47% match
For Elk tees
Land within 2 feet, for a 1-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Short Game~26 min1 HCP4 drills
Aim31%
Precision23%
Dispersion13%
Practice Programs
Complete Golf Practice Blueprint for Sanctuary
Discover tailored practice programs for this course.
Total Programs
44
44 complete programs built for this course
Unique Drills
164
Total unique drills across all programs
Skill Pillars
11
Accuracy · Aim · Alignment · Dispersion · Distance Control · Mechanics
Session Durations
7
3 days , 4 days , 5 days , 6 days , 7 days , 8 days , 9 days
AccuracyAimAlignmentDispersionDistance ControlMechanics+5 more
Sanctuary Practice Profile
We've mapped a comprehensive practice profile for Sanctuary, 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 28%Scoring 22%Aim 17%Accuracy 17%Alignment 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.
17.6
Average HCP
10.8
Minimum HCP
31.1
Maximum HCP
Top Drills
Featured Drills for Sanctuary
Most-used drills from for this course. Practice as standalone drills or scroll down for full programs.
Putting30 min
Putting Aid: Plane Board, Ball Gate, 50 in a Row
Make 50 putts in a row through the ball gate, using plane board.
Short Game26 min
Chip | Parallel Piles | Bullseye 2x
Up to 5 players compete to stop a chip shot in the bullseye. The best final score relative to PAR wins the challenge. One bucket of balls per player is needed.
Driving Range31 min
Short irons (9,8) | 3 Landing Zones
Hit 15 balls to each landing zone using short irons only. Hit one bucket of ~50 balls. Count total number of successful shots.
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.
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 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.
Course Details
Everything you need to know about Sanctuary.
Contact Information
📞
Phone
+44 (0)1250 872622
📠
Fax
+44 (0) 1250 872622
✉️Email
info@sanctuarygolfcourse.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
7549 N Daniels Park Rd, Sedalia, CO 80135, USA
Course Description
Sanctuary Golf is a premier event and wedding venue nestled in the foothills of the Rocky Mountains just south of Denver, Colorado. The property is known for its breathtaking mountain views, towering pines, and its capacity to host indoor and outdoor weddings, social events, and invitation-only charity golf tournaments. Located in Colorado, Sanctuary combines a scenic clubhouse setting with a reputation for seamless planning and unforgettable celebrations. It also features extensive photography galleries and vendor recommendations to help couples and organizers design their perfect gathering.
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Course Information
Holes
18
Par
72
Type
Parkland
Architect
Jim Engh
Opened
1997
Google Reviews
Business Not Claimed
⭐4.9(277 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 Sanctuary, all within a single responsive scorecard.
Scorecard data available for Elk
Women's Tees
Tee Insight:This course tests precision on repeating short par fours where iron control prevents bogeys while long par fives build score pressure on key difficult holes.
B
Bear Tee
Gender: FemalePar 725989 yards5476 metersCR 74.1Bogey 109.8Slope 151
Gender: Female
Front Nine · CR 37.0 · BR 55.2 · Slope 154
Back Nine · CR 37.1 · BR 54.6 · Slope 148
| Hole | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | IN | 10 | 11 | 12 | 13 | 14 | 15 | 16 | 17 | 18 | OUT | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Par | 5 | 4 | 4 | 5 | 3 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 36 | 3 | 5 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 5 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 36 | 72 |
| Handicap | 3 | 5 | 11 | 1 | 9 | 17 | 15 | 7 | 13 | — | 16 | 4 | 10 | 8 | 14 | 6 | 12 | 18 | 2 | — | — |
| Yardage | 527 | 390 | 351 | 500 | 154 | 145 | 324 | 293 | 283 | 2967 | 165 | 528 | 312 | 349 | 172 | 531 | 297 | 300 | 368 | 3022 | 5989 |
E
Elk Tee
Gender: FemalePar 726379 yards5833 metersCR 76.4Bogey 116.5Slope 155
Gender: Female
Front Nine · CR 38.2 · BR 58.7 · Slope 155
Back Nine · CR 38.2 · BR 57.8 · Slope 155
| Hole | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | IN | 10 | 11 | 12 | 13 | 14 | 15 | 16 | 17 | 18 | OUT | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Par | 5 | 4 | 4 | 5 | 3 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 36 | 3 | 5 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 5 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 36 | 72 |
| Handicap | 3 | 5 | 11 | 1 | 9 | 17 | 15 | 7 | 13 | — | 16 | 4 | 10 | 8 | 14 | 6 | 12 | 18 | 2 | — | — |
| Yardage | 571 | 420 | 381 | 544 | 163 | 149 | 350 | 304 | 294 | 3176 | 181 | 563 | 339 | 349 | 167 | 548 | 311 | 334 | 411 | 3203 | 6379 |
M
Mountain Lion/Fox Tee
Gender: FemalePar 724946 yards4523 metersCR 69.3Bogey 99.3Slope 128
Gender: Female
Front Nine · CR 35.3 · BR 50.1 · Slope 126
Back Nine · CR 34.0 · BR 49.2 · Slope 129
| Hole | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | IN | 10 | 11 | 12 | 13 | 14 | 15 | 16 | 17 | 18 | OUT | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Par | 5 | 4 | 4 | 5 | 3 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 36 | 3 | 5 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 5 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 36 | 72 |
| Handicap | 3 | 5 | 11 | 1 | 9 | 17 | 15 | 7 | 13 | — | 16 | 4 | 10 | 8 | 14 | 6 | 12 | 18 | 2 | — | — |
