60% match
For WHITE tees
Check clubface, for a 23-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Short Game~26 min22 HCP9 drills
Alignment29%
Distance Control19%
Scoring16%
Practice Programs
Complete Golf Practice Blueprint for On Top of the World Golf Club
Discover tailored practice programs for this course.
Total Programs
44
44 complete programs built for this course
Unique Drills
187
Total unique drills across all programs
Skill Pillars
11
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+5 more
Links Practice Profile
We've mapped a comprehensive practice profile for Links, 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
Distance Control 25%Scoring 23%Precision 18%Accuracy 16%Aim 16%
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
Average HCP
10.6
Minimum HCP
34.3
Maximum HCP
Top Drills
Featured Drills for Links
Most-used drills from for this course. Practice as standalone drills or scroll down for full programs.
Putting18 min
Single Tee, 50 in a Row
Make 50 putts in a row.
Short Game26 min
Chip | Parallel Piles | 9 Stop Zones
Up to 5 players compete to stop a chip 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
Woods (Hy to 3W) | Around the Stick
Curve the ball around the alignment stick using using woods only. Hit one bucket of ~50 balls.
Short Game26 min
Chip | Parallel Ball Lines | Multiple Targets
Up to 5 players compete to stop a chip shot closest to the multiple target(s). The player with the most points at the end wins the challenge. Up to 80 balls are needed.
Short Game26 min
Chip | Deep Rough and Other | Above/Below Feet
Hit two buckets of balls (avg. bucket is 40 balls) from the sloped deep rough and other extreme grass types; one bucket with balls above feet level, and one bucket with balls below feet level.
Short Game26 min
Chip | Parallel Piles | Bullseye 2x
Up to 5 players compete to stop a chip shot in the bullseye. The best final score relative to PAR wins the challenge. One bucket of balls per player is needed.
Course Details
Everything you need to know about Links.
Contact Information
📞
Phone
+44 (0)1250 872622
📠
Fax
+44 (0) 1250 872622
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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
9050 SW 99th Street Road
Course Description
On Top of the World Communities, Inc. is one of the oldest privately held construction and development companies in Florida, specializing in desirable Florida active adult retirement living. The company, founded by Sidney Colen, began building in 1947 and has constructed homes for literally tens of thousands of satisfied buyers. Following the success of the first On Top of the World condominium community in Clearwater, Florida, Colen’s interest grew to include central Florida where, in 1975, he purchased a large parcel of land in Ocala formerly known as Circle Square Ranch. Development began on this land in 1982 and continues today. For over 60 years, Sidney Colen served as CEO for On Top of the World Communities. Today, Kenneth D. Colen, Sidney Colen’s son, is the company’s President and CEO, overseeing the development and operation of the Ocala property for over 35 years. At On Top of the World Communities, you’ll discover the lifestyle and community of your dreams. Currently under development are three neighborhoods - Stonebridge at Candler Hills, Windsor, and Renaissance Park. A wealth of amenities located within and just outside the gated residential community provide activities both day and night. Helping others enjoy life to the fullest - it was the vision from the beginning and continues as a Colen family tradition.
55+ retirement community • active adult living • retirement community florida • ocala retirement community • senior living florida • energy efficient homes • quality construction • floor plans • move in ready homes • recreational amenities • 800-number? not used • colen built design studio • circle square commons • maintenance-included • home series • longleaf ridge neighborhood • weybourne landing • balfour move in ready • ocala life • resident clubs • active adult communities • retirement living • real estate development • gated communities • senior lifestyle • construction
Course Information
Holes
54
Par
72
Type
Parkland
Architect
Ken Colen
Opened
2008
Google Reviews
Business Claimed
⭐4.4(101 reviews)
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Scorecard
Course Scorecard & Tee Insights
Toggle the colour-coded tees to reveal hole-by-hole pars, handicaps, yardages, and gender-specific ratings for Links, all within a single responsive scorecard.
Scorecard data available for WHITE
Men's Tees
Women's Tees
Tee Insight:This course delivers steady pressure through short par fours needing tee to green control and par threes testing carry feel, where misses spark bogey risks on high handicap stretches amid reachable fives.
