Practice Programs

Complete Golf Practice Blueprint for Jekyll Island Golf Club

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Jekyll Island, Georgia, United States of America
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Total Programs

44

44 complete programs built for this course

Unique Drills

191

Total unique drills across all programs

Skill Pillars

11

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+5 more

Pine Lakes Practice Profile

We've mapped a comprehensive practice profile for Pine Lakes, 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 27%Distance Control 25%Accuracy 19%Precision 14%Dispersion 13%

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
9.2
Minimum HCP
32.1
Maximum HCP

Top Drills

Featured Drills for Pine Lakes

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

Diagram for Stop the Ball: Inside the Field [Long]
Putting15 min

Stop the Ball: Inside the Field [Long]

Stop the ball inside five fields to complete the challenge.

Diagram for Chip | Parallel Ball Lines | 9 Stop Zones
Short Game26 min

Chip | Parallel Ball Lines | 9 Stop Zones

Align a bucket of balls (avg. bucket is 40 balls) into 2 parallel lines 20 balls per line and stop chip shots inside 9 Stop Zones. Count the number of successful stops.

Diagram for Wedges (LW to PW) | Birdie-Par-Bogey Radius
Driving Range31 min

Wedges (LW to PW) | Birdie-Par-Bogey Radius

Use wedges only to land the ball inside the radius. Hit one bucket of ~50 balls. Keep the score relative to PAR.

Diagram for Chip | Perpendicular Piles | Bullseye 2x
Short Game26 min

Chip | Perpendicular Piles | Bullseye 2x

Align a bucket of balls (avg. bucket is 40 balls) into 10 equal perpendicular piles of 4 balls and stop chip shots inside the Bullseye. Count the number of balls in the inner and outer Bullseye.

Diagram for Chip | Deep Rough and Other | Uphill/Downhill
Short Game26 min

Chip | Deep Rough and Other | Uphill/Downhill

Up to 5 players hit two buckets of balls (avg. bucket is 40 balls) from the sloped deep rough and other extreme grass types; one bucket from the uphill slope and one bucket from the downhill slope.

Diagram for Chip | Fairway | Flat
Short Game26 min

Chip | Fairway | Flat

Hit two buckets of balls (avg. bucket is 40 balls) from the flat fairway.

Course Details

Everything you need to know about Pine Lakes.

Contact Information

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Phone

+44 (0)1250 872622

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Fax

+44 (0) 1250 872622

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Email

golf@jekyllisland.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

322 Captain Wylly Road

Course Description

The Jekyll Island Authority (JIA) is a self-supporting state entity that manages and preserves Jekyll Island, Georgia. Established in 1950, the JIA focuses on balancing nature and human activities to ensure the island remains a vibrant and sustainable destination. It operates without tax revenues, relying on income from leases, fees, and amenities.The authority is responsible for conservation and management of the island's ecosystem, promoting sustainable tourism, and providing essential services to residents and businesses. JIA oversees various recreational facilities and attractions, including the island's beaches, marshes, and historical sites like the Jekyll Island Club. Its mission is to enhance the quality of life for residents while attracting visitors to experience the island's natural beauty and historical significance.

coastal conservation • sea turtle center • wildlife programs • historic district tours • ga state park • mosaic museum • beaches georgia • trolley tours • turtle rehabilitation • island attractions • vacation destination georgia • conservation education • ga coastal tourism • summer waves water park • volunteer opportunities • park governance • visitor guides • georgia geotourism • ecotourism georgia • beach resort • vacation destination • island management • amenity operations • eco-tourism • tourism

Course Information

Holes

63

Par

72

Type

Parkland

Architect

Dick Wilson/Joe Lee/R Clyde Johnston

Opened

1968

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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 Pine Lakes, all within a single responsive scorecard.

