Practice Programs

Complete Golf Practice Blueprint for Sun Peaks Golf Resort

Discover tailored practice programs for this course.

Total Programs

44

44 complete programs built for this course

Unique Drills

212

Total unique drills across all programs

Skill Pillars

12

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

AccuracyAimAlignmentDispersionDistance ControlGreen Reading+6 more

Sun Peaks Golf Resort Practice Profile

We've mapped a comprehensive practice profile for Sun Peaks Golf Resort, 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 26%Precision 23%Distance Control 21%Aim 16%Trajectory 12%

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.

19.4
Average HCP
11.5
Minimum HCP
31.5
Maximum HCP

Top Drills

Featured Drills for Sun Peaks Golf Resort

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

Diagram for Around the Hole: 8 Ball Circle, 4/8
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.

Diagram for Bump-n-Run | Rough | Uphill/Downhill
Short Game26 min

Bump-n-Run | Rough | Uphill/Downhill

Hit bump-n-run two buckets of balls (avg. bucket is 40 balls) from the sloped rough grass; one bucket from the uphill slope and one bucket from the downhill slope.

Diagram for Driver | Around the Stick
Driving Range31 min

Driver | Around the Stick

Curve the ball around the alignment stick using using driver only. Hit one bucket of ~50 balls.

Diagram for Mid irons (7,6,5) | Downswing
Driving Range31 min

Mid irons (7,6,5) | Downswing

Work only on downswing using mid irons only. Hit one bucket of ~50 balls.

Diagram for Mid irons (7,6,5) | Backswing
Driving Range31 min

Mid irons (7,6,5) | Backswing

Work only on backswing using mid irons only. Hit one bucket of ~50 balls.

Diagram for Mid irons (7,6,5) | Takeaway
Driving Range31 min

Mid irons (7,6,5) | Takeaway

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

Course Details

Everything you need to know about Sun Peaks Golf Resort.

Contact Information

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Phone

+44 (0)1250 872622

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Fax

+44 (0) 1250 872622

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Email

gm@sunpeaksresort.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

3220 Village Way, Sun Peaks, BC V0E 5N0, Canada

Course Description

Sun Peaks Resort is a four-season mountain resort located in British Columbia, Canada, about 56 km northeast of Kamloops. It is the second-largest ski resort in Canada, featuring 4,270 acres of skiable terrain across three main mountains: Tod Mountain, Sundance Mountain, and Mt. Morrisey. The resort offers a variety of recreational activities for all skill levels, making it a popular destination year-round.In winter, Sun Peaks boasts 137 trails and 17 gladed areas, with a vertical drop of 882 m. It features 13 lifts, including detachable quads, and is known for its well-groomed slopes. Other winter activities include snowshoeing, cross-country skiing, and tubing. During the summer, visitors can enjoy mountain biking, an 18-hole golf course, and family-friendly programs. The resort also provides on-site accommodations, dining options, and hosts various events throughout the year, all within a pedestrian-friendly village layout.

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Course Information

Holes

18

Par

72

Type

Parkland

Architect

Graham Cooke

Opened

1996

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4.7(3194 reviews)
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Scorecard

Course Scorecard & Tee Insights

Toggle the colour-coded tees to reveal hole-by-hole pars, handicaps, yardages, and gender-specific ratings for Sun Peaks Golf Resort, all within a single responsive scorecard.

Scorecard data available for BLUE

B

BLACK Tee

Gender: MalePar 726321 yards5780 metersCR 71.2Bogey 96.0Slope 134

Gender: Male

Front Nine · CR 34.9 · BR 46.6 · Slope 126

Back Nine · CR 36.3 · BR 49.4 · Slope 141

Hole123456789IN101112131415161718OUTTotal
Par445435344365444344353672
Handicap591517131731112841014216618
Yardage349360472342145498122361288293756639943040518539236416348033846321

Programs

Skill-Based Practice Programs for Sun Peaks Golf Resort

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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61% match
For BLUE tees

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

Driving Range~31 min35 HCP6 drills
Precision26%
Mechanics22%
Trajectory18%
62% match
For BLUE tees

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

Driving Range30-43 min0 HCP7 drills
Scoring33%
Distance Control24%
Accuracy15%

14 Week Flagship Program for Sun Peaks Golf Resort

A complete and progressive long-term development curriculum mapped from easier to harder drills, specifically for Sun Peaks Golf Resort. 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 13 days

Putting · 6 ft (2m) only

Control Every 6 Ft Putt

Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 17.0

Weeks 1–37 days

Short Game · Bump'n'Run

Keep Ball Close To Hole

Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0

Weeks 3–46 days

Driving Range · Driver

Control Driver Ball Flight

Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0

Weeks 5–65 days

Putting · 9 ft (3m) only

Reduce Missed Putts Consistently

Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 11.0

Weeks 6–87 days

Short Game · Sand

Sand Shot 5–15 Yds

Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0

Weeks 8–107 days

Driving Range · Short irons (9,8)

Control Short Iron Flight

Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0

Weeks 10–114 days

Putting · 6 ft (2m) only

Sink Every Mid Putt

Difficulty: Expert · Program HCP 1.0

Weeks 11–137 days

Short Game · Chip

Match Clubface to Target

Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 32.0

Weeks 13–146 days

Driving Range · Wedges (LW,SW,GW,PW)

Control Wedge Roll

Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0

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66% match
For RED tees

Finish putts in one motion, for a 2-handicap player, ~10 minutes.

