Practice Programs

Complete Golf Practice Blueprint for Golf International Pont Royal

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Total Programs

17 complete programs built for this course

Unique Drills

Total unique drills across all programs

Skill Pillars

Accuracy · Aim · Alignment · Dispersion · Distance Control · Mechanics

Session Durations

3 days , 4 days , 5 days , 6 days , 8 days , 9 days

AccuracyAimAlignmentDispersionDistance ControlMechanics+5 more

Pont Royal Practice Profile

We've mapped a comprehensive practice profile for Pont Royal, 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 23%Accuracy 16%Dispersion 15%Aim 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.

19.2

Average HCP

12.1

Minimum HCP

33.8

Maximum HCP

Top Drills

Featured Drills for Pont Royal

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

Putting18 min

Stop the Ball: Circle, Eyes Closed [Long]

Stop the ball inside the circle with your eyes closed.

Short Game26 min

Chip | Parallel Ball Lines | 9 Stop Zones

Align a bucket of balls (avg. bucket is 40 balls) into 2 parallel lines 20 balls per line and stop chip shots inside 9 Stop Zones. Count the number of successful stops.

Driving Range31 min

Wedges (LW to PW) | Takeaway

Work only on takeaway using wedges only. Hit one bucket of ~50 balls.

Driving Range31 min

Wedges (LW to PW) | Progressive Targets Challenge

Complete the Progressive Targets Challenge using wedges only. Hit one bucket of ~50 balls.

Driving Range31 min

Wedges (LW to PW) | Impact and Follow Through

Work only on impact and follow through using wedges only. Hit one bucket of ~50 balls.

Putting18 min

Stop the Ball: Inside the Field, in a Row [Long]

Stop 5 balls in a row - one inside each field - to complete the challenge. If miss, fall back two fields.

Course Details

Everything you need to know about Pont Royal.

Contact Information

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Phone

+44 (0)1250 872622

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Fax

+44 (0) 1250 872622

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info@golf-pontroyal.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

Domaine du Golf de Pont Royal

Course Description

Elu meilleur parcours de France 2021, 2022 et 2023 par les World Golf Awards.Au coeur de la Provence, entre Aix-en-Provence et Avignon, Pont Royal est le seul parcours français signé Severiano Ballesteros (1992), offrant des vues exceptionnelles sur les Alpilles et le Luberon.Parcours à l'entretien irréprochable, Pont Royal est hôte historique de compétitions européennes : - 6 tournois du Challenge Tour (Challenge AGF et l'Hopps Open de Provence)- 12 tournois de l'Alps Tour (Masters 13).Un centre d'entraînement a été créé en 2010, accessible aux joueurs de tous niveaux, avec plusieurs zones d'entraînement, un parcours 6 trous et un enseignement certifié Leadbetter.Le Golf International de Pont Royal a eu l'honneur de recevoir le label argent pour la biodiversité décerné par la FFGOLF et le Muséum national d'Histoire naturelle.

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Course Information

Holes

Par

Type

Parkland

Architect

Severiano Ballesteros

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Programs

Skill-Based Practice Programs for Pont Royal

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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Make Every 20+ Ft Putt

Hit putts with both left and right breaks, for a 1-handicap player, ~10 minutes.

Putting~18 min0 HCP6 drills

Visualization31%

Distance Control31%

Dispersion22%

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Aim To Hit Center Every Time

Hit center consistently, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.

Putting18-30 min17 HCP3 drills

Aim32%

Stroke28%

Alignment23%

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Pick Line and Commit

Chip through gate, for a 23-handicap player, ~20 minutes.

Short Game~26 min22 HCP3 drills

Aim32%

Alignment13%

Precision12%

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Keep Ball Close To Hole

Roll the ball low and straight, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.

Short Game~26 min35 HCP8 drills

Scoring43%

Alignment29%

Aim20%

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10 Week Flagship Program for Pont Royal

A complete and progressive long-term development curriculum mapped from easier to harder drills, specifically for Pont Royal. Start with the basics and work your way towards more challenging drills. Commit to 10 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

Putting · Long (20+ ft)

Make Every 20+ Ft Putt

Difficulty: Expert · Program HCP 0.0

Weeks 3–4≤ 5 days

Short Game · Flop

Flop 15–25 Yds From Sand Or Tight Lie

Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0

Weeks 4–6≤ 7 days

Short Game · Bump'n'Run

Keep Ball Close To Hole

Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0

Weeks 6–7≤ 5 days

Short Game · Sand

Check your clubface: does it match your target?

Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 27.0

Weeks 7–8≤ 3 days

Short Game · Chip

Pick Line and Commit

Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 22.0

Weeks 8–9≤ 3 days

Driving Range · Wedges (LW,SW,GW,PW)

Check your setup: avoid fat or thin shots

Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0

Week 9≤ 3 days

Driving Range · Wedges (LW,SW,GW,PW)

Control Wedge Roll

Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0

Week 10≤ 3 days

Driving Range · Driver

Improve Driver Accuracy

Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 17.0

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Control Wedge Roll

Control roll, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.

Driving Range~31 min35 HCP3 drills

Mechanics30%

Trajectory27%

Precision20%

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Pick your line and stick it—wedge accuracy

Stick to wedge line, for a 7-handicap player, ~10 minutes.

Driving Range30-43 min7 HCP5 drills

Distance Control37%

Scoring32%

Accuracy22%

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Check your clubface: does it match your target?

Get square, for a 27-handicap player, ~20 minutes.

Short Game~26 min27 HCP5 drills

Alignment24%

Distance Control21%

Scoring17%

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See your bunker shot landing and rolling out—then execute

See landing and roll, for a 15-handicap player, ~15 minutes.

Short Game~26 min15 HCP4 drills

Scoring44%

Accuracy33%

Visualization24%

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Flop 15–25 Yds From Sand Or Tight Lie

Flop from sand, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.

Short Game25-26 min35 HCP5 drills

Aim27%

Alignment24%

Dispersion14%

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Pitch 20–35 Yds From Fairway Or Rough

Land 3-4 feet away, for a 17-handicap player, ~15 minutes.

Short Game~26 min16 HCP8 drills

Accuracy25%

Distance Control19%

Scoring16%

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Pinpoint your flops: leave yourself a tap-in every time

Precision from tough lie, for a 16-handicap player, ~15 minutes.

Short Game~26 min16 HCP9 drills

Precision31%

Dispersion19%

Distance Control18%

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Tighten your wedges: keep within 2 yards

Keep within 2 yards, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.

Driving Range30-43 min17 HCP4 drills

Scoring34%

Dispersion33%

Precision17%

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Green hunter: hit every long iron to the putting surface

Stick to long iron line, for a 1-handicap player, ~10 minutes.

Driving Range~31 min0 HCP3 drills

Dispersion25%

Distance Control23%

Accuracy23%

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Can you avoid the fringe from 140-180 yards?

Stick to mid iron line, for a 11-handicap player, ~15 minutes.

Driving Range~31 min10 HCP6 drills

Distance Control27%

Accuracy24%

Scoring19%

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Check your setup: avoid fat or thin shots

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

Driving Range~31 min35 HCP3 drills

Mechanics45%

Precision28%

Trajectory27%

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Improve Driver Accuracy

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

Driving Range~31 min17 HCP3 drills

Scoring27%

Dispersion20%

Precision17%

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Improve Long Iron Accuracy

Control distance, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.

Driving Range~31 min17 HCP3 drills

Distance Control25%

Trajectory22%

Scoring20%

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Prepare for Tournaments at Pont Royal

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

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FAQ

Frequently Asked Questions about Pont Royal

Get answers to common questions about playing Pont Royal and what to expect.

How difficult is Pont Royal for mid-handicap golfers?

Pont Royal presents a demanding test. This slope level makes it manageable compared to championship venues. The course rating of 70 reflects on scoring relative to par 72.

What tees should a 15 handicap play at Pont Royal?

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 Pont Royal?

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 Pont Royal and how does yardage affect play?

Stretching to 6500 yards from the back tees, it does not overwhelm length but rewards accuracy.

What type of course is Pont Royal and how should I play it?

The course follows a traditional Parkland design philosophy. 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 Pont Royal 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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