Practice Programs
We studied this course layout and mapped exact drills around stroke index, handicap index and distances. Practice like you know Saliena.
Total Programs
14
14 complete programs built for this course
Unique Drills
77
Total unique drills across all programs
Skill Pillars
12
Accuracy · Aim · Alignment · Dispersion · Distance Control · Green Reading
Session Durations
6
3 days , 4 days , 5 days , 7 days , 8 days , 9 days
We've mapped a comprehensive practice profile for Saliena, 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.
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Skill Distribution
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
Most-used drills from for this course. Practice as standalone drills or scroll down for full programs.
Make 10 out of 20 putts over the chalk starting line.
Hit two buckets of balls (avg. bucket is 40 balls) from the sloped rough grass; one bucket with balls above feet level, and one bucket with balls below feet level.
Discover strengths amongst irons a go-to shots and clubs worth utilizing. Hit one bucket of ~50 balls.
Scatter a bucket of balls (avg. bucket is 40 balls) into 8 equal lines of 5 balls and stop flop shots inside 9 Stop Zones. Count the number of successful stops.
Make 10 out of 20 putts, underneath the hanging string line.
Make 10 out of 20 putts through the ball gate, using plane board.
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Saliena is the largest development project in the Baltics (450 ha), with a super-prime location: distance to Riga centre (capital city of Latvia): 14 km, to Jurmala centre (seaside resort): 6 km, to International airport: 8 km. The project has a development plan created by a group of international architects and approved by Latvian authorities. It also has a complete and well-designed infrastructure. Saliena's objective is to develop a fully functional and optimally planned town with residential, commercial, retail, educational, child care, sports and leisure facilities. Residential Saliena attracts the majority of the international community in Latvia, offering a high quality and prestigious residential base. The first residential development phase of 315 homes has been completed. A mix of high quality detached, town houses and low-rise apartment buildings, all with a modern and vibrant style, characterise Saliena Residential, with a total of 2,300 homes planned for construction. Educational Saliena has been developed with a clear vision – to become an educational centre. Saliena currently has 3 international schools on its territory – King's College British School of Latvia, Exupéry International School and The International School of Latvia. Business, Commercial and Retail Saliena offers also various land plots for retail, business and commercial development. All land plots have all permits and are correctly zoned, with a detailed plan providing a clear understanding of the building type and volume of construction that can be implemented in each specific object. Leisure Saliena offers a range of well-maintained and secure leisure areas for residents, including a forest park, 2 modern playgrounds and 2 garden parks with pond, fountain and other decorative features. The largest golf complex in the Baltics (74 ha), a multifunctional building with an equestrian school and other sports activities currently are under development in Saliena.
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Holes
27
Par
72
Type
Parkland
Architect
Pekka Wesamaa /R-Jack Nicklaus
Opened
2007
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Drill Library
Explore the full on-course drill library built for this venue. Open any drill to review setup, coaching instructions, and target scoring benchmarks.
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Free eBook
Curated selection of drills based on Saliena hole-by-hole data.
Available immediately. No cost. Download link + Email Delivery
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Free eBook
Curated selection of drills based on Saliena hole-by-hole data.
Available immediately. No cost. Download link + Email Delivery
"I agree to the privacy policy and terms of service." My rewards.
Free eBook
Curated selection of drills based on Saliena hole-by-hole data.
Available immediately. No cost. Download link + Email Delivery
"I agree to the privacy policy and terms of service." My rewards.
Free eBook
Curated selection of drills based on Saliena hole-by-hole data.
Available immediately. No cost. Download link + Email Delivery
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Programs
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 profileHit putts with both left and right breaks, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Turn lies into pars, for a 23-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
A complete and progressive long-term development curriculum mapped from easier to harder drills, specifically for Saliena. Start with the basics and work your way towards more challenging drills. Commit to 14 weeks of training and get in proper shape. Four days counts as a week.
Full 55 days 75 page practice program designed specifically around this course hole by hole data.
Putting · 9 ft (3m) only
Control 9 Ft Putts
Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 17.0
Short Game · Flop
Pick your landing spot and trust your swing—flop shot challenge
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 27.0
Short Game · Mixed
Vary your landing spot and see how close you can get
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 26.0
Short Game · Bump'n'Run
Beat Best Streak of Up-and-Downs
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 22.0
Short Game · Chip
Can you match your plan to your shot?
Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 17.0
Short Game · Chip
Land 2–3 Feet From Pin
Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 17.0
Driving Range · Short irons (9,8)
Perfect your swing: mechanics for short iron success
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Driving Range · Driver
Challenge: eliminate wild misses on tee shots
Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 17.0
Driving Range · Mid irons (7,6,5)
Mid-Iron Trajectory Control
Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 17.0
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Visualize perfect chip, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
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Get StartedControl trajectory, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Improve accuracy, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Stop close from tight lie, for a 12-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Pick landing spot, for a 28-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Feel the green, for a 27-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Stick chips near hole, for a 17-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Get up-and-down consistently, for a 2-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Short game from tough lies, for a 1-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Reduce driver spread, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Advanced accuracy, for a 1-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Perfect short iron swing, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
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FAQ
Get answers to common questions about playing Saliena and what to expect.
Saliena is regarded as a strategically complex layout. This slope level makes it manageable compared to championship venues. The course rating of 70 reflects on scoring relative to par 72.
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.
With a course rating of 70 and par 72, a mid-handicap golfer would typically score in the mid to high 80s. Stronger players aiming to break 72 must manage approach shots and avoid penalty strokes.
Stretching to 6500 yards from the back tees, it does not overwhelm length but rewards accuracy.
The course follows a traditional Parkland design philosophy. 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.
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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