Practice Programs

Complete Golf Practice Blueprint for Samoset Resort Golf Course

Discover tailored practice programs for this course.

Total Programs

49

49 complete programs built for this course

Unique Drills

208

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

Samoset Resort Golf Course Practice Profile

We've mapped a comprehensive practice profile for Samoset Resort 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

Scoring 24%Distance Control 23%Aim 19%Precision 18%Accuracy 13%

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.

17.2
Average HCP
9.9
Minimum HCP
29.9
Maximum HCP

Top Drills

Featured Drills for Samoset Resort Golf Course

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

Diagram for Putting Aid: String Line, 10/20
Putting18 min

Putting Aid: String Line, 10/20

Make 10 out of 20 putts, underneath the hanging string line.

Diagram for Chip | Parallel Ball Lines | 3 Landing Zones
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.

Diagram for All woods (Hy to Dr) | Progressive Targets Challenge
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.

Diagram for Chip | Parallel Ball Lines | Quadrants
Short Game26 min

Chip | Parallel Ball Lines | Quadrants

Up to 5 players compete to stop a chip shot inside the quadrant(s). The player with the most points at the end wins the challenge. 25 balls per player are needed.

Diagram for Chip | Parallel Piles | Quadrants
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.

Diagram for Chip | Parallel Piles | 9 Stop Zones
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.

Course Details

Everything you need to know about Samoset Resort Golf Course.

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

220 Warrenton St, Rockport, ME 04856, USA

Course Description

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Course Information

Holes

18

Par

70

Type

Parkland

Architect

Bob Elder/Geoffrey Cornish

Opened

1902

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4.6(1630 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 Samoset Resort Golf Course, all within a single responsive scorecard.

Scorecard data available for Gold

Tee Insight:This course puts repeating pressure on par four tee shots and irons where misses spark bogeys, while back nine par fives heighten layup decisions and short game risks.
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Gold Tee

Gender: MalePar 716212 yards5680 metersCR 71.4Bogey 96.8Slope 136

Gender: Male

Front Nine · CR 34.1 · BR 45.9 · Slope 126

Back Nine · CR 37.3 · BR 50.9 · Slope 145

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Par443534344344353544453771
Handicap410141216682185173159111137
Yardage375377197462180368177348327281134812351520953137137841251434016212

Programs

Skill-Based Practice Programs for Samoset Resort 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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% match to course practice profile
51% match
For Gold tees

Control 3-wood roll, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.

Driving Range~31 min35 HCP8 drills
Precision28%
Mechanics17%
Trajectory16%

13 Week Flagship Program for Samoset Resort Golf Course

A complete and progressive long-term development curriculum mapped from easier to harder drills, specifically for Samoset Resort Golf Course. 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.

Week 13 days

Putting · 9 ft (3m) only

Control 9 Ft Putts

Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 17.0

Weeks 1–36 days

Short Game · Chip

Chip 5–15 Yds From Fringe

Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0

Weeks 3–44 days

Driving Range · Short irons (9,8)

Check your setup: avoid slices and hooks

Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0

Week 43 days

Putting · 3 ft (1m) only

Practice 3 Ft Putts For Consistency

Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 17.0

Weeks 5–67 days

Short Game · Chip

Chip 5–15 Yds From Fringe

Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0

Weeks 6–87 days

Driving Range · Woods (Hy,5W,3W)

Control 3-Wood Roll

Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0

Weeks 8–93 days

Putting · 9 ft (3m) only

Align Stroke For Every 9 Foot Putt

Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 12.0

Weeks 9–117 days

Short Game · Bump'n'Run

Keep Ball Close To Hole

Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0

Weeks 11–137 days

Driving Range · Long irons (4,3,2)

Control Long Iron Flight

Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0

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68% match
For Gold tees

Land 2-3 feet away, for a 14-handicap player, ~15 minutes.

