39% match
For ROJAS tees
Check putter angle, for a 12-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Putting~18 min12 HCP3 drills
Alignment37%
Aim25%
Precision12%
Practice Programs
Complete Golf Practice Blueprint for La Esmeralda Country Club
Discover tailored practice programs for this course.
Total Programs
29
29 complete programs built for this course
Unique Drills
130
Total unique drills across all programs
Skill Pillars
12
Accuracy · Aim · Alignment · Dispersion · Distance Control · Green Reading
Session Durations
6
3 days , 4 days , 5 days , 6 days , 7 days , 9 days
AccuracyAimAlignmentDispersionDistance ControlGreen Reading+6 more
La Esmeralda Practice Profile
We've mapped a comprehensive practice profile for La Esmeralda, 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 25%Precision 21%Distance Control 20%Aim 18%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.
19.2
Average HCP
11.4
Minimum HCP
31.8
Maximum HCP
Top Drills
Featured Drills for La Esmeralda
Most-used drills from for this course. Practice as standalone drills or scroll down for full programs.
Putting18 min
Putting Aid: String Line, 10/20
Make 10 out of 20 putts, underneath the hanging string line.
Short Game26 min
Bump-n-Run | Deep Rough and Other | Above/Below Feet
Hit bump-n-run two buckets of balls (avg. bucket is 40 balls) from the sloped deep rough and other extreme grass types; one bucket with balls above feet level, and one bucket with balls below feet level.
Driving Range31 min
Driver | Y Area
Hit 15 balls to each Y area using driver only. Hit one bucket of ~50 balls. Count total number of successful shots.
Putting18 min
Putting Aid: Chalk Line, 10/20
Make 10 out of 20 putts over the chalk starting line.
![Diagram for Stop the Ball: Inside the Field, in a Row [Long]](https://cdn.prod.website-files.com/65d60f76badcce181f11dc50/6658863b3c0035ec4a158e8e_Slide16.PNG)
Putting18 min
Stop the Ball: Inside the Field, in a Row [Long]
Stop 5 balls in a row - one inside each field - to complete the challenge. If miss, fall back two fields.
![Diagram for Stop the Ball: to the Stick, Eyes Closed [Long]](https://cdn.prod.website-files.com/65d60f76badcce181f11dc50/665b4469ca4087c9c11b4297_Slide91.PNG)
Putting18 min
Stop the Ball: to the Stick, Eyes Closed [Long]
Stop the ball between the hole and an alignment stick with your eyes closed.
Course Details
Everything you need to know about La Esmeralda.
Contact Information
📞
Phone
+44 (0)1250 872622
📠
Fax
+44 (0) 1250 872622
✉️Email
jporrero@avantel.net
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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
Autopista México - Pachuca Km. 40.5, San Jeronimo Xonacahuacan, 55745 Méx., Mexico
Course Description
Club de Golf la Esmeralda is a 18-hole championship golf club located in Tecámac, Mexico. Designed by Pedro Güereca with advisory input from Davy Hoffman, the course is a par 72 that measures about 6,800 yards, featuring expansive fairways, water hazards and sand bunkers to challenge players of all levels. The club promotes a family-friendly environment with a variety of activities beyond golf, including memberships, social events, and other sports spaces, ensuring a safe and natural setting for the whole family. It operates year-round, open daily from 7:00 to 18:00, and provides spaces for events, dining, and leisure for members and guests alike.
18-hole golf course • par 72 • 6,800 yards • golf course distances • lake hazards • sand traps • family-friendly country club • Tecámac • mexico • golf memberships • corporate memberships • family memberships • social events • club spaces • sports and recreation • spa discounts • tennis and equestrian discounts • event spaces • venues for private events • championship course • country club • event venue • family-friendly recreation • water hazards • sand bunkers • tennis • equestrian • dining • Mexico • recreation
Course Information
Holes
18
Par
72
Type
Parkland
Opened
1996
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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 La Esmeralda, all within a single responsive scorecard.
