68% match
For Green tees
Read subtle breaks, for a 2-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Putting15-30 min2 HCP6 drills
Scoring35%
Precision29%
Aim14%
Practice Programs
Complete Golf Practice Blueprint for Lodge at Ventana Canyon
Discover tailored practice programs for this course.
Total Programs
49
49 complete programs built for this course
Unique Drills
179
Total unique drills across all programs
Skill Pillars
12
Accuracy · Aim · Alignment · Dispersion · Distance Control · Green Reading
Session Durations
7
3 days , 4 days , 5 days , 6 days , 7 days , 8 days , 9 days
AccuracyAimAlignmentDispersionDistance ControlGreen Reading+6 more
Mountain Practice Profile
We've mapped a comprehensive practice profile for Mountain, 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 20%Aim 20%Distance Control 19%Accuracy 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.
15
Average HCP
8.3
Minimum HCP
28.5
Maximum HCP
Top Drills
Featured Drills for Mountain
Most-used drills from for this course. Practice as standalone drills or scroll down for full programs.
Putting30 min
Around the Hole: 4 Ball Circle, 50 in a Row
Make 50 putts in a Row from [3 ft | 1 m].
Short Game26 min
Pitch | Parallel Ball Lines | 3 Landing Zones
Align a bucket of balls (avg. bucket is 40 balls) into 2 parallel lines 20 balls per line and hit-and-land pitch shots inside landing zones. Count the number of successes.
Driving Range31 min
Driver | L-R and R-L 9 Targets
Hit 5 balls to each randomly selected target while producing left-to-right and right-to-left shots, using driver only. Hit one bucket of ~50 balls.
Putting30 min
Putting Aid: Alignment Mirror, 50 in a Row
Make 50 putts in a row using an alignment mirror.
Putting30 min
Putting Aid: Alignment Sticks, Ball Gate, 50 in a Row
Make 50 putts in a row from in between two alignment sticks and through the ball gate.
Putting30 min
Around the Hole: 8 Ball Circle, 50 in a Row
Make 50 putts in a Row from [3 ft | 1 m].
Course Details
Everything you need to know about Mountain.
Contact Information
📞
Phone
+44 (0)1250 872622
📠
Fax
+44 (0) 1250 872622
✉️Email
gwhite@thelodgeatventanacanyon.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
6200 North Clubhouse Lane
Course Description
Ventana Canyon Club and Lodge is a luxury resort located in Tucson, Arizona, set against the stunning backdrop of the Santa Catalina foothills. With over 40 years of operation, the resort is known for its exceptional hospitality and is a member of Preferred Hotels & Resorts. It offers a unique blend of luxury accommodations and premier golfing experiences.The resort features two championship golf courses designed by Tom Fazio, providing an exceptional golfing experience. Guests can choose from 50 spacious suites, each equipped with kitchenettes, dining areas, and private balconies. Dining options include The Ventana Bar & Grill, which serves a variety of meals. Additional amenities include tennis and pickleball courts, a day spa, a fitness center, and two resort pools. Ventana Canyon Club and Lodge also offers seasonal specials and exclusive club memberships, catering to families, golf enthusiasts, nature lovers, and business travelers alike.
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Course Information
Holes
36
Par
72
Type
Parkland
Architect
Tom Fazio/Andy Banfield
Opened
1987
Google Reviews
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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 Mountain, all within a single responsive scorecard.
Scorecard data available for Green
Men's Tees
Tee Insight:This course delivers constant pressure from par four tee decisions that shape iron approaches and score lines. Tougher back nine slope adds risk to backloaded hard holes where mistakes compound easily.
