Practice Programs

Complete Golf Practice Blueprint for Golf St-Raphaël

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Ile Bizard, Québec, Canada

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Total Programs

15 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 , 7 days , 8 days , 9 days

AccuracyAimAlignmentDispersionDistance ControlGreen Reading+6 more

Bleu Practice Profile

We've mapped a comprehensive practice profile for Bleu, 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 26%Precision 24%Aim 19%Distance Control 15%Accuracy 13%

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.

15.3

Average HCP

Minimum HCP

30.1

Maximum HCP

Top Drills

Featured Drills for Bleu

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

Putting18 min

Single Tee, 15/25

Make 15 out of 25 putts

Short Game26 min

Chip | Parallel Piles | Quadrants

Up to 5 players compete to stop a chip shot inside the quadrant(s). The player with the most points wins the challenge. One bucket of balls per player is needed.

Driving Range31 min

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 Game26 min

Bump-n-Run | Parallel Piles | 3 Landing Zones

Up to 5 players compete to stop a bump-n-run shot inside the landing zone(s). The player with the most points at the end wins the challenge. One bucket of balls per player is needed.

Short Game26 min

Bump-n-Run | Fairway | Above/Below Feet

Up to 5 players hit bump-n-run shot two buckets of balls (avg. bucket is 40 balls) from the sloped fairway; one bucket with balls above feet level, and one bucket with balls below feet level.

Driving Range31 min

Short irons (9,8) | PAR 3 Challenge

Complete the PAR 3 Challenge using short irons only. Hit one bucket of ~50 balls.

Course Details

Everything you need to know about Bleu.

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@golfstraphael.ca

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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

1111 rue de l'Église

Course Description

Located in the heart of Île-Bizard, the Golf Saint-Raphaël offers you one of the best golf experiences in Quebec, at only 40 minutes away from downtown Montreal. Our semi-private institution offers two 18-hole international calibre courses for players of all levels. The peaceful landscapes, mature trees, impeccable maintenance and our attention to detail will make your day a real pleasure.Morning, afternoon and evening, the Golf Saint-Raphaël invites you to the best table of the area, where you can find as many flavors as colors. Our chef and his team invite you to enjoy appetizers or dinner on the terrace with views on the golf course, to have supper in our elegant dining room or even to celebrate your big occasions in one of our banquet halls; every occasion is a good one to enjoy a gourmet meal.At the Golf Saint-Raphaël, nature and good food awaits you for an unbeatable golf experience.

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Course Information

Holes

Par

Type

Parkland

Architect

Neil Haworth

Opened

2004

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Programs

Skill-Based Practice Programs for Bleu

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 All 6 Ft Putts

Read breaks and aim precisely, for a 2-handicap player, ~10 minutes.

Putting15-24 min1 HCP4 drills

Precision34%

Scoring33%

Aim20%

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Reduce Short Misses Through Alignment

Align body parallel to line, for a 12-handicap player, ~15 minutes.

Putting18-30 min12 HCP3 drills

Alignment37%

Aim22%

Stroke13%

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Pinpoint Chips for Tap-Ins

Thread the needle, for a 17-handicap player, ~15 minutes.

Short Game~26 min17 HCP8 drills

Precision32%

Distance Control19%

Aim17%

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Land Within 2 Feet

Chip from tight lies, for a 2-handicap player, ~10 minutes.

Short Game~26 min1 HCP5 drills

Aim29%

Distance Control19%

Precision18%

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14 Week Flagship Program for Bleu

A complete and progressive long-term development curriculum mapped from easier to harder drills, specifically for Bleu. Start with the basics and work your way towards more challenging drills. Commit to 14 weeks of training and get in proper shape. Four days counts as a week.

