Practice Programs
We studied this course layout and mapped exact drills around stroke index, handicap index and distances. Practice like you know Oak Island.
Total Programs
16
16 complete programs built for this course
Unique Drills
72
Total unique drills across all programs
Skill Pillars
11
Accuracy · Aim · Alignment · Dispersion · Distance Control · Mechanics
Session Durations
6
3 days , 4 days , 5 days , 6 days , 8 days , 9 days
We've mapped a comprehensive practice profile for Oak Island, 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.
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Skill Distribution
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
Most-used drills from for this course. Practice as standalone drills or scroll down for full programs.
Make 15 out of 25 putts over the chalk starting line.
Up to 5 players compete to stop a sand shot in the bullseye. The best final score relative to PAR wins the challenge. One bucket of balls per player is needed.
Work only on backswing using long irons only. Hit one bucket of ~50 balls.
Up to 5 players hit sand shot two buckets of balls (avg. bucket is 40 balls) from the sand.
Make a DIY 9 hole easy-difficulty course. Every hole is PAR 2. Count the score.
Up to 5 players play easy-difficulty 9 hole ‘PAR 2’ DIY course. Best final score wins.
Everything you need to know about Oak Island.
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928 Caswell Beach Road
Oak Island Golf Club offers a coastal Carolina golfing experience in Caswell Beach, North Carolina. The 18-hole, 6,720-yard George Cobb design provides an engaging layout admired by locals and vacationers alike. The club serves families, tournaments, leagues, and daily-fee golfers with a welcoming atmosphere and well-maintained conditions. Duffer’s Pub & Grille on site adds a social venue for players, making it a full-service golfing destination on Oak Island. Tee times and membership information are available through the club’s contact channels.
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Holes
18
Par
72
Type
Parkland
Architect
George Cobb
Opened
1962
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Drill Library
Explore the full on-course drill library built for this venue. Open any drill to review setup, coaching instructions, and target scoring benchmarks.
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Curated selection of drills based on Oak Island hole-by-hole data.
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Free eBook
Curated selection of drills based on Oak Island hole-by-hole data.
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Free eBook
Curated selection of drills based on Oak Island hole-by-hole data.
Available immediately. No cost. Download link + Email Delivery
"I agree to the privacy policy and terms of service." My rewards.
Free eBook
Curated selection of drills based on Oak Island hole-by-hole data.
Available immediately. No cost. Download link + Email Delivery
"I agree to the privacy policy and terms of service." My rewards.
Free eBook
Curated selection of drills based on Oak Island hole-by-hole data.
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Programs
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 profilePractice long putts for distance control, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Square the putter face, for a 12-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
A complete and progressive long-term development curriculum mapped from easier to harder drills, specifically for Oak Island. 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.
Full 45 days 63 page practice program designed specifically around this course hole by hole data.
Putting · 6 ft (2m) only
Control Every 6 Ft Putt
Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 17.0
Short Game · Mixed
Keep Ball Near Hole
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Driving Range · Short irons (9,8)
Feet, hips, shoulders—consistent contact
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Putting · 9 ft (3m) only
Sink Mid-Distance Putts
Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 17.0
Short Game · Sand
Turn bunker shots into par saves—score from the sand
Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 17.0
Driving Range · Long irons (4,3,2)
Feet, hips, shoulders—consistent contact every time
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Putting · 3 ft (1m) only
Hit Center Of Cup From 3 Feet
Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 12.0
Short Game · Mixed
Up-and-down contest: how many can you save in a row?
Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 17.0
Driving Range · Mid irons (7,6,5)
Perfect your swing: mechanics for mid iron success
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
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See landing and roll, for a 15-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
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Get StartedLand 2-3 feet away, for a 14-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Consistent long iron contact, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Get close to pin, for a 29-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Hit putts with both left and right breaks, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Save par clutch, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Save par clutch, for a 17-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Mix short game shots, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Land 3-4 feet away, for a 17-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Hit within 2-4 yards, for a 9-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Avoid slices and hooks, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Control long iron spin, for a 26-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Master driver length, for a 6-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
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Get StartedPerfect mid iron swing, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
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FAQ
Get answers to common questions about playing Oak Island and what to expect.
Oak Island 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.
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.
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.
Stretching to 6500 yards from the back tees, it does not overwhelm length but rewards accuracy.
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.
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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