Scorecard data available for ROJAS
Men's Tees
Women's Tees
A
AZULES Tee
Gender: MalePar 726380 yards5834 metersCR 69.4Bogey 94.3Slope 134
Gender: Male
Front Nine · CR 32.9 · BR 44.8 · Slope 128
Back Nine · CR 36.5 · BR 49.5 · Slope 140
| 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 | 5 | 3 | 4 | 3 | 34 | 5 | 4 | 5 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 5 | 38 | 72 |
| Handicap | 6 | 16 | 13 | 4 | 8 | 1 | 15 | 12 | 18 | — | 5 | 3 | 7 | 10 | 17 | 14 | 9 | 11 | 2 | — | — |
| Yardage | 359 | 153 | 319 | 382 | 364 | 535 | 178 | 349 | 160 | 2799 | 540 | 440 | 489 | 359 | 153 | 319 | 382 | 364 | 535 | 3581 | 6380 |
B
BLANCAS Tee
Gender: MalePar 726012 yards5497 metersCR 68.5Bogey 92.1Slope 127
Gender: Male
Front Nine · CR 32.4 · BR 43.5 · Slope 119
Back Nine · CR 36.1 · BR 48.6 · Slope 135
| 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 | 5 | 3 | 4 | 3 | 34 | 5 | 4 | 5 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 5 | 38 | 72 |
| Handicap | 6 | 16 | 13 | 4 | 8 | 1 | 15 | 12 | 18 | — | 5 | 3 | 7 | 10 | 17 | 14 | 9 | 11 | 2 | — | — |
| Yardage | 343 | 140 | 305 | 367 | 336 | 520 | 160 | 309 | 145 | 2625 | 515 | 400 | 461 | 343 | 140 | 305 | 367 | 336 | 520 | 3387 | 6012 |
P
PLATEADAS Tee
Gender: MalePar 724954 yards4530 metersCR 63.6Bogey 86.0Slope 121
Gender: Male
Front Nine · CR 30.6 · BR 41.3 · Slope 115
Back Nine · CR 33.0 · BR 44.7 · Slope 126
| 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 | 5 | 3 | 4 | 3 | 34 | 5 | 4 | 5 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 5 | 38 | 72 |
| Handicap | 6 | 16 | 13 | 4 | 8 | 1 | 15 | 12 | 18 | — | 5 | 3 | 7 | 10 | 17 | 14 | 9 | 11 | 2 | — | — |
| Yardage | 308 | 122 | 263 | 304 | 296 | 400 | 90 | 263 | 120 | 2166 | 439 | 293 | 363 | 308 | 122 | 263 | 304 | 296 | 400 | 2788 | 4954 |
R
ROJAS Tee
Gender: FemalePar 725436 yards4971 metersCR 70.3Bogey 103.6Slope 141
Gender: Female
Front Nine · CR 33.3 · BR 49.0 · Slope 133
Back Nine · CR 37.0 · BR 54.6 · Slope 149
| 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 | 5 | 3 | 4 | 3 | 34 | 5 | 4 | 5 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 5 | 38 | 72 |
| Handicap | 6 | 16 | 13 | 4 | 8 | 1 | 15 | 12 | 18 | — | 5 | 3 | 7 | 10 | 17 | 14 | 9 | 11 | 2 | — | — |
| Yardage | 328 | 128 | 273 | 357 | 315 | 440 | 132 | 274 | 135 | 2382 | 465 | 335 | 413 | 328 | 128 | 273 | 357 | 315 | 440 | 3054 | 5436 |
Programs
Skill-Based Practice Programs for La Esmeralda
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 29 Programs
% match to course practice profile30% match
For ROJAS tees
Visualize long lines, for a 11-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Putting~18 min10 HCP5 drills
Distance Control51%
Visualization40%
Dispersion9%
41% match
For ROJAS tees
Picture the roll, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min17 HCP6 drills
Scoring38%
Accuracy24%
Visualization23%
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Get Started59% match
For ROJAS tees
Save par, for a 22-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Short Game~26 min22 HCP7 drills
Scoring40%
Accuracy19%
Dispersion13%
12 Week Flagship Program for La Esmeralda
A complete and progressive long-term development curriculum mapped from easier to harder drills, specifically for La Esmeralda. Start with the basics and work your way towards more challenging drills. Commit to 12 weeks of training and get in proper shape. Four days counts as a week.
