Practice Programs

Complete Golf Practice Blueprint for Miami Shores Country Club

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Miami Shores, Florida, United States of America

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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 · Green Reading

Session Durations

3 days , 4 days , 5 days , 6 days , 7 days , 9 days

AccuracyAimAlignmentDispersionDistance ControlGreen Reading+6 more

Miami Shores Practice Profile

We've mapped a comprehensive practice profile for Miami Shores, 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

Precision 29%Scoring 25%Aim 21%Distance Control 12%Trajectory 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.

19.1

Average HCP

11.7

Minimum HCP

33.5

Maximum HCP

Top Drills

Featured Drills for Miami Shores

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

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.

Short Game26 min

Pitch | Parallel Piles | 9 Stop Zones

Up to 5 players compete to stop a pitch shot in the stop zone(s). The player with the most points at the end wins the challenge. One bucket of balls per player is needed.

Driving Range31 min

Mid irons (7,6,5) | Downswing

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

Putting18 min

Putting Aid: String Line, 50 in a Row

Make 50 putts in a row, underneath the hanging string line.

Putting30 min

Putting Aid: Chalk Line, 50 in Row

Make 50 putts in a row over the chalk starting line.

Putting18 min

Putting Aid: Plane Board, Ball Gate, 15/25

Make 15 out of 25 putts through the ball gate, using plane board.

Course Details

Everything you need to know about Miami Shores.

Contact Information

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Phone

+44 (0)1250 872622

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Fax

+44 (0) 1250 872622

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apozzi@miamishoresgolf.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

10000 Biscayne Blvd

Course Description

Miami Shores Country Club is operated by PCM. Established in 1971 by Founder and President, Johnny LaPonzina, Professional Course Management (PCM) is a privately held, full-service management company that specializes in helping golf properties achieve their business goals. For the past 30 years, Professional Course Management has successfully owned, operated or managed more than 20 public, semi-private, municipal and resort golf properties in South Florida. PCM enjoys a proven track record for creating success at such properties as Bonaventure, Inverrary, Miami Beach, Miami Shores, Normandy, Palm Aire, Pembroke Lakes, Raintree, Grand Palms and Presidential. Currently, PCM owns, operates, manages or markets some of South Florida's leading golf clubs including: Miami Beach Golf Club, Normandy Shores Golf Club, Pemborke Lakes Golf Club and Miami Shores Country Club.

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Course Information

Holes

Par

Type

Parkland

Architect

Red Lawrence

Opened

1939

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Programs

Skill-Based Practice Programs for Miami Shores

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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Align Putter Face For Accurate 3 Foot Putts

Square the putter face, for a 12-handicap player, ~15 minutes.

Putting18-30 min12 HCP3 drills

Alignment37%

Aim22%

Stroke13%

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Reduce Missed Mid Putts

Build putting confidence, for a 5-handicap player, ~10 minutes.

Putting15-24 min4 HCP5 drills

Scoring31%

Precision27%

Aim24%

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Turn Chips into Birdie Chances

Turn into birdies, for a 31-handicap player, ~30 minutes.

Short Game~26 min30 HCP4 drills

Scoring44%

Aim16%

Accuracy14%

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Can you fly it over the bunker and stop it close?

Aim for soft landing, for a 20-handicap player, ~15 minutes.

Short Game~26 min19 HCP9 drills

Aim31%

Precision17%

Scoring17%

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11 Week Flagship Program for Miami Shores

A complete and progressive long-term development curriculum mapped from easier to harder drills, specifically for Miami Shores. 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.

Week 1≤ 3 days

Putting · 3 ft (1m) only

Align Putter Face For Accurate 3 Foot Putts

Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 12.0

Weeks 1–3≤ 6 days

Short Game · Flop

Land Flop Shots Near Hole

Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0

Weeks 3–4≤ 4 days

Driving Range · Short irons (9,8)

Feet, hips, shoulders—consistent contact

Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0

Weeks 4–5≤ 5 days

Putting · 6 ft (2m) only

Reduce Missed Mid Putts

Difficulty: Expert · Program HCP 4.0

Weeks 5–6≤ 4 days

Short Game · Chip

Turn Chips into Birdie Chances

Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 30.0

Weeks 6–7≤ 3 days

Driving Range · Mid irons (7,6,5)

Perfect your swing: mechanics for mid iron success

Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0

Weeks 7–8≤ 6 days

Putting · 3 ft (1m) only

Sink All Short Putts

Difficulty: Expert · Program HCP 2.0

Weeks 8–10≤ 7 days

Short Game · Pitch

Can you hit your intended line from any lie?

Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 22.0

Weeks 10–11≤ 6 days

Driving Range · Driver

Stop Missing Fairways with Driver

Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0

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Perfect your swing: mechanics for mid iron success

Avoid fat or thin shots, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.

Driving Range~31 min35 HCP3 drills

Mechanics45%

Precision30%

Trajectory25%

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Feet, hips, shoulders—consistent contact

Consistent short iron contact, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.

Driving Range~31 min35 HCP4 drills

Mechanics45%

Precision29%

Trajectory26%

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Sink All Short Putts

Perfect aim and stroke, for a 2-handicap player, ~10 minutes.

Putting15-30 min2 HCP6 drills

Scoring35%

Precision29%

Aim14%

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Can you hit your intended line from any lie?

Dial in aim, for a 23-handicap player, ~20 minutes.

Short Game~26 min22 HCP7 drills

Aim31%

Precision25%

Dispersion15%

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Land 2–3 Feet From Hole

Sand from longer range, for a 15-handicap player, ~15 minutes.

Short Game~26 min15 HCP7 drills

Distance Control22%

Scoring20%

Precision16%

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Land Flop Shots Near Hole

Land near hole, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.

Short Game~26 min35 HCP6 drills

Alignment26%

Scoring21%

Aim17%

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Pitch 30–45 Yds From Fairway

Stop pitches near hole, for a 3-handicap player, ~10 minutes.

Short Game~26 min3 HCP9 drills

Precision20%

Aim18%

Distance Control18%

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Set a target and stick it: Bump'n'Run accuracy challenge

Visualize the line, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.

Short Game~26 min18 HCP4 drills

Dispersion24%

Scoring24%

Precision18%

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Stop Missing Fairways with Driver

Stop missing fairways, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.

Driving Range~31 min35 HCP6 drills

Precision29%

Mechanics22%

Trajectory19%

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Driver Fairway Accuracy Advanced

Maximize driver distance, for a 1-handicap player, ~10 minutes.

Driving Range30-31 min0 HCP6 drills

Scoring29%

Precision20%

Trajectory13%

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Improve Short Iron Accuracy

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

Driving Range~31 min17 HCP3 drills

Distance Control27%

Trajectory20%

Scoring20%

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Prepare for Tournaments at Miami Shores

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 Miami Shores

Get answers to common questions about playing Miami Shores and what to expect.

How difficult is Miami Shores for mid-handicap golfers?

From a scoring perspective, Miami Shores challenges consistency. The 120 slope rating keeps it accessible for developing players. The course rating of 70 reflects on scoring relative to par 71.

What tees should a 15 handicap play at Miami Shores?

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 Miami Shores?

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 Miami Shores and how does yardage affect play?

At a full length of 6500 yards, it balances distance with positional strategy.

What type of course is Miami Shores and how should I play it?

Architecturally, it reflects a Parkland style. 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 Miami Shores 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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