Practice Programs
We studied this course layout and mapped exact drills around stroke index, handicap index and distances. Practice like you know L'Ancresse.
Total Programs
14
14 complete programs built for this course
Unique Drills
62
Total unique drills across all programs
Skill Pillars
12
Accuracy · Aim · Alignment · Dispersion · Distance Control · Green Reading
Session Durations
6
3 days , 4 days , 6 days , 7 days , 8 days , 9 days
We've mapped a comprehensive practice profile for L'Ancresse, 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.
Make 10 out of 20 putts from in between two alignment sticks and through the ball gate.
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.
Work only on backswing using woods only. Hit one bucket of ~50 balls.
Work only on downswing using woods only. Hit one bucket of ~50 balls.
Work only on 'impact and follow through' using woods only. Hit one bucket of ~50 balls.
Make 10 out of 20 putts over the chalk starting line.
Everything you need to know about L'Ancresse.
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La Jaonneuse Road
Lancresse Golf Club, also known as L’Ancresse Golf Club, is a historic 18-hole championship golf course located on Guernsey in the Channel Islands. The club offers welcome clubhouse facilities and a fully equipped Pro-Shop on site, with visitor information and green fees available. The course is situated at the northern end of Guernsey with bays at Pembroke, L’Ancresse, Chouet and Grand Havre, providing coastal golf experiences. The club emphasizes its long-standing tradition and active social and competitive calendar, including open competitions and member events.
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Holes
18
Par
70
Type
Parkland
Architect
Mackenzie Ross
Opened
1890
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Drill Library
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Curated selection of drills based on L'Ancresse hole-by-hole data.
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Free eBook
Curated selection of drills based on L'Ancresse hole-by-hole data.
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Curated selection of drills based on L'Ancresse hole-by-hole data.
Available immediately. No cost. Download link + Email Delivery
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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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% match to course practice profileCheck putter angle, for a 12-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Stop 2 feet away, for a 3-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
A complete and progressive long-term development curriculum mapped from easier to harder drills, specifically for L'Ancresse. 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 43 days 60 page practice program designed specifically around this course hole by hole data.
Putting · 9 ft (3m) only
Reduce Missed Lines On All Shots
Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 12.0
Short Game · Chip
Chip 5–15 Yds From Fringe
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Short Game · Sand
Save par with a clutch bunker shot—pressure drill
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 30.0
Short Game · Bump'n'Run
Bump'n'Run 10–20 Yds
Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 17.0
Driving Range · Short irons (9,8)
Check your setup: avoid slices and hooks
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Driving Range · Woods (Hy,5W,3W)
Check your setup: does your swing match the shot?
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Driving Range · Wedges (LW,SW,GW,PW)
Feet, hips, shoulders—consistent contact
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Driving Range · Mid irons (7,6,5)
Mid-Iron Distance Control 150–180 Yards
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Driving Range · Woods (Hy,5W,3W)
Control the height: launch it high or low as needed
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 24.0
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Control the rollout distance, for a 17-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Precision shots, for a 0-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Consistent woods contact, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
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Get StartedVisualize perfect mixed, for a 17-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Turn into par saves, for a 30-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Stick chips near hole, for a 17-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Stop near the hole, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Stop missing greens, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Maximize driver distance, for a 1-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Perfect short iron swing, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Perfect wedge swing, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Fade or draw woods, for a 24-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
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FAQ
Get answers to common questions about playing L'Ancresse and what to expect.
From a scoring perspective, L'Ancresse challenges consistency. This slope level makes it manageable compared to championship venues. The course rating of 70 reflects on scoring relative to par 70.
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.
With a course rating of 70 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.
Stretching to 6500 yards from the back tees, it does not overwhelm length but rewards accuracy.
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.
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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