Commit to the aim, for a 11-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Practice Programs
Complete Golf Practice Blueprint for Santiburi Samui Country Club
Discover tailored practice programs for this course.
Total Programs
14
14 complete programs built for this course
Unique Drills
73
Total unique drills across all programs
Skill Pillars
12
Accuracy · Aim · Alignment · Dispersion · Distance Control · Green Reading
Session Durations
6
3 days , 4 days , 5 days , 6 days , 7 days , 9 days
Santiburi Samui Practice Profile
We've mapped a comprehensive practice profile for Santiburi Samui, 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 Santiburi Samui
Most-used drills from for this course. Practice as standalone drills or scroll down for full programs.
One Handed, Ball Gate, 5 in a Row
Make 5 putts in a row, one-handed through the ball gate.
Pitch | Scattered Piles | Quadrants
Up to 5 players compete to stop a pitch shot inside the quadrant(s). The player with the most points wins the challenge. One bucket of balls per player is needed.
Long irons (4,3,2) | PAR 3 Challenge
Complete the PAR 3 Challenge using long irons only. Hit one bucket of ~50 balls.
Sand | Parallel Ball Lines | 9 Stop Zones
Up to 5 players compete to stop a sand shot in the stop zone(s). The player with the most points at the end wins the challenge. Up to 80 balls are needed.
Sand | Parallel Ball Lines | 9 Stop Zones
Align a bucket of balls in the sand (avg. bucket is 40 balls) into 2 parallel lines 20 balls per line and stop sand shots inside 9 Stop Zones. Count the number of successful stops.
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.
Course Details
Everything you need to know about Santiburi Samui.
Contact Information
Phone
+44 (0)1250 872622
Fax
+44 (0) 1250 872622
golfreservation@santiburi.com
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Facilities
Location
12/15 Moo 4
Course Description
Santiburi Group is a hospitality company specializing in hotels and golf courses in Thailand.
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Course Information
Holes
18
Par
72
Type
Tropical
Architect
Pirapon Namatra, Quality Golf Consultants Co., Ltd.
Opened
2004
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Programs
Skill-Based Practice Programs for Santiburi Samui
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 profileEscape successfully, for a 4-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Thread the gap, for a 14-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
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Get personalized coaching and custom training programs tailored to your game.
Get StartedCenter fairway hits, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
14 Week Flagship Program for Santiburi Samui
A complete and progressive long-term development curriculum mapped from easier to harder drills, specifically for Santiburi Samui. 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.
Putting · 9 ft (3m) only
Focus Aim For Every 9 Foot Putt
Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 11.0
Short Game · Pitch
Dial in your aim: pitch to a tight pin
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 27.0
Short Game · Bump'n'Run
Dial in your touch from the fringe—leave yourself a no-stress putt
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 23.0
Short Game · Pitch
Pinpoint your pitches: leave yourself a tap-in every time
Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 18.0
Short Game · Pitch
Pinpoint your pitches: leave yourself a tap-in every time
Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 16.0
Short Game · Pitch
Save Par On Every Approach
Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 16.0
Driving Range · Short irons (9,8)
Hit Short Irons Close To Flag
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Driving Range · Wedges (LW,SW,GW,PW)
Land it softly with the perfect trajectory
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 25.0
Driving Range · Woods (Hy,5W,3W)
Challenge: eliminate off-target woods shots
Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 17.0
Stick to long iron line, for a 1-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Set sights, for a 28-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Pick landing spot, for a 14-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Save par on approaches, for a 17-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Thread the gap, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Pinpoint pitches, for a 17-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Dial in touch, for a 23-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Control flight, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Control wedge loft, for a 25-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Stick to long iron line, for a 1-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Prepare for Tournaments at Santiburi Samui
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 Santiburi Samui
Get answers to common questions about playing Santiburi Samui and what to expect.
How difficult is Santiburi Samui for mid-handicap golfers?
Santiburi Samui 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.
What tees should a 15 handicap play at Santiburi Samui?
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 Santiburi Samui?
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 Santiburi Samui and how does yardage affect play?
At a full length of 6500 yards, it balances distance with positional strategy.
What type of course is Santiburi Samui and how should I play it?
Architecturally, it reflects a Tropical 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.
What features make Santiburi Samui 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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