63% match
For WHITE tees
Prioritize short putts, for a 5-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Putting15-30 min4 HCP7 drills
Scoring34%
Precision25%
Aim16%
Practice Programs
Complete Golf Practice Blueprint for Rocky Point Golf Course
Discover tailored practice programs for this course.
Total Programs
48
48 complete programs built for this course
Unique Drills
187
Total unique drills across all programs
Skill Pillars
12
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+6 more
Rocky Point Golf Course Practice Profile
We've mapped a comprehensive practice profile for Rocky Point Golf Course, 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 24%Precision 17%Aim 17%Accuracy 15%
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.
18.7
Average HCP
10.6
Minimum HCP
34
Maximum HCP
Top Drills
Featured Drills for Rocky Point Golf Course
Most-used drills from for this course. Practice as standalone drills or scroll down for full programs.
Putting30 min
Putting Aid: Alignment Sticks, Ball Gate, 50 in a Row
Make 50 putts in a row from in between two alignment sticks and through the ball gate.
Short Game26 min
Chip | Parallel Ball Lines | 3 Landing Zones
Up to 5 players compete to stop a chip shot inside the landing zone(s). The player with the most points at the end wins the challenge. Up to 80 balls are needed.
Driving Range31 min
All woods (Hy to Dr) | Progressive Targets Challenge
Complete the Progressive Targets Challenge using woods only. Hit one bucket of ~50 balls.
Short Game26 min
Chip | Parallel Piles | Quadrants
Up to 5 players compete to stop a chip shot inside the quadrant(s). The player with the most points wins the challenge. One bucket of balls per player is needed.
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.
Short Game26 min
Chip | Parallel Ball Lines | 9 Stop Zones
Align a bucket of balls (avg. bucket is 40 balls) into 2 parallel lines 20 balls per line and stop chip shots inside 9 Stop Zones. Count the number of successful stops.
Course Details
Everything you need to know about Rocky Point Golf Course.
Contact Information
📞
Phone
+44 (0)1250 872622
📠
Fax
+44 (0) 1250 872622
✉️Email
jgarrison@tampasportsauthority.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
4151 Dana Shores Dr, Tampa, FL 33634, USA
Course Description
Rocky Point Golf Course is a public golf facility in the Tampa Bay area offering a 6,238-yard par 71 course, a driving range, a pro shop, a full-service restaurant, and event venues. Managed by the Tampa Sports Authority, it serves residents and visitors with accessible golf, lessons, and hosting options for tournaments and group events, conveniently located near Tampa International Airport and Westshore.</description>
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Course Information
Holes
18
Par
71
Type
Parkland
Architect
Willie Black/Ron Garl
Opened
1911
Google Reviews
Business Claimed
⭐3.9(544 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 Rocky Point Golf Course, all within a single responsive scorecard.
Scorecard data available for WHITE
Men's Tees
Tee Insight:This course delivers constant drive-and-wedge tension on par fours with par fives adding reach-or-layup risks and back nine amplifying bogey pressures for consistent scores.
B
BLUE Tee
Gender: MalePar 716230 yards5697 metersCR 70.3Bogey 93.6Slope 126
Gender: Male
Front Nine · CR 35.1 · BR 46.3 · Slope 121
Back Nine · CR 35.2 · BR 47.3 · Slope 130
| 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 | 3 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 4 | 36 | 4 | 3 | 5 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 35 | 71 |
| Handicap | 13 | 11 | 9 | 15 | 1 | 17 | 3 | 7 | 5 | — | 8 | 16 | 4 | 18 | 12 | 2 | 14 | 10 | 6 | — | — |
| Yardage | 373 | 378 | 470 | 107 | 377 | 149 | 382 | 514 | 444 | 3194 | 364 | 187 | 519 | 159 | 380 | 512 | 179 | 351 | 385 | 3036 | 6230 |
G
GREEN Tee
Gender: MalePar 715152 yards4711 metersCR 65.2Bogey 86.0Slope 112
Gender: Male
Front Nine · CR 32.6 · BR 42.6 · Slope 108
Back Nine · CR 32.6 · BR 43.4 · Slope 116
| 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 | 3 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 4 | 36 | 4 | 3 | 5 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 35 | 71 |
| Handicap | 13 | 11 | 9 | 15 | 1 | 17 | 3 | 7 | 5 | — | 8 | 16 | 4 | 18 | 12 | 2 | 14 | 10 | 6 | — | — |
| Yardage | 332 | 308 | 388 | 93 | 304 | 99 | 337 | 434 | 376 | 2671 | 322 | 143 | 450 | 106 | 310 | 429 | 122 | 269 | 330 | 2481 | 5152 |
W
WHITE Tee
Gender: MalePar 715724 yards5234 metersCR 67.8Bogey 89.6Slope 118
Gender: Male
Front Nine · CR 33.8 · BR 44.3 · Slope 113
Back Nine · CR 34.0 · BR 45.3 · Slope 122
| 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 | 3 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 4 | 36 | 4 | 3 | 5 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 35 | 71 |
| Handicap | 13 | 11 | 9 | 15 | 1 | 17 | 3 | 7 | 5 | — | 8 | 16 | 4 | 18 | 12 | 2 | 14 | 10 | 6 | — | — |
| Yardage | 358 | 340 | 447 | 100 | 340 | 133 | 365 | 478 | 386 | 2947 | 347 | 157 | 485 | 141 | 361 | 469 | 158 | 299 | 360 | 2777 | 5724 |
Programs
Skill-Based Practice Programs for Rocky Point Golf Course
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 48 Programs
% match to course practice profile55% match
For WHITE tees
Account for slope, for a 2-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Putting18-24 min2 HCP3 drills
