Practice Programs

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Lakeland, Florida, United States of America
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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

AccuracyAimAlignmentDispersionDistance ControlGreen Reading+5 more

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

Distance Control 32%Scoring 29%Precision 14%Accuracy 11%Trajectory 11%

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.

20.3
Average HCP
12.4
Minimum HCP
34.6
Maximum HCP

Top Drills

Featured Drills for Alligator/Bobcat

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

Diagram for Stop the Ball: on the Fringe [Long]
Putting18 min

Stop the Ball: on the Fringe [Long]

Stop the ball on the fringe. Hit 20 balls.

Diagram for Bump-n-Run | Deep Rough and Other | Above/Below Feet
Short Game26 min

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.

Diagram for Wedges (LW to PW) | Straight Shot
Driving Range31 min

Wedges (LW to PW) | Straight Shot

Produce straight shots using wedges only. Hit one bucket of ~50 balls.

Diagram for Bump-n-Run | Perpendicular Piles | Bullseye 2x
Short Game26 min

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.

Diagram for Sand | Parallel Piles | Quadrants
Short Game26 min

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.

Diagram for Wedges (LW to PW) | Takeaway
Driving Range31 min

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

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Phone

+44 (0)1250 872622

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Fax

+44 (0) 1250 872622

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Email

terry@sanlangolf.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

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

Putting15-27 min17 HCP3 drills
Distance Control47%
Visualization33%
Dispersion12%

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

Short Game~26 min5 HCP8 drills
Distance Control20%
Precision20%
Dispersion16%

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.

Week 13 days

Putting · Long (20+ ft)

Hit Every Long Putt

Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 17.0

Weeks 1–25 days

Short Game · Sand

Pick your spot and trust your swing—bunker aim challenge

Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 28.0

Weeks 3–47 days

Short Game · Bump'n'Run

Dial in your touch from the fringe—leave yourself a no-stress putt

Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 27.0

Weeks 4–54 days

Short Game · Flop

Feet, hips, shoulders—are you set up for a high soft shot?

Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 26.0

Weeks 5–77 days

Short Game · Bump'n'Run

Can you land every Bump'n'Run inside 2 feet?

Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 24.0

Weeks 7–96 days

Driving Range · Wedges (LW,SW,GW,PW)

Control Wedge Roll

Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0

Week 93 days

Driving Range · Wedges (LW,SW,GW,PW)

Control Wedge Roll

Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0

Week 103 days

Driving Range · Mid irons (7,6,5)

Mid-Iron Distance Accuracy

Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 17.0

Weeks 10–113 days

Driving Range · Short irons (9,8)

Short Iron Distance Control

Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 17.0

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

Driving Range~31 min35 HCP6 drills
Precision26%
Mechanics23%
Trajectory18%

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Prepare for Tournaments at Alligator/Bobcat

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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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