Practice Programs

Complete Golf Practice Blueprint for Itanhanga Golf Club

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Itanhanga, Rio de Janeiro, Brazil

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Total Programs

14 complete programs built for this course

Unique Drills

Total unique drills across all programs

Skill Pillars

Accuracy · Aim · Alignment · Dispersion · Distance Control · Mechanics

Session Durations

3 days , 4 days , 5 days , 6 days , 8 days , 9 days

AccuracyAimAlignmentDispersionDistance ControlMechanics+4 more

Itanhanga Practice Profile

We've mapped a comprehensive practice profile for Itanhanga, 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 25%Accuracy 17%Dispersion 15%Precision 15%

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.

19.5

Average HCP

10.8

Minimum HCP

33.6

Maximum HCP

Top Drills

Featured Drills for Itanhanga

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

Short Game26 min

Bump-n-Run | Parallel Ball Lines | Quadrants

Up to 5 players compete to stop a bump-n-run 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

Wedges (LW to PW) | Progressive Targets Challenge

Complete the Progressive Targets Challenge using wedges only. Hit one bucket of ~50 balls.

Short Game26 min

Bump-n-Run | Parallel Ball Lines | 9 Stop Zones

Align a bucket of balls next to the green (avg. bucket is 40 balls) into 2 parallel lines 20 balls per line and stop bump-n-run shots inside 9 Stop Zones. Count the number of successful stops.

Driving Range31 min

Wedges (LW to PW) | Impact and Follow Through

Work only on impact and follow through using wedges only. Hit one bucket of ~50 balls.

Short Game26 min

Bump-n-Run | Scattered Ball Lines | 9 Stop Zones

Scatter a bucket of balls next to the green (avg. bucket is 40 balls) into 8 equal lines of 5 balls and stop bump-n-run shots inside 9 Stop Zones. Count the number of successful stops.

Short Game26 min

Pitch | Perpendicular Piles | 3 Landing Zones

Up to 5 players compete to stop a pitch shot inside the landing zone(s). The player with the most points at the end wins the challenge. One bucket of balls per player is needed.

Course Details

Everything you need to know about Itanhanga.

Contact Information

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Phone

+44 (0)1250 872622

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Fax

+44 (0) 1250 872622

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contato@itanhanga.com.br

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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

Estrada da Barra da Tijuca, 2005

Course Description

Itanhangá Golf Club is a traditional private sports club located in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil, offering extensive athletic and leisure facilities. The club features two golf courses (18 and 9 holes), a driving range, polo fields, multiple tennis facilities, a swimming complex, a restaurant and several bars, along with wellness and children’s recreation areas. It emphasizes a blend of sport, culture, and social life in a spacious, secure environment. With a long history and a focus on member experience, Itanhangá provides a prestigious setting for golf, polo, tennis, and family-friendly activities.

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Course Information

Holes

Par

Type

Parkland

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Programs

Skill-Based Practice Programs for Itanhanga

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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Save Par On Every Approach

Land 3-4 feet away, for a 17-handicap player, ~15 minutes.

Short Game~26 min16 HCP5 drills

Distance Control32%

Accuracy22%

Alignment17%

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How close can you get? Challenge your short game limits

Pinpoint accuracy, for a 24-handicap player, ~20 minutes.

Short Game~26 min23 HCP6 drills

Distance Control24%

Precision22%

Scoring15%

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Stop Missed Wedge Shots

Control roll, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.

Driving Range~31 min35 HCP4 drills

Precision23%

Mechanics22%

Trajectory21%

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Can you avoid the rough from 150-200 yards?

Avoid rough with woods, for a 13-handicap player, ~15 minutes.

Driving Range~31 min13 HCP4 drills

Accuracy29%

Distance Control25%

Scoring21%

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12 Week Flagship Program for Itanhanga

A complete and progressive long-term development curriculum mapped from easier to harder drills, specifically for Itanhanga. Start with the basics and work your way towards more challenging drills. Commit to 12 weeks of training and get in proper shape. Four days counts as a week.

Week 1≤ 3 days

Short Game · Pitch

Pitch 15–25 Yds From Fringe

Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0

Weeks 1–2≤ 4 days

Short Game · Bump'n'Run

Turn Tough Lies into Easy Pars

Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 30.0

Weeks 2–3≤ 5 days

Short Game · Pitch

Can you hit your intended line from any lie?

Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 24.0

Weeks 4–5≤ 6 days

Short Game · Bump'n'Run

How close can you get? Challenge your short game limits

Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 23.0

Weeks 5–7≤ 7 days

Short Game · Bump'n'Run

How close can you get? Challenge your short game limits

Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 20.0

Weeks 7–9≤ 7 days

Short Game · Chip

Land 2–3 Feet From Pin

Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 17.0

Weeks 9–10≤ 4 days

Driving Range · Wedges (LW,SW,GW,PW)

Stop Missed Wedge Shots

Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0

Weeks 10–11≤ 3 days

Driving Range · Wedges (LW,SW,GW,PW)

Stop Missed Wedge Shots

Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0

Weeks 11–12≤ 3 days

Driving Range · Driver

Improve Driver Accuracy

Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 17.0

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Turn Tough Lies into Easy Pars

Save par, for a 31-handicap player, ~30 minutes.

Short Game~26 min30 HCP4 drills

Scoring43%

Alignment25%

Aim19%

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Convert Every Up-And-Down

Convert every opportunity, for a 3-handicap player, ~10 minutes.

Short Game~26 min3 HCP3 drills

Distance Control42%

Precision19%

Dispersion17%

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Pitch 15–25 Yds From Fringe

Land close to pin, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.

Short Game~26 min35 HCP3 drills

Alignment36%

Aim24%

Scoring20%

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How close can you get? Challenge your short game limits

Challenge limits, for a 20-handicap player, ~20 minutes.

Short Game~26 min20 HCP9 drills

Distance Control21%

Precision19%

Dispersion18%

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Land 2–3 Feet From Pin

Land close to pin, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.

Short Game~26 min17 HCP8 drills

Accuracy26%

Distance Control23%

Alignment20%

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Can you hit your intended line from any lie?

Dial in aim, for a 24-handicap player, ~20 minutes.

Short Game~26 min24 HCP5 drills

Aim33%

Scoring14%

Precision13%

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Green hunter: hit every long iron to the putting surface

Hit greens with long irons, for a 1-handicap player, ~10 minutes.

Driving Range~31 min0 HCP3 drills

Dispersion25%

Distance Control23%

Accuracy23%

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Improve Driver Accuracy

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

Driving Range~31 min17 HCP3 drills

Scoring27%

Dispersion20%

Precision17%

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Stop Missed Wedge Shots

Stop missed shots, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.

Driving Range~31 min35 HCP3 drills

Scoring27%

Precision21%

Trajectory18%

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Pick your line and stick it—mid iron accuracy

Stick to mid iron line, for a 1-handicap player, ~10 minutes.

Driving Range~31 min0 HCP3 drills

Distance Control25%

Accuracy25%

Dispersion23%

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Prepare for Tournaments at Itanhanga

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 Itanhanga

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

How difficult is Itanhanga for mid-handicap golfers?

From a scoring perspective, Itanhanga challenges consistency. 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 Itanhanga?

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 Itanhanga?

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 Itanhanga and how does yardage affect play?

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

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

Architecturally, it reflects a Parkland 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 Itanhanga 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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