Practice Programs

Complete Golf Practice Blueprint for Lake Venice Golf Club

Discover tailored practice programs for this course.

Venice, Florida, United States of America

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Total Programs

12 complete programs built for this course

Unique Drills

Total unique drills across all programs

Skill Pillars

Accuracy · Aim · Alignment · Dispersion · Distance Control · Green Reading

Session Durations

3 days , 4 days , 5 days , 6 days , 8 days , 9 days

AccuracyAimAlignmentDispersionDistance ControlGreen Reading+5 more

Third/First Practice Profile

We've mapped a comprehensive practice profile for Third/First, 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 30%Distance Control 22%Accuracy 18%Precision 16%Dispersion 12%

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.

18.8

Average HCP

11.2

Minimum HCP

32.6

Maximum HCP

Top Drills

Featured Drills for Third/First

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

Short Game26 min

Bump-n-Run | Fairway | Flat

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

Driving Range31 min

All woods (Hy to Dr) | Alternate Targets Challenge

Complete the Alternate Targets Challenge using woods only. Hit one bucket of ~50 balls.

Short Game26 min

Bump-n-Run | Deep Rough and Other | Flat

Up to 5 players hit bump-n-run shot two buckets of balls (avg. bucket is 40 balls) from the flat deep rough and other extreme grass types.

Driving Range31 min

Driver | Ladder Challenge

Complete the Ladder Challenge using driver only. Hit one bucket of ~50 balls.

Short Game26 min

Flop | Parallel Ball Lines | 3 Landing Zones

Up to 5 players compete to stop a flop shot inside the landing zone(s). The player with the most points at the end wins the challenge. Up to 80 balls are needed.

Driving Range31 min

All woods (Hy to Dr) | Progressive Targets Challenge

Complete the Progressive Targets Challenge using woods only. Hit one bucket of ~50 balls.

Course Details

Everything you need to know about Third/First.

Contact Information

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Phone

+44 (0)1250 872622

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Fax

+44 (0) 1250 872622

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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

1801 South Harbor Drive

Course Description

Lake Venice Golf Club is a public golf course located on the island of Venice, Florida, offering a 27-hole layout designed by Mark Mahannah and renovated to refresh holes 19-27. The club emphasizes golf with scenic views adjacent to the Gulf of Mexico and a rolling schedule that is open to the public, including a driving range and annual memberships. It highlights award-winning status and Gulf Coast setting, providing a traditional golf experience near Venice, Florida.

27-hole golf course • public golf course • venice florida golf • mark mahannah design • gulf of mexico views • driving range • membership available • walk or ride tees • golf club amenities • golf course history • venice gulf coast • open to the public • gulf coast golf • award-winning golf course • best public golf venice • golf • golf club • recreation • sports • Venice

Course Information

Holes

Par

Type

Parkland

Architect

Mark Mahannah

Opened

1959

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Programs

Skill-Based Practice Programs for Third/First

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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Set your sights high: aim for a soft landing

Pick landing spot, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.

Short Game25-26 min35 HCP3 drills

Aim35%

Alignment30%

Scoring17%

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Save Par From Fringe

Save par consistently, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.

Short Game~26 min17 HCP8 drills

Scoring32%

Accuracy22%

Precision13%

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3-Wood Distance Accuracy

Reduce spread, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.

Driving Range30-31 min17 HCP6 drills

Precision34%

Dispersion25%

Scoring15%

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Control Driver Flight Path

Improve driver accuracy, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.

Driving Range~31 min17 HCP3 drills

Scoring27%

Dispersion20%

Precision17%

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14 Week Flagship Program for Third/First

A complete and progressive long-term development curriculum mapped from easier to harder drills, specifically for Third/First. Start with the basics and work your way towards more challenging drills. Commit to 14 weeks of training and get in proper shape. Four days counts as a week.

Week 1≤ 3 days

Short Game · Flop

Set your sights high: aim for a soft landing

Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0

Weeks 1–3≤ 7 days

Short Game · Chip

Save Par with Clutch Chip

Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 28.0

Weeks 3–5≤ 7 days

Short Game · Flop

Can you stop the ball close from a tight lie?

Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 19.0

Weeks 6–7≤ 5 days

Short Game · Bump'n'Run

Land Ball 2–3 Feet From Pin

Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 17.0

Weeks 7–9≤ 7 days

Short Game · Bump'n'Run

Save Par From Fringe

Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 17.0

Weeks 9–11≤ 7 days

Short Game · Pitch

Pitch 20–35 Yds From Fairway Or Rough

Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 16.0

Weeks 11–12≤ 5 days

Driving Range · Woods (Hy,5W,3W)

3-Wood Dispersion Control For Beginners

Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0

Weeks 12–13≤ 6 days

Driving Range · Woods (Hy,5W,3W)

3-Wood Distance Accuracy

Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 17.0

Week 14≤ 3 days

Driving Range · Driver

Control Driver Flight Path

Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 17.0

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Can you stop the ball close from a tight lie?

Stop close from tight lie, for a 20-handicap player, ~15 minutes.

Short Game~26 min19 HCP9 drills

Distance Control33%

Accuracy18%

Alignment18%

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Save Par with Clutch Chip

Save par clutch, for a 28-handicap player, ~20 minutes.

Short Game~26 min28 HCP8 drills

Scoring32%

Aim20%

Alignment14%

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Stop 2 Feet From Hole

Land softly, for a 2-handicap player, ~10 minutes.

Short Game~26 min2 HCP5 drills

Distance Control24%

Scoring19%

Precision16%

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Land Ball 2–3 Feet From Pin

Land near the pin, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.

Short Game~26 min17 HCP5 drills

Scoring32%

Accuracy31%

Green Reading12%

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Pitch 20–35 Yds From Fairway Or Rough

Save par on approaches, for a 16-handicap player, ~15 minutes.

Short Game~26 min16 HCP8 drills

Accuracy26%

Distance Control22%

Scoring17%

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Fairway finder: hit every 3-wood to the short grass

Hit every fairway, for a 13-handicap player, ~15 minutes.

Driving Range~31 min13 HCP4 drills

Accuracy29%

Distance Control25%

Scoring21%

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Lag it long: can you control your driver distance every time?

Reach target zones, for a 6-handicap player, ~10 minutes.

Driving Range~31 min6 HCP3 drills

Distance Control35%

Scoring23%

Trajectory22%

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3-Wood Dispersion Control For Beginners

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

Driving Range~31 min35 HCP5 drills

Precision25%

Aim16%

Scoring15%

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Prepare for Tournaments at Third/First

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 Third/First

Get answers to common questions about playing Third/First and what to expect.

How difficult is Third/First for mid-handicap golfers?

Third/First is regarded as a strategically complex layout. With a slope of 120, it remains playable for a wide handicap range. The course rating of 70 reflects on scoring relative to par 72.

What tees should a 15 handicap play at Third/First?

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.

What is considered a good score at Third/First?

With a course rating of 70 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 Third/First and how does yardage affect play?

Measuring 6500 yards at maximum length, scoring depends more on placement than raw power.

What type of course is Third/First and how should I play it?

Third/First 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 Third/First strategically challenging?

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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