Account for slope, for a 2-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Putting18-24 min2 HCP3 drills
Precision45%
Scoring33%
Aim13%
Practice Programs
Complete Golf Practice Blueprint for Izatys Resort
Discover tailored practice programs for this course.
Total Programs
15
15 complete programs built for this course
Unique Drills
81
Total unique drills across all programs
Skill Pillars
12
Accuracy · Aim · Alignment · Dispersion · Distance Control · Green Reading
Session Durations
6
3 days , 5 days , 6 days , 7 days , 8 days , 9 days
AccuracyAimAlignmentDispersionDistance ControlGreen Reading+6 more
Sanctuary Practice Profile
We've mapped a comprehensive practice profile for Sanctuary, 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 29%Precision 25%Distance Control 20%Trajectory 12%Dispersion 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.
15.1
Average HCP
8.1
Minimum HCP
27.7
Maximum HCP
Top Drills
Featured Drills for Sanctuary
Most-used drills from for this course. Practice as standalone drills or scroll down for full programs.
Putting24 min
Around the Hole: 8 Ball Circle, 4/8
Make 4 out of 8 putts from [6 ft | 2 m], 5 times in total.
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.
Driving Range31 min
All woods (Hy to Dr) | Progressive Targets Challenge
Complete the Progressive Targets Challenge using woods only. Hit one bucket of ~50 balls.
Short Game26 min
Flop | Parallel Piles | 9 Stop Zones
Up to 5 players compete to stop a flop 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.
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 | Parallel Ball Lines | 3 Landing Zones
Up to 5 players compete to stop a flop shot inside the landing zone(s). The player with the most points at the end wins the challenge. Up to 80 balls are needed.
Course Details
Everything you need to know about Sanctuary.
Contact Information
📞
Phone
+44 (0)1250 872622
📠
Fax
+44 (0) 1250 872622
✉️Email
izatysres@izatys.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
40005 85th Avenue
Course Description
Izatys is a historic golf resort located on the southern shore of Mille Lacs Lake in Onamia, Minnesota. The property features an 18-hole championship Black Brook golf course, waterfront lodging options including The Inn at Izatys and Lakeside Beach Villas, and a marina with various rentals. It hosts stays, weddings, corporate and family events, and offers stay-and-play packages and multiple recreation activities, reflecting a long-standing vacation destination since 1921. The resort emphasizes northern hospitality and lakefront leisure across lodging, golf, and event facilities.
lake mille lacs golf • 18-hole championship golf • wedding venue • lakefront lodging • inn at izatys • beach villas and townhomes • marina and rental services • stay and play packages • private events venue • golf rates • signature holes • waterfront event center • lakeside recreation • golf and marina • izatys amenities • resort • vacation • lake activities • golfing • boating • fishing • event hosting • hospitality
Course Information
Holes
36
Par
36
Type
Parkland
Architect
John Harbottle III
Opened
1998
Google Reviews
Business Claimed
⭐4.0(475 reviews)
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Programs
Skill-Based Practice Programs for Sanctuary
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 15 Programs
% match to course practice profilePosition feet correctly, for a 12-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Putting18-30 min12 HCP3 drills
Alignment37%
Aim22%
Stroke13%
Flop over hazards, for a 17-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min16 HCP7 drills
Accuracy27%
Distance Control26%
Scoring19%
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Get StartedLand 2-3 feet away, for a 15-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min14 HCP9 drills
Distance Control27%
Aim20%
Scoring12%
14 Week Flagship Program for Sanctuary
A complete and progressive long-term development curriculum mapped from easier to harder drills, specifically for Sanctuary. Start with the basics and work your way towards more challenging drills. Commit to 14 weeks of training and get in proper shape. Four days counts as a week.
Week 1≤ 3 days
Putting · 3 ft (1m) only
Align Putter Face For Accurate 3 Foot Putts
Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 12.0
Weeks 1–2≤ 3 days
Putting · 6 ft (2m) only
Stop Missed Opportunities On Mid Putts
Difficulty: Expert · Program HCP 2.0
Weeks 2–4≤ 7 days
Short Game · Mixed
Keep Ball Near Hole
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Weeks 4–6≤ 7 days
Short Game · Flop
Land 3–4 Feet From Pin
Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 16.0
Weeks 6–8≤ 7 days
Short Game · Sand
Sand 10–25 Yds
Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 14.0
Weeks 8–10≤ 7 days
Driving Range · Woods (Hy,5W,3W)
Control 3-Wood Roll
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Weeks 10–12≤ 7 days
Driving Range · Short irons (9,8)
Hit the green with the perfect arc
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 30.0
Weeks 12–13≤ 5 days
Driving Range · Woods (Hy,5W,3W)
Control the height: launch it high or low as needed
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 22.0
Week 14≤ 3 days
Driving Range · Driver
Driver Distance Consistency 200+ Yards
Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 17.0
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Precision shots, for a 1-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Driving Range30-31 min0 HCP5 drills
Scoring34%
Dispersion21%
Precision16%
Advanced fairway accuracy, for a 1-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Driving Range30-31 min0 HCP6 drills
Scoring29%
Precision20%
Trajectory13%
Stop 2 feet away, for a 3-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Short Game~26 min3 HCP9 drills
Precision24%
Distance Control22%
Dispersion13%
Make par, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Short Game~26 min35 HCP9 drills
Scoring44%
Distance Control34%
Visualization22%
Flop from bunkers, for a 2-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Short Game~26 min2 HCP8 drills
Precision31%
Aim22%
Scoring14%
Control short iron height, for a 30-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Driving Range~31 min30 HCP8 drills
Trajectory30%
Mechanics23%
Precision23%
Control 3-wood dispersion, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Driving Range~31 min35 HCP8 drills
Precision28%
Mechanics17%
Trajectory16%
Control woods rollout, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Driving Range~31 min17 HCP3 drills
Distance Control28%
Accuracy23%
Scoring18%
Improve driver accuracy, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Driving Range~31 min17 HCP3 drills
Scoring27%
Dispersion20%
Precision17%
Reduce misses, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Driving Range30-43 min17 HCP3 drills
Dispersion28%
Scoring27%
Distance Control25%
Control woods height, for a 22-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Driving Range~31 min22 HCP5 drills
Precision31%
Trajectory24%
Scoring19%
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Prepare for Tournaments at Sanctuary
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FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions about Sanctuary
Get answers to common questions about playing Sanctuary and what to expect.
How difficult is Sanctuary for mid-handicap golfers?
Sanctuary is regarded as a strategically complex layout. This slope level makes it manageable compared to championship venues. The course rating of 70 reflects on scoring relative to par 36.
What tees should a 15 handicap play at Sanctuary?
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 Sanctuary?
With a course rating of 70 and par 36, a mid-handicap golfer would typically score in the mid to high 80s. Stronger players aiming to break 36 must manage approach shots and avoid penalty strokes.
How long is Sanctuary and how does yardage affect play?
Stretching to 6500 yards from the back tees, it does not overwhelm length but rewards accuracy.
What type of course is Sanctuary 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 Sanctuary 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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