Practice Programs

Complete Golf Practice Blueprint for Maderas Golf Club

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Total Programs

15 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 , 5 days , 6 days , 7 days , 9 days

AccuracyAimAlignmentDispersionDistance ControlMechanics+5 more

Maderas Practice Profile

We've mapped a comprehensive practice profile for Maderas, 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%Distance Control 23%Precision 22%Aim 15%Trajectory 13%

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.

16.7

Average HCP

8.7

Minimum HCP

Maximum HCP

Top Drills

Featured Drills for Maderas

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

Putting18 min

Putting Aid: Chalk Line, 15/25

Make 15 out of 25 putts over the chalk starting line.

Short Game26 min

Sand | Perpendicular Ball Lines | Quadrants

Align a bucket of balls in the sand (avg. bucket is 40 balls) into 2 perpendicular lines 20 balls per line and stop sand shots inside quadrants. Count the number of successes.

Driving Range31 min

Wedges (LW to PW) | Downswing

Work only on downswing using wedges only. Hit one bucket of ~50 balls.

Short Game26 min

Sand | Parallel Piles | 3 Landing Zones

Align a bucket of balls (avg. bucket is 40 balls) in the sand into 10 equal parallel piles of 4 balls and hit-and-land sand shots inside landing zones. Count the number of successes.

Short Game26 min

Sand | Parallel Ball Lines | Quadrants

Align a bucket of balls in the sand (avg. bucket is 40 balls) into 2 parallel lines 20 balls per line and stop sand shots inside quadrants. Count the number of successes.

Short Game26 min

Sand | Parallel Piles | Quadrants

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 quadrants. Count the number of successes.

Course Details

Everything you need to know about Maderas.

Contact Information

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Phone

+44 (0)1250 872622

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Fax

+44 (0) 1250 872622

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mflickinger@maderasgolf.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

17750 Old Coach Road

Course Description

Our mission is simple - deliver extraordinary conditions, superior service and excellent amenities - each inspired by the things that make Southern California and San Diego remarkable. Tucked away amidst the rolling hills of north San Diego, just minutes from San Diego's downtown and the coast is Maderas Golf Club. A combination of golf strategy and design mastery, this Johnny Miller and Robert Muir Graves design takes the concept of upscale golf to exhilarating levels. Beauty and challenge are both here, as holes wind through the cliffs, rock outcroppings, creeks, and forests of the inland country of north San Diego.One of only two golf courses in San Diego on Golf Digest's Top 100 Greatest Public Golf Courses list, golf publications and players alike continue to tip their hat in respect, making Maderas one of the top rated San Diego golf courses. Award winning conditions, services and amenities tell a true Southern California story.Maderas not only offers an unparalleled golfing experience, but facilities for events like weddings, receptions, bat mitzvah celebrations and any special occasion or private event. Our Del Lago ballroom and its garden present stunning golf course views with room for parties with up to 300 guests.For more information, please contact us at (858) 451-8100.

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Course Information

Holes

Par

Type

Parkland

Architect

Robert Muir Graves/Johnny Miller

Opened

2000

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Programs

Skill-Based Practice Programs for Maderas

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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Hole Mid-Length Putts

Hit short putts until smooth, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.

Putting~18 min17 HCP3 drills

Aim38%

Alignment23%

Stroke22%

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Eliminate Three-Putts

Repeat same distance putts to master touch, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.

Putting15-27 min17 HCP3 drills

Distance Control32%

Dispersion30%

Accuracy23%

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Sand 10–25 Yds

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

Short Game~26 min14 HCP9 drills

Distance Control23%

Aim19%

Precision13%

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Land 2 Feet From Pin

Land 2 feet from pin, for a 4-handicap player, ~10 minutes.

Short Game~26 min4 HCP9 drills

Distance Control24%

Aim15%

Dispersion15%

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15 Week Flagship Program for Maderas

A complete and progressive long-term development curriculum mapped from easier to harder drills, specifically for Maderas. Start with the basics and work your way towards more challenging drills. Commit to 15 weeks of training and get in proper shape. Four days counts as a week.