B
Black Tee
Gender: MalePar 726898 yards6308 metersCR 72.9Bogey 99.1Slope 141
Gender: Male
Front Nine · CR 36.6 · BR 49.5 · Slope 139
Back Nine · CR 36.3 · BR 49.6 · Slope 143
| Hole | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | IN | 10 | 11 | 12 | 13 | 14 | 15 | 16 | 17 | 18 | OUT | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Par | 4 | 4 | 3 | 5 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 4 | 36 | 4 | 4 | 5 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 36 | 72 |
| Handicap | 9 | 3 | 17 | 11 | 15 | 5 | 1 | 13 | 7 | — | 10 | 8 | 12 | 16 | 14 | 2 | 18 | 4 | 6 | — | — |
| Yardage | 422 | 347 | 107 | 598 | 392 | 230 | 454 | 517 | 414 | 3481 | 353 | 445 | 548 | 292 | 183 | 435 | 169 | 403 | 589 | 3417 | 6898 |
B
Blue Tee
Gender: MalePar 725939 yards5431 metersCR 68.8Bogey 93.3Slope 132
Gender: Male
Front Nine · CR 34.6 · BR 47.0 · Slope 133
Back Nine · CR 34.2 · BR 46.3 · Slope 130
| Hole | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | IN | 10 | 11 | 12 | 13 | 14 | 15 | 16 | 17 | 18 | OUT | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Par | 4 | 4 | 3 | 5 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 4 | 36 | 4 | 4 | 5 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 36 | 72 |
| Handicap | 9 | 3 | 17 | 11 | 15 | 5 | 1 | 13 | 7 | — | 10 | 8 | 12 | 16 | 14 | 2 | 18 | 4 | 6 | — | — |
| Yardage | 353 | 336 | 104 | 512 | 332 | 176 | 370 | 474 | 364 | 3021 | 337 | 377 | 443 | 281 | 154 | 335 | 139 | 349 | 503 | 2918 | 5939 |
G
Green Tee
Gender: MalePar 726537 yards5977 metersCR 71.3Bogey 96.7Slope 137
Gender: Male
Front Nine · CR 35.5 · BR 48.1 · Slope 136
Back Nine · CR 35.8 · BR 48.6 · Slope 138
| Hole | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | IN | 10 | 11 | 12 | 13 | 14 | 15 | 16 | 17 | 18 | OUT | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Par | 4 | 4 | 3 | 5 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 4 | 36 | 4 | 4 | 5 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 36 | 72 |
| Handicap | 9 | 3 | 17 | 11 | 15 | 5 | 1 | 13 | 7 | — | 10 | 8 | 12 | 16 | 14 | 2 | 18 | 4 | 6 | — | — |
| Yardage | 386 | 347 | 107 | 512 | 392 | 208 | 416 | 517 | 364 | 3249 | 353 | 406 | 509 | 292 | 183 | 413 | 169 | 374 | 589 | 3288 | 6537 |
Programs
Skill-Based Practice Programs for Mountain
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 49 Programs
% match to course practice profile29% match
For Green tees
Focus on ball roll and finish position, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Putting~18 min17 HCP3 drills
Aim38%
Alignment23%
Stroke22%
62% match
For Green tees
Pick landing spot, for a 12-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min11 HCP3 drills
Accuracy33%
Distance Control22%
Alignment17%
68% match
For Green tees
Up-and-down contest, for a 19-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min19 HCP8 drills
Scoring36%
Accuracy16%
Aim12%
12 Week Flagship Program for Mountain
A complete and progressive long-term development curriculum mapped from easier to harder drills, specifically for Mountain. 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 · 3 ft (1m) only
Aim To Hit Center Every Time
Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 17.0
Weeks 1–2≤ 3 days
Short Game · Chip
Chip 5–15 Yds From Fringe
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Weeks 2–4≤ 7 days
Driving Range · Woods (Hy,5W,3W)
Control 3-Wood Roll
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Weeks 4–5≤ 3 days
Putting · 9 ft (3m) only
Control 9 Ft Putts
Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 17.0
Weeks 5–7≤ 7 days
Short Game · Chip
Stop Chips Near Hole
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Weeks 7–8≤ 6 days
Driving Range · Driver
Driver Fairway Accuracy For Beginners
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Weeks 8–9≤ 3 days
Putting · 6 ft (2m) only
Hole Mid-Length Putts
Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 17.0
Weeks 9–11≤ 7 days
Short Game · Pitch
Land Close To Pin
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 34.0
Weeks 11–12≤ 5 days
Driving Range · Driver
Challenge: eliminate wild misses on tee shots
Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 17.0
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Get Started70% match
For Green tees
Avoid trouble spots, for a 12-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Driving Range30-31 min11 HCP6 drills
