Work on alignment and starting line, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Practice Programs
Complete Golf Practice Blueprint for Sanlan Golf Course
Discover tailored practice programs for this course.
Total Programs
14
14 complete programs built for this course
Unique Drills
66
Total unique drills across all programs
Skill Pillars
11
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
Alligator/Bobcat Practice Profile
We've mapped a comprehensive practice profile for Alligator/Bobcat, 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
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.
Top Drills
Featured Drills for Alligator/Bobcat
Most-used drills from for this course. Practice as standalone drills or scroll down for full programs.
Stop the Ball: on the Fringe [Long]
Stop the ball on the fringe. Hit 20 balls.
Bump-n-Run | Deep Rough and Other | Above/Below Feet
Hit bump-n-run 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.
Wedges (LW to PW) | Straight Shot
Produce straight shots using wedges only. Hit one bucket of ~50 balls.
Bump-n-Run | Perpendicular Piles | Bullseye 2x
Up to 5 players compete to stop a bump-n-run shot in the bullseye. The best final score relative to PAR wins the challenge. One bucket of balls per player is needed.
Sand | Parallel Piles | Quadrants
Up to 5 players compete to stop a sand shot inside the quadrant(s). The player with the most points wins the challenge. One bucket of balls per player is needed.
Wedges (LW to PW) | Takeaway
Work only on takeaway using wedges only. Hit one bucket of ~50 balls.
Course Details
Everything you need to know about Alligator/Bobcat.
Contact Information
Phone
+44 (0)1250 872622
Fax
+44 (0) 1250 872622
terry@sanlangolf.com
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Facilities
Location
2505 Bramble Ridge Drive
Course Description
Sanlan Golf is a public golf complex featuring a 27-hole course within the Sanlan RV & Golf Resort. The facility offers a driving range and a comprehensive practice area with grass tees, multiple teeing stations, a pitching and chipping green, sand bunker, and a putting green. Visitors can enjoy three distinct courses and a unique resort experience in a natural setting with lakes and oak trees. The venue emphasizes stay-and-play options and is open daily for golf with accompanying range facilities.
27-hole golf • public golf course • driving range • practice facility • grass tees • pitching and chipping green • sand bunkers • putting green • three distinct courses • golf resort • stay-and-play • lakes and oak trees • golf leagues • tee times
Course Information
Holes
27
Par
72
Type
Parkland
Architect
E. Edward Holloway Jr.
Opened
1990
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Programs
Skill-Based Practice Programs for Alligator/Bobcat
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 14 Programs
% match to course practice profileLand inside 2 feet, for a 24-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Escape successfully, for a 5-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Reach target zones, for a 6-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
11 Week Flagship Program for Alligator/Bobcat
A complete and progressive long-term development curriculum mapped from easier to harder drills, specifically for Alligator/Bobcat. Start with the basics and work your way towards more challenging drills. Commit to 11 weeks of training and get in proper shape. Four days counts as a week.
Putting · Long (20+ ft)
Hit Every Long Putt
Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 17.0
Short Game · Sand
Pick your spot and trust your swing—bunker aim challenge
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 28.0
Short Game · Bump'n'Run
Dial in your touch from the fringe—leave yourself a no-stress putt
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 27.0
Short Game · Flop
Feet, hips, shoulders—are you set up for a high soft shot?
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 26.0
Short Game · Bump'n'Run
Can you land every Bump'n'Run inside 2 feet?
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 24.0
Driving Range · Wedges (LW,SW,GW,PW)
Control Wedge Roll
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Driving Range · Wedges (LW,SW,GW,PW)
Control Wedge Roll
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Driving Range · Mid irons (7,6,5)
Mid-Iron Distance Accuracy
Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 17.0
Driving Range · Short irons (9,8)
Short Iron Distance Control
Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 17.0
Control roll, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Turn into birdies, for a 10-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Roll to tap-in range, for a 28-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Aim for soft landing, for a 28-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
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Get StartedOpen up and fly, for a 26-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Approach from hazards, for a 16-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Control distance, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Control distance, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Control roll, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Reduce misses, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Prepare for Tournaments at Alligator/Bobcat
Follow a complete multi-week structured practice program ahead of the upcoming events and arrive prepared.
No upcoming tournaments at this time.
FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions about Alligator/Bobcat
Get answers to common questions about playing Alligator/Bobcat and what to expect.
How difficult is Alligator/Bobcat for mid-handicap golfers?
Alligator/Bobcat 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.
What tees should a 15 handicap play at Alligator/Bobcat?
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 Alligator/Bobcat?
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.
How long is Alligator/Bobcat and how does yardage affect play?
Stretching to 6500 yards from the back tees, it does not overwhelm length but rewards accuracy.
What type of course is Alligator/Bobcat 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 Alligator/Bobcat 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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