| Yardage | 467 | 315 | 309 | 445 | 119 | 128 | 302 | 239 | 220 | 2544 | 124 | 449 | 278 | 318 | 77 | 422 | 223 | 261 | 250 | 2402 | 4946 |
Programs
Skill-Based Practice Programs for Sanctuary
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 44 Programs
% match to course practice profile59% match
For Elk tees
Land 2 feet from pin, for a 2-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Short Game~26 min2 HCP4 drills
Dispersion20%
Aim20%
Precision16%
46% match
For Elk tees
Maximize driver distance, for a 1-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Driving Range30-31 min0 HCP6 drills
Scoring29%
Precision20%
Trajectory13%
34% match
For Elk tees
Maximize in regulation, for a 0-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Driving Range30-31 minUnknown HCP5 drills
Scoring39%
Precision27%
Dispersion10%
12 Week Flagship Program for Sanctuary
A complete and progressive long-term development curriculum mapped from easier to harder drills, specifically for Sanctuary. 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≤ 3 days
Putting · 3 ft (1m) only
Aim To Hit Center Every Time
Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 17.0
Weeks 1–3≤ 7 days
Short Game · Chip
Avoid Three-Putts
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Weeks 3–4≤ 4 days
Driving Range · Mid irons (7,6,5)
Feet, hips, shoulders—consistent contact
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Weeks 4–5≤ 4 days
Putting · Long (20+ ft)
Control Distance
Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 17.0
Weeks 5–7≤ 7 days
Short Game · Flop
Flop 15–25 Yds From Sand Or Tight Lie
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Weeks 7–9≤ 7 days
Driving Range · Woods (Hy,5W,3W)
Challenge: eliminate off-target woods shots
Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 17.0
Weeks 9–10≤ 6 days
Putting · Long (20+ ft)
Make Every 20+ Ft Putt
Difficulty: Expert · Program HCP 0.0
Weeks 10–11≤ 3 days
Short Game · Flop
Hit Flop & Avoid Big Numbers
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Weeks 11–12≤ 3 days
Driving Range · Short irons (9,8)
Short Iron Distance Control
Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 17.0
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76% match
For Elk tees
Flop from sand, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Short Game~26 min35 HCP3 drills
Scoring35%
Accuracy23%
Aim23%
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For Elk tees
Improve accuracy, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Driving Range~31 min17 HCP3 drills
Distance Control27%
Scoring20%
Trajectory20%
77% match
For Elk tees
Chip through gate, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Short Game~26 min35 HCP4 drills
Aim28%
Distance Control19%
Alignment17%
73% match
For Elk tees
Chip close, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min17 HCP8 drills
Accuracy20%
Distance Control20%
Alignment20%
52% match
For Elk tees
Pick line and commit, for a 2-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Short Game~26 min1 HCP5 drills
Aim29%
Distance Control19%
Precision18%
75% match
For Elk tees
Make par, for a 23-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Short Game~26 min23 HCP9 drills
Accuracy33%
Distance Control20%
Scoring19%
63% match
For Elk tees
Pick line and commit, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Short Game~26 min35 HCP3 drills
Aim34%
Alignment27%
Scoring20%
71% match
For Elk tees
Stick approaches, for a 17-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min16 HCP5 drills
Accuracy37%
Alignment23%
Distance Control18%
63% match
For Elk tees
Vary landing spot, for a 3-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Short Game~26 min3 HCP7 drills
Distance Control22%
Scoring16%
Dispersion15%
71% match
For Elk tees
Approach from hazards, for a 16-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min16 HCP7 drills
Accuracy34%
Scoring24%
Alignment17%
72% match
For Mountain Lion/Fox tees
Use a short swing, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Short Game~26 min35 HCP3 drills
Aim31%
Distance Control20%
Accuracy17%
72% match
For Mountain Lion/Fox tees
Land near hole, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Short Game25-26 min35 HCP8 drills
Alignment25%
Scoring20%
Aim19%
65% match
For Mountain Lion/Fox tees
Stick flops to green, for a 16-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min16 HCP4 drills
Distance Control25%
Precision18%
Aim13%
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Get Started71% match
For Mountain Lion/Fox tees
Consistent short iron rollout, for a 9-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Driving Range~31 min9 HCP4 drills
Distance Control31%
Scoring25%
Trajectory15%
0% match
For Mountain Lion/Fox tees
Consistent mid iron contact, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Driving Range~31 min35 HCP4 drills
Mechanics45%
Precision30%
Trajectory25%
67% match
For Mountain Lion/Fox tees
Control woods rollout, for a 12-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Driving Range30-31 min11 HCP6 drills
Distance Control30%
Scoring20%
Accuracy19%
62% match
For Mountain Lion/Fox tees
Avoid Three-Putts
Short Game~26 min35 HCP7 drills
Distance Control31%
Alignment22%
Aim13%
69% match
For Mountain Lion/Fox tees
Stick approaches, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min17 HCP8 drills
Accuracy29%