O
ORANGE Tee
Gender: MalePar 724635 yards4238 metersCR 61.8Bogey 80.6Slope 101
Gender: Male
Front Nine · CR 30.9 · BR 40.2 · Slope 100
Back Nine · CR 30.9 · BR 40.4 · Slope 102
| Hole | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | IN | 10 | 11 | 12 | 13 | 14 | 15 | 16 | 17 | 18 | OUT | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Par | 4 | 4 | 5 | 4 | 3 | 3 | 5 | 4 | 4 | 36 | 4 | 4 | 5 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 36 | 72 |
| Handicap | 13 | 11 | 5 | 15 | 9 | 1 | 3 | 7 | 17 | — | 14 | 10 | 4 | 12 | 8 | 2 | 18 | 16 | 6 | — | — |
| Yardage | 241 | 279 | 342 | 249 | 121 | 150 | 381 | 291 | 247 | 2301 | 229 | 280 | 358 | 232 | 153 | 309 | 234 | 254 | 285 | 2334 | 4635 |
B
BLACK Tee
Gender: FemalePar 723877 yards3545 metersCR 61.6Bogey 85.8Slope 103
Gender: Female
Front Nine · CR 30.9 · BR 42.8 · Slope 101
Back Nine · CR 30.7 · BR 43.0 · Slope 104
| Hole | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | IN | 10 | 11 | 12 | 13 | 14 | 15 | 16 | 17 | 18 | OUT | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Par | 4 | 4 | 5 | 4 | 3 | 3 | 5 | 4 | 4 | 36 | 4 | 4 | 5 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 36 | 72 |
| Handicap | 17 | 9 | 3 | 15 | 11 | 5 | 1 | 7 | 13 | — | 16 | 8 | 4 | 14 | 10 | 2 | 18 | 12 | 6 | — | — |
| Yardage | 200 | 228 | 302 | 212 | 101 | 113 | 297 | 268 | 217 | 1938 | 198 | 219 | 333 | 200 | 99 | 227 | 213 | 221 | 229 | 1939 | 3877 |
O
ORANGE Tee
Gender: FemalePar 724635 yards4238 metersCR 66.2Bogey 92.6Slope 112
Gender: Female
Front Nine · CR 33.1 · BR 46.0 · Slope 109
Back Nine · CR 33.1 · BR 46.6 · Slope 114
| Hole | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | IN | 10 | 11 | 12 | 13 | 14 | 15 | 16 | 17 | 18 | OUT | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Par | 4 | 4 | 5 | 4 | 3 | 3 | 5 | 4 | 4 | 36 | 4 | 4 | 5 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 36 | 72 |
| Handicap | 17 | 9 | 3 | 15 | 11 | 5 | 1 | 7 | 13 | — | 16 | 8 | 4 | 14 | 10 | 2 | 18 | 12 | 6 | — | — |
| Yardage | 241 | 279 | 342 | 249 | 121 | 150 | 381 | 291 | 247 | 2301 | 229 | 280 | 358 | 232 | 153 | 309 | 234 | 254 | 285 | 2334 | 4635 |
W
WHITE Tee
Gender: FemalePar 725604 yards5124 metersCR 71.9Bogey 99.9Slope 119
Gender: Female
Front Nine · CR 35.7 · BR 49.0 · Slope 113
Back Nine · CR 36.2 · BR 50.9 · Slope 125
| Hole | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | IN | 10 | 11 | 12 | 13 | 14 | 15 | 16 | 17 | 18 | OUT | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Par | 4 | 4 | 5 | 4 | 3 | 3 | 5 | 4 | 4 | 36 | 4 | 4 | 5 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 36 | 72 |
| Handicap | 17 | 9 | 3 | 15 | 11 | 5 | 1 | 7 | 13 | — | 16 | 8 | 4 | 14 | 10 | 2 | 18 | 12 | 6 | — | — |
| Yardage | 298 | 316 | 395 | 308 | 154 | 182 | 443 | 366 | 298 | 2760 | 293 | 354 | 434 | 291 | 181 | 359 | 273 | 306 | 353 | 2844 | 5604 |
Programs
Skill-Based Practice Programs for Links
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 44 Programs
% match to course practice profile40% match
For WHITE tees
Match plan to shot, for a 15-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min15 HCP4 drills
Scoring45%
Accuracy31%
Visualization25%
73% match
For WHITE tees
Precision mid-irons, for a 1-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Driving Range~31 min0 HCP6 drills
Scoring25%
Distance Control20%
Precision16%
40% match
For WHITE tees
Control 3-wood roll, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Driving Range~31 min35 HCP7 drills
Precision32%
Mechanics19%
Trajectory17%
14 Week Flagship Program for Links
A complete and progressive long-term development curriculum mapped from easier to harder drills, specifically for Links. 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.