Short Game~26 min13 HCP6 drills
Scoring20%
Accuracy20%
Distance Control17%
76% match
For Gold tees

Thread the needle, for a 4-handicap player, ~10 minutes.

Short Game~26 min4 HCP8 drills
Precision20%
Aim18%
Dispersion17%

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74% match
For White tees

Escape successfully, for a 5-handicap player, ~10 minutes.

Short Game~26 min4 HCP9 drills
Precision19%
Distance Control19%
Aim15%
72% match
For White tees

Focus on clean contact, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.

Short Game~26 min35 HCP9 drills
Aim22%
Scoring21%
Distance Control19%
46% match
For White tees

Control roll, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.

Driving Range~31 min35 HCP6 drills
Precision26%
Mechanics22%
Trajectory18%
65% match
For White tees

Pick line and commit, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.

Short Game~26 min35 HCP9 drills
Aim26%
Scoring26%
Alignment25%

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72% match
For White tees

Chip through gate, for a 2-handicap player, ~10 minutes.

Short Game~26 min1 HCP5 drills
Aim29%
Distance Control19%
Precision18%
60% match
For Green tees

Roll putts from varying distances, for a 3-handicap player, ~10 minutes.

Putting15-24 min2 HCP6 drills
Scoring36%
Precision34%
Aim12%
28% match
For Green tees

Hit putts with both left and right breaks, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.

Putting~18 min17 HCP3 drills
Aim38%
Alignment23%
Stroke22%
48% match
For Green tees

Short game from tough lies, for a 1-handicap player, ~10 minutes.

Short Game~26 min0 HCP9 drills
Scoring49%
Distance Control29%
Visualization21%
66% match
For Green tees

Control the rollout distance, for a 17-handicap player, ~15 minutes.

Short Game~26 min17 HCP9 drills
Scoring27%
Accuracy20%
Precision13%

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68% match
For Green tees

Hit intended line, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.

Short Game~26 min35 HCP6 drills
Aim29%
Alignment21%
Scoring20%
68% match
For Green tees

Stop on a dime, for a 3-handicap player, ~10 minutes.

Short Game~26 min2 HCP5 drills
Distance Control30%
Precision16%
Trajectory14%
77% match
For Green tees

Save par clutch, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.

Short Game~26 min35 HCP9 drills
Scoring27%
Distance Control25%
Alignment15%
72% match
For Green tees

Hit intended line, for a 2-handicap player, ~10 minutes.

Short Game~26 min1 HCP5 drills
Aim29%
Distance Control19%
Precision18%
71% match
For Green tees

Up-and-down contest, for a 29-handicap player, ~20 minutes.

Short Game~26 min29 HCP9 drills
Scoring37%
Aim19%
Distance Control14%
45% match
For White tees

Focus on ball roll and finish position, for a 1-handicap player, ~10 minutes.

Putting~18 min0 HCP3 drills
Distance Control29%
Visualization27%
Dispersion22%
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FAQ

Frequently Asked Questions about Samoset Resort Golf Course

Get answers to common questions about playing Samoset Resort Golf Course and what to expect.

How difficult is Samoset Resort Golf Course for mid-handicap golfers?

From a scoring perspective, Samoset Resort Golf Course challenges consistency. At 136.0, it provides challenge without being extreme. The course rating of 71.4 reflects on scoring relative to par 70.

What tees should a 15 handicap play at Samoset Resort Golf Course?

A 15 handicap golfer should consider tees closer to 5648 yards. The back tees extend to 6212.0 yards, which makes approach shots longer and scoring more challenging.

What is considered a good score at Samoset Resort Golf Course?

With a course rating of 71.4 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 Samoset Resort Golf Course and how does yardage affect play?

At a full length of 6212.0 yards, it emphasizes accuracy and wedge play.

What type of course is Samoset Resort Golf Course 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 Samoset Resort Golf Course strategically challenging?

The combination of a slope rating of 136.0 and yardage reaching 6212.0 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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