Week 1≤ 3 days

Putting · 3 ft (1m) only

Reduce Short Misses Through Alignment

Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 12.0

Weeks 1–2≤ 4 days

Putting · 6 ft (2m) only

Make All 6 Ft Putts

Difficulty: Expert · Program HCP 1.0

Weeks 2–4≤ 7 days

Short Game · Bump'n'Run

Thread the needle: roll your Bump'n'Run to tap-in range

Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 27.0

Weeks 4–6≤ 7 days

Short Game · Sand

Save par with a clutch bunker shot—pressure drill

Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 23.0

Weeks 6–8≤ 7 days

Short Game · Bump'n'Run

Bump'n'Run 10–20 Yds

Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 17.0

Weeks 8–10≤ 7 days

Short Game · Chip

Pinpoint Chips for Tap-Ins

Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 17.0

Weeks 10–11≤ 4 days

Driving Range · Driver

Driver Fairway Accuracy For Beginners

Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0

Weeks 11–12≤ 3 days

Driving Range · Long irons (4,3,2)

Feet, hips, shoulders—consistent contact every time

Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0

Weeks 12–14≤ 7 days

Driving Range · Mid irons (7,6,5)

Tighten your game: keep mid irons within 6 yards

Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 17.0

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Turn every drive into an advantage—score from the tee

Build drive streaks, for a 9-handicap player, ~10 minutes.

Driving Range30-31 min9 HCP4 drills

Scoring36%

Accuracy16%

Precision14%

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Tighten your game: keep mid irons within 6 yards

Center green hits, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.

Driving Range30-31 min17 HCP7 drills

Dispersion34%

Precision22%

Scoring16%

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Save Par From Fringe

Control the rollout distance, for a 17-handicap player, ~15 minutes.

Short Game~26 min17 HCP9 drills

Scoring18%

Distance Control18%

Precision14%

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Land 2 Feet From Pin

Stop pitches near hole, for a 4-handicap player, ~10 minutes.

Short Game~26 min4 HCP8 drills

Distance Control22%

Aim20%

Precision16%

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Bump'n'Run 10–20 Yds

Control the rollout distance, for a 17-handicap player, ~15 minutes.

Short Game~26 min17 HCP9 drills

Scoring28%

Accuracy23%

Aim12%

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Thread the needle: roll your Bump'n'Run to tap-in range

Dial in touch, for a 28-handicap player, ~20 minutes.

Short Game~26 min27 HCP7 drills

Scoring34%

Accuracy30%

Aim10%

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Save par with a clutch bunker shot—pressure drill

Turn into par saves, for a 24-handicap player, ~20 minutes.

Short Game~26 min23 HCP8 drills

Scoring28%

Accuracy17%

Aim16%

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Maximize Short Irons In Regulation

Maximize in regulation, for a 1-handicap player, ~10 minutes.

Driving Range30-31 min0 HCP7 drills

Scoring33%

Precision19%

Dispersion13%

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Driver Fairway Accuracy For Beginners

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

Driving Range~31 min35 HCP4 drills

Precision29%

Mechanics23%

Trajectory21%

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Feet, hips, shoulders—consistent contact every time

Consistent long iron contact, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.

Driving Range~31 min35 HCP3 drills

Mechanics45%

Precision30%

Trajectory25%

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Feel the yardage: control short iron distance

Hit within 2-4 yards, for a 9-handicap player, ~10 minutes.

Driving Range~31 min9 HCP4 drills

Distance Control31%

Scoring25%

Trajectory15%

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Prepare for Tournaments at Bleu

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 Bleu

Get answers to common questions about playing Bleu and what to expect.

How difficult is Bleu for mid-handicap golfers?

Players often find Bleu technically exacting. The 120 slope rating keeps it accessible for developing players. The course rating of 70 reflects on scoring relative to par 72.

What tees should a 15 handicap play at Bleu?

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 Bleu?

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 Bleu and how does yardage affect play?

At a full length of 6500 yards, it balances distance with positional strategy.

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

Architecturally, it reflects a Parkland style. 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 Bleu 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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