Week 1≤ 3 days
Putting · 9 ft (3m) only
Sink Mid-Distance Putts
Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 17.0
Weeks 1–3≤ 7 days
Short Game · Flop
Hit Flop & Avoid Big Numbers
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Weeks 4–5≤ 5 days
Driving Range · Wedges (LW,SW,GW,PW)
Control Wedge Roll
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Week 5≤ 3 days
Putting · 9 ft (3m) only
Reduce Missed Lines On All Shots
Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 12.0
Weeks 6–8≤ 7 days
Short Game · Bump'n'Run
Make Par Around the Green
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Weeks 8–9≤ 6 days
Driving Range · Driver
Driver Fairway Accuracy For Beginners
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Weeks 9–10≤ 5 days
Putting · Long (20+ ft)
Read Breaks Correctly On Each Long Putt
Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 10.0
Week 11≤ 3 days
Short Game · Pitch
Pitch 15–25 Yds From Fringe
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 34.0
Weeks 11–12≤ 4 days
Driving Range · Mid irons (7,6,5)
Improve Mid-Iron Accuracy
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
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47% match
For ROJAS tees
Control flight, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Driving Range~31 min35 HCP7 drills
Precision33%
Mechanics19%
Aim16%
73% match
For ROJAS tees
Maximize driver distance, for a 1-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Driving Range30-31 min0 HCP5 drills
Scoring30%
Precision24%
Dispersion13%
66% match
For ROJAS tees
Chip through gate, for a 22-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Short Game~26 min22 HCP4 drills
Aim37%
Alignment18%
Scoring16%
67% match
For ROJAS tees
Improve accuracy, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Driving Range~31 min17 HCP3 drills
Distance Control27%
Scoring20%
Trajectory20%
62% match
For AZULES tees
Sink with precision, for a 2-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Putting15-30 min2 HCP6 drills
Scoring35%
Precision29%
Aim14%
84% match
For AZULES tees
Roll the ball low and straight, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Short Game~26 min35 HCP9 drills
Scoring25%
Distance Control22%
Aim16%
61% match
For AZULES tees
Control the rollout distance, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min17 HCP7 drills
Scoring30%
Accuracy22%
Aim20%
73% match
For AZULES tees
Save par consistently, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min17 HCP3 drills
Distance Control22%
Precision20%
Aim13%
51% match
For AZULES tees
Get close to pin, for a 32-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Driving Range~31 min32 HCP9 drills
Precision35%
Trajectory17%
Scoring15%
52% match
For AZULES tees
Perfect long iron trajectory, for a 29-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Driving Range~31 min29 HCP7 drills
Trajectory30%
Precision22%
Mechanics19%
65% match
For AZULES tees
Reduce driver spread, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Driving Range~31 min17 HCP5 drills
Dispersion31%
Precision20%
Scoring16%
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Get Started27% match
For BLANCAS tees
Hit putts with both left and right breaks, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Putting~18 min17 HCP3 drills
Aim38%
Alignment23%
Stroke22%
73% match
For BLANCAS tees
Stop 2 feet away, for a 5-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Short Game~26 min5 HCP3 drills
Distance Control23%
Precision23%
Aim19%
69% match
For BLANCAS tees
Land 2-3 feet away, for a 11-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min11 HCP5 drills
Scoring24%
Precision16%
Distance Control16%
59% match
For BLANCAS tees
Roll to tap-in range, for a 3-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Short Game~26 min3 HCP4 drills
Distance Control45%
Trajectory19%
Precision15%
65% match
For BLANCAS tees
Hit within 5 yards, for a 7-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Driving Range~31 min7 HCP5 drills
Distance Control38%
Scoring24%
Trajectory13%
70% match
For BLANCAS tees
Center green hits, for a 13-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Driving Range30-31 min13 HCP6 drills
Dispersion35%
Distance Control19%
Scoring19%
69% match
For BLANCAS tees
Advantage from tee, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Driving Range30-31 min17 HCP4 drills
Scoring40%
Precision21%
Dispersion19%
41% match
For PLATEADAS tees
Practice uphill and downhill putts, for a 1-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Putting~18 min0 HCP6 drills
Visualization31%
Distance Control31%
Dispersion22%
59% match
For PLATEADAS tees
Keep par safe, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Short Game~26 min34 HCP3 drills
Aim40%
Scoring19%
Accuracy11%
72% match
For PLATEADAS tees
Flop from sand, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Short Game~26 min35 HCP9 drills
Scoring23%
Alignment23%
Distance Control18%
53% match
For PLATEADAS tees
Flop over hazards, for a 16-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min15 HCP5 drills
Alignment21%
Distance Control20%
Accuracy16%
47% match
For PLATEADAS tees
Improve accuracy, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Driving Range~31 min35 HCP4 drills
Mechanics23%
Precision22%
Trajectory15%
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Get personalized coaching and custom training programs tailored to your game.
Get Started44% match
For PLATEADAS tees
Hit fairways consistently, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Driving Range~31 min35 HCP6 drills
Precision29%
Mechanics23%
Trajectory19%
54% match
For PLATEADAS tees
Stop missed shots, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Driving Range~31 min35 HCP5 drills
Precision25%
Mechanics18%
Trajectory17%
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FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions about La Esmeralda
Get answers to common questions about playing La Esmeralda and what to expect.
How difficult is La Esmeralda for mid-handicap golfers?
From a scoring perspective, La Esmeralda challenges consistency. The 134.0 slope indicates balanced but noticeable difficulty. The course rating of 69.4 reflects on scoring relative to par 72.
What tees should a 15 handicap play at La Esmeralda?
A 15 handicap golfer should consider tees closer to 5667 yards. The back tees extend to 6380.0 yards, which makes approach shots longer and scoring more challenging.
What is considered a good score at La Esmeralda?
With a course rating of 69.4 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 La Esmeralda and how does yardage affect play?
Stretching to 6380.0 yards from the back tees, it does not overwhelm length but rewards accuracy.
What type of course is La Esmeralda 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 La Esmeralda strategically challenging?
The combination of a slope rating of 134.0 and yardage reaching 6380.0 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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