Practice Programs

Complete Golf Practice Blueprint for Sun Valley Golf Club

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Sanya, Hainan, China

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Total Programs

14 complete programs built for this course

Unique Drills

Total unique drills across all programs

Skill Pillars

Accuracy · Aim · Alignment · Dispersion · Distance Control · Mechanics

Session Durations

3 days , 4 days , 5 days , 6 days , 7 days , 8 days , 9 days

AccuracyAimAlignmentDispersionDistance ControlMechanics+5 more

A Practice Profile

We've mapped a comprehensive practice profile for A, 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

Distance Control 25%Scoring 24%Aim 19%Precision 18%Dispersion 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.

20.5

Average HCP

12.1

Minimum HCP

31.8

Maximum HCP

Top Drills

Featured Drills for A

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

Putting18 min

Putting Aid: String Line, 10/20

Make 10 out of 20 putts, underneath the hanging string line.

Short Game26 min

Pitch | Parallel Piles | Multiple Targets

Align a bucket of balls (avg. bucket is 40 balls) into 10 equal parallel piles of 4 balls and stop pitch shots close to multiple targets. Count the number of successes.

Driving Range30 min

All Wedges (LW to PW) | Tendencies Discovery

Discover tendencies amongst wedges raise awareness, what is likely to happen in a given situation. Hit one bucket of ~50 balls.

Driving Range31 min

Wedges (LW to PW) | Alternate Targets Challenge

Complete the Alternate Targets Challenge using wedges only. Hit one bucket of ~50 balls.

Driving Range31 min

Wedges (LW to PW) | 3 Landing Zones

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

Driving Range43 min

All Wedges (LW to PW) | Weaknesses Discovery

Discover weaknesses amongst wedges shots and clubs to avoid in critical situations. Hit one bucket of ~50 balls.

Course Details

Everything you need to know about A.

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

Yalongwan Road

Course Information

Holes

Par

Type

Oceanfront

Architect

JMP Golf Design

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Programs

Skill-Based Practice Programs for A

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 9 Ft Putts

Hit putts with both left and right breaks, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.

Putting~18 min17 HCP3 drills

Aim38%

Alignment23%

Stroke22%

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Pick a landing spot and stick it—pitching challenge

Leave inside 5 feet, for a 19-handicap player, ~15 minutes.

Short Game~26 min18 HCP8 drills

Accuracy30%

Scoring21%

Distance Control16%

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Convert Every Up-And-Down

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

Short Game~26 min3 HCP4 drills

Distance Control45%

Trajectory19%

Precision15%

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Stop Missing Greens With Mid Irons

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

Driving Range~31 min35 HCP8 drills

Precision26%

Mechanics23%

Trajectory14%

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15 Week Flagship Program for A

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

Week 1≤ 3 days

Putting · 9 ft (3m) only

Control 9 Ft Putts

Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 17.0

Weeks 1–3≤ 7 days

Short Game · Sand

Get Out of Bunker Safely

Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0

Weeks 4–5≤ 7 days

Short Game · Flop

Hit Flop & Avoid Big Numbers

Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0

Weeks 6–8≤ 7 days

Short Game · Chip

Stop Ball on Dime

Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 29.0

Weeks 8–10≤ 7 days

Short Game · Pitch

Pick a landing spot and stick it—pitching challenge

Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 18.0

Weeks 10–11≤ 7 days

Driving Range · Long irons (4,3,2)

Control Long Iron Flight

Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0

Weeks 12–13≤ 7 days

Driving Range · Mid irons (7,6,5)

Stop Missing Greens With Mid Irons

Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0

Week 14≤ 3 days

Driving Range · Driver

Improve Driver Accuracy

Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 17.0

Weeks 14–15≤ 5 days

Driving Range · Wedges (LW,SW,GW,PW)

Improve Wedge Accuracy

Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 17.0

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Improve Driver Accuracy

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

Driving Range~31 min17 HCP3 drills

Scoring27%

Dispersion20%

Precision17%

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Hit Flop & Avoid Big Numbers

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

Short Game~26 min35 HCP8 drills

Alignment26%

Aim22%

Scoring20%

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Stop Ball on Dime

Vary landing spot, for a 29-handicap player, ~20 minutes.

Short Game~26 min29 HCP9 drills

Distance Control33%

Scoring21%

Alignment18%

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Land 2 Feet From Hole

Sand from deep bunkers, for a 6-handicap player, ~10 minutes.

Short Game~26 min6 HCP7 drills

Distance Control27%

Precision18%

Aim17%

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See your chip landing and rolling out—then execute

See landing and roll, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.

Short Game~26 min17 HCP4 drills

Scoring45%

Accuracy30%

Visualization25%

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Get Out of Bunker Safely

Land close to pin, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.

Short Game25-26 min35 HCP9 drills

Distance Control28%

Aim21%

Scoring14%

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Chip 15–30 Yds From Tight Or Rough Lies

Land within 2 feet, for a 2-handicap player, ~10 minutes.

Short Game~26 min1 HCP5 drills

Aim29%

Distance Control19%

Precision18%

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Control Long Iron Flight

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

Driving Range~31 min35 HCP7 drills

Precision33%

Mechanics19%

Aim16%

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Improve Wedge Accuracy

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

Driving Range30-43 min17 HCP5 drills

Scoring26%

Distance Control23%

Dispersion17%

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Reduce Wedge Misses

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

Driving Range30-43 min17 HCP6 drills

Scoring26%

Distance Control26%

Trajectory17%

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FAQ

Frequently Asked Questions about A

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

How difficult is A for mid-handicap golfers?

Players often find A technically exacting. This slope level makes it manageable compared to championship venues. The course rating of 70 reflects on scoring relative to par 35.

What tees should a 15 handicap play at A?

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 A?

With a course rating of 70 and par 35, a mid-handicap golfer would typically score in the mid to high 80s. Stronger players aiming to break 35 must manage approach shots and avoid penalty strokes.

How long is A 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 A and how should I play it?

The course follows a traditional Oceanfront 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 A 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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