Precision45%
Scoring33%
Aim13%
50% match
For WHITE tees
Feel the green, for a 25-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Short Game~26 min24 HCP5 drills
Scoring45%
Distance Control32%
Visualization23%
60% match
For WHITE tees
Vary landing spot, for a 25-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Short Game~26 min24 HCP8 drills
Distance Control35%
Precision14%
Alignment13%
12 Week Flagship Program for Rocky Point Golf Course
A complete and progressive long-term development curriculum mapped from easier to harder drills, specifically for Rocky Point Golf Course. Start with the basics and work your way towards more challenging drills. Commit to 12 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≤ 6 days
Short Game · Chip
Chip 5–15 Yds From Fringe
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Weeks 3–4≤ 4 days
Driving Range · Short irons (9,8)
Check your setup: avoid slices and hooks
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Weeks 4–6≤ 7 days
Putting · 3 ft (1m) only
Save Par From 3 Foot Putts
Difficulty: Expert · Program HCP 4.0
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
Driving Range · Woods (Hy,5W,3W)
Control 3-Wood Roll
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Week 10≤ 3 days
Putting · 6 ft (2m) only
Place Every 6 Foot Putt With Maximum Precision
Difficulty: Expert · Program HCP 2.0
Week 11≤ 4 days
Short Game · Pitch
Pitch 15–25 Yds From Fringe
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Week 12≤ 3 days
Driving Range · Driver
Driver Fairway Accuracy For Beginners
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
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Get Started62% match
For WHITE tees
Stick to woods line, for a 13-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Driving Range~31 min13 HCP4 drills
Accuracy29%
Distance Control25%
Scoring21%
17% match
For WHITE tees
Consistent short iron contact, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Driving Range~31 min35 HCP4 drills
Mechanics45%
Precision29%
Trajectory26%
56% match
For WHITE tees
Leave inside 5 feet, for a 16-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min15 HCP4 drills
Accuracy33%
Scoring32%
Aim16%
52% match
For WHITE tees
Perfect long iron trajectory, for a 26-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Driving Range~31 min26 HCP5 drills
Trajectory31%
Scoring19%
Mechanics18%
67% match
For WHITE tees
Hit intended line, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Short Game~26 min34 HCP9 drills
Aim27%
Scoring23%
Alignment16%
71% match
For WHITE tees
Hit intended line, for a 17-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min17 HCP6 drills
Aim21%
Precision16%
Scoring14%
62% match
For WHITE tees
Hit intended line, for a 2-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Short Game~26 min2 HCP4 drills
Aim26%
Distance Control24%
Precision23%
56% match
For WHITE tees
Feel the green, for a 29-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Short Game~26 min28 HCP8 drills
Distance Control38%
Alignment19%
Aim12%
59% match
For WHITE tees
Thread the needle, for a 21-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Short Game~26 min21 HCP9 drills
Precision29%
Aim19%
Distance Control19%
60% match
For WHITE tees
Set sights, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Short Game~26 min34 HCP6 drills
Aim25%
Alignment18%
Distance Control14%
64% match
For WHITE tees
Feel the green, for a 17-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min17 HCP9 drills
Distance Control29%
Accuracy21%
Alignment16%
66% match
For WHITE tees
Stop on a dime, for a 7-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Short Game~26 min6 HCP7 drills
Distance Control32%
Precision16%
Scoring13%
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Get Started60% match
For WHITE tees
Stop on a dime, for a 16-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min15 HCP9 drills
Distance Control28%
Accuracy26%
Alignment18%
67% match
For WHITE tees
Thread the needle, for a 22-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Short Game~26 min21 HCP3 drills
Precision31%
Aim21%
Distance Control18%
62% match
For BLUE tees
Check clubface, for a 20-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Short Game~26 min20 HCP7 drills
Alignment29%
Accuracy21%
Scoring16%
40% match
For BLUE tees
Match plan to shot, for a 15-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min14 HCP4 drills
Scoring45%
Accuracy32%
Visualization24%
67% match
For BLUE tees
Set a target, for a 24-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Short Game~26 min24 HCP9 drills
Aim26%
Distance Control24%
Precision13%
63% match
For BLUE tees
Improve driver accuracy, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Driving Range~31 min17 HCP3 drills
Scoring27%
Dispersion20%
Precision17%
17% match
For BLUE tees
Control ball flight basics, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Driving Range~31 min35 HCP3 drills
Mechanics45%
Trajectory28%
Precision27%
49% match
For BLUE tees
Stay on fairways, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Driving Range~31 min35 HCP8 drills
Precision28%
Mechanics17%
Trajectory16%
41% match
For BLUE tees
Eliminate Three-Putts
Putting15-27 min17 HCP4 drills
Distance Control35%
Visualization25%
Dispersion23%
51% match
For BLUE tees
Sink All Long Putts
Putting~18 min0 HCP4 drills
Visualization31%
