Hit center consistently, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Practice Programs
Complete Golf Practice Blueprint for Pine Lakes Country Club
Discover tailored practice programs for this course.
Total Programs
13
13 complete programs built for this course
Unique Drills
66
Total unique drills across all programs
Skill Pillars
12
Accuracy · Aim · Alignment · Dispersion · Distance Control · Green Reading
Session Durations
5
3 days , 4 days , 6 days , 7 days , 9 days
Pine Lakes Practice Profile
We've mapped a comprehensive practice profile for Pine Lakes, 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
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.
Top Drills
Featured Drills for Pine Lakes
Most-used drills from for this course. Practice as standalone drills or scroll down for full programs.
Putting Aid: String Line, 50 in a Row
Make 50 putts in a row, underneath the hanging string line.
Bump-n-Run | Rough | Flat
Hit bump-n-run shot two buckets of balls (avg. bucket is 40 balls) from the flat rough grass.
Short irons (9,8) | Visualized Course
Use imagination to hit any type of shot within self-set boundaries, using short irons only. Hit one bucket of ~50 balls.
Putting Aid: Plane Board, Ball Gate, 50 in a Row
Make 50 putts in a row through the ball gate, using plane board.
Putting Aid: Chalk Line, 50 in Row
Make 50 putts in a row over the chalk starting line.
Short irons (9,8) | 5 Ball Flights Challenge
Complete the 5 Ball Flights Challenge using short irons only. Hit one bucket of ~50 balls.
Course Details
Everything you need to know about Pine Lakes.
Contact Information
Phone
+44 (0)1250 872622
Fax
+44 (0) 1250 872622
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Facilities
Location
5603 Granddaddy Drive
Course Description
Pine Lakes Country Club is Myrtle Beach’s historic first golf course, established in 1927 and designed by Robert White. Located less than a half-mile from the Atlantic Ocean on the Grand Strand, the course is known for its Golden Age layout, challenging par-4s, and rich golfing heritage. The club operates as a premier private events and wedding venue, with memberships and corporate gatherings supported by dining and event spaces in a central Myrtle Beach location. It also offers tee times, golf trips, and wedding and meeting services for visiting players and guests.
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Course Information
Holes
18
Par
70
Type
Parkland
Architect
Robert White/Craig Schreiner
Opened
1927
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Programs
Skill-Based Practice Programs for Pine Lakes
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 profileControl pace on every putt, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Test your setup, for a 32-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Land 3-4 feet away, for a 16-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
13 Week Flagship Program for Pine Lakes
A complete and progressive long-term development curriculum mapped from easier to harder drills, specifically for Pine Lakes. Start with the basics and work your way towards more challenging drills. Commit to 13 weeks of training and get in proper shape. Four days counts as a week.
Putting · 3 ft (1m) only
Practice 3 Ft Putts For Consistency
Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 17.0
Short Game · Bump'n'Run
How straight can you roll it? Test your setup
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 32.0
Driving Range · Short irons (9,8)
Control Short Iron Flight
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Putting · 3 ft (1m) only
Stop Missing Short Putts
Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 17.0
Short Game · Chip
Get Square for Success
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 29.0
Driving Range · Mid irons (7,6,5)
Stop Missing Greens With Mid Irons
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Putting · 9 ft (3m) only
Hole All 9 Ft Putts
Difficulty: Expert · Program HCP 2.0
Short Game · Mixed
Save par with a clutch mixed shot—pressure drill
Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 17.0
Driving Range · Woods (Hy,5W,3W)
3-Wood Accuracy Advanced
Difficulty: Expert · Program HCP 0.0
Maximize in regulation, for a 1-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Hit close to flag, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Repeat putts until consistent, for a 3-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Check setup, for a 29-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
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Get StartedUp-and-down contest, for a 17-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Precision short irons, for a 1-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Advanced accuracy, for a 1-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Control distance 150-180, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Maximize control, for a 1-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Prepare for Tournaments at Pine Lakes
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 Pine Lakes
Get answers to common questions about playing Pine Lakes and what to expect.
How difficult is Pine Lakes for mid-handicap golfers?
Players often find Pine Lakes technically exacting. The 120 slope rating keeps it accessible for developing players. The course rating of 70 reflects on scoring relative to par 70.
What tees should a 15 handicap play at Pine Lakes?
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 Pine Lakes?
With a course rating of 70 and par 70, a mid-handicap golfer would typically score in the mid to high 80s. Stronger players aiming to break 70 must manage approach shots and avoid penalty strokes.
How long is Pine Lakes and how does yardage affect play?
At a full length of 6500 yards, it balances distance with positional strategy.
What type of course is Pine Lakes 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 Pine Lakes 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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