Scoring34%
Dispersion16%
Precision14%
56% match
For Green tees
Feel the green, for a 24-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Short Game~26 min23 HCP6 drills
Distance Control37%
Aim22%
Alignment10%
29% match
For Green tees
Chip through gate, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Putting18-30 min17 HCP3 drills
Aim32%
Stroke28%
Alignment23%
68% match
For Green tees
Perfect Every 3 Ft Putt
Putting15-30 min2 HCP6 drills
Scoring35%
Precision29%
Aim14%
55% match
For Green tees
Make Putts Inside 3 Feet Precisely
Putting18-30 min2 HCP5 drills
Scoring38%
Precision35%
Green Reading11%
29% match
For Green tees
Hole Mid-Length Putts
Putting~18 min17 HCP3 drills
Aim38%
Alignment23%
Stroke22%
71% match
For Green tees
Sink Every Mid Putt
Putting15-24 min1 HCP3 drills
Scoring35%
Precision33%
Aim13%
60% match
For Green tees
Stop Missed Opportunities On Mid Putts
Putting18-24 min2 HCP3 drills
Precision45%
Scoring33%
Aim13%
29% match
For Green tees
Pace Putts To Hole
Putting~18 min17 HCP3 drills
Aim38%
Alignment23%
Stroke22%
65% match
For Green tees
Hole All 9 Ft Putts
Putting15-24 min2 HCP6 drills
Scoring36%
Precision34%
Aim13%
55% match
For Green tees
Precision from tough lie, for a 3-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Putting18-24 min2 HCP5 drills
Precision41%
Scoring35%
Alignment8%
77% match
For Green tees
Chip through gate, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Short Game23-26 min35 HCP8 drills
Aim26%
Distance Control18%
Scoring18%
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Get Started65% match
For Green tees
Pick landing spot, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min17 HCP3 drills
Accuracy23%
Scoring15%
Aim14%
72% match
For Green tees
Pick line and commit, for a 1-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Short Game~26 min1 HCP4 drills
Aim31%
Precision23%
Dispersion13%
49% match
For Green tees
Stop on a dime, for a 23-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Short Game~26 min23 HCP6 drills
Distance Control35%
Accuracy23%
Alignment15%
60% match
For Green tees
Hit intended line, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Short Game~26 min34 HCP8 drills
Aim27%
Alignment24%
Scoring16%
67% match
For Green tees
Stop on a dime, for a 17-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min16 HCP7 drills
Distance Control33%
Scoring15%
Dispersion14%
74% match
For Green tees
Feel the distance, for a 3-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Short Game~26 min3 HCP9 drills
Distance Control20%
Aim18%
Precision16%
71% match
For Green tees
Feel the green, for a 14-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min13 HCP7 drills
Distance Control30%
Precision24%
Scoring13%
61% match
For Black tees
Stick to long iron line, for a 1-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Driving Range~31 min0 HCP3 drills
Dispersion25%
Distance Control23%
Accuracy23%
60% match
For Black tees
Account for slope, for a 2-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Putting18-24 min2 HCP3 drills
Precision45%
Scoring33%
Aim13%
72% match
For Black tees
Pick landing spot, for a 25-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Short Game~26 min25 HCP7 drills
Aim29%
Scoring15%
Distance Control15%
67% match
For Black tees
Stop close from 30 yards, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min18 HCP8 drills
Distance Control35%
Precision21%
Aim12%
67% match
For Black tees
Fly out and stop close, for a 20-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Short Game~26 min20 HCP3 drills
Aim27%
Scoring27%
Distance Control21%
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Get Started54% match
For Black tees
Avoid rough with woods, for a 13-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Driving Range~31 min13 HCP4 drills
Accuracy29%
Distance Control25%
Scoring21%
60% match
For Black tees
Control woods rollout, for a 12-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Driving Range30-31 min11 HCP6 drills
Distance Control30%
Scoring20%
Accuracy19%
66% match
For Black tees
Stop on a dime, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Short Game~26 min35 HCP3 drills
Distance Control25%
Alignment23%
Precision20%
43% match
For Black tees
Feel the green, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min17 HCP6 drills
