Practice Programs

Complete Golf Practice Blueprint for San Juan Hills Country Club

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San Juan Capistrano, California, United States of America

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Total Programs

17 complete programs built for this course

Unique Drills

Total unique drills across all programs

Skill Pillars

Accuracy · Aim · Alignment · Dispersion · Distance Control · Green Reading

Session Durations

3 days , 4 days , 5 days , 6 days , 7 days

AccuracyAimAlignmentDispersionDistance ControlGreen Reading+5 more

San Juan Hills Practice Profile

We've mapped a comprehensive practice profile for San Juan Hills, 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 26%Scoring 23%Precision 20%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.

17.5

Average HCP

11.5

Minimum HCP

28.8

Maximum HCP

Top Drills

Featured Drills for San Juan Hills

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

Putting18 min

Stop the Ball: Inside the Field, in a Row [Long]

Stop 5 balls in a row - one inside each field - to complete the challenge. If miss, fall back two fields.

Short Game26 min

Sand | Parallel Ball Lines | Multiple Targets

Align a bucket of balls in the sand (avg. bucket is 40 balls) into 2 parallel lines 20 balls per line and stop sand shots close to multiple targets. Count the number of successes.

Driving Range31 min

Wedges (LW to PW) | GIRs Simulation

Simulate X number of GIR (Green in Regulations) using wedges only. Hit one bucket of ~50 balls. Count total number of greens hit.

Putting18 min

Stop the Ball: to the Stick, Eyes Closed [Long]

Stop the ball between the hole and an alignment stick with your eyes closed.

Putting18 min

Stop the Ball: Circle, Eyes Closed [Long]

Stop the ball inside the circle with your eyes closed.

Putting15 min

Stop the Ball: Inside the Field [Long]

Stop the ball inside five fields to complete the challenge.

Course Details

Everything you need to know about San Juan Hills.

Contact Information

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Phone

+44 (0)1250 872622

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Fax

+44 (0) 1250 872622

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ray@sanjuanhillsgolf.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

32120 San Juan Creek Road

Course Description

San Juan Hills Golf Club is a public 18-hole golf facility located in the San Juan Capistrano / Mission Viejo area of Southern Orange County. The club features a driving range, a Golf Learning Center with lessons, and hosts tournaments, private events, weddings, and a sports bar and grill for onsite dining. It offers tee time bookings, a banquet facility, and an IN-Club membership that provides benefits and early booking opportunities. The venue emphasizes a vibrant golfing and social experience with multiple amenities and event spaces near San Juan Capistrano, CA.

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Course Information

Holes

Par

Type

Parkland

Architect

Harry & David Rainville

Opened

1967

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Programs

Skill-Based Practice Programs for San Juan Hills

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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Read Breaks Correctly On Each Long Putt

Read long breaks, for a 10-handicap player, ~15 minutes.

Putting15-18 min10 HCP7 drills

Visualization43%

Distance Control40%

Dispersion11%

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Hit Every Long Putt

Work on alignment and starting line, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.

Putting15-27 min17 HCP4 drills

Distance Control35%

Visualization25%

Dispersion23%

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Sand Shot 5–15 Yds

Escape safely, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.

Short Game~26 min35 HCP6 drills

Distance Control30%

Alignment15%

Scoring13%

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Land 2–3 Feet From Pin

Chip from rough, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.

