Practice Programs

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Mijas, Andalucia, Spain

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Total Programs

12 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

AccuracyAimAlignmentDispersionDistance ControlMechanics+4 more

Los Lagos Practice Profile

We've mapped a comprehensive practice profile for Los Lagos, 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 26%Scoring 23%Distance Control 18%Aim 18%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.

23.6

Average HCP

12.8

Minimum HCP

Maximum HCP

Top Drills

Featured Drills for Los Lagos

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

Short Game26 min

Sand Long

Up to 5 players hit sand shot two buckets of balls (avg. bucket is 40 balls) from the sand.

Driving Range31 min

Mid irons (7,6,5) | Backswing

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

Short Game26 min

Sand Mid

Up to 5 players hit sand shot two buckets of balls (avg. bucket is 40 balls) from the sand.

Short Game26 min

Flop | Perpendicular Piles | Bullseye 2x

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

Short Game26 min

Flop | Scattered Ball Lines | Bullseye 2x

Scatter a bucket of balls (avg. bucket is 40 balls) into 8 equal lines of 5 balls and stop flop shots inside Bullseye. Count the number of balls in the inner and outer Bullseye.

Short Game26 min

Flop | Perpendicular Piles | Multiple Targets

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

Course Details

Everything you need to know about Los Lagos.

Contact Information

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Phone

+44 (0)1250 872622

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Fax

+44 (0) 1250 872622

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direccion@mijasgolf.org

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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 Louison Bobet. N 1-3 y 5.

Course Description

Mijas Golf is a golf complex located in Málaga on the Costa del Sol, featuring two 18-hole courses, Los Lagos and Los Olivos, designed by Robert Trent Jones Sr. The club emphasizes high‑quality course maintenance and a full travel and leisure experience, including a restaurant, practice facilities, and a pro shop, with convenient access from nearby Fuengirola and the Mediterranean. It positions itself as a premier golf destination on the Costa del Sol, offering golfing turismo, culture, and gastronomy in a picturesque Andalusian setting.

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Course Information

Holes

Par

Type

Parkland

Architect

Robert Trent Jones Sr.

Opened

1976

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Programs

Skill-Based Practice Programs for Los Lagos

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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Feel the distance: flop to different targets and control your rollout

Feel the distance, for a 17-handicap player, ~15 minutes.

Short Game~26 min17 HCP6 drills

Distance Control30%

Accuracy22%

Alignment17%

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Keep Par Safe

Land close to pin, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.

Short Game~26 min35 HCP7 drills

Aim27%

Alignment24%

Scoring19%

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Improve Mid-Iron Accuracy

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

Driving Range~31 min35 HCP3 drills

Precision30%

Mechanics30%

Trajectory17%

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Center of the fairway: reduce misses on approach shots

Eliminate off-target woods, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.

Driving Range30-31 min17 HCP3 drills

Precision39%

Dispersion34%

Distance Control12%

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13 Week Flagship Program for Los Lagos

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

Weeks 1–2≤ 7 days

Short Game · Pitch

Keep Par Safe

Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0

Weeks 2–4≤ 7 days

Short Game · Chip

Stop Chips Near Hole

Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 34.0

Weeks 4–6≤ 7 days

Short Game · Sand

Set your sights on the flag: aim for a soft landing

Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 22.0

Weeks 6–8≤ 6 days

Short Game · Flop

Feel the distance: flop to different targets and control your rollout

Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 17.0

Weeks 8–9≤ 4 days

Driving Range · Short irons (9,8)

Check your setup: avoid slices and hooks

Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0

Week 9≤ 3 days

Driving Range · Mid irons (7,6,5)

Improve Mid-Iron Accuracy

Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0

Weeks 10–11≤ 6 days

Driving Range · Driver

Can you match your swing to the perfect trajectory?

Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 24.0

Weeks 11–12≤ 3 days

Driving Range · Woods (Hy,5W,3W)

Center of the fairway: reduce misses on approach shots

Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 17.0

Weeks 12–13≤ 5 days

Driving Range · Driver

Keep it in the corridor—hit within 10 yards every time

Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 17.0

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Can you match your plan to your shot?

Match plan to shot, for a 13-handicap player, ~15 minutes.

Short Game~26 min13 HCP6 drills

Scoring41%

Accuracy34%

Visualization25%

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Stop Chips Near Hole

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

Short Game~26 min34 HCP8 drills

Distance Control26%

Scoring25%

Aim18%

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Save par with a clutch bunker shot—pressure drill

Save par clutch, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.

Short Game~26 min17 HCP8 drills

Scoring33%

Accuracy19%

Aim13%

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Thread the gap: pitch through a narrow landing zone

Thread the gap, for a 14-handicap player, ~15 minutes.

Short Game~26 min13 HCP5 drills

Precision35%

Aim20%

Distance Control14%

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Set your sights on the flag: aim for a soft landing

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

Short Game~26 min22 HCP8 drills

Aim33%

Scoring18%

Distance Control17%

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Check your setup: avoid slices and hooks

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

Driving Range~31 min35 HCP4 drills

Mechanics45%

Precision29%

Trajectory26%

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Keep it in the corridor—hit within 10 yards every time

Hit within 10 yards, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.

Driving Range~31 min17 HCP5 drills

Dispersion31%

Precision20%

Scoring16%

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Can you match your swing to the perfect trajectory?

Control driver arc, for a 25-handicap player, ~20 minutes.

Driving Range~31 min24 HCP6 drills

Trajectory31%

Precision22%

Mechanics15%

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FAQ

Frequently Asked Questions about Los Lagos

Get answers to common questions about playing Los Lagos and what to expect.

How difficult is Los Lagos for mid-handicap golfers?

From a scoring perspective, Los Lagos challenges consistency. The 120 slope rating keeps it accessible for developing players. The course rating of 70 reflects on scoring relative to par 72.

What tees should a 15 handicap play at Los Lagos?

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 Lagos?

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 Los Lagos and how does yardage affect play?

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

What type of course is Los Lagos 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 Los Lagos 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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