Focus on ball roll and finish position, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Practice Programs
Complete Golf Practice Blueprint for Himmerland Golf & Country Club
Discover tailored practice programs for this course.
Total Programs
16
16 complete programs built for this course
Unique Drills
79
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
Garia Practice Profile
We've mapped a comprehensive practice profile for Garia, 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 Garia
Most-used drills from for this course. Practice as standalone drills or scroll down for full programs.
Putting Aid: Plane Board, Ball Gate, 10/20
Make 10 out of 20 putts through the ball gate, using plane board.
Flop | Rough | Above/Below Feet
Hit flop shot two buckets of balls (avg. bucket is 40 balls) from the sloped rough grass; one bucket with balls above feet level, and one bucket with balls below feet level.
Short irons (9,8) | Takeaway
Work only on takeaway using short irons only. Hit one bucket of ~50 balls.
Short irons (9,8) | Left-to-R and Right-to-L Shot
Produce left-to-right and right-to-left shots using short irons only. Hit one bucket of ~50 balls.
DIY Course Medium
Up to 5 players play medium-difficulty 9 hole ‘PAR 2’ DIY course. Best final score wins.
DIY Course Medium
Up to 5 players play medium-difficulty 9 hole ‘PAR 2’ DIY course. Best final score wins.
Course Details
Everything you need to know about Garia.
Contact Information
Phone
+44 (0)1250 872622
Fax
+44 (0) 1250 872622
hgcc@himmerlandgolf.dk
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Facilities
Location
Centervej 1, Gatten.
Course Description
Himmerland Golf & Spa Resort is located in northern Denmark and offers an extensive range of facilities for golfers, leisure guests and business guests alike. We have been known for our golf facilities since Himmerland Golf & Country Club was founded in 1979. Today, these facilities include two 18-hole golf courses, a 9-hole Pay & Play course, outstanding training facilities, a highly professional pro golf team and a large pro shop. Our ambition is to become Danish leaders in golf, and from 2014-2016 we have the honour of hosting the European Tour tournament, Made in Denmark. Over the years we have also worked on expanding our other facilities, aiming to create a resort of an international standard that could provide each and every guest with a unique experience. As a result, we can now offer a hotel with 60 rooms, a large spa & wellness centre, 3 restaurants, state-of-the-art conference facilities, swimming pool, bowling alley, fitness centre and much more. Which is why we now call ourselves Himmerland Golf & Spa Resort.
golf courses • spa and wellness • hotel accommodations • conference facilities • recreational amenities • professional golf training • northern denmark • hospitality
Course Information
Holes
45
Par
70
Type
Parkland
Architect
Jan Sederholm
Opened
1979
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Programs
Skill-Based Practice Programs for Garia
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 16 Programs
% match to course practice profilePractice line and speed, for a 3-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Save par clutch, for a 20-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Land within 2 feet, for a 2-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
13 Week Flagship Program for Garia
A complete and progressive long-term development curriculum mapped from easier to harder drills, specifically for Garia. 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 · 9 ft (3m) only
Sink Mid-Distance Putts
Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 17.0
Putting · 9 ft (3m) only
Make Every Mid-Distance Putt
Difficulty: Expert · Program HCP 2.0
Short Game · Bump'n'Run
Master the art of touch: no more long comeback putts
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 25.0
Short Game · Flop
Save par with a clutch flop—pressure drill
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 20.0
Short Game · Mixed
Save par with a clutch mixed shot—pressure drill
Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 19.0
Short Game · Pitch
Pitch 20–35 Yds From Fairway Or Rough
Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 17.0
Driving Range · Woods (Hy,5W,3W)
Control 3-Wood Roll
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Driving Range · Short irons (9,8)
Thread the gap: precision short irons to the pin
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 31.0
Driving Range · Short irons (9,8)
Shape the shot: fade or draw with short irons
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 26.0
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Get StartedGet close to pin, for a 32-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Hit within 5 yards, for a 7-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Master touch, for a 26-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Escape successfully, for a 4-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Up-and-down contest, for a 20-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Stick flops to green, for a 15-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Stick approaches, for a 16-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Pitch from fairway, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Perfect short iron arc, for a 26-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Control 3-wood dispersion, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Hit varying targets, for a 9-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Reduce misses, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
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Get StartedPrepare for Tournaments at Garia
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 Garia
Get answers to common questions about playing Garia and what to expect.
How difficult is Garia for mid-handicap golfers?
Garia is regarded as a strategically complex layout. With a slope of 120, it remains playable for a wide handicap range. The course rating of 70 reflects on scoring relative to par 70.
What tees should a 15 handicap play at Garia?
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 Garia?
With a course rating of 70 and par 70, a mid-handicap golfer would typically score in the mid to high 80s. Stronger players aiming to break 70 must manage approach shots and avoid penalty strokes.
How long is Garia 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 Garia and how should I play it?
Garia 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 Garia 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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