Practice Programs

Complete Golf Practice Blueprint for Onyria Palmares Golf Resort

Discover tailored practice programs for this course.

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Total Programs

14 complete programs built for this course

Unique Drills

Total unique drills across all programs

Skill Pillars

Accuracy · Aim · Alignment · Dispersion · Distance Control · Green Reading

Session Durations

3 days , 4 days , 5 days , 7 days , 8 days , 9 days

AccuracyAimAlignmentDispersionDistance ControlGreen Reading+6 more

Praia Practice Profile

We've mapped a comprehensive practice profile for Praia, 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 31%Distance Control 24%Precision 19%Aim 13%Accuracy 11%

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.

15.6

Average HCP

9.3

Minimum HCP

31.6

Maximum HCP

Top Drills

Featured Drills for Praia

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

Putting18 min

Putting Aid: Chalk Line, 15/25

Make 15 out of 25 putts over the chalk starting line.

Short Game26 min

DIY Course Medium

Make a DIY 9 hole medium-difficulty course. Every hole is PAR 2. Count the score.

Driving Range31 min

Short irons (9,8) | Ladder Challenge

Complete the Ladder Challenge using short irons only. Hit one bucket of ~50 balls.

Short Game26 min

DIY Course Medium

Make a DIY 9 hole medium-difficulty course. Every hole is PAR 2. Count the score.

Driving Range31 min

Short irons (9,8) | 3 Landing Zones

Hit 15 balls to each landing zone using short irons only. Hit one bucket of ~50 balls. Count total number of successful shots.

Putting18 min

Putting Aid: Plane Board, Ball Gate, 15/25

Make 15 out of 25 putts through the ball gate, using plane board.

Course Details

Everything you need to know about Praia.

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 Praia

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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Control Every 6 Ft Putt

Hit short putts until smooth, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.

Putting~18 min17 HCP3 drills

Aim38%

Alignment23%

Stroke22%

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Hit Center Of Cup From 9 Feet

Check putter angle, for a 12-handicap player, ~15 minutes.

Putting~18 min12 HCP3 drills

Alignment37%

Aim25%

Precision12%

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How close can you get? Challenge your short game limits

Pinpoint accuracy, for a 23-handicap player, ~20 minutes.

Short Game~26 min23 HCP3 drills

Distance Control37%

Precision33%

Aim12%

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Dial in your touch from the fringe—leave yourself a no-stress putt

Roll to tap-in range, for a 23-handicap player, ~20 minutes.

Short Game~26 min22 HCP7 drills

Scoring41%

Accuracy29%

Visualization10%

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10 Week Flagship Program for Praia

A complete and progressive long-term development curriculum mapped from easier to harder drills, specifically for Praia. Start with the basics and work your way towards more challenging drills. Commit to 10 weeks of training and get in proper shape. Four days counts as a week.

Week 1≤ 3 days

Putting · 6 ft (2m) only

Control Every 6 Ft Putt

Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 17.0

Weeks 1–2≤ 3 days

Short Game · Bump'n'Run

How close can you get? Challenge your short game limits

Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 23.0

Weeks 2–3≤ 3 days

Driving Range · Long irons (4,3,2)

Feet, hips, shoulders—consistent contact every time

Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0

Week 3≤ 3 days

Putting · 9 ft (3m) only

Hit Center Of Cup From 9 Feet

Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 12.0

Weeks 4–5≤ 7 days

Short Game · Bump'n'Run

Dial in your touch from the fringe—leave yourself a no-stress putt

Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 22.0

Weeks 5–6≤ 5 days

Driving Range · Long irons (4,3,2)

Center of the green: reduce spread on irons

Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 17.0

Week 7≤ 3 days

Putting · 6 ft (2m) only

Sink More Putts Accurately

Difficulty: Expert · Program HCP 2.0

Weeks 7–9≤ 7 days

Short Game · Chip

Land 2–3 Feet From Pin

Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 17.0

Weeks 9–10≤ 3 days

Driving Range · Short irons (9,8)

Reduce Misses With Short Irons

Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 17.0

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Center of the green: reduce spread on irons

Center green hits, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.

Driving Range~31 min17 HCP5 drills

Dispersion33%

Precision17%

Scoring16%

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Feet, hips, shoulders—consistent contact every time

Perfect long iron swing, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.

Driving Range~31 min35 HCP3 drills

Mechanics45%

Precision30%

Trajectory25%

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Sink More Putts Accurately

Account for slope, for a 2-handicap player, ~10 minutes.

Putting18-24 min2 HCP3 drills

Precision45%

Scoring33%

Aim13%

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Save par with a clutch mixed shot—pressure drill

Up-and-down contest, for a 13-handicap player, ~15 minutes.

Short Game~26 min13 HCP5 drills

Scoring48%

Distance Control33%

Visualization19%

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Land 2–3 Feet From Pin

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

Short Game~26 min17 HCP7 drills

Distance Control23%

Aim16%

Accuracy16%

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Stick Approach From Hazards

Stick approaches, for a 16-handicap player, ~15 minutes.

Short Game~26 min16 HCP9 drills

Scoring45%

Distance Control32%

Visualization23%

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Precision Mid-Irons

Advanced accuracy, for a 1-handicap player, ~10 minutes.

Driving Range~31 min0 HCP8 drills

Scoring27%

Distance Control17%

Precision17%

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Reduce Misses With Short Irons

Improve accuracy, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.

Driving Range~31 min17 HCP3 drills

Distance Control27%

Trajectory20%

Scoring20%

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Vary your targets and hit within 2-4 yards

Consistent short iron rollout, for a 9-handicap player, ~10 minutes.

Driving Range~31 min9 HCP4 drills

Distance Control31%

Scoring25%

Trajectory15%

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Can you avoid the rough from 150-200 yards?

Hit every fairway, for a 13-handicap player, ~15 minutes.

Driving Range~31 min13 HCP4 drills

Accuracy29%

Distance Control25%

Scoring21%

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Prepare for Tournaments at Praia

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 Praia

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

How difficult is Praia for mid-handicap golfers?

Praia is regarded as a strategically complex layout. With a slope of 120, it remains playable for a wide handicap range. The course rating of 70 reflects on scoring relative to par 36.

What tees should a 15 handicap play at Praia?

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 Praia?

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 Praia and how does yardage affect play?

Measuring 6500 yards at maximum length, scoring depends more on placement than raw power.

What type of course is Praia and how should I play it?

Praia is designed as a Parkland layout. 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 Praia 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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