Adjust stance and grip for better roll, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Practice Programs
Complete Golf Practice Blueprint for Mission Hills Golf Club - Haikou
Discover tailored practice programs for this course.
Total Programs
16
16 complete programs built for this course
Unique Drills
74
Total unique drills across all programs
Skill Pillars
12
Accuracy · Aim · Alignment · Dispersion · Distance Control · Green Reading
Session Durations
7
3 days , 4 days , 5 days , 6 days , 7 days , 8 days , 9 days
Double Pin Practice Profile
We've mapped a comprehensive practice profile for Double Pin, 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
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.
Top Drills
Featured Drills for Double Pin
Most-used drills from for this course. Practice as standalone drills or scroll down for full programs.
Putting Aid: Alignment Mirror, 50 in a Row
Make 50 putts in a row using an alignment mirror.
Sand Short
Up to 5 players hit sand shot two buckets of balls (avg. bucket is 40 balls) from the sand.
All irons (9 to 2) | Alternate Targets Challenge
Complete the Alternate Targets Challenge using irons only. Hit one bucket of ~50 balls.

Around the Hole: 4 Ball Circle, 50 in a Row
Make 50 putts in a Row from [3 ft | 1 m].
Around the Hole: 8 Ball Circle, 50 in a Row
Make 50 putts in a Row from [3 ft | 1 m].
Single Tee, 50 in a Row
Make 50 putts in a row.
Course Details
Everything you need to know about Double Pin.
Contact Information
Phone
+44 (0)1250 872622
Fax
+44 (0) 1250 872622
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Facilities
Location
1, Mission Hills Boulevard
Course Information
Holes
180
Par
54
Type
Parkland
Architect
Schmidt-Curley
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Programs
Skill-Based Practice Programs for Double Pin
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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% match to course practice profilePerfect aim and stroke, for a 2-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Stick flops to green, for a 16-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Land 2-3 feet away, for a 15-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
12 Week Flagship Program for Double Pin
A complete and progressive long-term development curriculum mapped from easier to harder drills, specifically for Double Pin. Start with the basics and work your way towards more challenging drills. Commit to 12 weeks of training and get in proper shape. Four days counts as a week.
Putting · 6 ft (2m) only
Control Every 6 Ft Putt
Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 17.0
Short Game · Mixed
Make Par Around the Green
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Driving Range · Driver
Driver Fairway Accuracy For Beginners
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Putting · 3 ft (1m) only
Make Putts Inside 3 Feet Precisely
Difficulty: Expert · Program HCP 2.0
Short Game · Mixed
Feel the green: mixed shots to different distances and control your rollout
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 24.0
Driving Range · Wedges (LW,SW,GW,PW)
Wedge Distance Control Inside 100 Yards
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Putting · 3 ft (1m) only
Perfect Every 3 Ft Putt
Difficulty: Expert · Program HCP 2.0
Short Game · Flop
Land 3–4 Feet From Pin
Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 16.0
Driving Range · Wedges (LW,SW,GW,PW)
Center of the green: reduce spread on wedges
Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 17.0
Achieve distance accuracy, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Control distance inside 100, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Control distance precisely, for a 3-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
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Get StartedMix short game shots, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
See landing and roll, for a 13-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Vary landing spot, for a 24-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Vary landing spot, for a 11-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Control ball flight basics, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Keep within 2 yards, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Hit varying targets, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Hit greens with short irons, for a 1-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Avoid fringe with mid irons, for a 11-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Prepare for Tournaments at Double Pin
Follow a complete multi-week structured practice program ahead of the upcoming events and arrive prepared.
No upcoming tournaments at this time.
FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions about Double Pin
Get answers to common questions about playing Double Pin and what to expect.
How difficult is Double Pin for mid-handicap golfers?
Players often find Double Pin technically exacting. This slope level makes it manageable compared to championship venues. The course rating of 70 reflects on scoring relative to par 54.
What tees should a 15 handicap play at Double Pin?
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 Double Pin?
With a course rating of 70 and par 54, a mid-handicap golfer would typically score in the mid to high 80s. Stronger players aiming to break 54 must manage approach shots and avoid penalty strokes.
How long is Double Pin 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 Double Pin 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 Double Pin 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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