Practice Programs
We studied this course layout and mapped exact drills around stroke index, handicap index and distances. Practice like you know Santee Cooper.
Total Programs
13
13 complete programs built for this course
Unique Drills
81
Total unique drills across all programs
Skill Pillars
12
Accuracy · Aim · Alignment · Dispersion · Distance Control · Green Reading
Session Durations
6
3 days , 5 days , 6 days , 7 days , 8 days , 9 days
We've mapped a comprehensive practice profile for Santee Cooper, 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, underneath the hanging string line.
Up to 5 players hit bump-n-run shot two buckets of balls (avg. bucket is 40 balls) from the sloped fairway; one bucket from the uphill slope and one bucket from the downhill slope.
Curve the ball around the alignment stick using using long irons only. Hit one bucket of ~50 balls.
Make 50 putts in a row through the ball gate, using plane board.
Make 25 putts in a row, one-handed through the ball gate.
Make 50 putts in a row using an alignment mirror.
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Holes
18
Par
72
Type
Parkland
Architect
George Cobb
Opened
1967
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Drill Library
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Free eBook
Curated selection of drills based on Santee Cooper hole-by-hole data.
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Free eBook
Curated selection of drills based on Santee Cooper hole-by-hole data.
Available immediately. No cost. Download link + Email Delivery
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Free eBook
Curated selection of drills based on Santee Cooper hole-by-hole data.
Available immediately. No cost. Download link + Email Delivery
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Free eBook
Curated selection of drills based on Santee Cooper hole-by-hole data.
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"I agree to the privacy policy and terms of service." My rewards.
Free eBook
Curated selection of drills based on Santee Cooper hole-by-hole data.
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"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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Showing 13 Programs
% match to course practice profileFocus on the target line, for a 11-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Dial in touch, for a 26-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
A complete and progressive long-term development curriculum mapped from easier to harder drills, specifically for Santee Cooper. 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 · 3 ft (1m) only
Line Every Short Putt Precisely
Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 11.0
Short Game · Chip
Stop Ball on Dime
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 27.0
Short Game · Bump'n'Run
Can you land every Bump'n'Run inside 2 feet?
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 26.0
Short Game · Pitch
Up-and-down contest: how many can you save in a row?
Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 19.0
Driving Range · Woods (Hy,5W,3W)
Control 3-Wood Roll
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Driving Range · Long irons (4,3,2)
Control the spin: height and roll as needed
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 29.0
Driving Range · Wedges (LW,SW,GW,PW)
Shape it perfectly: fade or draw with wedges
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 25.0
Driving Range · Long irons (4,3,2)
Center of the green: reduce spread on irons
Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 17.0
Driving Range · Short irons (9,8)
Reduce Misses With Short Irons
Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 17.0
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Stop on a dime, for a 27-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Center green hits, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
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Get StartedControl 3-wood roll, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Land 2 feet from pin, for a 5-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Save par clutch, for a 19-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Sand from deep bunkers, for a 5-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Land 3-4 feet away, for a 17-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Control distance, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Control long iron spin, for a 29-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Precision wedges, for a 1-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Land softly, for a 25-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
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FAQ
Get answers to common questions about playing Santee Cooper and what to expect.
Santee Cooper is regarded as a strategically complex layout. 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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