Practice Programs

Complete Golf Practice Blueprint for Mayan Palace Beach & Golf Resort

Discover tailored practice programs for this course.

San Jose del Cabo, Baja California Sur, Mexico

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Total Programs

18 complete programs built for this course

Unique Drills

Total unique drills across all programs

Skill Pillars

Accuracy · Aim · Alignment · Dispersion · Distance Control · Green Reading

Session Durations

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

AccuracyAimAlignmentDispersionDistance ControlGreen Reading+6 more

Mayan Palace Practice Profile

We've mapped a comprehensive practice profile for Mayan Palace, 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 36%Precision 19%Distance Control 18%Accuracy 13%Aim 11%

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.

14.5

Average HCP

9.4

Minimum HCP

Maximum HCP

Top Drills

Featured Drills for Mayan Palace

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

Putting18 min

Single Tee, 15/25

Make 15 out of 25 putts

Short Game26 min

DIY Course Hard

Make a DIY 9 hole hard-difficulty course. Every hole is PAR 2. Count the score.

Driving Range31 min

Wedges (LW to PW) | Quadrants

Hit 12 balls to each quadrant using wedges only. Hit one bucket of ~50 balls. Count total number of successful shots.

Driving Range31 min

Wedges (LW to PW) | Birdie-Par-Bogey Radius

Use wedges only to land the ball inside the radius. Hit one bucket of ~50 balls. Keep the score relative to PAR.

Putting24 min

Around the Hole: 8 Ball Circle, 4/8

Make 4 out of 8 putts from [6 ft | 2 m], 5 times in total.

Putting18 min

Putting Aid: Alignment Mirror, 15/25

Make 15 out of 25 putts using an alignment mirror.

Course Details

Everything you need to know about Mayan Palace.

Contact Information

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Phone

+44 (0)1250 872622

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Fax

+44 (0) 1250 872622

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golfrivieramaya@grupovidanta.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

Paseo Finisterra No. 1

Course Description

Vidanta is a luxury resort company operating across Mexico, offering a network of premium destinations with resort hotels, dining, activities, golf, entertainment, shopping, and wellness experiences. The group features multiple properties across Nuevo Vallarta, Riviera Maya, East Cape, Los Cabos, Acapulco, Puerto Peñasco, Puerto Vallarta, and Mazatlán, each providing curated vacations and world-class amenities. Partnerships such as Cirque du Soleil JOYÀ enhance its entertainment offerings, while suites and branded estates like Grand Luxxe and The Estates exemplify its upscale lodging. Vidanta emphasizes high-end service, resort-centric experiences, and event and wedding planning across its destinations.

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Course Information

Holes

Par

Type

Parkland

Architect

Jack Nicklaus

Conditions

Fairway: Bermuda • Green: Bermuda

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Programs

Skill-Based Practice Programs for Mayan Palace

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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Place Every 6 Foot Putt With Maximum Precision

Account for slope, for a 2-handicap player, ~10 minutes.

Putting18-24 min2 HCP3 drills

Precision45%

Scoring33%

Aim13%

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Focus Aim For Every 9 Foot Putt

Align stance properly, for a 11-handicap player, ~15 minutes.

Putting15-18 min11 HCP5 drills

Aim38%

Scoring18%

Alignment14%

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Stop Every Shot Within 2 Feet

Land 2 feet away, for a 1-handicap player, ~10 minutes.

Short Game~26 min0 HCP5 drills

Scoring48%

Distance Control30%

Visualization22%

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Square up and send it: perfect alignment for Bump'n'Runs

Work together for contact, for a 33-handicap player, ~30 minutes.

Short Game~26 min32 HCP8 drills

Alignment29%

Distance Control22%

Scoring18%

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11 Week Flagship Program for Mayan Palace

A complete and progressive long-term development curriculum mapped from easier to harder drills, specifically for Mayan Palace. Start with the basics and work your way towards more challenging drills. Commit to 11 weeks of training and get in proper shape. Four days counts as a week.