Week 1≤ 4 days
Putting · Long (20+ ft)
Eliminate Three-Putts
Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 17.0
Weeks 2–3≤ 5 days
Putting · 3 ft (1m) only
Reduce Short Putts
Difficulty: Expert · Program HCP 1.0
Weeks 3–4≤ 6 days
Short Game · Chip
Avoid Three-Putts
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Weeks 4–6≤ 6 days
Short Game · Chip
Avoid Three-Putts
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Weeks 6–8≤ 7 days
Short Game · Chip
Chip 5–15 Yds From Fringe
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Weeks 8–10≤ 7 days
Short Game · Pitch
Keep Par Safe
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Weeks 10–11≤ 7 days
Driving Range · Woods (Hy,5W,3W)
Control 3-Wood Roll
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Weeks 12–13≤ 5 days
Driving Range · Driver
Control Driver Ball Flight
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Weeks 13–14≤ 5 days
Driving Range · Mid irons (7,6,5)
Improve Mid-Iron Accuracy
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
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38% match
For WHITE tees
Hit close to flag, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Driving Range~31 min35 HCP8 drills
Precision32%
Mechanics23%
Trajectory17%
63% match
For WHITE tees
Avoid Three-Putts
Short Game~26 min35 HCP6 drills
Distance Control25%
Aim24%
Alignment12%
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Get Started65% match
For WHITE tees
Pick landing spot, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min17 HCP7 drills
Accuracy26%
Distance Control24%
Scoring19%
68% match
For WHITE tees
Chip through gate, for a 2-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Short Game~26 min1 HCP5 drills
Aim29%
Distance Control19%
Precision18%
66% match
For WHITE tees
Avoid 3-putt, for a 23-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Short Game~26 min22 HCP7 drills
Accuracy28%
Distance Control23%
Alignment17%
56% match
For WHITE tees
Thread the needle, for a 22-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Short Game~26 min21 HCP8 drills
Precision33%
Aim28%
Distance Control12%
61% match
For WHITE tees
Get square, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Short Game~26 min34 HCP9 drills
Alignment26%
Aim23%
Scoring21%
65% match
For WHITE tees
Up-and-down contest, for a 16-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min15 HCP9 drills
Scoring29%
Accuracy20%
Distance Control16%
72% match
For WHITE tees
Feel the green, for a 4-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Short Game~26 min4 HCP9 drills
Distance Control24%
Aim15%
Dispersion15%
68% match
For WHITE tees
Land 2 feet away, for a 13-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min12 HCP6 drills
Accuracy31%
Scoring22%
Distance Control12%
66% match
For WHITE tees
Pinpoint pitches, for a 17-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min16 HCP9 drills
Precision31%
Distance Control23%
Aim16%
65% match
For ORANGE tees
Eliminate careless misses, for a 2-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Putting15-30 min1 HCP5 drills
Scoring32%
Precision31%
Aim17%
58% match
For ORANGE tees
Pick your spot, for a 26-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Short Game~26 min26 HCP6 drills
Aim31%
Dispersion19%
Scoring18%
62% match
For ORANGE tees
Pinpoint chips, for a 21-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Short Game~26 min21 HCP9 drills
Precision31%
Distance Control25%
Aim14%
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Get Started40% match
For ORANGE tees
Visualize perfect pitch, for a 14-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min14 HCP6 drills
Scoring45%
Accuracy32%
Visualization24%
61% match
For ORANGE tees
Reduce misses, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Driving Range~31 min17 HCP3 drills
Distance Control27%
Trajectory20%
Scoring20%
35% match
For ORANGE tees
Control ball flight basics, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Driving Range~31 min35 HCP5 drills
Precision28%
Aim20%
Trajectory18%
59% match
For ORANGE tees
Improve accuracy, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Driving Range~31 min35 HCP5 drills
Precision24%
Mechanics18%
Aim15%
64% match
For ORANGE tees
Avoid Three-Putts
Short Game~26 min35 HCP6 drills
Distance Control25%
Alignment17%
Dispersion17%
48% match
For ORANGE tees
Turn into birdies, for a 17-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min17 HCP4 drills
Scoring32%
Accuracy30%
Alignment16%
68% match
For ORANGE tees
Hit intended line, for a 2-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Short Game~26 min1 HCP5 drills
