Practice Programs
We studied this course layout and mapped exact drills around stroke index, handicap index and distances. Practice like you know 1st Nine.
Total Programs
14
14 complete programs built for this course
Unique Drills
71
Total unique drills across all programs
Skill Pillars
12
Accuracy · Aim · Alignment · Dispersion · Distance Control · Green Reading
Session Durations
6
3 days , 5 days , 6 days , 7 days , 8 days , 9 days
We've mapped a comprehensive practice profile for 1st Nine, 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 over the chalk starting line.
Up to 5 players compete to stop a bump-n-run shot closest to the multiple target(s). The player with the most points wins the challenge. One bucket of balls per player is needed.
Discover strengths amongst woods a go-to shots and clubs worth utilizing. Hit one bucket of ~50 balls.
Up to 5 players compete to stop a bump-n-run shot in the bullseye. The best final score relative to PAR wins the challenge. Up to 80 balls are needed.
Complete the Alternate Targets Challenge using woods only. Hit one bucket of ~50 balls.
Make 10 out of 20 putts through the ball gate, using plane board.
Everything you need to know about 1st Nine.
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Carretera Malaga a Coin A-404, KM 14
Lauro Golf is a 27-hole golf resort and residential community located on the Costa del Sol in Málaga, Spain. The destination offers a natural golf course along with dining, lodging, and a range of sports facilities including padel, horse riding, and lawn bowls, all set within a unique natural environment. It also features a residential aspect with promotions and hotel project plans, emphasizing a integrated leisure lifestyle. The venue is positioned as a premier golf destination in Alhaurín de la Torre, combining sport, housing, and resort experiences.
27-hole golf • golf resort • residential community • golf academy • padel • horse riding • lawn bowls • golf tournaments • Costa del Sol • malaga • alhaurin de la torre • golf promotions • hotel project • golf club • golf course management • golf • golf services • golf facilities • leisure • sports
Holes
27
Par
36
Type
Parkland
Architect
Folco Nardi
Opened
2003
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Drill Library
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Curated selection of drills based on 1st Nine hole-by-hole data.
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Curated selection of drills based on 1st Nine hole-by-hole data.
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Free eBook
Curated selection of drills based on 1st Nine hole-by-hole data.
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Free eBook
Curated selection of drills based on 1st Nine hole-by-hole data.
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Free eBook
Curated selection of drills based on 1st Nine 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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Showing 14 Programs
% match to course practice profileHit putts with both left and right breaks, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Master touch, for a 25-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
A complete and progressive long-term development curriculum mapped from easier to harder drills, specifically for 1st Nine. 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.
Full 55 days 75 page practice program designed specifically around this course hole by hole data.
Putting · 9 ft (3m) only
Control 9 Ft 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
Short Game · Bump'n'Run
Master the art of touch: no more long comeback putts
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 25.0
Short Game · Chip
Close from Tough Lie
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 22.0
Short Game · Pitch
Up-and-down contest: how many can you save in a row?
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 20.0
Driving Range · Long irons (4,3,2)
Eliminate Hook With Long Irons
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 · Wedges (LW,SW,GW,PW)
Perfect your swing: mechanics for wedge success
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Driving Range · Woods (Hy,5W,3W)
Hit the fairway with the perfect arc
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 28.0
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Up-and-down contest, for a 20-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Improve 3-wood accuracy, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Eliminate hooks, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Save par consistently, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Use a short swing, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Precision from tough lie, for a 22-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Roll to tap-in range, for a 3-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
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Get StartedAvoid fat or thin shots, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Leave tap-ins, for a 12-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Control distance, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Fade or draw woods, for a 28-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Control distance 150-180, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
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FAQ
Get answers to common questions about playing 1st Nine and what to expect.
From a scoring perspective, 1st Nine challenges consistency. This slope level makes it manageable compared to championship venues. The course rating of 70 reflects on scoring relative to par 36.
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 36, a mid-handicap golfer would typically score in the mid to high 80s. Stronger players aiming to break 36 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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