Short Game~26 min17 HCP3 drills

Scoring28%

Accuracy23%

Distance Control20%

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12 Week Flagship Program for San Juan Hills

A complete and progressive long-term development curriculum mapped from easier to harder drills, specifically for San Juan Hills. 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)

Hit Every Long Putt

Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 17.0

Week 2≤ 3 days

Short Game · Flop

Flop 15–25 Yds From Sand Or Tight Lie

Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0

Weeks 2–4≤ 6 days

Driving Range · Long irons (4,3,2)

Control Long Iron Flight

Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0

Weeks 4–5≤ 7 days

Putting · Long (20+ ft)

Read Breaks Correctly On Each Long Putt

Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 10.0

Weeks 6–7≤ 5 days

Short Game · Flop

Flop 15–25 Yds From Sand Or Tight Lie

Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0

Weeks 7–8≤ 5 days

Driving Range · Wedges (LW,SW,GW,PW)

Control Wedge Roll

Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0

Weeks 8–9≤ 4 days

Putting · 3 ft (1m) only

Focus On Cup Accuracy

Difficulty: Expert · Program HCP 2.0

Weeks 9–10≤ 6 days

Short Game · Sand

Sand Shot 5–15 Yds

Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0

Weeks 11–12≤ 5 days

Driving Range · Wedges (LW,SW,GW,PW)

Control Wedge Roll

Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0

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Reduce Misses With Long Irons

Improve accuracy, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.

Driving Range~31 min17 HCP3 drills

Distance Control25%

Trajectory22%

Scoring20%

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Control Long Iron Flight

Eliminate hooks, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.

Driving Range~31 min35 HCP6 drills

Precision32%

Mechanics23%

Trajectory18%

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Focus On Cup Accuracy

Read subtle breaks, for a 3-handicap player, ~10 minutes.

Putting15-30 min2 HCP4 drills

Scoring35%

Precision21%

Green Reading14%

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Make Every 20+ Ft Putt

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

Putting~18 min0 HCP6 drills

Distance Control31%

Visualization31%

Dispersion22%

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Save par with a clutch pitch—pressure drill

Up-and-down contest, for a 16-handicap player, ~15 minutes.

Short Game~26 min16 HCP3 drills

Scoring23%

Distance Control22%

Accuracy21%

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Get Up-And-Down From Every Chip

Get up-and-down consistently, for a 2-handicap player, ~10 minutes.

Short Game~26 min1 HCP5 drills

Aim29%

Distance Control19%

Precision18%

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Stop 2 Feet From Hole

Flop from bunkers, for a 3-handicap player, ~10 minutes.

Short Game~26 min2 HCP4 drills

Distance Control30%

Precision23%

Aim20%

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Flop 15–25 Yds From Sand Or Tight Lie

Land near hole, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.

Short Game~26 min35 HCP3 drills

Aim31%

Accuracy21%

Scoring21%

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Flop 15–25 Yds From Sand Or Tight Lie

Flop from sand, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.

Short Game~26 min35 HCP5 drills

Alignment26%

Precision24%

Aim20%

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Control Wedge Roll

Control distance inside 100, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.

Driving Range~31 min35 HCP5 drills

Mechanics27%

Precision23%

Trajectory22%

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Control Wedge Roll

Stop missed shots, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.

Driving Range~31 min35 HCP5 drills

Precision25%

Mechanics18%

Trajectory17%

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Maximize Long Irons In Regulation

Precision shots, for a 1-handicap player, ~10 minutes.

Driving Range~31 min0 HCP3 drills

Dispersion25%

Scoring23%

Accuracy20%

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Maximize Long Irons In Regulation

Precision shots, for a 1-handicap player, ~10 minutes.

Driving Range30-31 min0 HCP4 drills

Scoring30%

Dispersion18%

Distance Control18%

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Prepare for Tournaments at San Juan Hills

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 San Juan Hills

Get answers to common questions about playing San Juan Hills and what to expect.

How difficult is San Juan Hills for mid-handicap golfers?

San Juan Hills is regarded as a strategically complex layout. The 120 slope rating keeps it accessible for developing players. The course rating of 70 reflects on scoring relative to par 71.

What tees should a 15 handicap play at San Juan Hills?

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 San Juan Hills?

With a course rating of 70 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 San Juan Hills and how does yardage affect play?

At a full length of 6500 yards, it balances distance with positional strategy.

What type of course is San Juan Hills 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 San Juan Hills 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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