Practice Programs
We studied this course layout and mapped exact drills around stroke index, handicap index and distances. Practice like you know Reef.
Total Programs
13
13 complete programs built for this course
Unique Drills
71
Total unique drills across all programs
Skill Pillars
11
Accuracy · Aim · Alignment · Dispersion · Distance Control · Green Reading
Session Durations
5
3 days , 5 days , 6 days , 8 days , 9 days
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.
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Skill Distribution
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
Most-used drills from for this course. Practice as standalone drills or scroll down for full programs.
Make 50 putts in a row.
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.
Hit 15 balls to each landing zone using long irons only. Hit one bucket of ~50 balls. Count total number of successful shots.
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.
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.
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.
Everything you need to know about Reef.
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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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Holes
36
Par
72
Type
Tropical
Architect
Robert Trent Jones, Jr.
Opened
2000
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Drill Library
Explore the full on-course drill library built for this venue. Open any drill to review setup, coaching instructions, and target scoring benchmarks.
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Free eBook
Curated selection of drills based on Reef hole-by-hole data.
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Free eBook
Curated selection of drills based on Reef hole-by-hole data.
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Free eBook
Curated selection of drills based on Reef hole-by-hole data.
Available immediately. No cost. Download link + Email Delivery
"I agree to the privacy policy and terms of service." My rewards.
Free eBook
Curated selection of drills based on Reef hole-by-hole data.
Available immediately. No cost. Download link + Email Delivery
"I agree to the privacy policy and terms of service." My rewards.
Programs
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
% match to course practice profileCommit to the stroke, for a 3-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Land softly, for a 3-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
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.
Full 50 days 69 page practice program designed specifically around this course hole by hole data.
Putting · 3 ft (1m) only
Make Putts Inside 3 Feet Precisely
Difficulty: Expert · Program HCP 2.0
Short Game · Bump'n'Run
Can you land every Bump'n'Run inside 2 feet?
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 28.0
Short Game · Bump'n'Run
Set a target and stick it: Bump'n'Run accuracy challenge
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 28.0
Short Game · Sand
Save par with a clutch bunker shot—pressure drill
Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 17.0
Driving Range · Woods (Hy,5W,3W)
3-Wood Dispersion Control For Beginners
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Driving Range · Driver
Control Driver Ball Flight
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Driving Range · Wedges (LW,SW,GW,PW)
Pinpoint accuracy: leave yourself a tap-in every time
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 29.0
Driving Range · Driver
Driver Distance Consistency 200+ Yards
Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 17.0
Driving Range · Short irons (9,8)
Improve Short Iron Accuracy
Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 17.0
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Flop from bunkers, for a 3-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Control long iron distance, for a 7-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Thread the needle, for a 29-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Turn into par saves, for a 17-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Set a target, for a 29-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Roll to tap-in range, for a 28-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Stick chips near hole, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
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Get StartedStay on fairways, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Improve accuracy, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Hit fairways consistently, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Control flight path, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
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FAQ
Get answers to common questions about playing Reef and what to expect.
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.
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.
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.
At a full length of 6500 yards, it balances distance with positional strategy.
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.
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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