avoid penalty strokes.
Measuring 6500 yards at maximum length, scoring depends more on placement than raw power.
Old 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.
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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