Distance Control31%
Accuracy27%
Alignment26%
74% match
For Black tees
Chip through gate, for a 2-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Short Game~26 min1 HCP5 drills
Aim29%
Distance Control19%
Precision18%
66% match
For Black tees
Vary landing spot, for a 23-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Short Game~26 min23 HCP6 drills
Distance Control32%
Scoring18%
Precision16%
72% match
For Black tees
Hit intended line, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Short Game~26 min34 HCP8 drills
Aim25%
Scoring24%
Alignment21%
69% match
For Black tees
Approach from hazards, for a 16-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min15 HCP9 drills
Accuracy26%
Scoring21%
Distance Control13%
78% match
For Black tees
Precision from tough lie, for a 5-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Short Game~26 min4 HCP6 drills
Precision23%
Scoring19%
Dispersion16%
59% match
For Black tees
Vary landing spot, for a 15-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min15 HCP7 drills
Distance Control31%
Precision16%
Dispersion14%
39% match
For Black tees
Pinpoint mixed shots, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Driving Range~31 min35 HCP6 drills
Precision29%
Mechanics23%
Trajectory19%
66% match
For Black tees
Turn into birdies, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Driving Range~31 min17 HCP3 drills
Scoring27%
Dispersion20%
Precision17%
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Get Started71% match
For Black tees
Turn into birdies, for a 1-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Driving Range30-31 min0 HCP6 drills
Scoring29%
Precision20%
Trajectory13%
65% match
For Black tees
Land 3-4 feet away, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Driving Range~31 min17 HCP5 drills
Dispersion31%
Precision20%
Scoring16%
38% match
For Blue tees
Practice uphill and downhill putts, for a 1-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Putting~18 min0 HCP6 drills
Distance Control31%
Visualization31%
Dispersion22%
29% match
For Blue tees
Focus on alignment, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Putting18-30 min17 HCP3 drills
Aim32%
Stroke28%
Alignment23%
54% match
For Blue tees
Picture the roll, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min17 HCP3 drills
Scoring30%
Visualization21%
Accuracy20%
68% match
For Blue tees
Fly out and stop close, for a 21-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Short Game~26 min20 HCP8 drills
Aim33%
Scoring15%
Accuracy13%
53% match
For Blue tees
Control 3-wood dispersion, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Driving Range~31 min35 HCP8 drills
Precision28%
Mechanics17%
Trajectory16%
56% match
For Blue tees
Improve accuracy, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Driving Range~31 min17 HCP3 drills
Distance Control27%
Trajectory20%
Scoring20%
64% match
For Blue tees
Improve accuracy, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Driving Range30-43 min17 HCP6 drills
Scoring26%
Distance Control26%
Trajectory17%
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Prepare for Tournaments at Mountain
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FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions about Mountain
Get answers to common questions about playing Mountain and what to expect.
How difficult is Mountain for mid-handicap golfers?
Mountain is regarded as a strategically complex layout. Its 141.0 slope rating signals significant difficulty for players above a 15 handicap. The course rating of 72.9 reflects on scoring relative to par 72.
What tees should a 15 handicap play at Mountain?
A 15 handicap golfer should consider tees closer to 6418 yards. The back tees extend to 6898.0 yards, which makes approach shots longer and scoring more challenging.
What is considered a good score at Mountain?
With a course rating of 72.9 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 Mountain and how does yardage affect play?
Stretching to 6898.0 yards from the back tees, approach shot length becomes a consistent scoring factor.
What type of course is Mountain 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 Mountain strategically challenging?
The combination of a slope rating of 141.0 and yardage reaching 6898.0 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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