Focus on ball roll and finish position, for a 1-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Putting~18 min0 HCP6 drills
Visualization31%
Distance Control31%
Dispersion22%
Practice Programs
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Penzance, Cornwall, England
Open Flagship ProgramTotal Programs
13
13 complete programs built for this course
Unique Drills
86
Total unique drills across all programs
Skill Pillars
11
Accuracy · Aim · Alignment · Dispersion · Distance Control · Green Reading
Session Durations
6
3 days , 4 days , 6 days , 7 days , 8 days , 9 days
AccuracyAimAlignmentDispersionDistance ControlGreen Reading+5 more
Praa Sands Practice Profile
We've mapped a comprehensive practice profile for Praa Sands, 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
Precision 27%Scoring 22%Distance Control 19%Aim 15%Dispersion 14%
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.
16.8
Average HCP
8.5
Minimum HCP
31.2
Maximum HCP
Top Drills
Featured Drills for Praa Sands
Most-used drills from for this course. Practice as standalone drills or scroll down for full programs.
![Diagram for Stop the Ball: Inside the Field, Eyes Closed [Long]](https://cdn.prod.website-files.com/65d60f76badcce181f11dc50/665887a0c4f4a790542a56e3_Slide18.PNG)
Putting18 min
Stop the Ball: Inside the Field, Eyes Closed [Long]
Stop the ball inside all five fields - with your eyes closed - to complete the challenge.
Short Game26 min
Sand | Parallel Piles | 9 Stop Zones
Up to 5 players compete to stop a sand 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
Driver | Ladder Challenge
Complete the Ladder Challenge using driver only. Hit one bucket of ~50 balls.
Driving Range31 min
Driver | Dispersion Corridors
Hit 15 balls to each dispersion corridor using driver only. Hit one bucket of ~50 balls. Count total number of successful shots.
![Diagram for Stop the Ball: Circle, in a Row [Long]](https://cdn.prod.website-files.com/65d60f76badcce181f11dc50/665889fa873430f527142a73_Slide24.PNG)
Putting18 min
Stop the Ball: Circle, in a Row [Long]
Eliminate long distance misses by stopping 5 balls inside the circle, in a row.
![Diagram for Stop the Ball: Circle, Eyes Closed [Long]](https://cdn.prod.website-files.com/65d60f76badcce181f11dc50/665b356193809ca2e8eb0df7_Slide77.PNG)
Putting18 min
Stop the Ball: Circle, Eyes Closed [Long]
Stop the ball inside the circle with your eyes closed.
Course Details
Everything you need to know about Praa Sands.
Contact Information
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Phone
+44 (0)1250 872622
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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
Germoe Cross Roads, Praa Sands
Course Information
Holes
18
Par
62
Type
Links
Opened
1971
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Programs
Skill-Based Practice Programs for Praa Sands
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 13 Programs
% match to course practice profileRoll putts from varying distances, for a 3-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Putting15-24 min2 HCP6 drills
Scoring36%
Precision34%
Aim13%
Thread the gap, for a 8-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Short Game~26 min7 HCP6 drills
Precision30%
Aim22%
Dispersion20%
Pinpoint flops, for a 15-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min14 HCP8 drills
Precision32%
Dispersion19%
Distance Control19%
15 Week Flagship Program for Praa Sands
A complete and progressive long-term development curriculum mapped from easier to harder drills, specifically for Praa Sands. Start with the basics and work your way towards more challenging drills. Commit to 15 weeks of training and get in proper shape. Four days counts as a week.
Weeks 1–2≤ 6 days
Putting · 9 ft (3m) only
Hole All 9 Ft Putts
Difficulty: Expert · Program HCP 2.0
Weeks 2–3≤ 6 days
Putting · Long (20+ ft)
Sink All Long Putts
Difficulty: Expert · Program HCP 0.0
Week 4≤ 4 days
Short Game · Bump'n'Run
How straight can you roll it? Test your setup
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 30.0
Weeks 5–7≤ 7 days
Short Game · Sand
Can you stop the ball close from the sand?
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 24.0
Weeks 7–9≤ 7 days
Short Game · Flop
Can you fly it over the bunker and stop it close?
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 22.0
Weeks 9–11≤ 7 days
Short Game · Chip
Land 2–3 Feet From Pin
Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 17.0
Weeks 11–13≤ 6 days
Driving Range · Short irons (9,8)
Hit Short Irons Close To Flag
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Weeks 13–14≤ 7 days
Driving Range · Mid irons (7,6,5)
Stop Missing Greens With Mid Irons
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Week 15≤ 3 days
Driving Range · Driver
Improve Driver Accuracy
Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 17.0
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Avoid trouble spots, for a 9-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Driving Range30-31 min9 HCP8 drills
Scoring32%
Precision15%
Distance Control13%
Hit close to flag, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Driving Range~31 min35 HCP6 drills
Precision34%
Aim20%
Mechanics15%
Can you stop the ball close from the sand?
Short Game~26 min24 HCP9 drills
Distance Control32%
Aim17%
Precision10%
Pick landing spot, for a 23-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Short Game~26 min22 HCP9 drills
Aim27%
Alignment16%
Scoring14%
Test your setup, for a 31-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Short Game~26 min30 HCP4 drills
Alignment36%
Scoring19%
Aim17%
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Get StartedChip from rough, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min17 HCP9 drills
Accuracy28%
Alignment17%
Distance Control17%
Maximize in regulation, for a 1-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Driving Range30-31 min0 HCP7 drills
Scoring33%
Precision19%
Dispersion13%
Improve accuracy, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Driving Range~31 min35 HCP7 drills
Precision27%
Mechanics26%
Trajectory20%
Improve driver accuracy, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Driving Range~31 min17 HCP3 drills
Scoring27%
Dispersion20%
Precision17%
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Prepare for Tournaments at Praa Sands
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 Praa Sands
Get answers to common questions about playing Praa Sands and what to expect.
How difficult is Praa Sands for mid-handicap golfers?
Players often find Praa Sands technically exacting. With a slope of 120, it remains playable for a wide handicap range. The course rating of 70 reflects on scoring relative to par 62.
What tees should a 15 handicap play at Praa Sands?
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 Praa Sands?
With a course rating of 70 and par 62, a mid-handicap golfer would typically score in the mid to high 80s. Stronger players aiming to break 62 must manage approach shots and avoid penalty strokes.
How long is Praa Sands 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 Praa Sands and how should I play it?
Praa Sands is designed as a Links 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 Praa Sands 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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