Practice Programs

Complete Golf Practice Blueprint for Sea Trail Golf Resort & Convention Center

Discover tailored practice programs for this course.

Sunset Beach, North Carolina, United States of America

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Total Programs

16 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 , 9 days

AccuracyAimAlignmentDispersionDistance ControlGreen Reading+5 more

Maples Practice Profile

We've mapped a comprehensive practice profile for Maples, 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 31%Distance Control 20%Precision 18%Aim 15%Trajectory 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.

18.5

Average HCP

10.6

Minimum HCP

31.3

Maximum HCP

Top Drills

Featured Drills for Maples

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

Short Game26 min

Sand | Perpendicular Piles | 3 Landing Zones

Align a bucket of balls in the sand (avg. bucket is 40 balls) into 10 equal perpendicular piles of 4 balls and hit-and-land sand shots inside landing zones. Count the number of successes.

Driving Range31 min

Driver | Dispersion Corridors

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

Short Game26 min

Sand | Scattered Piles | Bullseye 2x

Up to 5 players compete to stop a sand shot in the bullseye. The best final score relative to PAR wins the challenge. One bucket of balls per player is needed.

Short Game26 min

Sand | Parallel Piles | Quadrants

Up to 5 players compete to stop a sand shot inside the quadrant(s). The player with the most points wins the challenge. One bucket of balls per player is needed.

Short Game26 min

Sand | Scattered Piles | 9 Stop Zones

Scatter a bucket of balls (avg. bucket is 40 balls) in the sand. Scatter into 8 equal piles of 5 balls and stop sand shots inside 9 Stop Zones. Count the number of successful stops.

Short Game23 min

Sand | Scattered Ball Lines | Quadrants

Scatter a bucket of balls in the sand (avg. bucket is 40 balls) into 8 equal lines of 5 balls and stop sand shots inside quadrants. Count the number of successes.

Course Details

Everything you need to know about Maples.

Contact Information

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Phone

+44 (0)1250 872622

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Fax

+44 (0) 1250 872622

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info@seatrail.com

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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

75A Clubhouse Road

Course Description

Sea Trail Resort is a coastal hospitality destination in Sunset Beach, North Carolina, featuring three championship golf courses and a range of on-site amenities. Guests can book tee times, host weddings and group gatherings, and enjoy dining options with Sunset Prime and other onsite venues. The resort emphasizes golf-focused getaways alongside beach vacations, events, and stay-and-play experiences on the intracoastal waterway. It serves golf enthusiasts and vacationers seeking a seaside retreat with premium golf and event services on the North Carolina coast.

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Course Information

Holes

Par

Type

Parkland

Architect

Dan Maples

Opened

1986

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Programs

Skill-Based Practice Programs for Maples

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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Turn bunker shots into par saves—score from the sand

Turn into par saves, for a 23-handicap player, ~20 minutes.

Short Game23-26 min23 HCP5 drills

Distance Control27%

Scoring26%

Dispersion14%

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Chip 15–30 Yds From Tight Or Rough Lies

Get up-and-down consistently, for a 3-handicap player, ~10 minutes.

Short Game~26 min2 HCP3 drills

Distance Control32%

Aim20%

Trajectory16%

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Control Driver Flight Path

Improve driver accuracy, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.

Driving Range~31 min17 HCP3 drills

Scoring27%

Dispersion20%

Precision17%

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Reduce Misses With Long Irons

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

Driving Range~31 min17 HCP3 drills

Distance Control25%

Trajectory22%

Scoring20%

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15 Week Flagship Program for Maples

A complete and progressive long-term development curriculum mapped from easier to harder drills, specifically for Maples. Start with the basics and work your way towards more challenging drills. Commit to 15 weeks of training and get in proper shape. Four days counts as a week.

Weeks 1–3≤ 7 days

Short Game · Bump'n'Run

Set a target and stick it: Bump'n'Run accuracy challenge

Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 29.0

Weeks 3–5≤ 7 days

Short Game · Flop

Set your sights high: aim for a soft landing

Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 24.0

Weeks 5–6≤ 5 days

Short Game · Sand

Turn bunker shots into par saves—score from the sand

Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 23.0

Weeks 6–8≤ 7 days

Short Game · Mixed

Up-and-down contest: how many can you save in a row?

Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 20.0

Weeks 8–10≤ 7 days

Short Game · Bump'n'Run

Bump'n'Run 10–20 Yds

Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 17.0

Weeks 10–12≤ 7 days

Driving Range · Long irons (4,3,2)

Control Long Iron Flight

Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0

Weeks 12–13≤ 6 days

Driving Range · Driver

Driver Fairway Accuracy For Beginners

Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0

Weeks 14–15≤ 5 days

Driving Range · Mid irons (7,6,5)

Improve Mid-Iron Accuracy

Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0

Week 15≤ 3 days

Driving Range · Driver

Control Driver Flight Path

Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 17.0

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Bump'n'Run 10–20 Yds

Land near the pin, for a 17-handicap player, ~15 minutes.

Short Game~26 min17 HCP9 drills

Scoring29%

Accuracy22%

Aim9%

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Visualize the perfect sand shot, then make it happen

Match plan to shot, for a 12-handicap player, ~15 minutes.

Short Game~26 min12 HCP5 drills

Scoring42%

Accuracy32%

Visualization26%

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Land 2–3 Feet From Pin

Land close to pin, for a 17-handicap player, ~15 minutes.

Short Game~26 min17 HCP7 drills

Scoring20%

Accuracy18%

Precision14%

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Set a target and stick it: Bump'n'Run accuracy challenge

Set a target, for a 29-handicap player, ~20 minutes.

Short Game~26 min29 HCP9 drills

Aim29%

Scoring22%

Alignment16%

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Set your sights high: aim for a soft landing

Fly over bunker, for a 25-handicap player, ~20 minutes.

Short Game~26 min24 HCP9 drills

Aim32%

Scoring15%

Precision13%

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Up-and-down contest: how many can you save in a row?

Up-and-down contest, for a 20-handicap player, ~20 minutes.

Short Game~26 min20 HCP7 drills

Scoring48%

Distance Control33%

Visualization19%

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Feel the yardage: control short iron distance

Control short iron distance, for a 9-handicap player, ~10 minutes.

Driving Range~31 min9 HCP4 drills

Distance Control31%

Scoring25%

Trajectory15%

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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%

Mechanics23%

Trajectory19%

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Improve Mid-Iron Accuracy

Improve accuracy, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.

Driving Range~31 min35 HCP5 drills

Precision30%

Mechanics27%

Trajectory15%

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Control Long Iron Flight

Control flight, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.

Driving Range~31 min35 HCP7 drills

Precision33%

Mechanics19%

Aim16%

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Beat your best drive streak—how many in a row?

Avoid trouble spots, for a 1-handicap player, ~10 minutes.

Driving Range30-31 min0 HCP4 drills

Scoring35%

Precision23%

Trajectory20%

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Maximize Mid-Irons In Regulation

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

Driving Range~31 min0 HCP7 drills

Scoring25%

Distance Control19%

Accuracy13%

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Prepare for Tournaments at Maples

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 Maples

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

How difficult is Maples for mid-handicap golfers?

Maples presents a demanding test. 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 Maples?

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 Maples?

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 Maples and how does yardage affect play?

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

What type of course is Maples 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 Maples 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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