Practice Programs

Complete Golf Practice Blueprint for Grand Lucayan Resort

Discover tailored practice programs for this course.

Freeport, Grand Bahama Island, Bahamas

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Total Programs

13 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 , 5 days , 6 days , 8 days , 9 days

AccuracyAimAlignmentDispersionDistance ControlGreen Reading+5 more

Reef Practice Profile

We've mapped a comprehensive practice profile for Reef, 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 27%Precision 27%Distance Control 18%Aim 13%Trajectory 12%

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.

18.5

Average HCP

9.8

Minimum HCP

32.1

Maximum HCP

Top Drills

Featured Drills for Reef

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

Putting18 min

Single Tee, 50 in a Row

Make 50 putts in a row.

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.

Driving Range31 min

Long irons (4,3,2) | 3 Landing Zones

Hit 15 balls to each landing zone using long irons only. Hit one bucket of ~50 balls. Count total number of successful shots.

Short Game26 min

Flop | Scattered Piles | 3 Landing Zones

Scatter a bucket of balls (avg. bucket is 40 balls) into 8 equal piles of 5 balls and hit-and-land flop shots inside landing zones. Count the number of successes.

Short Game26 min

Flop | Scattered Piles | Quadrants

Scatter a bucket of balls (avg. bucket is 40 balls) into 8 equal piles of 5 balls and stop flop shots inside quadrants. Count the number of successes.

Short Game26 min

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.

Course Details

Everything you need to know about Reef.

Contact Information

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Phone

+44 (0)1250 872622

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Fax

+44 (0) 1250 872622

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reservations@grandlucayan.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

Sea Horse Lane

Course Description

Grand Lucayan is a Bahamian-based resort and hotel complex offering a blend of modern luxury with authentic Bahamian culture. Located on Grand Bahama Island in Freeport, it features accommodations under Lighthouse Pointe, an all-inclusive option, a renowned 18-hole Reef Course, spa and fitness facilities, and spaces for weddings and meetings. The property emphasizes beachfront experiences, diverse dining, and island adventures tailored to travelers seeking Caribbean hospitality.

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Course Information

Holes

Par

Type

Tropical

Architect

Robert Trent Jones, Jr.

Opened

2000

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Programs

Skill-Based Practice Programs for Reef

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 13 Programs

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Make Putts Inside 3 Feet Precisely

Commit to the stroke, for a 3-handicap player, ~10 minutes.

Putting18-30 min2 HCP5 drills

Scoring38%

Precision35%

Green Reading11%

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Stop 2 Feet From Hole

Land softly, for a 3-handicap player, ~10 minutes.

Short Game~26 min2 HCP9 drills

Precision27%

Distance Control16%

Scoring16%

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Flop 25–40 Yds From Bunker Or Fringe

Flop from bunkers, for a 3-handicap player, ~10 minutes.

Short Game~26 min2 HCP6 drills

Precision33%

Distance Control19%

Dispersion16%

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Vary your targets and hit within 5 yards

Control long iron distance, for a 7-handicap player, ~10 minutes.

Driving Range~31 min7 HCP5 drills

Distance Control38%

Scoring24%

Trajectory13%

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13 Week Flagship Program for Reef

A complete and progressive long-term development curriculum mapped from easier to harder drills, specifically for Reef. 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.

Weeks 1–2≤ 5 days

Putting · 3 ft (1m) only

Make Putts Inside 3 Feet Precisely

Difficulty: Expert · Program HCP 2.0

Weeks 2–3≤ 5 days

Short Game · Bump'n'Run

Can you land every Bump'n'Run inside 2 feet?

Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 28.0

Weeks 3–5≤ 7 days

Short Game · Bump'n'Run

Set a target and stick it: Bump'n'Run accuracy challenge

Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 28.0

Weeks 5–6≤ 6 days

Short Game · Sand

Save par with a clutch bunker shot—pressure drill

Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 17.0

Weeks 7–8≤ 7 days

Driving Range · Woods (Hy,5W,3W)

3-Wood Dispersion Control For Beginners

Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0

Weeks 9–10≤ 6 days

Driving Range · Driver

Control Driver Ball Flight

Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0

Weeks 10–11≤ 6 days

Driving Range · Wedges (LW,SW,GW,PW)

Pinpoint accuracy: leave yourself a tap-in every time

Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 29.0

Week 12≤ 3 days

Driving Range · Driver

Driver Distance Consistency 200+ Yards

Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 17.0

Weeks 12–13≤ 3 days

Driving Range · Short irons (9,8)

Improve Short Iron Accuracy

Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 17.0

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Pinpoint accuracy: leave yourself a tap-in every time

Thread the needle, for a 29-handicap player, ~20 minutes.

Driving Range31-43 min29 HCP6 drills

Precision35%

Scoring16%

Mechanics15%

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Save par with a clutch bunker shot—pressure drill

Turn into par saves, for a 17-handicap player, ~15 minutes.

Short Game~26 min17 HCP6 drills

Scoring31%

Aim17%

Accuracy14%

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Set a target and stick it: Bump'n'Run accuracy challenge

Set a target, for a 29-handicap player, ~20 minutes.

Short Game~26 min28 HCP8 drills

Aim29%

Scoring19%

Distance Control15%

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Can you land every Bump'n'Run inside 2 feet?

Roll to tap-in range, for a 28-handicap player, ~20 minutes.

Short Game~26 min28 HCP5 drills

Scoring27%

Accuracy25%

Distance Control18%

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Stick Chip Close To Hole

Stick chips near hole, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.

Short Game~26 min17 HCP5 drills

Accuracy28%

Distance Control20%

Scoring18%

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3-Wood Dispersion Control For Beginners

Stay on fairways, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.

Driving Range~31 min35 HCP8 drills

Precision28%

Mechanics17%

Trajectory16%

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Improve Short Iron Accuracy

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

Driving Range~31 min17 HCP3 drills

Distance Control27%

Scoring20%

Trajectory20%

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Control Driver Ball Flight

Hit fairways consistently, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.

Driving Range~31 min35 HCP6 drills

Precision29%

Mechanics23%

Trajectory19%

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Driver Distance Consistency 200+ Yards

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

Driving Range~31 min17 HCP3 drills

Scoring27%

Dispersion20%

Precision17%

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Prepare for Tournaments at Reef

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 Reef

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

How difficult is Reef for mid-handicap golfers?

Reef is regarded as a strategically complex layout. 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 Reef?

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 Reef?

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 Reef and how does yardage affect play?

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

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

Architecturally, it reflects a Tropical 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 Reef 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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