Practice Programs

Complete Golf Practice Blueprint for Golf El Paraiso

Discover tailored practice programs for this course.

Estepona, Andalucia, Spain

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Total Programs

14 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 , 6 days , 7 days , 9 days

AccuracyAimAlignmentDispersionDistance ControlGreen Reading+6 more

El Paraiso Practice Profile

We've mapped a comprehensive practice profile for El Paraiso, 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 29%Distance Control 19%Accuracy 18%Aim 17%Precision 15%

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.

20.2

Average HCP

10.9

Minimum HCP

34.2

Maximum HCP

Top Drills

Featured Drills for El Paraiso

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

Putting15 min

One Handed, Ball Gate, 12 in a Row

Make 12 putts in a row, one-handed through the ball gate.

Short Game26 min

Bump-n-Run | Parallel Ball Lines | 3 Landing Zones

Align a bucket of balls next to the green (avg. bucket is 40 balls) into 2 parallel lines 20 balls per line and hit-and-land bump-n-run shots inside landing zones. Count the number of successes.

Driving Range31 min

Short irons (9,8) | Backswing

Work only on backswing using short irons only. Hit one bucket of ~50 balls.

Short Game26 min

Bump-n-Run | Parallel Piles | Bullseye 2x

Up to 5 players compete to stop a bump-n-run 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

Flop | Parallel Piles | 9 Stop Zones

Align a bucket of balls (avg. bucket is 40 balls) into 10 equal parallel piles of 4 balls and stop flop shots inside 9 Stop Zones. Count the number of successful stops.

Putting18 min

Putting Aid: Chalk Line, 15/25

Make 15 out of 25 putts over the chalk starting line.

Course Details

Everything you need to know about El Paraiso.

Contact Information

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Phone

+44 (0)1250 872622

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Fax

+44 (0) 1250 872622

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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

Carretera de Cadiz, KM 167

Course Description

El Paraiso Golf Club is a premier golf facility located in Estepona, near Marbella, in Andalucia. The club offers a renowned golf course experience with a focus on high-quality greens and a variety of golfing opportunities for members and visitors. It serves the Costa del Sol region, attracting local players and international golf enthusiasts seeking a traditional Andalusian golfing environment. The site emphasizes its golfing heritage and location within a popular European golf destination.

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Course Information

Holes

Par

Type

Parkland

Architect

Gary Blauer

Opened

1973

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Programs

Skill-Based Practice Programs for El Paraiso

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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Focus Aim For 6 Foot Putts

Pick a specific spot, for a 11-handicap player, ~15 minutes.

Putting15-18 min11 HCP5 drills

Aim39%

Scoring16%

Alignment14%

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Pick your spot and trust your aim—can you hit it?

Set a target, for a 30-handicap player, ~30 minutes.

Short Game~26 min30 HCP7 drills

Aim31%

Distance Control20%

Scoring17%

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Match Clubface to Target

Check setup, for a 28-handicap player, ~20 minutes.

Short Game~26 min27 HCP7 drills

Alignment35%

Distance Control19%

Aim16%

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Feet, hips, shoulders—consistent contact

Perfect short iron swing, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.

Driving Range~31 min35 HCP4 drills

Mechanics45%

Precision29%

Trajectory26%

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12 Week Flagship Program for El Paraiso

A complete and progressive long-term development curriculum mapped from easier to harder drills, specifically for El Paraiso. Start with the basics and work your way towards more challenging drills. Commit to 12 weeks of training and get in proper shape. Four days counts as a week.

Weeks 1–2≤ 5 days

Putting · 6 ft (2m) only

Focus Aim For 6 Foot Putts

Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 11.0

Weeks 2–3≤ 7 days

Short Game · Bump'n'Run

Pick your spot and trust your aim—can you hit it?

Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 30.0

Weeks 4–5≤ 7 days

Short Game · Chip

Match Clubface to Target

Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 27.0

Weeks 5–6≤ 3 days

Short Game · Chip

Stop Ball on Dime

Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 23.0

Weeks 6–8≤ 7 days

Short Game · Flop

Pick your landing spot and trust your swing—flop shot challenge

Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 18.0

Weeks 8–10≤ 6 days

Short Game · Bump'n'Run

Bump'n'Run 10–20 Yds

Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 17.0

Weeks 10–11≤ 4 days

Driving Range · Short irons (9,8)

Feet, hips, shoulders—consistent contact

Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0

Weeks 11–12≤ 4 days

Driving Range · Mid irons (7,6,5)

Mid-Iron Distance Control 150–180 Yards

Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0

Week 12≤ 3 days

Driving Range · Long irons (4,3,2)

Control the spin: height and roll as needed

Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 26.0

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Feel the power—reach your target zones consistently

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

Driving Range~31 min6 HCP3 drills

Distance Control35%

Scoring23%

Trajectory22%

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Pick your landing spot and trust your swing—flop shot challenge

Aim for soft landing, for a 19-handicap player, ~15 minutes.

Short Game25-26 min18 HCP9 drills

Aim30%

Distance Control16%

Precision15%

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See your flop landing and rolling out—then execute

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

Short Game~26 min15 HCP4 drills

Scoring45%

Accuracy31%

Visualization25%

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Stop Ball on Dime

Feel the green, for a 23-handicap player, ~20 minutes.

Short Game~26 min23 HCP3 drills

Distance Control29%

Accuracy23%

Alignment21%

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See your chip landing and rolling out—then execute

Visualize perfect chip, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.

Short Game~26 min17 HCP4 drills

Scoring45%

Accuracy30%

Visualization25%

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Bump'n'Run 10–20 Yds

Land near the pin, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.

Short Game~26 min17 HCP6 drills

Scoring33%

Accuracy28%

Aim15%

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Flop 25–40 Yds From Bunker Or Fringe

Stop 2 feet away, for a 2-handicap player, ~10 minutes.

Short Game~26 min2 HCP7 drills

Precision25%

Distance Control17%

Aim16%

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Wedge Distance Control

Improve accuracy, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.

Driving Range30-43 min17 HCP6 drills

Distance Control26%

Scoring26%

Trajectory17%

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Control the spin: height and roll as needed

Perfect long iron trajectory, for a 26-handicap player, ~20 minutes.

Driving Range~31 min26 HCP3 drills

Trajectory37%

Precision22%

Scoring20%

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Mid-Iron Distance Control 150–180 Yards

Stop missing greens, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.

Driving Range~31 min35 HCP4 drills

Precision22%

Aim14%

Scoring13%

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2026

Prepare for Tournaments at El Paraiso

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

Spain

Entemanser Open

4/24/2026

Stroke

WAGR

All Ages

men

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Spain

Entemanser Open

4/24/2026

Stroke

WAGR

All Ages

women

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FAQ

Frequently Asked Questions about El Paraiso

Get answers to common questions about playing El Paraiso and what to expect.

How difficult is El Paraiso for mid-handicap golfers?

El Paraiso 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 71.

What tees should a 15 handicap play at El Paraiso?

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 El Paraiso?

With a course rating of 70 and par 71, a mid-handicap golfer would typically score in the mid to high 80s. Stronger players aiming to break 71 must manage approach shots and avoid penalty strokes.

How long is El Paraiso 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 El Paraiso and how should I play it?

El Paraiso 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 El Paraiso 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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