Scorecard data available for White

Tee Insight:This course delivers steady challenges through long par fours and fives that tempt aggressive plays but risk big scores on misses, with even pressure across front and back nines forcing smart decisions every hole.
B

Blue Tee

Gender: MalePar 726690 yards6117 metersCR 71.4Bogey 95.0Slope 127

Gender: Male

Front Nine · CR 35.9 · BR 47.7 · Slope 127

Back Nine · CR 35.5 · BR 47.3 · Slope 127

Hole123456789IN101112131415161718OUTTotal
Par543443544364544354343672
Handicap913157317111582101218416146
Yardage527390172418385183525377408338537249635136820052034820244833056690

Programs

Skill-Based Practice Programs for Pine Lakes

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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13 Week Flagship Program for Pine Lakes

A complete and progressive long-term development curriculum mapped from easier to harder drills, specifically for Pine Lakes. 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 14 days

Putting · Long (20+ ft)

Eliminate Three-Putts

Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 17.0

Weeks 2–37 days

Short Game · Chip

Avoid Three-Putts

Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0

Weeks 3–57 days

Driving Range · Woods (Hy,5W,3W)

Control 3-Wood Roll

Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0

Weeks 5–64 days

Putting · Long (20+ ft)

Hit Every Long Putt

Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 17.0

Weeks 6–87 days

Short Game · Pitch

Land Close To Pin

Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0

Week 93 days

Driving Range · Short irons (9,8)

Thread the gap: precision short irons to the pin

Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0

Weeks 9–105 days

Putting · 3 ft (1m) only

Make Putts Inside 3 Feet Precisely

Difficulty: Expert · Program HCP 2.0

Weeks 11–126 days

Short Game · Pitch

Land Close To Pin

Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0

Weeks 12–135 days

Driving Range · Long irons (4,3,2)

Center of the green: reduce spread on irons

Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 17.0

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35% match
For White tees

Control 3-wood dispersion, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.

Driving Range~31 min35 HCP8 drills
Precision28%
Mechanics17%
Trajectory16%
65% match
For White tees

Up-and-down contest, for a 17-handicap player, ~15 minutes.

Short Game~26 min17 HCP5 drills
Scoring20%
Precision19%
Accuracy12%
59% match
For White tees

Chip through gate, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.

Short Game~26 min35 HCP9 drills
Aim25%
Distance Control23%
Scoring19%

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39% match
For Blue tees

Check setup, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.

Short Game~26 min35 HCP8 drills
Alignment33%
Aim24%
Scoring16%
63% match
For Blue tees

Match clubface, for a 17-handicap player, ~15 minutes.

Short Game~26 min17 HCP4 drills
Alignment25%
Accuracy23%
Distance Control18%
65% match
For Blue tees

Chip through gate, for a 2-handicap player, ~10 minutes.

Short Game~26 min2 HCP4 drills
Aim25%
Distance Control24%
Precision14%

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62% match
For Blue tees

Vary landing spot, for a 25-handicap player, ~20 minutes.

Short Game~26 min25 HCP9 drills
Distance Control32%
Accuracy22%
Alignment18%
66% match
For Blue tees

Stop on a dime, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.

Short Game~26 min35 HCP6 drills
Distance Control24%
Scoring22%
Alignment18%

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Prepare for Tournaments at Pine Lakes

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No upcoming tournaments at this time.

FAQ

Frequently Asked Questions about Pine Lakes

Get answers to common questions about playing Pine Lakes and what to expect.

How difficult is Pine Lakes for mid-handicap golfers?

Pine Lakes is regarded as a strategically complex layout. This slope level makes it manageable compared to championship venues. The course rating of 71.4 reflects on scoring relative to par 72.

What tees should a 15 handicap play at Pine Lakes?

A 15 handicap golfer should consider tees closer to 5830 yards. The back tees extend to 6690.0 yards, which makes approach shots longer and scoring more challenging.

What is considered a good score at Pine Lakes?

With a course rating of 71.4 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 Pine Lakes and how does yardage affect play?

Stretching to 6690.0 yards from the back tees, it does not overwhelm length but rewards accuracy.

What type of course is Pine Lakes 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 Pine Lakes strategically challenging?

The combination of a slope rating of 127.0 and yardage reaching 6690.0 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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