Week 1≤ 3 days

Putting · Long (20+ ft)

Eliminate Three-Putts

Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 17.0

Weeks 1–2≤ 3 days

Putting · 6 ft (2m) only

Hole Mid-Length Putts

Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 17.0

Weeks 2–3≤ 6 days

Short Game · Bump'n'Run

How straight can you roll it? Test your setup

Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 32.0

Weeks 4–6≤ 7 days

Short Game · Sand

Sand 10–25 Yds

Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 14.0

Weeks 6–8≤ 7 days

Short Game · Sand

Save Par From Bunker Consistently

Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 13.0

Weeks 8–9≤ 5 days

Driving Range · Woods (Hy,5W,3W)

3-Wood Dispersion Control For Beginners

Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0

Weeks 9–10≤ 5 days

Driving Range · Wedges (LW,SW,GW,PW)

Control Wedge Roll

Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0

Weeks 11–13≤ 7 days

Driving Range · Wedges (LW,SW,GW,PW)

How close can you get? Challenge your short game

Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 25.0

Weeks 13–15≤ 7 days

Driving Range · Mid irons (7,6,5)

Shape it right: fade or draw with mid irons

Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 24.0

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Control Wedge Roll

Control distance inside 100, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.

Driving Range~31 min35 HCP5 drills

Precision31%

Mechanics27%

Trajectory16%

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Maximize Mid-Irons In Regulation

Precision mid-irons, for a 1-handicap player, ~10 minutes.

Driving Range~31 min0 HCP7 drills

Scoring25%

Distance Control19%

Precision13%

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Land 2 Feet From Hole

Stop within 2 feet, for a 1-handicap player, ~10 minutes.

Short Game~26 min0 HCP9 drills

Scoring48%

Distance Control29%

Visualization19%

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Save Par From Bunker Consistently

Land 2-3 feet away, for a 14-handicap player, ~15 minutes.

Short Game~26 min13 HCP9 drills

Scoring25%

Aim16%

Precision13%

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Chip 15–30 Yds From Tight Or Rough Lies

Land within 2 feet, for a 2-handicap player, ~10 minutes.

Short Game~26 min1 HCP5 drills

Aim29%

Distance Control19%

Precision18%

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How straight can you roll it? Test your setup

Test your setup, for a 32-handicap player, ~30 minutes.

Short Game~26 min32 HCP6 drills

Scoring31%

Alignment28%

Distance Control15%

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3-Wood Dispersion Control For Beginners

Control 3-wood dispersion, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.

Driving Range~31 min35 HCP5 drills

Precision25%

Trajectory19%

Mechanics18%

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How close can you get? Challenge your short game

Leave tap-ins, for a 25-handicap player, ~20 minutes.

Driving Range31-43 min25 HCP9 drills

Precision33%

Scoring17%

Mechanics15%

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Reduce 3-Wood Spread

Reduce spread, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.

Driving Range30-31 min17 HCP6 drills

Precision34%

Dispersion25%

Scoring15%

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Shape it right: fade or draw with mid irons

Control mid iron arc, for a 24-handicap player, ~20 minutes.

Driving Range~31 min24 HCP9 drills

Trajectory30%

Precision17%

Distance Control17%

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Vary your targets and hit them every time

Consistent woods length, for a 12-handicap player, ~15 minutes.

Driving Range30-31 min11 HCP6 drills

Distance Control30%

Scoring20%

Accuracy19%

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Prepare for Tournaments at Maderas

Follow a complete multi-week structured practice program ahead of the upcoming events and arrive prepared.

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FAQ

Frequently Asked Questions about Maderas

Get answers to common questions about playing Maderas and what to expect.

How difficult is Maderas for mid-handicap golfers?

From a scoring perspective, Maderas challenges consistency. This slope level makes it manageable compared to championship venues. The course rating of 70 reflects on scoring relative to par 72.

What tees should a 15 handicap play at Maderas?

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 Maderas?

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.

How long is Maderas and how does yardage affect play?

Stretching to 6500 yards from the back tees, it does not overwhelm length but rewards accuracy.

What type of course is Maderas 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 Maderas 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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