Sand from deep bunkers, for a 5-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Practice Programs
Complete Golf Practice Blueprint for Key West Golf Club
Discover tailored practice programs for this course.
Total Programs
47
47 complete programs built for this course
Unique Drills
207
Total unique drills across all programs
Skill Pillars
11
Accuracy · Aim · Alignment · Dispersion · Distance Control · Mechanics
Session Durations
7
3 days , 4 days , 5 days , 6 days , 7 days , 8 days , 9 days
Key West Golf Club Practice Profile
We've mapped a comprehensive practice profile for Key West Golf Club, 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 Key West Golf Club
Most-used drills from for this course. Practice as standalone drills or scroll down for full programs.
Stop the Ball: Circle [Long]
Stop the ball inside the circle.
Pitch | Parallel Ball Lines | Quadrants
Up to 5 players compete to stop a pitch shot inside the quadrant(s). The player with the most points at the end wins the challenge. 25 balls per player are needed.
Wedges (LW to PW) | Target Line (Shorter)
Hit to different targets using wedges only. Hit one bucket of ~50 balls.
Chip | Parallel Piles | Multiple Targets
Up to 5 players compete to stop a chip shot closest to the multiple target(s). The player with the most points at the end wins the challenge. One bucket of balls per player is needed.
Chip | Parallel Piles | 9 Stop Zones
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. One bucket of balls per player is needed.
Chip | Parallel Piles | Quadrants
Up to 5 players compete to stop a chip shot inside the quadrant(s). The player with the most points wins the challenge. One bucket of balls per player is needed.
Course Details
Everything you need to know about Key West Golf Club.
Contact Information
Phone
+44 (0)1250 872622
Fax
+44 (0) 1250 872622
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Facilities
Location
6450 College Rd, Key West, FL 33040, USA
Course Description
Key West Golf Club is an 18-hole championship golf course located at the entrance of Key West, Florida. Designed by Rees Jones, the course spans over 200 acres with tropical foliage and wildlife, offering a 6,500-yard par-70 layout challenging players of all abilities. The club emphasizes golf in paradise, featuring a memorable layout including the infamous Mangrove Hole, and provides tee time options and amenities for visitors and members alike. Located in Key West, the facility positions itself as a premier Caribbean-style golf experience in the United States.
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Course Information
Holes
18
Par
70
Type
Parkland
Architect
Rees Jones
Opened
1983
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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 Key West Golf Club, all within a single responsive scorecard.
Scorecard data available for RED
GOLD Tee
Gender: Female
Front Nine · CR 36.4 · BR 51.4 · Slope 127
Back Nine · CR 36.8 · BR 52.2 · Slope 131
| Hole | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | IN | 10 | 11 | 12 | 13 | 14 | 15 | 16 | 17 | 18 | OUT | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Par | 4 | 4 | 5 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 35 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 35 | 70 |
| Handicap | 15 | 7 | 3 | 13 | 17 | 1 | 9 | 5 | 11 | — | 10 | 4 | 8 | 14 | 16 | 6 | 18 | 12 | 2 | — | — |
| Yardage | 340 | 392 | 416 | 323 | 111 | 374 | 324 | 128 | 327 | 2735 | 339 | 402 | 318 | 140 | 311 | 356 | 107 | 287 | 496 | 2756 | 5491 |
GREEN Tee
Gender: Female
Front Nine · CR 32.2 · BR 45.4 · Slope 112
Back Nine · CR 31.6 · BR 45.1 · Slope 114
| Hole | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | IN | 10 | 11 | 12 | 13 | 14 | 15 | 16 | 17 | 18 | OUT | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Par | 4 | 4 | 5 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 35 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 35 | 70 |
| Handicap | 15 | 7 | 3 | 13 | 17 | 1 | 9 | 5 | 11 | — | 10 | 4 | 8 | 14 | 16 | 6 | 18 | 12 | 2 | — | — |
| Yardage | 233 | 278 | 295 | 239 | 91 | 260 | 233 | 120 | 247 | 1996 | 220 | 278 | 225 | 118 | 187 | 227 | 74 | 221 | 351 | 1901 | 3897 |
RED Tee
Gender: Female
Front Nine · CR 34.6 · BR 49.1 · Slope 123
Back Nine · CR 34.4 · BR 49.5 · 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 | 4 | 5 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 35 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 35 | 70 |
| Handicap | 15 | 7 | 3 | 13 | 17 | 1 | 9 | 5 | 11 | — | 10 | 4 | 8 | 14 | 16 | 6 | 18 | 12 | 2 | — | — |
| Yardage | 306 | 322 | 376 | 307 | 91 | 352 | 291 | 120 | 274 | 2439 | 273 | 371 | 292 | 118 | 274 | 289 | 74 | 276 | 434 | 2401 | 4840 |
WHITE Tee
Gender: Female
Front Nine · CR 37.5 · BR 53.0 · Slope 131
Back Nine · CR 37.8 · BR 53.8 · Slope 136
| Hole | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | IN | 10 | 11 | 12 | 13 | 14 | 15 | 16 | 17 | 18 | OUT | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Par | 4 | 4 | 5 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 35 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 35 | 70 |
| Handicap | 15 | 7 | 3 | 13 | 17 | 1 | 9 | 5 | 11 | — | 10 | 4 | 8 | 14 | 16 | 6 | 18 | 12 | 2 | — | — |
| Yardage | 361 | 430 | 441 | 336 | 133 | 393 | 345 | 140 | 352 | 2931 | 359 | 419 | 344 | 158 | 330 | 375 | 128 | 299 | 534 | 2946 | 5877 |
Programs
Skill-Based Practice Programs for Key West Golf Club
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 47 Programs
% match to course practice profileKeep par safe, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Reduce misses, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Advanced accuracy, for a 1-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
13 Week Flagship Program for Key West Golf Club
A complete and progressive long-term development curriculum mapped from easier to harder drills, specifically for Key West Golf Club. 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 · Long (20+ ft)
