Practice Programs

Complete Golf Practice Blueprint for Sea Palms Resort & Conference Center

Discover tailored practice programs for this course.

St. Simons Island, Georgia, United States of America

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Total Programs

17 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 , 6 days , 7 days , 8 days , 9 days

AccuracyAimAlignmentDispersionDistance ControlGreen Reading+5 more

Front 9 & West Practice Profile

We've mapped a comprehensive practice profile for Front 9 & West, 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 33%Precision 20%Distance Control 16%Aim 15%Accuracy 14%

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

7.5

Minimum HCP

28.3

Maximum HCP

Top Drills

Featured Drills for Front 9 & West

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

Putting24 min

Around the Hole: 8 Ball Circle, 4/8

Make 4 out of 8 putts from [6 ft | 2 m], 5 times in total.

Short Game26 min

Bump-n-Run | Scattered Ball Lines | Bullseye 2x

Scatter a bucket of balls next to the green (avg. bucket is 40 balls) into 8 equal lines of 5 balls and stop bump-n-run shots inside Bullseye. Count the number of balls in the inner and outer Bullseye.

Driving Range31 min

Driver | 3 Landing Zones

Hit 15 balls to each landing zone using driver only. Hit one bucket of ~50 balls. Count total number of successful shots.

Short Game26 min

Bump-n-Run | Fairway | Uphill/Downhill

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.

Short Game26 min

Pitch | Deep Rough and Other | Above/Below Feet

Hit 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, one bucket with balls below feet level.

Short Game26 min

Pitch | Parallel Ball Lines | Quadrants

Align a bucket of balls (avg. bucket is 40 balls) into 2 parallel lines 20 balls per line and stop pitch shots inside quadrants. Count the number of successes.

Course Details

Everything you need to know about Front 9 & West.

Contact Information

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Phone

+44 (0)1250 872622

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Fax

+44 (0) 1250 872622

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southard@gate.net

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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

515 North Windward Drive

Course Description

Good things are happening at Sea Palms.Positioned against the Golden Isles' vast salt marshes, Sea Palms is a pristine island within an island' getaway. Since our conception in 1967, our core value has been to provide our guests and members alike with a retreat like no other, a place to stay, play, dine, gather, and connect.Stay. Each of our accommodations offers a unique setting for our guests. Relax in our secluded marsh front hotel, located on the north end of the island, or stay beachside on the south end, walking distance to all shops, bars, and restaurants. No matter which location you choose, you will have access to all of the resort amenities offered by Sea Palms.Play. The Sea Palms Golf Course is open to hotel guests, members, and the public. Our redesigned 18-hole championship course allows you to perfect your game under the live oaks and towering pine trees while enjoying sweeping vistas of the surrounding marshes and lagoons. Sea Palms Golf Professional staff offers private or group lessons available by appointment.Dine. Our on-site restaurant, Sago, has a full bar, indoor seating, a pup-friendly patio, and a chef-created new menu offering coastal-inspired favorites, southern infusions, all with an Italian twist. With a newly modernized dining room, our new menu, and an award-winning culinary team, we invite you to try all of the new and good things happening at Sago. dineatsago.comJoin. Being a part of the Sea Palms membership family allows you to make lifelong connections while enjoying a plethora of amenities, events, and activities. Whether you're a true SSI local or like to live the island life part-time, we have the perfect membership package to suit your personal needs. Our signature members enjoy access to our exclusive members-only practice facility, The Miracle. Practice your complete golf game on wide fairways, unusual topography, bunkers, and water features, all underneath the ancient Spanish moss-covered oaks.

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Course Information

Holes

Par

Type

Parkland

Architect

Tom Jackson

Opened

1974

Conditions

Fairway: Bermuda • Green: Bermuda

Google Reviews

Business Claimed

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Programs

Skill-Based Practice Programs for Front 9 & West

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 17 Programs

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Read Subtle Breaks

Read breaks and aim precisely, for a 2-handicap player, ~10 minutes.

Putting15-24 min1 HCP4 drills

Precision34%

Scoring33%

Aim20%

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Thread the needle: roll your Bump'n'Run to tap-in range

Roll to tap-in range, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.

Short Game~26 min17 HCP3 drills

Scoring42%

Accuracy35%

Precision8%

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Turn pitches into birdie looks—score from the fairway

Save par clutch, for a 22-handicap player, ~20 minutes.

Short Game~26 min21 HCP9 drills

Scoring35%

Aim19%

Distance Control11%

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Precision Short Irons

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

Driving Range30-31 min0 HCP7 drills

Scoring33%

Precision19%

Dispersion13%

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14 Week Flagship Program for Front 9 & West

A complete and progressive long-term development curriculum mapped from easier to harder drills, specifically for Front 9 & West. 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.