Distance Control26%
Dispersion19%
68% match
For BLUE tees
Pick line and commit, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Short Game~26 min35 HCP6 drills
Aim26%
Scoring23%
Distance Control15%
73% match
For BLUE tees
Up-and-down contest, for a 17-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min17 HCP5 drills
Scoring25%
Precision16%
Distance Control12%
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Get Started68% match
For BLUE tees
Hit intended line, for a 2-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Short Game~26 min1 HCP5 drills
Aim29%
Distance Control19%
Precision18%
57% match
For BLUE tees
Land 2 feet away, for a 14-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min14 HCP5 drills
Accuracy33%
Alignment26%
Distance Control20%
61% match
For BLUE tees
Pinpoint mixed shots, for a 16-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min15 HCP7 drills
Precision27%
Aim21%
Dispersion18%
59% match
For BLUE tees
Set sights, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Short Game~26 min35 HCP4 drills
Aim28%
Alignment27%
Scoring22%
60% match
For BLUE tees
Turn into birdies, for a 15-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min15 HCP6 drills
Scoring30%
Accuracy22%
Dispersion13%
76% match
For BLUE tees
Stop close from 30 yards, for a 6-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Short Game~26 min6 HCP5 drills
Distance Control29%
Scoring23%
Precision15%
56% match
For BLUE tees
Pitch close, for a 11-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min10 HCP3 drills
Accuracy32%
Aim29%
Scoring23%
70% match
For BLUE tees
Thread the gap, for a 23-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Short Game~26 min23 HCP6 drills
Precision30%
Distance Control23%
Aim20%
63% match
For GREEN tees
Pitch long distances, for a 5-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Short Game~26 min5 HCP7 drills
Distance Control31%
Precision15%
Dispersion13%
50% match
For GREEN tees
Land 2 feet away, for a 1-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Short Game~26 min0 HCP6 drills
Scoring50%
Distance Control30%
Visualization20%
70% match
For GREEN tees
Land 2-3 feet away, for a 14-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min14 HCP7 drills
Scoring23%
Distance Control14%
Accuracy13%
62% match
For GREEN tees
Avoid rough with woods, for a 13-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Driving Range~31 min13 HCP4 drills
Accuracy29%
Distance Control25%
Scoring21%
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Get Started67% match
For GREEN tees
Leave tap-ins, for a 8-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Driving Range30-43 min7 HCP8 drills
Distance Control34%
Scoring31%
Accuracy23%
17% match
For GREEN tees
Avoid fat or thin shots, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Driving Range~31 min35 HCP4 drills
Mechanics45%
Precision30%
Trajectory25%
64% match
For GREEN tees
Match clubface, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Short Game~26 min35 HCP8 drills
Alignment27%
Aim24%
Scoring21%
61% match
For GREEN tees
Pick landing spot, for a 17-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min17 HCP6 drills
Accuracy26%
Distance Control23%
Alignment22%
68% match
For GREEN tees
Chip through gate, for a 2-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Short Game~26 min1 HCP5 drills
Aim29%
Distance Control19%
Precision18%
67% match
For GREEN tees
Avoid 3-Putt: Chip Inside Circle
Short Game~26 min25 HCP9 drills
Accuracy31%
Distance Control17%
Alignment16%
68% match
For GREEN tees
Turn into birdies, for a 25-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Short Game~26 min24 HCP5 drills
Scoring32%
Distance Control19%
Precision10%
61% match
For GREEN tees
Feel the distance, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Short Game~26 min35 HCP3 drills
Distance Control27%
Alignment27%
Aim14%
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FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions about Rocky Point Golf Course
Get answers to common questions about playing Rocky Point Golf Course and what to expect.
How difficult is Rocky Point Golf Course for mid-handicap golfers?
Rocky Point Golf Course presents a demanding test. With a slope of 126.0, it remains playable for a wide handicap range. The course rating of 70.3 reflects on scoring relative to par 71.
What tees should a 15 handicap play at Rocky Point Golf Course?
A 15 handicap golfer should consider tees closer to 5691 yards. The back tees extend to 6230.0 yards, which makes approach shots longer and scoring more challenging.
What is considered a good score at Rocky Point Golf Course?
With a course rating of 70.3 and par 71, a mid-handicap golfer would typically score in the mid to high 80s. Stronger players aiming to break 71 must manage approach shots and avoid penalty strokes.
How long is Rocky Point Golf Course and how does yardage affect play?
Measuring 6230.0 yards at maximum length, strategy outweighs power in most scoring situations.
What type of course is Rocky Point Golf Course and how should I play it?
Rocky Point Golf Course 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 Rocky Point Golf Course strategically challenging?
The combination of a slope rating of 126.0 and yardage reaching 6230.0 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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