Eliminate Three-Putts
Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 17.0
Short Game · Bump'n'Run
Bump'n'Run From 5–10 Yds
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Driving Range · Woods (Hy,5W,3W)
Control 3-Wood Roll
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Putting · Long (20+ ft)
Hit Every Long Putt
Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 17.0
Short Game · Chip
Chip 5–15 Yds From Fringe
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Driving Range · Driver
Driver Fairway Accuracy For Beginners
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Putting · 3 ft (1m) only
Hit Center Of Cup From 3 Feet
Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 12.0
Short Game · Chip
Chip 5–15 Yds From Fringe
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Driving Range · Mid irons (7,6,5)
Improve Mid-Iron Accuracy
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Approach from hazards, for a 17-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Maximize greens in regulation, for a 1-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Turn into birdies, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Pinpoint mixed shots, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Hit intended line, for a 2-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
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Get StartedStop on a dime, for a 21-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Hit intended line, for a 24-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Pick line and commit, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Stop on a dime, for a 16-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Precision from tough lie, for a 4-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Stop on a dime, for a 20-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Turn into birdies, for a 20-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Work on alignment and starting line, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Chip to the green, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Escape safely, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Pitch long distances, for a 4-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Stop missing fairways, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
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Get StartedReduce misses, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Improve accuracy, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Match clubface, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Up-and-down contest, for a 17-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Chip through gate, for a 2-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Vary landing spot, for a 25-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Position feet correctly, for a 12-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Mix short game shots, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Pitch to the green, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Focus on clean contact, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Control 3-wood roll, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Advanced fairway accuracy, for a 1-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
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Get personalized coaching and custom training programs tailored to your game.
Get StartedAdvanced accuracy, for a 1-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Vary landing spot, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Pinpoint chips, for a 17-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Hit intended line, for a 2-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Precision from tough lie, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Pick line and commit, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Save par clutch, for a 17-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Set sights, for a 3-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Thread the gap, for a 7-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Work on alignment and starting line, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Roll the ball low and straight, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Sand from longer range, for a 15-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
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Get StartedLand near the pin, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Control distance inside 100, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Prepare for Tournaments at Key West Golf Club
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 Key West Golf Club
Get answers to common questions about playing Key West Golf Club and what to expect.
How difficult is Key West Golf Club for mid-handicap golfers?
Players often find Key West Golf Club technically exacting. A slope rating of 134.0 suggests a moderately demanding round. The course rating of 75.3 reflects on scoring relative to par 70.
What tees should a 15 handicap play at Key West Golf Club?
A 15 handicap golfer should consider tees closer to 4887 yards. The back tees extend to 5877.0 yards, which makes approach shots longer and scoring more challenging.
What is considered a good score at Key West Golf Club?
With a course rating of 75.3 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 Key West Golf Club and how does yardage affect play?
Measuring 5877.0 yards at maximum length, strategy outweighs power in most scoring situations.
What type of course is Key West Golf Club and how should I play it?
Key West Golf Club 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 Key West Golf Club strategically challenging?
The combination of a slope rating of 134.0 and yardage reaching 5877.0 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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