25% match
For LEVEL VII tees
Hit putts with both left and right breaks, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Putting~18 min17 HCP3 drills
Aim38%
Alignment23%
Stroke22%
Practice Programs
Complete Golf Practice Blueprint for Hammock Beach Resort
Discover tailored practice programs for this course.
Total Programs
45
45 complete programs built for this course
Unique Drills
156
Total unique drills across all programs
Skill Pillars
12
Accuracy · Aim · Alignment · Dispersion · Distance Control · Green Reading
Session Durations
7
3 days , 4 days , 5 days , 6 days , 7 days , 8 days , 9 days
AccuracyAimAlignmentDispersionDistance ControlGreen Reading+6 more
The Conservatory Practice Profile
We've mapped a comprehensive practice profile for The Conservatory, 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
Distance Control 27%Scoring 20%Precision 18%Aim 16%Dispersion 16%
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.
17.5
Average HCP
10.6
Minimum HCP
30.8
Maximum HCP
Top Drills
Featured Drills for The Conservatory
Most-used drills from for this course. Practice as standalone drills or scroll down for full programs.
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Putting18 min
Stop the Ball: on the Fringe [Long]
Stop the ball on the fringe. Hit 20 balls.
Short Game26 min
Chip | Parallel Ball Lines | Quadrants
Up to 5 players compete to stop a chip shot inside the quadrant(s). The player with the most points at the end wins the challenge. 25 balls per player are needed.
Driving Range31 min
Driver | Around the Stick
Curve the ball around the alignment stick using using driver only. Hit one bucket of ~50 balls.
Short Game26 min
Chip | Scattered Piles | 9 Stop Zones
Up to 5 players compete to stop a chip shot in the stop zone(s). The player with the most points at the end wins the challenge. One bucket of balls per player is needed.
Driving Range31 min
Driver | Left-to-R and Right-to-L Shot
Produce left-to-right and right-to-left shots using driver only. Hit one bucket of ~50 balls.
Driving Range31 min
Driver | Dispersion Corridors
Hit 15 balls to each dispersion corridor using driver only. Hit one bucket of ~50 balls. Count total number of successful shots.
Course Details
Everything you need to know about The Conservatory.
Contact Information
📞
Phone
+44 (0)1250 872622
📠
Fax
+44 (0) 1250 872622
✉️Email
jryan@hammockbeach.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
200 Ocean Crest Drive
Course Description
Nestled on a stretch of unspoiled cinnamon sand beach along the Atlantic Coast in Palm Coast Florida, Hammock Beach Golf Resort & Spa is an extraordinary treasure. Located just minutes south of St. Augustine, the property is an oasis of tranquility and relaxation, offering unparalleled views of the Atlantic Ocean and its Jack Nicklaus-designed oceanfront golf course. Featuring 300 guestrooms and suites in three towers, along with spacious condominiums and well-appointed public areas, Hammock Beach Golf Resort & Spa is a premiere destination for relaxation and enjoying the best of Palm Coast Florida.At Hammock Beach Golf Resort & Spa we are committed to delivering a first-class experience.
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Course Information
Holes
36
Par
71
Type
Parkland
Architect
Tom Watson
Opened
2006
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Scorecard
Course Scorecard & Tee Insights
Toggle the colour-coded tees to reveal hole-by-hole pars, handicaps, yardages, and gender-specific ratings for The Conservatory, all within a single responsive scorecard.
Scorecard data available for LEVEL VII
Men's Tees
Tee Insight:This course puts steady pressure on iron approaches from repeated par fours while long par fives ramp up blowup risks if tee shots stray. Tough handicap spread means constant decisions to avoid doubles on key stretches.