Week 1≤ 4 days

Putting · 6 ft (2m) only

Read Subtle Breaks

Difficulty: Expert · Program HCP 1.0

Weeks 2–4≤ 7 days

Short Game · Bump'n'Run

Bump'n'Run From 5–10 Yds

Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0

Weeks 4–6≤ 7 days

Short Game · Pitch

Pitch 15–25 Yds From Fringe

Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 34.0

Weeks 6–8≤ 7 days

Short Game · Bump'n'Run

Visualize your line, then make it happen on every shot

Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 29.0

Weeks 8–10≤ 7 days

Short Game · Bump'n'Run

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

Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 24.0

Weeks 10–11≤ 6 days

Short Game · Sand

How close can you get from a tough lie? Precision test

Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 22.0

Weeks 11–12≤ 3 days

Driving Range · Woods (Hy,5W,3W)

Perfect your swing: mechanics for woods success

Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0

Weeks 12–13≤ 6 days

Driving Range · Woods (Hy,5W,3W)

3-Wood Distance Accuracy

Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 17.0

Week 14≤ 3 days

Driving Range · Long irons (4,3,2)

Green hunter: hit every long iron to the putting surface

Difficulty: Expert · Program HCP 0.0

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3-Wood Distance Accuracy

Achieve distance accuracy, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.

Driving Range30-31 min17 HCP6 drills

Precision34%

Dispersion25%

Scoring15%

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

Roll to tap-in range, for a 24-handicap player, ~20 minutes.

Short Game~26 min24 HCP8 drills

Scoring34%

Accuracy33%

Aim10%

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Bump'n'Run From 5–10 Yds

Roll the ball low and straight, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.

Short Game~26 min35 HCP9 drills

Scoring29%

Distance Control19%

Accuracy15%

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Visualize your line, then make it happen on every shot

Visualize the line, for a 30-handicap player, ~20 minutes.

Short Game~26 min29 HCP7 drills

Aim33%

Distance Control21%

Scoring19%

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Pitch 15–25 Yds From Fringe

Keep par safe, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.

Short Game~26 min34 HCP9 drills

Aim29%

Scoring26%

Alignment26%

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How close can you get from a tough lie? Precision test

Pinpoint sand shots, for a 23-handicap player, ~20 minutes.

Short Game~26 min22 HCP6 drills

Precision33%

Distance Control21%

Aim17%

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Thread the gap: flop through a narrow landing zone

Precision from tough lie, for a 14-handicap player, ~15 minutes.

Short Game~26 min14 HCP6 drills

Precision29%

Aim19%

Trajectory15%

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Maximize Driver Distance

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

Driving Range30-31 min0 HCP6 drills

Scoring29%

Precision20%

Trajectory13%

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Precision Wedges

Advanced accuracy, for a 1-handicap player, ~10 minutes.

Driving Range30-43 min0 HCP9 drills

Scoring32%

Distance Control29%

Accuracy17%

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Maximize Driver Distance

Advanced fairway accuracy, for a 1-handicap player, ~10 minutes.

Driving Range30-31 min0 HCP3 drills

Scoring32%

Precision18%

Dispersion15%

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Precision Wedges

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

Driving Range31-43 min0 HCP7 drills

Scoring33%

Distance Control24%

Accuracy15%

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Green hunter: hit every long iron to the putting surface

Avoid bunkers with long irons, for a 1-handicap player, ~10 minutes.

Driving Range~31 min0 HCP3 drills

Dispersion25%

Distance Control23%

Accuracy23%

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Perfect your swing: mechanics for woods success

Match swing to shot, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.

Driving Range~31 min35 HCP3 drills

Mechanics45%

Trajectory28%

Precision27%

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Prepare for Tournaments at Front 9 & West

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

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FAQ

Frequently Asked Questions about Front 9 & West

Get answers to common questions about playing Front 9 & West and what to expect.

How difficult is Front 9 & West for mid-handicap golfers?

Front 9 & West 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 69.

What tees should a 15 handicap play at Front 9 & West?

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 Front 9 & West?

With a course rating of 70 and par 69, a mid-handicap golfer would typically score in the mid to high 80s. Stronger players aiming to break 69 must manage approach shots and avoid penalty strokes.

How long is Front 9 & West and how does yardage affect play?

At a full length of 6500 yards, it balances distance with positional strategy.

What type of course is Front 9 & West and how should I play it?

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.

What features make Front 9 & West 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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