Practice Programs
We studied this course layout and mapped exact drills around stroke index, handicap index and distances. Practice like you know Carthagena.
Total Programs
39
39 complete programs built for this course
Unique Drills
162
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
We've mapped a comprehensive practice profile for Carthagena, 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.
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Skill Distribution
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
Most-used drills from for this course. Practice as standalone drills or scroll down for full programs.
![Diagram for Stop the Ball: Circle, in a Row [Long]](https://cdn.prod.website-files.com/65d60f76badcce181f11dc50/665889fa873430f527142a73_Slide24.PNG)
Eliminate long distance misses by stopping 5 balls inside the circle, in a row.
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.
Complete the Ladder Challenge using mid irons only. Hit one bucket of ~50 balls.
Up to 5 players compete to stop a pitch 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.
![Diagram for Stop the Ball: Circle, Eyes Closed [Long]](https://cdn.prod.website-files.com/65d60f76badcce181f11dc50/665b356193809ca2e8eb0df7_Slide77.PNG)
Stop the ball inside the circle with your eyes closed.
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. Up to 80 balls are needed.
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John O'Gaunt Golf Club is a golf club located in Bedfordshire, England, boasting two 18-hole golf courses and a beautiful Victorian-era clubhouse. It offers membership, visitors, and society days, as well as a pro shop and functions and weddings.
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Holes
36
Par
69
Type
Parkland
Architect
Hawtree Ltd
Opened
1948
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Scorecard
Toggle the colour-coded tees to reveal hole-by-hole pars, handicaps, yardages, and gender-specific ratings for Carthagena, all within a single responsive scorecard.
Scorecard data available for Yellow
Gender: Male
Front Nine · CR 33.3 · BR 44.3 · Slope 118
Back Nine · CR 35.5 · BR 47.8 · Slope 132
| Hole | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | IN | 10 | 11 | 12 | 13 | 14 | 15 | 16 | 17 | 18 | OUT | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Par | 4 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 33 | 5 | 3 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 5 | 36 | 69 |
| Handicap | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| Yardage | 391 | 161 | 313 | 289 | 430 | 151 | 456 | 155 | 371 | 2717 | 477 | 177 | 369 | 214 | 300 | 363 | 386 | 336 | 480 | 3102 | 5819 |
Gender: Male
Front Nine · CR 32.8 · BR 43.5 · Slope 115
Back Nine · CR 35.1 · BR 47.0 · Slope 128
| Hole | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | IN | 10 | 11 | 12 | 13 | 14 | 15 | 16 | 17 | 18 | OUT | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Par | 4 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 33 | 5 | 3 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 5 | 36 | 69 |
| Handicap | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| Yardage | 381 | 153 | 301 | 278 | 419 | 141 | 448 | 142 | 362 | 2625 | 464 | 166 | 359 | 205 | 293 | 353 | 375 | 325 | 470 | 3010 | 5635 |
Gender: Female
Front Nine · CR 34.2 · BR 48.9 · Slope 125
Back Nine · CR 36.9 · BR 52.2 · Slope 130
| Hole | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | IN | 10 | 11 | 12 | 13 | 14 | 15 | 16 | 17 | 18 | OUT | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Par | 4 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 5 | 3 | 4 | 34 | 5 | 3 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 5 | 36 | 70 |
| Handicap | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| Yardage | 362 | 134 | 279 | 257 | 398 | 115 | 424 | 125 | 353 | 2447 | 454 | 155 | 319 | 195 | 281 | 338 | 364 | 285 | 459 | 2850 | 5297 |
Drill Library
Explore the full on-course drill library built for this venue. Open any drill to review setup, coaching instructions, and target scoring benchmarks.
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Curated selection of drills based on Carthagena hole-by-hole data.
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Free eBook
Curated selection of drills based on Carthagena hole-by-hole data.
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Free eBook
Curated selection of drills based on Carthagena hole-by-hole data.
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Free eBook
Curated selection of drills based on Carthagena hole-by-hole data.
Available immediately. No cost. Download link + Email Delivery
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Free eBook
Curated selection of drills based on Carthagena hole-by-hole data.