L
LEVEL V / VI Tee
Gender: MalePar 727022 yards6421 metersCR 74.2Bogey 99.7Slope 138
Gender: Male
Front Nine · CR 36.8 · BR 49.5 · Slope 137
Back Nine · CR 37.4 · BR 50.2 · Slope 138
| Hole | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | IN | 10 | 11 | 12 | 13 | 14 | 15 | 16 | 17 | 18 | OUT | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Par | 4 | 4 | 3 | 5 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 5 | 36 | 5 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 5 | 36 | 72 |
| Handicap | 12 | 6 | 16 | 4 | 8 | 10 | 2 | 18 | 14 | — | 1 | 7 | 15 | 3 | 5 | 13 | 11 | 17 | 9 | — | — |
| Yardage | 393 | 380 | 178 | 585 | 413 | 420 | 393 | 169 | 538 | 3469 | 575 | 416 | 222 | 422 | 447 | 348 | 380 | 182 | 561 | 3553 | 7022 |
L
LEVEL VI Tee
Gender: MalePar 727301 yards6676 metersCR 75.5Bogey 101.4Slope 140
Gender: Male
Front Nine · CR 37.5 · BR 50.4 · Slope 139
Back Nine · CR 38.0 · BR 51.0 · Slope 140
| Hole | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | IN | 10 | 11 | 12 | 13 | 14 | 15 | 16 | 17 | 18 | OUT | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Par | 4 | 4 | 3 | 5 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 5 | 36 | 5 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 5 | 36 | 72 |
| Handicap | 12 | 6 | 16 | 4 | 8 | 10 | 2 | 18 | 14 | — | 1 | 7 | 15 | 3 | 5 | 13 | 11 | 17 | 9 | — | — |
| Yardage | 421 | 418 | 178 | 585 | 438 | 450 | 422 | 169 | 538 | 3619 | 575 | 437 | 222 | 464 | 468 | 360 | 413 | 182 | 561 | 3682 | 7301 |
L
LEVEL VII Tee
Gender: MalePar 727740 yards7077 metersCR 77.5Bogey 104.2Slope 144
Gender: Male
Front Nine · CR 38.6 · BR 51.9 · Slope 143
Back Nine · CR 38.9 · BR 52.3 · Slope 144
| Hole | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | IN | 10 | 11 | 12 | 13 | 14 | 15 | 16 | 17 | 18 | OUT | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Par | 4 | 4 | 3 | 5 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 5 | 36 | 5 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 5 | 36 | 72 |
| Handicap | 12 | 6 | 16 | 4 | 8 | 10 | 2 | 18 | 14 | — | 1 | 7 | 15 | 3 | 5 | 13 | 11 | 17 | 9 | — | — |
| Yardage | 443 | 443 | 200 | 621 | 464 | 478 | 443 | 200 | 560 | 3852 | 615 | 468 | 241 | 496 | 493 | 373 | 413 | 197 | 592 | 3888 | 7740 |
Programs
Skill-Based Practice Programs for The Conservatory
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 45 Programs
% match to course practice profile44% match
For LEVEL VII tees
Hit Every Long Putt
Putting15-27 min17 HCP4 drills
Distance Control35%
Visualization25%
Dispersion23%
66% match
For LEVEL VII tees
Handle tight lies, for a 3-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Short Game~26 min3 HCP4 drills
Distance Control45%
Trajectory19%
Precision15%
67% match
For LEVEL VII tees
Sand from deep bunkers, for a 2-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Short Game~26 min1 HCP3 drills
Aim27%
Distance Control17%
Accuracy14%
13 Week Flagship Program for The Conservatory
A complete and progressive long-term development curriculum mapped from easier to harder drills, specifically for The Conservatory. 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.
