Practice Programs

Complete Golf Practice Blueprint for Onyria Palmares Golf Resort

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Lagos, Algarve, Portugal

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Total Programs

15 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 , 6 days , 7 days , 8 days , 9 days

AccuracyAimAlignmentDispersionDistance ControlMechanics+4 more

Lagos Practice Profile

We've mapped a comprehensive practice profile for 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

Distance Control 27%Scoring 25%Precision 20%Trajectory 13%Accuracy 12%

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.

12.6

Average HCP

7.5

Minimum HCP

29.1

Maximum HCP

Top Drills

Featured Drills for Lagos

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

Short Game26 min

Flop | Parallel Piles | 9 Stop Zones

Align a bucket of balls (avg. bucket is 40 balls) into 10 equal parallel piles of 4 balls and stop flop shots inside 9 Stop Zones. Count the number of successful stops.

Driving Range31 min

Mid irons (7,6,5) | Takeaway

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

Driving Range31 min

Mid irons (7,6,5) | Backswing

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

Driving Range31 min

Mid irons (7,6,5) | Impact and Follow Through

Work only on 'impact and follow through' using mid irons only. Hit one bucket of ~50 balls.

Driving Range31 min

All irons (9 to 2) | Progressive Targets Challenge

Complete the Progressive Targets Challenge using irons only. Hit one bucket of ~50 balls.

Driving Range31 min

Wedges (LW to PW) | 9 Targets

Hit 5 balls to each target using wedges only. Hit one bucket of ~50 balls. Count total number of successful shots.

Course Details

Everything you need to know about 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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golf@onyriapalmares.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

Apartado 74, Meia Praia

Course Description

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Course Information

Holes

Par

Type

Parkland

Architect

Robert Trent Jones Jr.

Opened

2010

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Programs

Skill-Based Practice Programs for 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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Stick Chip Close To Hole

Land close to pin, for a 17-handicap player, ~15 minutes.

Short Game~26 min17 HCP7 drills

Accuracy21%

Scoring18%

Distance Control17%

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Roll Ball To 1–2 Feet

Handle tight lies, for a 3-handicap player, ~10 minutes.

Short Game~26 min3 HCP4 drills

Distance Control45%

Trajectory19%

Precision15%

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Mid-Iron Distance Control 150–180 Yards

Improve accuracy, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.

Driving Range~31 min35 HCP9 drills

Precision28%

Mechanics20%

Trajectory16%

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Pinpoint accuracy: leave yourself a tap-in every time

Get close to pin, for a 25-handicap player, ~20 minutes.

Driving Range31-43 min25 HCP8 drills

Precision32%

Scoring18%

Mechanics17%

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16 Week Flagship Program for Lagos

A complete and progressive long-term development curriculum mapped from easier to harder drills, specifically for Lagos. Start with the basics and work your way towards more challenging drills. Commit to 16 weeks of training and get in proper shape. Four days counts as a week.

Week 1≤ 4 days

Short Game · Chip

Save Par with Clutch Chip

Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 26.0

Weeks 2–3≤ 7 days

Short Game · Chip

Stick Chip Close To Hole

Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 17.0

Weeks 3–5≤ 7 days

Short Game · Flop

Land 3–4 Feet From Pin

Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 15.0

Weeks 5–7≤ 7 days

Short Game · Sand

Pick your spot and trust your swing—bunker aim challenge

Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 13.0

Weeks 7–9≤ 7 days

Driving Range · Mid irons (7,6,5)

Mid-Iron Distance Control 150–180 Yards

Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0

Weeks 9–11≤ 7 days

Driving Range · Mid irons (7,6,5)

Shape it right: fade or draw with mid irons

Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 26.0

Weeks 12–13≤ 7 days

Driving Range · Wedges (LW,SW,GW,PW)

Pinpoint accuracy: leave yourself a tap-in every time

Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 25.0

Weeks 14–15≤ 7 days

Driving Range · Wedges (LW,SW,GW,PW)

Pick your line and stick it—wedge accuracy

Difficulty: Advanced · Program HCP 7.0

Week 16≤ 3 days

Driving Range · Driver

Feel the power—reach your target zones consistently

Difficulty: Advanced · Program HCP 6.0

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Land Every Flop Shot Softly

Land softly, for a 3-handicap player, ~10 minutes.

Short Game~26 min3 HCP7 drills

Precision27%

Distance Control25%

Dispersion16%

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Save Par with Clutch Chip

Up-and-down contest, for a 26-handicap player, ~20 minutes.

Short Game~26 min26 HCP4 drills

Aim29%

Scoring29%

Alignment19%

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Pick your spot and trust your swing—bunker aim challenge

Fly out and stop close, for a 14-handicap player, ~15 minutes.

Short Game~26 min13 HCP8 drills

Aim33%

Distance Control16%

Accuracy15%

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Land 3–4 Feet From Pin

Land 3-4 feet away, for a 16-handicap player, ~15 minutes.

Short Game~26 min15 HCP7 drills

Precision22%

Scoring20%

Distance Control19%

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Flop 25–40 Yds From Bunker Or Fringe

Land softly, for a 3-handicap player, ~10 minutes.

Short Game~26 min2 HCP7 drills

Precision27%

Scoring17%

Aim15%

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Pitch 30–45 Yds From Fairway

Pitch long distances, for a 5-handicap player, ~10 minutes.

Short Game~26 min5 HCP3 drills

Distance Control27%

Dispersion22%

Scoring15%

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Shape it right: fade or draw with mid irons

Control mid iron arc, for a 26-handicap player, ~20 minutes.

Driving Range~31 min26 HCP9 drills

Trajectory26%

Scoring20%

Precision18%

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Pick your line and stick it—wedge accuracy

Leave tap-ins, for a 8-handicap player, ~10 minutes.

Driving Range30-43 min7 HCP8 drills

Distance Control34%

Scoring31%

Accuracy23%

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Precision Wedges

Precision wedges, for a 1-handicap player, ~10 minutes.

Driving Range30-43 min0 HCP6 drills

Scoring31%

Distance Control31%

Precision14%

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Feel the power—reach your target zones consistently

Reach target zones, for a 6-handicap player, ~10 minutes.

Driving Range~31 min6 HCP3 drills

Distance Control35%

Scoring23%

Trajectory22%

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3-Wood Accuracy Advanced

Precision 3-wood shots, for a 1-handicap player, ~10 minutes.

Driving Range30-31 min0 HCP7 drills

Scoring29%

Precision18%

Distance Control13%

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Follow a complete multi-week structured practice program ahead of the upcoming events and arrive prepared.

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FAQ

Frequently Asked Questions about Lagos

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

How difficult is Lagos for mid-handicap golfers?

Lagos is regarded as a strategically complex layout. The 120 slope rating keeps it accessible for developing players. The course rating of 70 reflects on scoring relative to par 36.

What tees should a 15 handicap play at 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 Lagos?

With a course rating of 70 and par 36, a mid-handicap golfer would typically score in the mid to high 80s. Stronger players aiming to break 36 must manage approach shots and avoid penalty strokes.

How long is 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 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 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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