Practice Programs
We studied this course layout and mapped exact drills around stroke index, handicap index and distances. Practice like you know East.
Total Programs
14
14 complete programs built for this course
Unique Drills
78
Total unique drills across all programs
Skill Pillars
10
Accuracy · Aim · Alignment · Dispersion · Distance Control · Mechanics
Session Durations
6
3 days , 4 days , 5 days , 6 days , 8 days , 9 days
We've mapped a comprehensive practice profile for East, 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: Inside the Field [Long]](https://cdn.prod.website-files.com/65d60f76badcce181f11dc50/665b3333053ac0f43d89ac0e_Slide71.PNG)
Stop the ball inside five fields to complete the challenge.
Scatter a bucket of balls (avg. bucket is 40 balls) into 8 equal lines of 5 balls and stop flop shots inside quadrants. Count the number of successes.
Complete the Ladder Challenge using long irons only. Hit one bucket of ~50 balls.
![Diagram for Stop the Ball: Circle [Long]](https://cdn.prod.website-files.com/65d60f76badcce181f11dc50/665b34a820f7fd508a0ef596_Slide75.PNG)
Stop the ball inside the circle.
![Diagram for Stop the Ball: Circle, Three Tees Triangle [Long]](https://cdn.prod.website-files.com/65d60f76badcce181f11dc50/665b37cd6d6fdd2b5373ac3a_Slide84.PNG)
Stop the ball inside the circle.
![Diagram for Stop the Ball: on the Fringe [Long]](https://cdn.prod.website-files.com/65d60f76badcce181f11dc50/665b3864bd3db72ba1e0224a_Slide86.PNG)
Stop the ball on the fringe. Hit 20 balls.
Everything you need to know about East.
Phone
+44 (0)1250 872622
Fax
+44 (0) 1250 872622
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2700 Gary Player Blvd
Laurel Oak Country Club is a private golf and country club located in Sarasota, Florida. The club features two championship golf courses, a tennis complex with Har-Tru courts, a swim center, and year‑round family activities, plus venues for weddings and exclusive events. It promotes a relaxed, refined, and welcoming atmosphere with a focus on social and recreational amenities for members and their families. The club is professionally managed by Hampton Golf.
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Holes
36
Par
72
Type
Parkland
Architect
Gary Player
Opened
1994
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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 East hole-by-hole data.
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Free eBook
Curated selection of drills based on East 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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% match to course practice profileHit putts with consistent tempo, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Sink long putts, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
A complete and progressive long-term development curriculum mapped from easier to harder drills, specifically for East. 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 41 days 58 page practice program designed specifically around this course hole by hole data.
Putting · Long (20+ ft)
Control Distance
Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 17.0
Putting · Long (20+ ft)
Visualize Line On Long Putts 20+ Feet
Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 17.0
Short Game · Flop
Set your sights high: aim for a soft landing
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 22.0
Short Game · Pitch
Can you stop the ball close from 30 yards?
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 20.0
Short Game · Sand
Save par with a clutch bunker shot—pressure drill
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 20.0
Driving Range · Short irons (9,8)
Pinpoint accuracy: leave yourself a tap-in
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Driving Range · Long irons (4,3,2)
Control the spin: height and roll as needed
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 29.0
Driving Range · Wedges (LW,SW,GW,PW)
Center of the green: reduce spread on wedges
Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 17.0
Driving Range · Short irons (9,8)
Improve Short Iron Accuracy
Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 17.0
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Precision from tough lie, for a 15-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Pick landing spot, for a 22-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Control long iron spin, for a 29-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Avoid trouble spots, for a 9-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Feel the distance, for a 20-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Turn into par saves, for a 21-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Chip from rough, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Get personalized coaching and custom training programs tailored to your game.
Get StartedFlop over hazards, for a 17-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Keep within 2 yards, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Leave tap-ins, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Control distance, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Reduce spread, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
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FAQ
Get answers to common questions about playing East and what to expect.
Players often find East technically exacting. This slope level makes it manageable compared to championship venues. The course rating of 70 reflects on scoring relative to par 72.
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 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.
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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