Trust your read, for a 11-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Practice Programs
Complete Golf Practice Blueprint for Los Arqueros Golf & Country Club
Discover tailored practice programs for this course.
Total Programs
13
13 complete programs built for this course
Unique Drills
76
Total unique drills across all programs
Skill Pillars
11
Accuracy · Aim · Alignment · Dispersion · Distance Control · Mechanics
Session Durations
7
3 days , 4 days , 5 days , 6 days , 7 days , 8 days , 9 days
Los Arqueros Practice Profile
We've mapped a comprehensive practice profile for Los Arqueros, 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
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.
Top Drills
Featured Drills for Los Arqueros
Most-used drills from for this course. Practice as standalone drills or scroll down for full programs.
Putting Aid: String Line, 15/25
Make 15 out of 25 putts, underneath the hanging string line.
Sand | Parallel Piles | 9 Stop Zones
Align a bucket of balls (avg. bucket is 40 balls) in the sand into 10 equal parallel piles of 4 balls and stop sand shots inside 9 Stop Zones. Count the number of successful stops.
All irons (9 to 2) | Club Swapping Challenge
Complete the Club Swapping Challenge using irons only. Hit one bucket of ~50 balls.
Mid irons (7,6,5) | Ladder Challenge
Complete the Ladder Challenge using mid irons only. Hit one bucket of ~50 balls.
Putting Aid: Plane Board, Ball Gate, 15/25
Make 15 out of 25 putts through the ball gate, using plane board.
Putting Aid: Chalk Line, 15/25
Make 15 out of 25 putts over the chalk starting line.
Course Details
Everything you need to know about Los Arqueros.
Contact Information
Phone
+44 (0)1250 872622
Fax
+44 (0) 1250 872622
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Facilities
Location
Carretera Ronda A-397, KM 44.5
Course Description
Los Arqueros Golf & Country Club is a place of exceptional conditions, located in a place with spectacular views of the Mediterranean Sea. It has an 18-hole par 71 golf course designed by Spaniard Severiano Ballesteros, opened in 1991.Located in the Municipality of Benahavís, Málaga (Spain), just 10 minutes from Puerto Banús, Marbella. Being part of the so-called Golf Valley of Marbella.The golf course is a challenge for the experienced player and a real test for those who are new to the game.The route of the field forces to play with precision, especially in some tight outings where you can sacrifice the distance of the drive choosing to leave with irons or shorter woods that secure the ball in the "fairway".Los Arqueros Golf & Country Club offers a social area with a Club House, bar restaurant, pro-shop, gym, sauna, as well as tennis and paddle tennis. A driving range, with putting and chipping Green, where practice accompanied by beautiful views.______Los Arqueros Golf & Country Club es un lugar de condiciones excepcionales, ubicado en un paraje con espectaculares vistas al mar Mediterráneo. Posee un campo de golf de 18 hoyos par 71 diseñado por el español Severiano Ballesteros, inaugurado en 1991.Ubicado en el Municipio de Benahavís, Málaga (España), a tan sólo 10 minutos de Puerto Banús, Marbella. Siendo parte del llamado Valle del Golf de Marbella.El campo de golf supone un reto para el jugador experimentado y una verdadera prueba para aquellos que son nuevos en el juego.El recorrido del campo obliga a jugar con precisión, especialmente, en algunas salidas ajustadas donde se puede sacrificar la distancia del drive optando por salir con hierros o maderas más cortas que aseguren la bola en el "fairway". Los Arqueros Golf & Country Club ofrece un área social con una Casa Club, bar restaurante, pro-shop, gimnasio, sauna, además de tenis y pádel. Un campo de prácticas, con putting y chipping Green, donde practicar acompañado de hermosas vistas.
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Course Information
Holes
18
Par
71
Type
Parkland
Architect
Severiano Ballesteros
Opened
1991
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Programs
Skill-Based Practice Programs for Los Arqueros
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 profileControl extended rolls, for a 14-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Fly out and stop close, for a 26-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Stick flops to green, for a 16-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
14 Week Flagship Program for Los Arqueros
A complete and progressive long-term development curriculum mapped from easier to harder drills, specifically for Los Arqueros. 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.
Putting · Long (20+ ft)
Hit Cup From Long Distance
Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 14.0
Putting · 6 ft (2m) only
Stop Missed Mid Putts Accurately
Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 11.0
Short Game · Chip
Check Setup: Feet Hips Shoulders
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 29.0
Short Game · Sand
Set your sights on the flag: aim for a soft landing
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 25.0
Short Game · Pitch
Feet, hips, shoulders—are you set up for success?
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 20.0
Short Game · Bump'n'Run
Master the art of touch: no more long comeback putts
Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 18.0
Driving Range · Woods (Hy,5W,3W)
3-Wood Dispersion Control For Beginners
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Driving Range · Mid irons (7,6,5)
Shape it right: fade or draw with mid irons
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 27.0
Driving Range · Long irons (4,3,2)
Challenge: eliminate wild misses on long approaches
Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 17.0
Eliminate wild misses, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Stay on fairways, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Check setup, for a 29-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Control rollout, for a 19-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Set up for success, for a 21-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
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Get StartedSave with mid irons, for a 15-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Precision wedges, for a 1-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Improve accuracy, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Fade or draw mid irons, for a 27-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Prepare for Tournaments at Los Arqueros
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 Los Arqueros
Get answers to common questions about playing Los Arqueros and what to expect.
How difficult is Los Arqueros for mid-handicap golfers?
From a scoring perspective, Los Arqueros challenges consistency. With a slope of 120, it remains playable for a wide handicap range. The course rating of 70 reflects on scoring relative to par 71.
What tees should a 15 handicap play at Los Arqueros?
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 Los Arqueros?
With a course rating of 70 and par 71, a mid-handicap golfer would typically score in the mid to high 80s. Stronger players aiming to break 71 must manage approach shots and avoid penalty strokes.
How long is Los Arqueros 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 Los Arqueros and how should I play it?
Los Arqueros 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 Los Arqueros 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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