Control extended rolls, for a 14-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Putting18-27 min14 HCP5 drills
Dispersion40%
Accuracy30%
Visualization8%
Practice Programs
Complete Golf Practice Blueprint for Moon Palace Golf and Spa
Discover tailored practice programs for this course.
Total Programs
19
19 complete programs built for this course
Unique Drills
98
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
AccuracyAimAlignmentDispersionDistance ControlGreen Reading+6 more
Lakes-Dunes Practice Profile
We've mapped a comprehensive practice profile for Lakes-Dunes, 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 29%Precision 20%Distance Control 19%Aim 15%Dispersion 14%
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.
15.4
Average HCP
8.5
Minimum HCP
33.7
Maximum HCP
Top Drills
Featured Drills for Lakes-Dunes
Most-used drills from for this course. Practice as standalone drills or scroll down for full programs.
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Putting18 min
Stop the Ball: Circle, Eyes Closed [Long]
Stop the ball inside the circle with your eyes closed.
Short Game26 min
Sand | Parallel Piles | 3 Landing Zones
Align a bucket of balls (avg. bucket is 40 balls) in the sand into 10 equal parallel piles of 4 balls and hit-and-land sand shots inside landing zones. Count the number of successes.
Driving Range31 min
Driver | L-R and R-L 9 Targets
Hit 5 balls to each randomly selected target while producing left-to-right and right-to-left shots, using driver only. Hit one bucket of ~50 balls.
Driving Range31 min
Driver | 3 Landing Zones
Hit 15 balls to each landing zone using driver only. Hit one bucket of ~50 balls. Count total number of successful shots.
Driving Range31 min
Driver | Dispersion Corridors
Hit 15 balls to each dispersion corridor using driver only. Hit one bucket of ~50 balls. Count total number of successful shots.
Driving Range31 min
Short irons (9,8) | Opposite Shots Challenge
Complete the Opposite Shots Challenge using short irons only. Hit one bucket of ~50 balls.
Course Details
Everything you need to know about Lakes-Dunes.
Contact Information
📞
Phone
+44 (0)1250 872622
📠
Fax
+44 (0) 1250 872622
✉️Email
teetimes@palaceresorts.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
Carretera Cancun-Tulum Km 36.5, Fracc. Tamul
Course Description
Moon Palace Cancun is a Cancun-based all-inclusive resort offering spacious suites, gourmet dining, and unlimited premium drinks. The property features a 27-hole Jack Nicklaus Signature golf course, the Awe Spa, and extensive entertainment, plus dedicated kids and teens areas for family vacations. Located in Quintana Roo on the Riviera Maya coastline, it emphasizes luxury, pristine beaches, and multiple resort experiences across its premises.
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Course Information
Holes
27
Par
72
Type
Parkland
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Programs
Skill-Based Practice Programs for Lakes-Dunes
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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Showing 19 Programs
% match to course practice profileTreat every putt as crucial, for a 5-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Putting15-24 min4 HCP7 drills
Scoring34%
Precision29%
Aim16%
Challenge limits, for a 22-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Short Game~26 min22 HCP8 drills
Aim21%
Precision21%
Distance Control20%
Land 2 feet away, for a 1-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Short Game~26 min0 HCP4 drills
Scoring50%
Distance Control29%
Visualization21%
14 Week Flagship Program for Lakes-Dunes
A complete and progressive long-term development curriculum mapped from easier to harder drills, specifically for Lakes-Dunes. Start with the basics and work your way towards more challenging drills. Commit to 14 weeks of training and get in proper shape. Four days counts as a week.
Weeks 1–2≤ 5 days
Putting · Long (20+ ft)
Hit Cup From Long Distance
Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 14.0
Weeks 2–4≤ 7 days
Short Game · Bump'n'Run
Get your feet, hips, and clubface working together for pure contact
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 30.0
Weeks 4–5≤ 4 days
Driving Range · Driver
Stop Missing Fairways with Driver
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Weeks 5–6≤ 5 days
Putting · 6 ft (2m) only
Stop Missed Mid Putts Accurately
Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 11.0
Weeks 6–8≤ 7 days
Short Game · Chip
Pick Landing Spot
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 24.0
Weeks 8–9≤ 5 days
Driving Range · Short irons (9,8)
Control the height: spin and roll as needed
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 30.0
Weeks 9–11≤ 7 days
Putting · 9 ft (3m) only
Save Par From 9 Foot Putts
Difficulty: Expert · Program HCP 4.0
Weeks 11–13≤ 7 days
Short Game · Bump'n'Run
How close can you get? Challenge your short game limits
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 22.0
Weeks 13–14≤ 7 days
Driving Range · Woods (Hy,5W,3W)
Challenge: eliminate off-target woods shots
Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 17.0
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Get StartedBuild drive streaks, for a 6-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Driving Range~31 min6 HCP5 drills
Scoring26%
Dispersion19%
Trajectory16%
Stop missing fairways, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Driving Range~31 min35 HCP4 drills
Precision32%
Mechanics23%
Trajectory21%
Align putter head, for a 11-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Putting15-18 min11 HCP5 drills
Aim39%
Scoring16%
Alignment14%
Test your setup, for a 31-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Short Game~26 min30 HCP8 drills
Alignment31%
Distance Control20%
Scoring20%
Pinpoint sand shots, for a 16-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min15 HCP6 drills
Distance Control26%
Precision25%
Scoring13%
Chip close, for a 25-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Short Game~26 min24 HCP7 drills
Accuracy29%
Aim21%
Scoring18%
Pinpoint pitches, for a 15-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min15 HCP9 drills
Precision31%
Distance Control24%
Aim15%
Pick landing spot, for a 21-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Short Game~26 min20 HCP3 drills
Accuracy33%
Scoring29%
Aim21%
Save par consistently, for a 12-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min11 HCP3 drills
Scoring29%
Aim23%
Accuracy11%
Fade or draw short irons, for a 31-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Driving Range~31 min30 HCP5 drills
Trajectory29%
Precision25%
Mechanics18%
Consistent long iron rollout, for a 7-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Driving Range~31 min7 HCP5 drills
Distance Control38%
Scoring24%
Trajectory13%
Achieve distance consistency, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Driving Range~31 min17 HCP3 drills
Scoring27%
Dispersion20%
Precision17%
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Get StartedCenter fairway hits, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Driving Range30-31 min17 HCP7 drills
Dispersion33%
Precision31%
Scoring14%
Reach target zones, for a 6-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Driving Range~31 min6 HCP3 drills
Distance Control35%
Scoring23%
Trajectory22%
Advanced accuracy, for a 1-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Driving Range30-31 min0 HCP7 drills
Scoring33%
Precision19%
Dispersion13%
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Prepare for Tournaments at Lakes-Dunes
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 Lakes-Dunes
Get answers to common questions about playing Lakes-Dunes and what to expect.
How difficult is Lakes-Dunes for mid-handicap golfers?
Lakes-Dunes is regarded as a strategically complex layout. This slope level makes it manageable compared to championship venues. The course rating of 70 reflects on scoring relative to par 72.
What tees should a 15 handicap play at Lakes-Dunes?
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 Lakes-Dunes?
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 Lakes-Dunes 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 Lakes-Dunes 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 Lakes-Dunes 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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