Practice Programs

Complete Golf Practice Blueprint for Melia Villaitana Golf Club

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Total Programs

17 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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Poniente Practice Profile

We've mapped a comprehensive practice profile for Poniente, 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

Distance Control 26%Scoring 24%Aim 21%Precision 16%Trajectory 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.

19.1

Average HCP

10.5

Minimum HCP

Maximum HCP

Top Drills

Featured Drills for Poniente

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

Putting18 min

Stop the Ball: Inside the Field, Eyes Closed [Long]

Stop the ball inside all five fields - with your eyes closed - to complete the challenge.

Short Game26 min

Bump-n-Run | Deep Rough and Other | Flat

Hit bump-n-run shot two buckets of balls (avg. bucket is 40 balls) from the flat deep rough and other extreme grass types.

Driving Range31 min

All irons (9 to 2) | Progressive Targets Challenge

Complete the Progressive Targets Challenge using irons only. Hit one bucket of ~50 balls.

Short Game26 min

Bump-n-Run | Deep Rough and Other | Above/Below Feet

Hit bump-n-run shot two buckets of balls (avg. bucket is 40 balls) from the sloped deep rough and other extreme grass types; one bucket with balls above feet level, one bucket with balls below feet level.

Short Game26 min

Bump-n-Run | Scattered Ball Lines | Multiple Targets

Scatter a bucket of balls next to the green (avg. bucket is 40 balls) into 8 equal lines of 5 balls and stop bump-n-run shots close to multiple targets. Count the number of successes.

Short Game26 min

Chip | Perpendicular Piles | Bullseye 2x

Align a bucket of balls (avg. bucket is 40 balls) into 10 equal perpendicular piles of 4 balls and stop chip shots inside the Bullseye. Count the number of balls in the inner and outer Bullseye.

Course Details

Everything you need to know about Poniente.

Contact Information

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Phone

+44 (0)1250 872622

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Fax

+44 (0) 1250 872622

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caddymaster@melia.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

Avenida Alcalde Eduardo Zaplana Hernandez-Soro, 7

Course Description

Meliá Villaitana Golf Club is a golf destination in Benidorm, Alicante, known for its two Nicklaus Design 18-hole courses within the Meliá Villaitana resort. The venue combines championship golf with hotel, spa, pools, and dining facilities, offering a complete resort experience for visitors and members. It markets itself as a complete golf destination in a single resort, with easy access to nearby beaches and leisure activities. The club is part of the Meliá Hotels International portfolio and emphasizes premium resort-style hospitality in Spain’s Costa Blanca region.

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Course Information

Holes

Par

Type

Parkland

Architect

Nicklaus Design

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Programs

Skill-Based Practice Programs for Poniente

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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Make Every 20+ Ft Putt

Focus on ball roll and finish position, for a 1-handicap player, ~10 minutes.

Putting~18 min0 HCP6 drills

Visualization31%

Distance Control31%

Dispersion22%

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Aim To Hit Center Every Time

Focus on alignment, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.

Putting18-30 min17 HCP3 drills

Aim32%

Stroke28%

Alignment23%

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Bump'n'Run From 5–10 Yds

Use a short swing, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.

Short Game~26 min35 HCP9 drills

Distance Control27%

Scoring19%

Dispersion16%

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Stop Ball on Dime

Feel the green, for a 24-handicap player, ~20 minutes.

