Practice Programs

Complete Golf Practice Blueprint for Santana Golf & Country Club

Discover tailored practice programs for this course.

Mijas Costa, Andalucia, Spain

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Total Programs

15 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 , 8 days , 9 days

AccuracyAimAlignmentDispersionDistance ControlGreen Reading+6 more

Santana Practice Profile

We've mapped a comprehensive practice profile for Santana, 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

Scoring 32%Distance Control 22%Precision 18%Aim 16%Dispersion 10%

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.

15.2

Average HCP

10.1

Minimum HCP

28.7

Maximum HCP

Top Drills

Featured Drills for Santana

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

Putting18 min

Putting Aid: Plane Board, Ball Gate, 15/25

Make 15 out of 25 putts through the ball gate, using plane board.

Short Game26 min

DIY Course Medium

Make a DIY 9 hole medium-difficulty course. Every hole is PAR 2. Count the score.

Driving Range31 min

Long irons (4,3,2) | L-R and R-L 9 Targets

Hit 5 balls to each randomly selected target while producing left-to-right and right-to-left shots, using long irons only. Hit one bucket of ~50 balls.

Putting18 min

Putting Aid: Alignment Mirror, 15/25

Make 15 out of 25 putts using an alignment mirror.

Putting18 min

Single Tee, 15/25

Make 15 out of 25 putts

Putting15 min

One Handed, Ball Gate, 12 in a Row

Make 12 putts in a row, one-handed through the ball gate.

Course Details

Everything you need to know about Santana.

Contact Information

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Phone

+44 (0)1250 872622

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Fax

+44 (0) 1250 872622

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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

Valle del Golf de Mijas, Carretera La Cala - Entre

Course Description

Santana Golf is an 18-hole, par-72 golf course located in Mijas on the Costa del Sol, just a short drive from Málaga. The club offers a complete golf experience on a scenic layout in the Málaga province, with a focus on tee times, caddie services, and associated facilities such as a restaurant and pro shop. Visitors can book online and explore various rate options, holidays, and group-friendly packages. The venue also maintains an active presence for social engagement and dining experiences in the Costa del Sol region of southern Spain.

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Course Information

Holes

Par

Type

Parkland

Architect

Cabell B. Robinson

Opened

2003

Google Reviews

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Programs

Skill-Based Practice Programs for Santana

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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Focus On Pace And Line

Hit short putts until smooth, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.

Putting~18 min17 HCP3 drills

Aim38%

Alignment23%

Stroke22%

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Reduce Missed Mid Putts

Avoid bogeys, for a 5-handicap player, ~10 minutes.

Putting15-24 min4 HCP5 drills

Scoring31%

Precision27%

Aim24%

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Stick Approach From Hazards

Approach from hazards, for a 16-handicap player, ~15 minutes.

Short Game~26 min16 HCP3 drills

Scoring45%

Distance Control32%

Visualization23%

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Flop 15–25 Yds From Sand Or Tight Lie

Avoid big numbers, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.

Short Game~26 min35 HCP4 drills

Distance Control22%

Scoring19%

Accuracy14%

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11 Week Flagship Program for Santana

A complete and progressive long-term development curriculum mapped from easier to harder drills, specifically for Santana. 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 1≤ 3 days

Putting · 6 ft (2m) only

Focus On Pace And Line

Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 17.0

Weeks 1–2≤ 4 days

Short Game · Chip

Avoid Three-Putts

Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0

Weeks 2–3≤ 3 days

Driving Range · Short irons (9,8)

Control Short Iron Flight

Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0

Weeks 3–4≤ 5 days

Putting · 6 ft (2m) only

Make Every Putt Count Precisely

Difficulty: Expert · Program HCP 4.0

Weeks 4–5≤ 4 days

Short Game · Flop

Flop 15–25 Yds From Sand Or Tight Lie

Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0

Weeks 5–7≤ 6 days

Driving Range · Mid irons (7,6,5)

Center of the green: reduce spread on irons

Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 17.0

Weeks 7–8≤ 5 days

Putting · 6 ft (2m) only

Reduce Missed Mid Putts

Difficulty: Expert · Program HCP 4.0

Weeks 8–10≤ 7 days

Short Game · Chip

Pinpoint Chips for Tap-Ins

Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 21.0

Weeks 10–11≤ 5 days

Driving Range · Long irons (4,3,2)

Vary your targets and hit within 5 yards

Difficulty: Advanced · Program HCP 7.0

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Control Short Iron Flight

Hit close to flag, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.

Driving Range~31 min35 HCP3 drills

Precision32%

Mechanics30%

Trajectory29%

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Precision Long Irons

Maximize in regulation, for a 1-handicap player, ~10 minutes.

Driving Range30-31 min0 HCP5 drills

Scoring32%

Precision16%

Dispersion15%

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Make Every Putt Count Precisely

Focus on par saves, for a 5-handicap player, ~10 minutes.

Putting15-24 min4 HCP5 drills

Scoring31%

Precision27%

Aim24%

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Pinpoint Chips for Tap-Ins

Thread the needle, for a 21-handicap player, ~20 minutes.

Short Game~26 min21 HCP9 drills

Precision26%

Distance Control24%

Alignment16%

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Avoid Three-Putts

Avoid three-putts, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.

Short Game~26 min35 HCP4 drills

Scoring34%

Aim23%

Alignment20%

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Sand 10–25 Yds

Save par consistently, for a 15-handicap player, ~15 minutes.

Short Game~26 min14 HCP9 drills

Scoring19%

Distance Control19%

Accuracy15%

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Land 3–4 Feet From Pin

Land 3-4 feet away, for a 17-handicap player, ~15 minutes.

Short Game~26 min16 HCP3 drills

Scoring45%

Distance Control32%

Visualization23%

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Maximize Mid-Irons In Regulation

Maximize in regulation, for a 1-handicap player, ~10 minutes.

Driving Range~31 min0 HCP7 drills

Scoring25%

Distance Control19%

Precision13%

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Vary your targets and hit within 5 yards

Control long iron distance, for a 7-handicap player, ~10 minutes.

Driving Range~31 min7 HCP5 drills

Distance Control38%

Scoring24%

Trajectory13%

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Maximize Long Irons In Regulation

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

Driving Range30-31 min0 HCP8 drills

Scoring32%

Precision16%

Distance Control14%

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Center of the green: reduce spread on irons

Eliminate off-target mid irons, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.

Driving Range30-31 min17 HCP6 drills

Dispersion34%

Distance Control19%

Precision16%

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2026

Prepare for Tournaments at Santana

Follow a complete multi-week structured practice program ahead of the upcoming events and arrive prepared.

Spain•18 holes

Challenge de Catalunya 2026

5/14/2026

Stroke Play

Real Federación Española de Golf

Competiciones de Alto Nivel

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FAQ

Frequently Asked Questions about Santana

Get answers to common questions about playing Santana and what to expect.

How difficult is Santana for mid-handicap golfers?

Santana presents a demanding test. With a slope of 120, it remains playable for a wide handicap range. The course rating of 70 reflects on scoring relative to par 72.

What tees should a 15 handicap play at Santana?

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 Santana?

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 Santana and how does yardage affect play?

Measuring 6500 yards at maximum length, scoring depends more on placement than raw power.

What type of course is Santana and how should I play it?

Santana is designed as a Parkland layout. 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 Santana 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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