Week 1≤ 3 days
Putting · 9 ft (3m) only
Control 9 Ft Putts
Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 17.0
Weeks 1–3≤ 7 days
Short Game · Chip
Chip 5–15 Yds From Fringe
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Weeks 3–4≤ 5 days
Driving Range · Driver
Control Driver Ball Flight
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Week 5≤ 4 days
Putting · Long (20+ ft)
Control Distance
Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 17.0
Weeks 6–8≤ 7 days
Short Game · Pitch
Keep Par Safe
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Week 8≤ 3 days
Driving Range · Woods (Hy,5W,3W)
Feet, hips, shoulders—get it right for consistent contact
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Week 9≤ 4 days
Putting · Long (20+ ft)
Hit Every Long Putt
Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 17.0
Weeks 10–12≤ 7 days
Short Game · Chip
Stop Chips Near Hole
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Weeks 12–13≤ 4 days
Driving Range · Driver
Stop Missing Fairways with Driver
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
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61% match
For LEVEL VII tees
Achieve distance accuracy, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Driving Range~31 min17 HCP5 drills
Precision33%
Dispersion24%
Scoring18%
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Get Started74% match
For LEVEL VII tees
Improve accuracy, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Driving Range~31 min17 HCP3 drills
Distance Control27%
Scoring20%
Trajectory20%
57% match
For LEVEL VII tees
Save par on approaches, for a 16-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min16 HCP6 drills
Scoring28%
Accuracy28%
Distance Control20%
65% match
For LEVEL VII tees
Control distance, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Driving Range~31 min17 HCP3 drills
Distance Control25%
Trajectory22%
Scoring20%
52% match
For LEVEL VII tees
Make Every 20+ Ft Putt
Putting~18 min0 HCP6 drills
Distance Control31%
Visualization31%
Dispersion22%
71% match
For LEVEL VII tees
Pick line and commit, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Short Game~26 min35 HCP9 drills
Aim26%
Scoring22%
Alignment19%
57% match
For LEVEL VII tees
Stop on a dime, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min17 HCP3 drills
Distance Control32%
Accuracy23%
Scoring18%
74% match
For LEVEL VII tees
Save par clutch, for a 6-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Short Game~26 min5 HCP5 drills
Scoring27%
Distance Control21%
Accuracy13%
66% match
For LEVEL VII tees
Stop on a dime, for a 16-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min16 HCP9 drills
Distance Control31%
Precision18%
Accuracy13%
76% match
For LEVEL VII tees
Feel the distance, for a 27-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Short Game~26 min27 HCP4 drills
Distance Control35%
Precision29%
Scoring11%
65% match
For LEVEL VII tees
Match clubface, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Short Game23-26 min35 HCP9 drills
Alignment26%
Aim22%
Scoring18%
56% match
For LEVEL VII tees
Approach from hazards, for a 17-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min17 HCP9 drills
Accuracy26%
Distance Control20%
Scoring14%
72% match
For LEVEL VII tees
Pick line and commit, for a 2-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Short Game~26 min1 HCP5 drills
Aim29%
Distance Control19%
Precision18%
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Get Started60% match
For LEVEL VII tees
Feel the green, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min17 HCP6 drills
Distance Control32%
Alignment16%
Precision14%
78% match
For LEVEL VII tees
Precision from tough lie, for a 20-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min19 HCP9 drills
Precision27%
Distance Control26%
Dispersion14%
42% match
For LEVEL VII tees
Thread the needle, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Driving Range~31 min35 HCP4 drills
Precision26%
Mechanics23%
Aim19%
68% match
For LEVEL VII tees
Save par clutch, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Driving Range~31 min17 HCP3 drills
Scoring27%
Dispersion20%
Precision17%
63% match
For LEVEL VII tees
Turn into birdies, for a 1-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Driving Range30-31 min0 HCP5 drills
Scoring30%
Precision18%
Trajectory16%
66% match
For LEVEL VII tees
Approach from hazards, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Driving Range~31 min17 HCP5 drills
Dispersion31%
Precision20%
Scoring16%
46% match
For LEVEL V / VI tees
Avoid 3-putt, for a 23-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Short Game~26 min23 HCP6 drills
Accuracy33%
Distance Control20%
Alignment18%
42% match
For LEVEL V / VI tees
Pitch close, for a 16-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min16 HCP3 drills
Accuracy34%
Distance Control22%
Scoring19%
53% match
For LEVEL V / VI tees
Hit intended line, for a 29-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Short Game~26 min29 HCP3 drills