Short Game~26 min23 HCP9 drills

Distance Control36%

Aim15%

Alignment11%

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13 Week Flagship Program for Poniente

A complete and progressive long-term development curriculum mapped from easier to harder drills, specifically for Poniente. Start with the basics and work your way towards more challenging drills. Commit to 13 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 1–3≤ 7 days

Short Game · Bump'n'Run

Bump'n'Run From 5–10 Yds

Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0

Weeks 4–5≤ 5 days

Driving Range · Short irons (9,8)

Hit Short Irons Close To Flag

Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0

Weeks 5–6≤ 5 days

Putting · 9 ft (3m) only

Reduce Missed Putts Consistently

Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 11.0

Weeks 6–7≤ 5 days

Short Game · Chip

Chip Close: Leave Inside 3 Feet

Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 31.0

Weeks 7–9≤ 7 days

Driving Range · Mid irons (7,6,5)

Stop Missing Greens With Mid Irons

Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0

Weeks 10–11≤ 6 days

Putting · Long (20+ ft)

Make Every 20+ Ft Putt

Difficulty: Expert · Program HCP 0.0

Weeks 11–13≤ 7 days

Short Game · Bump'n'Run

Visualize your line, then make it happen on every shot

Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 29.0

Week 13≤ 3 days

Driving Range · Short irons (9,8)

Reduce Misses With Short Irons

Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 17.0

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Driver Fairway Accuracy Advanced

Precision from 200 yards, for a 1-handicap player, ~10 minutes.

Driving Range30-31 min0 HCP6 drills

Scoring29%

Precision20%

Trajectory13%

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Hit Short Irons Close To Flag

Hit close to flag, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.

Driving Range~31 min35 HCP5 drills

Precision32%

Mechanics27%

Trajectory15%

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Reduce Missed Putts Consistently

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

Putting15-18 min11 HCP5 drills

Aim38%

Scoring18%

Alignment14%

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Visualize your line, then make it happen on every shot

Pick your spot, for a 30-handicap player, ~20 minutes.

Short Game~26 min29 HCP7 drills

Scoring33%

Aim27%

Distance Control14%

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Vary your landing spot and see how close you can get

Feel the green, for a 26-handicap player, ~20 minutes.

Short Game~26 min25 HCP8 drills

Scoring44%

Distance Control32%

Visualization24%

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Chip Close: Leave Inside 3 Feet

Pick landing spot, for a 31-handicap player, ~30 minutes.

Short Game~26 min31 HCP5 drills

Accuracy28%

Distance Control26%

Scoring17%

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How close can you get from a tough lie? Precision test

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

Short Game~26 min14 HCP6 drills

Precision31%

Aim23%

Distance Control14%

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Thread the gap: flop through a narrow landing zone

Precision from tough lie, for a 10-handicap player, ~15 minutes.

Short Game~26 min10 HCP5 drills

Precision28%

Aim20%

Scoring19%

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Pick your spot and trust your swing—bunker aim challenge

Fly out and stop close, for a 15-handicap player, ~15 minutes.

Short Game23-26 min15 HCP6 drills

Aim36%

Distance Control17%

Scoring13%

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Reduce Misses With Short Irons

Control distance, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.

Driving Range~31 min17 HCP3 drills

Distance Control27%

Trajectory20%

Scoring20%

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Stop Missing Greens With Mid Irons

Control distance 150-180, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.

Driving Range~31 min35 HCP9 drills

Precision28%

Mechanics20%

Trajectory16%

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Feel the distance: control mid iron rollout

Control mid iron rollout, for a 13-handicap player, ~15 minutes.

Driving Range~31 min12 HCP7 drills

Distance Control32%

Scoring24%

Trajectory19%

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Land it close: set up par or better every time

Save with mid irons, for a 9-handicap player, ~10 minutes.

Driving Range~31 min9 HCP4 drills

Distance Control25%

Scoring21%

Trajectory15%

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Prepare for Tournaments at Poniente

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 Poniente

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

How difficult is Poniente for mid-handicap golfers?

From a scoring perspective, Poniente challenges consistency. This slope level makes it manageable compared to championship venues. The course rating of 70 reflects on scoring relative to par 62.

What tees should a 15 handicap play at Poniente?

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 Poniente?

With a course rating of 70 and par 62, a mid-handicap golfer would typically score in the mid to high 80s. Stronger players aiming to break 62 must manage approach shots and avoid penalty strokes.

How long is Poniente 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 Poniente 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 Poniente 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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