Scoring22%
Alignment21%
52% match
For Mountain Lion/Fox tees
Pick line and commit, for a 2-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Short Game~26 min1 HCP5 drills
Aim29%
Distance Control19%
Precision18%
77% match
For Mountain Lion/Fox tees
Chip close, for a 22-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Short Game~26 min21 HCP8 drills
Accuracy33%
Distance Control18%
Alignment16%
81% match
For Mountain Lion/Fox tees
Feel the green, for a 26-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Short Game~26 min26 HCP6 drills
Distance Control31%
Scoring23%
Alignment14%
61% match
For Mountain Lion/Fox tees
Pick line and commit, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Short Game~26 min34 HCP8 drills
Aim29%
Alignment24%
Scoring20%
71% match
For Mountain Lion/Fox tees
Vary landing spot, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min17 HCP6 drills
Distance Control31%
Accuracy28%
Alignment18%
63% match
For Mountain Lion/Fox tees
Vary landing spot, for a 4-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Short Game~26 min3 HCP5 drills
Distance Control23%
Aim19%
Precision18%
73% match
For Mountain Lion/Fox tees
Pitch close, for a 17-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min16 HCP7 drills
Accuracy33%
Distance Control23%
Scoring18%
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For Mountain Lion/Fox tees
Feel the green, for a 16-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min16 HCP7 drills
Distance Control39%
Precision18%
Dispersion14%
39% match
For Bear tees
Hit center consistently, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Putting18-30 min17 HCP3 drills
Aim32%
Stroke28%
Alignment23%
46% match
For Bear tees
Stop on a dime, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Putting15-27 min17 HCP4 drills
Distance Control35%
Visualization25%
Dispersion23%
52% match
For Bear tees
Get up-and-down consistently, for a 2-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Short Game~26 min1 HCP5 drills
Aim29%
Distance Control19%
Precision18%
76% match
For Bear tees
Hit from sand, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Short Game23-26 min35 HCP3 drills
Scoring31%
Aim28%
Distance Control22%
49% match
For Bear tees
Stop within 2 feet, for a 1-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Short Game~26 min0 HCP5 drills
Scoring43%
Distance Control26%
Visualization23%
33% match
For Bear tees
Center fairway hits, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Driving Range30-31 min17 HCP7 drills
Dispersion33%
Precision31%
Scoring14%
59% match
For Bear tees
Control wedge rollout, for a 14-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Driving Range30-31 min14 HCP5 drills
Distance Control38%
Scoring30%
Trajectory11%
46% match
For Bear tees
Make Every 20+ Ft Putt
Putting~18 min0 HCP6 drills
Visualization31%
Distance Control31%
Dispersion22%
80% match
For Bear tees
Vary landing spot, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Short Game~26 min35 HCP4 drills
Distance Control29%
Scoring21%
Aim16%
67% match
For Bear tees
Avoid 3-putt, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min17 HCP3 drills
Accuracy23%
Distance Control23%
Scoring15%
52% match
For Bear tees
Pick line and commit, for a 2-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Short Game~26 min1 HCP5 drills
Aim29%
Distance Control19%
Precision18%
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Get Started68% match
For Bear tees
Avoid 3-putt, for a 23-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Short Game~26 min23 HCP9 drills
Accuracy28%
Alignment18%
Distance Control14%
71% match
For Bear tees
Stop on a dime, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min18 HCP7 drills
Distance Control35%
Accuracy17%
Alignment16%
68% match
For Bear tees
Turn into birdies, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Short Game~26 min34 HCP3 drills
Scoring25%
Aim24%
Alignment23%
2026
Prepare for Tournaments at Sanctuary
Follow a complete multi-week structured practice program ahead of the upcoming events and arrive prepared.
United States
Southeast Junior Open - MAJOR
7/12/2026
Tournament
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Frequently Asked Questions about Sanctuary
Get answers to common questions about playing Sanctuary and what to expect.
How difficult is Sanctuary for mid-handicap golfers?
Sanctuary is regarded as a strategically complex layout. Its 155.0 slope rating signals significant difficulty for players above a 15 handicap. The course rating of 76.4 reflects on scoring relative to par 72.
What tees should a 15 handicap play at Sanctuary?
A 15 handicap golfer should consider tees closer to 5662 yards. The back tees extend to 6379.0 yards, which makes approach shots longer and scoring more challenging.
What is considered a good score at Sanctuary?
With a course rating of 76.4 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.
How long is Sanctuary and how does yardage affect play?
Stretching to 6379.0 yards from the back tees, it does not overwhelm length but rewards accuracy.
What type of course is Sanctuary and how should I play it?
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.
What features make Sanctuary strategically challenging?
The combination of a slope rating of 155.0 and yardage reaching 6379.0 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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