Practice Programs

Complete Golf Practice Blueprint for Les Bordes Golf Club

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Total Programs

19 complete programs built for this course

Unique Drills

Total unique drills across all programs

Skill Pillars

Accuracy · Aim · Alignment · Dispersion · Distance Control · Mechanics

Session Durations

3 days , 4 days , 5 days , 6 days , 7 days , 8 days , 9 days

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Le Bel Air Practice Profile

We've mapped a comprehensive practice profile for Le Bel Air, 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 26%Distance Control 22%Precision 21%Aim 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.

17.2

Average HCP

8.7

Minimum HCP

32.2

Maximum HCP

Top Drills

Featured Drills for Le Bel Air

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

Putting18 min

Putting Aid: Chalk Line, 10/20

Make 10 out of 20 putts over the chalk starting line.

Short Game26 min

Chip | Scattered Piles | Bullseye 2x

Up to 5 players compete to stop a chip shot in the bullseye. The best final score relative to PAR wins the challenge. One bucket of balls per player is needed.

Driving Range31 min

Mid irons (7,6,5) | Backswing

Work only on backswing using mid irons only. Hit one bucket of ~50 balls.

Driving Range31 min

Mid irons (7,6,5) | Takeaway

Work only on takeaway using mid irons only. Hit one bucket of ~50 balls.

Putting18 min

Putting Aid: String Line, 10/20

Make 10 out of 20 putts, underneath the hanging string line.

Driving Range31 min

Woods (Hy to 3W) | Opposite Shots Challenge

Complete the Opposite Shots Challenge using woods only. Hit one bucket of ~50 balls.

Course Details

Everything you need to know about Le Bel Air.

Contact Information

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Phone

+44 (0)1250 872622

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Fax

+44 (0) 1250 872622

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isabelle.sautenet@lesbordes.com

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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

Prieure de Ganay

Course Description

Les Bordes Estate is a majestic 1,400-acre property in France's Loire, 90-minutes from Paris. A one-of-a-kind haven that defines the concept of understated luxury and provides an authentic connection to its unparalleled surroundings.The second largest private development in France and Western Europe, this exclusive community brings to life the best of world-class golf, luxury homes, family-friendly amenities, a rich history and an innate connection to nature for pursuitists from around the globe. Les Bordes Estate is home to Les Bordes Golf Club, one of the world's most acclaimed private facilities, which features two championship courses, the Old Course and New Course, and a par three course, the Wild Piglet designed by globally-renowned golf course architects. The Old Course is Robert Von Hagge's masterpiece and has been consistently ranked amongst the top three golf courses in Europe over the past 30 years. The New Course, designed by acclaimed golf course architects Gil Hanse and Jim Wagner was recently named among GOLF Magazine's Top 100 Courses in the world. To find out more about golf memberships, please visit our website.Most recently, Les Bordes Estate is delighted to present Cour du Baron, a collection of exquisite family homes designed by award-winning Soho House designers, Michaelis Boyd. Nestled in the tranquility of the Loire Valley, Cour du Baron homes range from three to seven bedrooms and offer lush landscaping, idyllic views and privacy. To enquire about Cour du Baron homes, please visit our website.The future is bright at Les Bordes Estate, as it will soon be home to the newest Six Senses Hotels Resort and Spa – a pioneer of sustainable hospitality.

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Course Information

Holes

Type

Parkland

Architect

Robert von Hagge

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Programs

Skill-Based Practice Programs for Le Bel Air

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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Reduce Missed Lines On All Shots

Check putter angle, for a 12-handicap player, ~15 minutes.

Putting~18 min12 HCP3 drills

Alignment37%

Aim25%

Precision12%

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Hit Every Long Putt

Work on alignment and starting line, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.

Putting15-27 min17 HCP3 drills

Distance Control47%

Visualization33%

Dispersion12%

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Save Par with Clutch Chip

Up-and-down contest, for a 31-handicap player, ~30 minutes.

Short Game~26 min30 HCP4 drills

Distance Control24%

Scoring23%

Alignment13%

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See your pitch landing and rolling out—then execute

See landing and roll, for a 14-handicap player, ~15 minutes.

