Align putter head, for a 11-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Practice Programs
Complete Golf Practice Blueprint for Song Be Golf Resort
Discover tailored practice programs for this course.
Total Programs
15
15 complete programs built for this course
Unique Drills
64
Total unique drills across all programs
Skill Pillars
11
Accuracy · Aim · Alignment · Dispersion · Distance Control · Green Reading
Session Durations
7
3 days , 4 days , 5 days , 6 days , 7 days , 8 days , 9 days
Palm-Desert Practice Profile
We've mapped a comprehensive practice profile for Palm-Desert, 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 Palm-Desert
Most-used drills from for this course. Practice as standalone drills or scroll down for full programs.
Putting Aid: Alignment Mirror, 15/25
Make 15 out of 25 putts using an alignment mirror.
Flop | Parallel Ball Lines | 9 Stop Zones
Align a bucket of balls (avg. bucket is 40 balls) into 2 parallel lines 20 balls per line and stop flop shots inside 9 Stop Zones. Count the number of successful stops.
Long irons (4,3,2) | Visualized Course
Use imagination to hit any type of shot within self-set boundaries, using long irons only. Hit one bucket of ~50 balls.
Flop | Scattered Ball Lines | 9 Stop Zones
Scatter a bucket of balls (avg. bucket is 40 balls) into 8 equal lines of 5 balls and stop flop shots inside 9 Stop Zones. Count the number of successful stops.
Putting Aid: Chalk Line, 15/25
Make 15 out of 25 putts over the chalk starting line.
Putting Aid: Plane Board, Ball Gate, 15/25
Make 15 out of 25 putts through the ball gate, using plane board.
Course Details
Everything you need to know about Palm-Desert.
Contact Information
Phone
+44 (0)1250 872622
Fax
+44 (0) 1250 872622
info@songbegolf.com.vn
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Facilities
Location
77 Binh Duong Boulevard
Course Description
Song Be Golf Resort first opened its doors in 1994 and is Vietnam's first International Standard Championship Golf Course.Song Be now boasts 3-Nine holes course - Lotus Course, Palm Course & our most challenging Desert Course.Golfers marvel at the beauty of the natural landscape as they attempt to tame the challenges presented by the championship layout of the 27 holes. Each course has it own uniqueness & challenges - featuring numerous lakes, natural bush reserves and large undulating greens. The most fearful of all is Desert Course with longer & narrower fairways, an array of complex bunkers and abundance of sand that requires a high degree of accuracy & forward thinking from the golfers.
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Course Information
Holes
27
Par
72
Type
Parkland
Architect
Barry Hunphrey
Opened
1994
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Programs
Skill-Based Practice Programs for Palm-Desert
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 15 Programs
% match to course practice profileAlign putter head, for a 13-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Stop 2 feet away, for a 3-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
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Get StartedKeep par safe, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
11 Week Flagship Program for Palm-Desert
A complete and progressive long-term development curriculum mapped from easier to harder drills, specifically for Palm-Desert. Start with the basics and work your way towards more challenging drills. Commit to 11 weeks of training and get in proper shape. Four days counts as a week.
Putting · 6 ft (2m) only
Focus Aim For 6 Foot Putts
Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 12.0
Short Game · Pitch
Land Close To Pin
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 34.0
Driving Range · Mid irons (7,6,5)
Challenge: eliminate off-target mid iron shots
Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 17.0
Putting · 6 ft (2m) only
Hit Target Line On All Shots
Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 11.0
Short Game · Flop
Can you fly it over the bunker and stop it close?
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 26.0
Driving Range · Short irons (9,8)
Short Iron Distance Control
Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 17.0
Putting · 3 ft (1m) only
Make Putts Inside 3 Feet Precisely
Difficulty: Expert · Program HCP 2.0
Short Game · Bump'n'Run
Bump'n'Run 10–20 Yds
Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 17.0
Driving Range · Driver
Feel the power—reach your target zones consistently
Difficulty: Advanced · Program HCP 6.0
Maximize in regulation, for a 1-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Master driver length, for a 6-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Focus on ball roll and finish position, for a 1-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Read the break accurately, for a 2-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Land softly, for a 3-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Aim for soft landing, for a 27-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Visualize perfect sand, for a 12-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Control the rollout distance, for a 17-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Eliminate off-target mid irons, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Improve accuracy, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Advanced accuracy, for a 1-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
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Get StartedPrepare for Tournaments at Palm-Desert
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 Palm-Desert
Get answers to common questions about playing Palm-Desert and what to expect.
How difficult is Palm-Desert for mid-handicap golfers?
Players often find Palm-Desert technically exacting. With a slope of 120, it remains playable for a wide handicap range. The course rating of 70 reflects on scoring relative to par 72.
What tees should a 15 handicap play at Palm-Desert?
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 Palm-Desert?
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 Palm-Desert and how does yardage affect play?
Measuring 6500 yards at maximum length, scoring depends more on placement than raw power.
What type of course is Palm-Desert and how should I play it?
Palm-Desert is designed as a Parkland layout. 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 Palm-Desert 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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