Weeks 1–2≤ 5 days

Putting · 9 ft (3m) only

Focus Aim For Every 9 Foot Putt

Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 11.0

Weeks 2–3≤ 4 days

Short Game · Chip

Chip 5–15 Yds From Fringe

Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0

Week 3≤ 3 days

Driving Range · Long irons (4,3,2)

Feet, hips, shoulders—consistent contact every time

Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0

Week 4≤ 3 days

Putting · 6 ft (2m) only

Place Every 6 Foot Putt With Maximum Precision

Difficulty: Expert · Program HCP 2.0

Weeks 4–6≤ 7 days

Short Game · Bump'n'Run

Square up and send it: perfect alignment for Bump'n'Runs

Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 32.0

Weeks 6–8≤ 7 days

Driving Range · Woods (Hy,5W,3W)

Stop Missing 3-Wood Fairways

Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0

Weeks 8–9≤ 3 days

Putting · 6 ft (2m) only

Stop Missed Opportunities On Mid Putts

Difficulty: Expert · Program HCP 2.0

Weeks 9–10≤ 4 days

Short Game · Chip

Pick Landing Spot

Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 21.0

Weeks 10–11≤ 4 days

Driving Range · Wedges (LW,SW,GW,PW)

Challenge: eliminate off-target wedge shots

Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 17.0

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Long Iron Accuracy Advanced

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

Driving Range30-31 min0 HCP8 drills

Scoring32%

Precision16%

Distance Control14%

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Stop Missing 3-Wood Fairways

Stay on fairways, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.

Driving Range~31 min35 HCP8 drills

Precision28%

Mechanics17%

Trajectory16%

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Stop Missed Opportunities On Mid Putts

Judge distance carefully, for a 2-handicap player, ~10 minutes.

Putting18-24 min2 HCP3 drills

Precision45%

Scoring33%

Aim13%

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Pick Landing Spot

Pick landing spot, for a 22-handicap player, ~20 minutes.

Short Game~26 min21 HCP4 drills

Accuracy35%

Alignment25%

Distance Control14%

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Can you match your plan to your shot?

Match plan to shot, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.

Short Game~26 min17 HCP4 drills

Scoring45%

Accuracy30%

Visualization25%

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Flop 20–30 Yds Over Hazard

Stick flops to green, for a 17-handicap player, ~15 minutes.

Short Game~26 min17 HCP6 drills

Distance Control27%

Accuracy24%

Alignment23%

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Chip 5–15 Yds From Fringe

Avoid three-putts, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.

Short Game~26 min35 HCP4 drills

Distance Control30%

Alignment25%

Aim19%

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Feel the green: mixed shots to different distances and control your rollout

Feel the green, for a 14-handicap player, ~15 minutes.

Short Game~26 min14 HCP5 drills

Scoring44%

Distance Control30%

Visualization18%

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Pin seeker: hit every short iron to the green

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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Challenge: eliminate off-target wedge shots

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

Driving Range30-43 min17 HCP4 drills

Scoring34%

Dispersion33%

Precision17%

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Tighten your wedges: keep within 2 yards

Keep within 2 yards, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.

Driving Range30-43 min17 HCP4 drills

Scoring34%

Dispersion33%

Precision17%

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Wedge Accuracy Advanced

Maximize greens in regulation, for a 1-handicap player, ~10 minutes.

Driving Range30-43 min0 HCP9 drills

Scoring32%

Distance Control29%

Accuracy17%

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Feet, hips, shoulders—consistent contact every time

Avoid hooks and slices, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.

Driving Range~31 min35 HCP3 drills

Mechanics45%

Precision30%

Trajectory25%

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Maximize Mid-Irons In Regulation

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

Driving Range~31 min0 HCP6 drills

Scoring28%

Precision22%

Dispersion15%

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Prepare for Tournaments at Mayan Palace

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 Mayan Palace

Get answers to common questions about playing Mayan Palace and what to expect.

How difficult is Mayan Palace for mid-handicap golfers?

Players often find Mayan Palace technically exacting. This slope level makes it manageable compared to championship venues. The course rating of 70 reflects on scoring relative to par 35.

What tees should a 15 handicap play at Mayan Palace?

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 Mayan Palace?

With a course rating of 70 and par 35, a mid-handicap golfer would typically score in the mid to high 80s. Stronger players aiming to break 35 must manage approach shots and avoid penalty strokes.

How long is Mayan Palace 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 Mayan Palace 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 Mayan Palace 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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