Practice Programs
We studied this course layout and mapped exact drills around stroke index, handicap index and distances. Practice like you know The Lakes.
Total Programs
15
15 complete programs built for this course
Unique Drills
80
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
We've mapped a comprehensive practice profile for The Lakes, 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 50 putts in a row from in between two alignment sticks and through the ball gate.
Hit two buckets of balls (avg. bucket is 40 balls) from the sloped deep rough and other extreme grass types; one bucket with balls above feet level, and one bucket with balls below feet level.
Curve the ball around the alignment stick using using woods only. Hit one bucket of ~50 balls.
Complete the Progressive Targets Challenge using woods only. Hit one bucket of ~50 balls.
Work only on downswing using woods only. Hit one bucket of ~50 balls.
Work only on 'impact and follow through' using woods only. Hit one bucket of ~50 balls.
Everything you need to know about The Lakes.
Phone
+44 (0)1250 872622
Fax
+44 (0) 1250 872622
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Sandridge Golf Club is a public golf facility in Vero Beach, Florida, featuring two 18-hole courses designed by Ron Garl. The Dunes Course opened in 1987 and the Lakes Course in 1992, both known for challenging layouts and a strong regional reputation. Owned and operated by Indian River County, the club offers online tee-time booking, a club shop, junior programs, clinics, and instructional options. It is celebrated as a premier Florida golf destination for both serious and casual players.
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Holes
36
Par
72
Type
Parkland
Architect
Ron Garl
Opened
1992
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Drill Library
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Curated selection of drills based on The Lakes hole-by-hole data.
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Free eBook
Curated selection of drills based on The Lakes hole-by-hole data.
Available immediately. No cost. Download link + Email Delivery
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Free eBook
Curated selection of drills based on The Lakes 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 The Lakes hole-by-hole data.
Available immediately. No cost. Download link + Email Delivery
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Free eBook
Curated selection of drills based on The Lakes 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 The Lakes hole-by-hole data.
Available immediately. No cost. Download link + Email Delivery
"I agree to the privacy policy and terms of service." My rewards.
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 profileSquare the putter face, for a 12-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Hit putts with consistent tempo, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
A complete and progressive long-term development curriculum mapped from easier to harder drills, specifically for The Lakes. 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 54 days 74 page practice program designed specifically around this course hole by hole data.
Putting · Long (20+ ft)
Control Distance
Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 17.0
Putting · 3 ft (1m) only
Align Putter Face For Accurate 3 Foot Putts
Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 12.0
Short Game · Chip
Chip Close: Leave Inside 3 Feet
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 24.0
Short Game · Sand
Feel the distance: bunker to different targets and control your rollout
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 21.0
Short Game · Chip
Chip 10–25 Yds From Rough
Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 17.0
Short Game · Flop
Flop 20–30 Yds Over Hazard
Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 17.0
Driving Range · Woods (Hy,5W,3W)
3-Wood Dispersion Control For Beginners
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Driving Range · Woods (Hy,5W,3W)
Control 3-Wood Roll
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Driving Range · Driver
Control Driver Ball Flight
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
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Full flagship program designed around The Lakes hole by hole data. Contains 54 practice days and 47 unique drills.
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Match plan to shot, for a 14-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
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Get StartedStop on a dime, for a 22-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Control 3-wood dispersion, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Reduce misses, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Up-and-down contest, for a 14-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Pitch from fairway, for a 16-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Stick flops to green, for a 17-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Avoid 3-putt, for a 25-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Stick chips near hole, for a 17-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Hit fairways consistently, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Stay on fairways, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Precision mid-irons, for a 1-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Eliminate off-target mid irons, for a 15-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
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FAQ
Get answers to common questions about playing The Lakes and what to expect.
The Lakes presents a demanding test. The 120 slope rating keeps it accessible for developing players. 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.
At a full length of 6500 yards, it balances distance with positional strategy.
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.
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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