Putting15-24 min1 HCP4 drills
Precision34%
Scoring33%
Aim20%
29% match
For RED tees

Practice uphill and downhill putts, for a 1-handicap player, ~10 minutes.

Putting~18 min0 HCP6 drills
Visualization31%
Distance Control31%
Dispersion22%
72% match
For RED tees

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

Short Game~26 min35 HCP7 drills
Scoring29%
Aim17%
Alignment17%
74% match
For RED tees

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

Driving Range~31 min0 HCP7 drills
Scoring25%
Distance Control19%
Accuracy13%
58% match
For RED tees

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

Driving Range~31 min35 HCP9 drills
Precision28%
Mechanics20%
Trajectory16%

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72% match
For WHITE tees

Precision 3-wood shots, for a 1-handicap player, ~10 minutes.

Driving Range30-31 min0 HCP4 drills
Scoring27%
Distance Control22%
Accuracy16%
55% match
For WHITE tees

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

Driving Range~31 min35 HCP8 drills
Precision32%
Mechanics23%
Trajectory17%
48% match
For WHITE tees

Land 3-4 feet away, for a 17-handicap player, ~15 minutes.

Short Game~26 min16 HCP6 drills
Scoring45%
Distance Control32%
Visualization23%
80% match
For WHITE tees

Land 2-3 feet away, for a 14-handicap player, ~15 minutes.

Short Game~26 min14 HCP8 drills
Distance Control23%
Aim18%
Precision18%

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24% match
For RED tees

Hit short putts until smooth, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.

Putting~18 min17 HCP3 drills
Aim38%
Alignment23%
Stroke22%
35% match
For RED tees

Picture the roll, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.

Short Game~26 min17 HCP6 drills
Scoring38%
Accuracy24%
Visualization23%
69% match
For RED tees

Precision from tough lie, for a 26-handicap player, ~20 minutes.

Short Game~26 min25 HCP6 drills
Precision36%
Distance Control20%
Aim14%
61% match
For RED tees

Control distance 150-180, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.

Driving Range~31 min35 HCP8 drills
Precision28%
Mechanics17%
Trajectory15%
76% match
For BLACK tees

Pinpoint chips, for a 7-handicap player, ~10 minutes.

Short Game~26 min7 HCP3 drills
Precision34%
Distance Control25%
Aim15%
52% match
For BLACK tees

Hit fairways consistently, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.

Driving Range~31 min35 HCP6 drills
Precision29%
Mechanics22%
Trajectory19%

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60% match
For BLACK tees

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

Driving Range30-43 min0 HCP9 drills
Scoring32%
Distance Control29%
Accuracy17%
58% match
For BLUE tees

Handle tight lies, for a 3-handicap player, ~10 minutes.

Short Game~26 min3 HCP4 drills
Distance Control45%
Trajectory19%
Precision15%
65% match
For BLUE tees

Escape safely, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.

Short Game25-26 min35 HCP9 drills
Distance Control28%
Alignment15%
Scoring15%
72% match
For BLUE tees

Improve 3-wood accuracy, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.

Driving Range30-31 min17 HCP4 drills
Precision31%
Distance Control18%
Dispersion18%
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Prepare for Tournaments at Sun Peaks Golf Resort

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 Sun Peaks Golf Resort

Get answers to common questions about playing Sun Peaks Golf Resort and what to expect.

How difficult is Sun Peaks Golf Resort for mid-handicap golfers?

Players often find Sun Peaks Golf Resort technically exacting. A slope rating of 134.0 suggests a moderately demanding round. The course rating of 71.2 reflects on scoring relative to par 72.

What tees should a 15 handicap play at Sun Peaks Golf Resort?

A 15 handicap golfer should consider tees closer to 5600 yards. The back tees extend to 6321.0 yards, which makes approach shots longer and scoring more challenging.

What is considered a good score at Sun Peaks Golf Resort?

With a course rating of 71.2 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 Sun Peaks Golf Resort and how does yardage affect play?

Measuring 6321.0 yards at maximum length, scoring depends more on placement than raw power.

What type of course is Sun Peaks Golf Resort and how should I play it?

Sun Peaks Golf Resort 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 Sun Peaks Golf Resort strategically challenging?

The combination of a slope rating of 134.0 and yardage reaching 6321.0 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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