Practice Programs

Complete Golf Practice Blueprint for Sarasota Executive Golf Course

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Total Programs

12 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 , 5 days , 6 days , 7 days , 8 days , 9 days

AccuracyAimAlignmentDispersionDistance ControlGreen Reading+6 more

Sarasota Practice Profile

We've mapped a comprehensive practice profile for Sarasota, 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 25%Distance Control 21%Precision 18%Aim 17%Accuracy 16%

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

11.7

Minimum HCP

38.2

Maximum HCP

Top Drills

Featured Drills for Sarasota

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

Putting18 min

Three Gates Dispersion [Long]

Hit 30 balls and count how many balls end at which gate (to test for dispersion).

Short Game26 min

Sand | Perpendicular Ball Lines | 9 Stop Zones

Align a bucket of balls in the sand (avg. bucket is 40 balls) into 2 perpendicular lines 20 balls per line and stop sand shots inside 9 Stop Zones. Count the number of successful stops.

Driving Range31 min

Driver | Takeaway

Work only on takeaway using driver only. Hit one bucket of ~50 balls.

Short Game26 min

Sand | Perpendicular Piles | 9 Stop Zones

Align a bucket of balls in the sand (avg. bucket is 40 balls) into 10 equal perpendicular piles of 4 balls and stop sand shots inside 9 Stop Zones. Count the number of successful stops.

Putting18 min

Stop the Ball: Circle, in a Row [Long]

Eliminate long distance misses by stopping 5 balls inside the circle, in a row.

Putting27 min

Stop the Ball: Circle, Three Tees Triangle [Long]

Stop the ball inside the circle.

Course Details

Everything you need to know about Sarasota.

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

2991 Morse Boulevard

Course Description

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Course Information

Holes

Par

Type

Parkland

Opened

2014

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Programs

Skill-Based Practice Programs for Sarasota

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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Control Roll On Every Long Putt

Hit cups from afar, for a 14-handicap player, ~15 minutes.

Putting18-27 min14 HCP5 drills

Dispersion40%

Accuracy30%

Scoring8%

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Focus Aim For 6 Foot Putts

Pick a specific spot, for a 11-handicap player, ~15 minutes.

Putting15-18 min11 HCP5 drills

Aim39%

Scoring16%

Alignment14%

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Chip 5–15 Yds From Fringe

Stop near the hole, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.

Short Game~26 min35 HCP8 drills

Distance Control30%

Alignment21%

Aim17%

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Chip Close: Leave Inside 3 Feet

Avoid 3-putt, for a 23-handicap player, ~20 minutes.

Short Game~26 min22 HCP7 drills

Accuracy30%

Scoring24%

Alignment21%

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14 Week Flagship Program for Sarasota

A complete and progressive long-term development curriculum mapped from easier to harder drills, specifically for Sarasota. 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.

Weeks 1–2≤ 5 days

Putting · Long (20+ ft)

Control Roll On Every Long Putt

Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 14.0

Weeks 2–3≤ 5 days

Putting · 6 ft (2m) only

Focus Aim For 6 Foot Putts

Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 11.0

Weeks 3–5≤ 7 days

Short Game · Chip

Chip 5–15 Yds From Fringe

Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0

Weeks 5–7≤ 7 days

Short Game · Flop

Turn flops into par saves—score from the sand or rough

Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 26.0

Weeks 7–8≤ 7 days

Short Game · Chip

Chip Close: Leave Inside 3 Feet

Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 22.0

Weeks 9–10≤ 7 days

Short Game · Sand

Open up and let it fly: alignment for bunker shots

Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 22.0

Weeks 10–12≤ 6 days

Driving Range · Driver

Driver Fairway Accuracy For Beginners

Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0

Week 12≤ 3 days

Driving Range · Long irons (4,3,2)

Perfect your swing: mechanics for long iron success

Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0

Weeks 13–14≤ 7 days

Driving Range · Mid irons (7,6,5)

Vary your targets and hit within 3-5 yards

Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 13.0

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Driver Fairway Accuracy For Beginners

Stop missing fairways, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.

Driving Range~31 min35 HCP6 drills

Precision29%

Mechanics22%

Trajectory19%

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3-Wood Accuracy Advanced

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

Driving Range30-31 min0 HCP6 drills

Scoring29%

Precision21%

Distance Control12%

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Turn flops into par saves—score from the sand or rough

Save par clutch, for a 27-handicap player, ~20 minutes.

Short Game~26 min26 HCP7 drills

Scoring33%

Aim23%

Alignment21%

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Land 2 Feet From Hole

Escape successfully, for a 6-handicap player, ~10 minutes.

Short Game~26 min5 HCP9 drills

Distance Control21%

Precision19%

Dispersion16%

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

Dial in touch, for a 22-handicap player, ~20 minutes.

Short Game~26 min21 HCP8 drills

Scoring37%

Accuracy31%

Green Reading12%

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Open up and let it fly: alignment for bunker shots

Stop on a dime, for a 23-handicap player, ~20 minutes.

Short Game~26 min22 HCP7 drills

Distance Control30%

Alignment22%

Precision13%

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Vary your targets and hit within 3-5 yards

Control mid iron rollout, for a 13-handicap player, ~15 minutes.

Driving Range30-31 min13 HCP8 drills

Distance Control36%

Scoring23%

Trajectory16%

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Perfect your swing: mechanics for long iron success

Consistent long iron contact, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.

Driving Range~31 min35 HCP3 drills

Mechanics45%

Precision30%

Trajectory25%

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Prepare for Tournaments at Sarasota

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FAQ

Frequently Asked Questions about Sarasota

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

How difficult is Sarasota for mid-handicap golfers?

Sarasota presents a demanding test. This slope level makes it manageable compared to championship venues. The course rating of 70 reflects on scoring relative to par 27.

What tees should a 15 handicap play at Sarasota?

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 Sarasota?

With a course rating of 70 and par 27, a mid-handicap golfer would typically score in the mid to high 80s. Stronger players aiming to break 27 must manage approach shots and avoid penalty strokes.

How long is Sarasota 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 Sarasota 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 Sarasota 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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