Adjust stance and grip for better roll, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Practice Programs
Complete Golf Practice Blueprint for Gorki Golf Club
Discover tailored practice programs for this course.
Total Programs
14
14 complete programs built for this course
Unique Drills
81
Total unique drills across all programs
Skill Pillars
11
Accuracy · Aim · Alignment · Dispersion · Distance Control · Mechanics
Session Durations
5
3 days , 5 days , 6 days , 7 days , 9 days
Gorki Practice Profile
We've mapped a comprehensive practice profile for Gorki, 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 Gorki
Most-used drills from for this course. Practice as standalone drills or scroll down for full programs.
Putting Aid: String Line, 15/25
Make 15 out of 25 putts, underneath the hanging string line.
Pitch | Parallel Piles | 3 Landing Zones
Align a bucket of balls (avg. bucket is 40 balls) into 10 equal parallel piles of 4 balls and hit-and-land pitch shots inside landing zones. Count the number of successes.
Short irons (9,8) | GIRs Simulation
Simulate X number of GIR (Green in Regulations) using short irons only. Hit one bucket of ~50 balls. Count total number of greens hit.
Short irons (9,8) | Low/Mid/High Shot
Produce low/mid/high shots using short irons only. Hit one bucket of ~50 balls.
Short irons (9,8) | Straight Shot
Produce straight shots using short irons only. Hit one bucket of ~50 balls.
Wedges (LW to PW) | 9 Targets
Hit 5 balls to each target using wedges only. Hit one bucket of ~50 balls. Count total number of successful shots.
Course Details
Everything you need to know about Gorki.
Contact Information
Phone
+44 (0)1250 872622
Fax
+44 (0) 1250 872622
sales@gorkigolf.ru
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Facilities
Location
6, Gorky village
Course Description
GORKI Golf & Resort | Northwest Russia's Award-Winning Year-Round Escape Nestled 60 km SW of St. Petersburg in a pristine, big settlement-free ecological zone (traffic-free access in 60+ mins from Pulkovo Airport), our 139-hectare resort offers world-class golf, MICE, and nature immersion. ✅ Championship Golf Destination Experience Russia's Best Golf Hotel 2018–2020 (World Golf Awards) on an 18-hole course—strategically designed in untouched nature where swallows thrive. Features driving range, putting green, and professional academy. Favored by international golfers seeking pure focus. ✅ MICE Excellence for Strategic Leadership Host 250+ guests (custom arrangements for larger groups) in GORKI Event Hall, conference rooms (100/35 guests), and outdoor terraces. Turnkey solutions for strategic offsites, team building, and high-stakes negotiations—all paired with Chef Vladimir Minkevich's farm-to-table cuisine. ✅ Recharge in Nature's Rhythm Unwind in 34 Scandinavian-style eco-rooms, 9 panoramic cottages, or golf villa. Rejuvenate at our spa: Russian banya, Finnish sauna, jacuzzi, outdoor heated pool, and gym. Dine with panoramic views at our restaurant featuring hyper-local seasonal menus. Your urban reset, perfected. Where elite sport, business, and serenity converge. Discover GORKI: Where city chaos ends, and purposeful moments begin.
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Course Information
Holes
18
Par
72
Type
Parkland
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Programs
Skill-Based Practice Programs for Gorki
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 profilePitch from fairway, for a 17-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
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Get StartedSquare up, for a 29-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Leave tap-ins, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
13 Week Flagship Program for Gorki
A complete and progressive long-term development curriculum mapped from easier to harder drills, specifically for Gorki. 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.
Putting · 6 ft (2m) only
Focus On Pace And Line
Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 17.0
Short Game · Flop
Hit Flop & Avoid Big Numbers
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Short Game · Sand
Land Bunker Shots Close To Pin
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Short Game · Mixed
Make Par Around the Green
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 29.0
Driving Range · Short irons (9,8)
Control Short Iron Flight
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Driving Range · Short irons (9,8)
How close can you get? Challenge your limits
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Driving Range · Wedges (LW,SW,GW,PW)
How close can you get? Challenge your short game
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 24.0
Driving Range · Short irons (9,8)
Improve Short Iron Accuracy
Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 17.0
Control flight, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Escape safely, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Short game from tough lies, for a 1-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Flop from sand, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Keep near hole, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Reduce misses, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Maximize control, for a 1-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Precision mid-irons, for a 1-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Get close to pin, for a 25-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Precision wedges, for a 1-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
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Get StartedPrepare for Tournaments at Gorki
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 Gorki
Get answers to common questions about playing Gorki and what to expect.
How difficult is Gorki for mid-handicap golfers?
Players often find Gorki technically exacting. 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 Gorki?
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 Gorki?
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 Gorki 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 Gorki and how should I play it?
Gorki 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 Gorki 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.