Aim29%
Distance Control19%
Precision18%
58% match
For ORANGE tees
Chip close, for a 17-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min17 HCP6 drills
Accuracy35%
Scoring18%
Aim13%
64% match
For ORANGE tees
Pinpoint mixed shots, for a 17-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min17 HCP5 drills
Precision29%
Distance Control21%
Aim20%
66% match
For ORANGE tees
Check setup, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Short Game~26 min35 HCP7 drills
Alignment21%
Distance Control21%
Aim20%
66% match
For ORANGE tees
Stop close from 30 yards, for a 17-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min17 HCP7 drills
Distance Control41%
Accuracy14%
Scoring13%
63% match
For ORANGE tees
Stop close from 30 yards, for a 7-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Short Game~26 min6 HCP7 drills
Distance Control34%
Precision16%
Scoring13%
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Get Started53% match
For ORANGE tees
Pick landing spot, for a 15-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min15 HCP5 drills
Accuracy33%
Scoring30%
Visualization14%
60% match
For ORANGE tees
Thread the gap, for a 14-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min14 HCP8 drills
Precision29%
Distance Control22%
Aim21%
40% match
For BLACK tees
Match plan to shot, for a 14-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min14 HCP6 drills
Scoring45%
Accuracy32%
Visualization24%
69% match
For BLACK tees
Up-and-down contest, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min17 HCP4 drills
Scoring27%
Aim16%
Distance Control15%
57% match
For BLACK tees
Stop on a dime, for a 28-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Short Game~26 min27 HCP7 drills
Distance Control33%
Alignment23%
Precision12%
68% match
For BLACK tees
Hit within 2-4 yards, for a 9-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Driving Range~31 min9 HCP4 drills
Distance Control31%
Scoring25%
Trajectory15%
69% match
For BLACK tees
Consistent woods length, for a 12-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Driving Range30-31 min11 HCP6 drills
Distance Control30%
Scoring20%
Accuracy19%
48% match
For BLACK tees
Center fairway hits, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Driving Range30-31 min17 HCP7 drills
Dispersion33%
Precision31%
Scoring14%
66% match
For BLACK tees
Up-and-down contest, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Short Game~26 min35 HCP9 drills
Scoring24%
Alignment23%
Distance Control22%
70% match
For BLACK tees
Stop on a dime, for a 17-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min17 HCP5 drills
Distance Control32%
Accuracy16%
Alignment12%
68% match
For BLACK tees
Hit intended line, for a 2-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Short Game~26 min1 HCP5 drills
Aim29%
Distance Control19%
Precision18%
59% match
For BLACK tees
Avoid 3-Putt: Chip Inside Circle
Short Game~26 min20 HCP6 drills
Accuracy35%
Scoring23%
Alignment15%
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Get Started66% match
For BLACK tees
Feel the green, for a 28-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Short Game~26 min27 HCP7 drills
Distance Control35%
Precision20%
Alignment14%
42% match
For ORANGE tees
Repeat same distance putts to master touch, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Putting15-27 min17 HCP4 drills
Distance Control35%
Visualization25%
Dispersion23%
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FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions about Links
Get answers to common questions about playing Links and what to expect.
How difficult is Links for mid-handicap golfers?
From a scoring perspective, Links challenges consistency. This slope level makes it manageable compared to championship venues. The course rating of 71.9 reflects on scoring relative to par 72.
What tees should a 15 handicap play at Links?
A 15 handicap golfer should consider tees closer to 4740 yards. The back tees extend to 5604.0 yards, which makes approach shots longer and scoring more challenging.
What is considered a good score at Links?
With a course rating of 71.9 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 Links and how does yardage affect play?
Stretching to 5604.0 yards from the back tees, distance is less of a barrier than precision.
What type of course is Links 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 Links strategically challenging?
The combination of a slope rating of 119.0 and yardage reaching 5604.0 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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