Stop 2 feet away, for a 2-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Practice Programs
Complete Golf Practice Blueprint for Golf du Touquet
Discover tailored practice programs for this course.
Total Programs
14
14 complete programs built for this course
Unique Drills
74
Total unique drills across all programs
Skill Pillars
10
Accuracy · Aim · Alignment · Dispersion · Distance Control · Mechanics
Session Durations
6
3 days , 4 days , 6 days , 7 days , 8 days , 9 days
La Mer Practice Profile
We've mapped a comprehensive practice profile for La Mer, 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 La Mer
Most-used drills from for this course. Practice as standalone drills or scroll down for full programs.
Flop | Scattered Ball Lines | 9 Stop Zones
Scatter a bucket of balls (avg. bucket is 40 balls) into 8 equal lines of 5 balls and stop flop shots inside 9 Stop Zones. Count the number of successful stops.
Short irons (9,8) | Birdie-Par-Bogey Radius
Use short irons only to land the ball inside the radius. Hit one bucket of ~50 balls. Keep the score relative to PAR.
Short irons (9,8) | 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 short irons only. Hit one bucket of ~50 balls.
Short irons (9,8) | PAR 3 Challenge
Complete the PAR 3 Challenge using short irons only. Hit one bucket of ~50 balls.
Flop | Parallel Ball Lines | Quadrants
Up to 5 players compete to stop a flop shot inside the quadrant(s). The player with the most points at the end wins the challenge. 25 balls per player are needed.
Flop | Parallel Piles | Quadrants
Up to 5 players compete to stop a flop shot inside the quadrant(s). The player with the most points wins the challenge. One bucket of balls per player is needed.
Course Details
Everything you need to know about La Mer.
Contact Information
Phone
+44 (0)1250 872622
Fax
+44 (0) 1250 872622
letouquet@opengolfclub.com
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Facilities
Location
Avenue du Golf
Course Description
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Course Information
Holes
45
Par
72
Type
Links
Architect
Harry Shapland Colt
Opened
1931
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Programs
Skill-Based Practice Programs for La Mer
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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% match to course practice profileSave par clutch, for a 26-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Improve accuracy, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Hit fairways consistently, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
13 Week Flagship Program for La Mer
A complete and progressive long-term development curriculum mapped from easier to harder drills, specifically for La Mer. 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.
Short Game · Mixed
Save par with a clutch mixed shot—pressure drill
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 25.0
Short Game · Pitch
Get square for a pure strike: alignment focus
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 20.0
Short Game · Pitch
Save par with a clutch pitch—pressure drill
Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 19.0
Driving Range · Long irons (4,3,2)
Check your setup: avoid hooks and slices
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Driving Range · Woods (Hy,5W,3W)
Stop Missing 3-Wood Fairways
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Driving Range · Driver
Stop Missing Fairways with Driver
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Driving Range · Woods (Hy,5W,3W)
Improve 3-Wood Accuracy
Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 17.0
Driving Range · Long irons (4,3,2)
Reduce Misses With Long Irons
Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 17.0
Driving Range · Wedges (LW,SW,GW,PW)
Reduce Wedge Misses
Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 17.0
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Get StartedSee landing and roll, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Get square for strike, for a 20-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Up-and-down contest, for a 20-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Feel the distance, for a 16-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Achieve distance accuracy, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Stay on fairways, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Perfect long iron swing, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Avoid bunkers with short irons, for a 1-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Control distance, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Maximize in regulation, for a 1-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Prepare for Tournaments at La Mer
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 La Mer
Get answers to common questions about playing La Mer and what to expect.
How difficult is La Mer for mid-handicap golfers?
La Mer 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 La Mer?
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 La Mer?
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 La Mer 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 La Mer and how should I play it?
La Mer is designed as a Links 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 La Mer 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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