Short Game~26 min13 HCP3 drills

Scoring45%

Accuracy31%

Visualization24%

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12 Week Flagship Program for Le Bel Air

A complete and progressive long-term development curriculum mapped from easier to harder drills, specifically for Le Bel Air. 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 · Long (20+ ft)

Hit Every Long Putt

Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 17.0

Weeks 1–3≤ 6 days

Short Game · Chip

Chip 5–15 Yds From Fringe

Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0

Weeks 3–4≤ 4 days

Driving Range · Mid irons (7,6,5)

Check your setup: avoid fat or thin shots

Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0

Week 4≤ 3 days

Putting · 9 ft (3m) only

Pace Putts To Hole

Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 17.0

Week 5≤ 4 days

Short Game · Chip

Save Par with Clutch Chip

Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 30.0

Weeks 6–8≤ 7 days

Driving Range · Mid irons (7,6,5)

Improve Mid-Iron Accuracy

Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0

Week 8≤ 3 days

Putting · 9 ft (3m) only

Reduce Missed Lines On All Shots

Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 12.0

Week 9≤ 4 days

Short Game · Sand

Open up and let it fly: alignment for bunker shots

Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 24.0

Weeks 10–12≤ 7 days

Driving Range · Mid irons (7,6,5)

Hit the green with the perfect flight

Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 21.0

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Precision 3-Wood Shots

Advanced accuracy, for a 1-handicap player, ~10 minutes.

Driving Range30-31 min0 HCP6 drills

Scoring30%

Precision17%

Distance Control15%

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Maximize 3-Wood Control

Maximize control, for a 1-handicap player, ~10 minutes.

Driving Range30-31 min0 HCP4 drills

Precision25%

Scoring24%

Visualization11%

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Pace Putts To Hole

Hit putts with both left and right breaks, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.

Putting~18 min17 HCP3 drills

Aim38%

Alignment23%

Stroke22%

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Chip 5–15 Yds From Fringe

Stop near the hole, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.

Short Game~26 min35 HCP6 drills

Distance Control23%

Alignment19%

Aim19%

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Open up and let it fly: alignment for bunker shots

Vary landing spot, for a 25-handicap player, ~20 minutes.

Short Game~26 min24 HCP4 drills

Distance Control29%

Alignment28%

Scoring15%

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Pick your spot and trust your aim—can you hit it?

Pick your spot, for a 21-handicap player, ~20 minutes.

Short Game~26 min20 HCP7 drills

Distance Control25%

Scoring19%

Aim18%

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Sand 10–25 Yds

Save par consistently, for a 14-handicap player, ~15 minutes.

Short Game~26 min13 HCP7 drills

Scoring25%

Accuracy20%

Distance Control13%

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Pinpoint your sand shots: leave yourself a tap-in every time

Pinpoint sand shots, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.

Short Game~26 min17 HCP7 drills

Precision28%

Distance Control23%

Aim13%

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Pinpoint your flops: leave yourself a tap-in every time

Precision from tough lie, for a 12-handicap player, ~15 minutes.

Short Game~26 min12 HCP8 drills

Precision34%

Distance Control23%

Dispersion12%

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Improve Mid-Iron Accuracy

Stop missing greens, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.

Driving Range~31 min35 HCP9 drills

Precision28%

Mechanics20%

Trajectory16%

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Hit the green with the perfect flight

Perfect mid iron flight, for a 22-handicap player, ~20 minutes.

Driving Range~31 min21 HCP9 drills

Trajectory27%

Scoring21%

Distance Control20%

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Challenge: eliminate wild misses on long approaches

Center green hits, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.

Driving Range~31 min17 HCP5 drills

Dispersion33%

Precision17%

Scoring16%

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Maximize Driver Distance

Advanced fairway accuracy, for a 1-handicap player, ~10 minutes.

Driving Range30-31 min0 HCP6 drills

Scoring29%

Precision20%

Trajectory13%

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Check your setup: avoid fat or thin shots

Avoid fat or thin shots, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.

Driving Range~31 min35 HCP4 drills

Mechanics45%

Precision30%

Trajectory25%

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Can you avoid the bunker from 100-140 yards?

Avoid bunkers with short irons, for a 1-handicap player, ~10 minutes.

Driving Range~31 min0 HCP3 drills

Scoring28%

Dispersion23%

Accuracy20%

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FAQ

Frequently Asked Questions about Le Bel Air

Get answers to common questions about playing Le Bel Air and what to expect.

How difficult is Le Bel Air for mid-handicap golfers?

Le Bel Air presents a demanding test. The 120 slope rating keeps it accessible for developing players. The course rating of 70 reflects on scoring relative to par 0.

What tees should a 15 handicap play at Le Bel Air?

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 Le Bel Air?

With a course rating of 70 and par 0, a mid-handicap golfer would typically score in the mid to high 80s. Stronger players aiming to break 0 must manage approach shots and avoid penalty strokes.

How long is Le Bel Air and how does yardage affect play?

At a full length of 6500 yards, it balances distance with positional strategy.

What type of course is Le Bel Air and how should I play it?

Architecturally, it reflects a Parkland style. 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 Le Bel Air 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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