Available immediately. No cost. Download link + Email Delivery
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Free eBook
Curated selection of drills based on Carthagena hole-by-hole data.
Available immediately. No cost. Download link + Email Delivery
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Free eBook
Curated selection of drills based on Carthagena hole-by-hole data.
Available immediately. No cost. Download link + Email Delivery
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Free eBook
Curated selection of drills based on Carthagena hole-by-hole data.
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Free eBook
Curated selection of drills based on Carthagena hole-by-hole data.
Available immediately. No cost. Download link + Email Delivery
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Free eBook
Curated selection of drills based on Carthagena hole-by-hole data.
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Programs
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 39 Programs
% match to course practice profileCommit to the stroke, for a 3-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Set up for success, for a 21-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
A complete and progressive long-term development curriculum mapped from easier to harder drills, specifically for Carthagena. Start with the basics and work your way towards more challenging drills. Commit to 11 weeks of training and get in proper shape. Four days counts as a week.
Full 44 days 61 page practice program designed specifically around this course hole by hole data.
Putting · Long (20+ ft)
Hit Every Long Putt
Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 17.0
Short Game · Chip
Avoid Three-Putts
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Driving Range · Mid irons (7,6,5)
Feet, hips, shoulders—consistent contact
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Putting · Long (20+ ft)
Control Roll On Every Long Putt
Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 14.0
Short Game · Chip
Avoid Three-Putts
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Driving Range · Mid irons (7,6,5)
Shape it right: fade or draw with mid irons
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 20.0
Putting · 9 ft (3m) only
Make Every Mid-Distance Putt
Difficulty: Expert · Program HCP 2.0
Short Game · Chip
Avoid Three-Putts
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Driving Range · Mid irons (7,6,5)
Land it close: set up par or better every time
Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 17.0
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Pick spot and trust, for a 24-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Save with mid irons, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Set a target, for a 32-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Practice line and speed, for a 3-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Avoid fat or thin shots, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Get personalized coaching and custom training programs tailored to your game.
Get StartedFocus on ball roll and finish position, for a 1-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Roll to tap-in range, for a 3-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Land close to pin, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Save par consistently, for a 15-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Control long iron distance, for a 6-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Hit Every Long Putt
Make Every 20+ Ft Putt
Avoid Three-Putts
Stick approaches, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Hit intended line, for a 2-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Avoid 3-Putt: Chip Inside Circle
Pinpoint chips, for a 22-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Get personalized coaching and custom training programs tailored to your game.
Get StartedPick line and commit, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Vary landing spot, for a 16-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Pinpoint pitches, for a 6-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Pick landing spot, for a 17-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Pinpoint mixed shots, for a 9-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Achieve long-range accuracy, for a 14-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Chip from rough, for a 17-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Avoid three-putts, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Land 3-4 feet away, for a 16-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Perfect mid iron flight, for a 21-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Avoid Three-Putts
Pick landing spot, for a 17-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Get personalized coaching and custom training programs tailored to your game.
Get StartedPick line and commit, for a 2-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Precision from tough lie, for a 15-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Turn into birdies, for a 20-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Hit intended line, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Pitch close, for a 17-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Thread the gap, for a 5-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Pinpoint mixed shots, for a 16-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Turn into birdies, for a 24-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
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FAQ
Get answers to common questions about playing Carthagena and what to expect.
From a scoring perspective, Carthagena challenges consistency. With a slope of 125.0, it remains playable for a wide handicap range. The course rating of 68.8 reflects on scoring relative to par 69.
A 15 handicap golfer should consider tees closer to 5558 yards. The back tees extend to 5819.0 yards, which makes approach shots longer and scoring more challenging.
With a course rating of 68.8 and par 69, a mid-handicap golfer would typically score in the mid to high 80s. Stronger players aiming to break 69 must manage approach shots and avoid penalty strokes.
Measuring 5819.0 yards at maximum length, strategy outweighs power in most scoring situations.
Carthagena 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.
The combination of a slope rating of 125.0 and yardage reaching 5819.0 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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