Aim28%
Alignment27%
Scoring23%
52% match
For LEVEL V / VI tees
Hit close to hole, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Driving Range~31 min17 HCP3 drills
Scoring38%
Accuracy22%
Distance Control17%
19% match
For LEVEL V / VI tees
Perfect woods swing, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Driving Range~31 min35 HCP3 drills
Mechanics45%
Trajectory28%
Precision27%
54% match
For LEVEL V / VI tees
Get close to pin, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Driving Range30-31 min35 HCP7 drills
Precision35%
Scoring16%
Mechanics13%
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Get Started44% match
For LEVEL V / VI tees
Feel the green, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Putting15-27 min17 HCP4 drills
Distance Control35%
Visualization25%
Dispersion23%
58% match
For LEVEL V / VI tees
Sink All Long Putts
Putting~18 min0 HCP3 drills
Distance Control35%
Dispersion27%
Visualization17%
59% match
For LEVEL V / VI tees
Match clubface, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Short Game~26 min35 HCP8 drills
Alignment24%
Scoring21%
Aim21%
72% match
For LEVEL V / VI tees
Precision from tough lie, for a 17-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min17 HCP6 drills
Precision23%
Scoring17%
Aim16%
72% match
For LEVEL V / VI tees
Pick line and commit, for a 2-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Short Game~26 min1 HCP5 drills
Aim29%
Distance Control19%
Precision18%
80% match
For LEVEL V / VI tees
Vary landing spot, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min18 HCP7 drills
Distance Control30%
Precision22%
Dispersion16%
63% match
For LEVEL V / VI tees
Pick line and commit, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Short Game~26 min34 HCP4 drills
Aim32%
Dispersion21%
Scoring19%
64% match
For LEVEL V / VI tees
Vary landing spot, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min17 HCP5 drills
Distance Control30%
Accuracy23%
Aim14%
78% match
For LEVEL V / VI tees
Feel the distance, for a 4-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Short Game~26 min4 HCP8 drills
Distance Control26%
Dispersion15%
Scoring15%
80% match
For LEVEL V / VI tees
Pinpoint pitches, for a 23-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Short Game~26 min22 HCP9 drills
Precision31%
Distance Control24%
Aim16%
41% match
For LEVEL V / VI tees
Pinpoint mixed shots, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Driving Range~31 min35 HCP5 drills
Precision29%
Aim20%
Mechanics18%
68% match
For LEVEL V / VI tees
Turn into birdies, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Driving Range~31 min17 HCP3 drills
Scoring27%
Dispersion20%
Precision17%
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Get Started67% match
For LEVEL V / VI tees
Save par clutch, for a 1-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Driving Range30-31 min0 HCP6 drills
Scoring29%
Precision20%
Trajectory13%
66% match
For LEVEL V / VI tees
Stick approaches, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Driving Range~31 min17 HCP5 drills
Dispersion31%
Precision20%
Scoring16%
66% match
For LEVEL VI tees
Roll to tap-in range, for a 3-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Short Game~26 min3 HCP4 drills
Distance Control45%
Trajectory19%
Precision15%
59% match
For LEVEL VI tees
Save par consistently, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min17 HCP9 drills
Scoring33%
Accuracy20%
Dispersion10%
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Prepare for Tournaments at The Conservatory
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 The Conservatory
Get answers to common questions about playing The Conservatory and what to expect.
How difficult is The Conservatory for mid-handicap golfers?
From a scoring perspective, The Conservatory challenges consistency. Its 144.0 slope rating signals significant difficulty for players above a 15 handicap. The course rating of 77.5 reflects on scoring relative to par 71.
What tees should a 15 handicap play at The Conservatory?
A 15 handicap golfer should consider tees closer to 7381 yards. The back tees extend to 7740.0 yards, which makes approach shots longer and scoring more challenging.
What is considered a good score at The Conservatory?
With a course rating of 77.5 and par 71, a mid-handicap golfer would typically score in the mid to high 80s. Stronger players aiming to break 71 must manage approach shots and avoid penalty strokes.
How long is The Conservatory and how does yardage affect play?
Stretching to 7740.0 yards from the back tees, it tests distance control and approach consistency.
What type of course is The Conservatory 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 The Conservatory strategically challenging?
The combination of a slope rating of 144.0 and yardage reaching 7740.0 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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