Practice Programs

Complete Golf Practice Blueprint for Sunset Golf Course

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Longmont, Colorado, United States of America

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Total Programs

12 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 , 8 days , 9 days

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Sunset (Alternate Tees) Practice Profile

We've mapped a comprehensive practice profile for Sunset (Alternate Tees), 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%Distance Control 22%Accuracy 17%Precision 16%Trajectory 9%

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.

11.1

Average HCP

4.8

Minimum HCP

21.2

Maximum HCP

Top Drills

Featured Drills for Sunset (Alternate Tees)

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

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, and one bucket with balls below feet level.

Driving Range31 min

Wedges (LW to PW) | Birdie-Par-Bogey Radius

Use wedges only to land the ball inside the radius. Hit one bucket of ~50 balls. Keep the score relative to PAR.

Short Game26 min

Pitch | Rough | Uphill/Downhill

Hit 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.

Short Game26 min

Pitch | Fairway | Uphill/Downhill

Hit 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.

Driving Range31 min

Wedges (LW to PW) | Scattered Targets (Shorter)

Hit to different targets using wedges only. Hit one bucket of ~50 balls.

Driving Range31 min

Wedges (LW to PW) | 9 Targets

Hit 5 balls to each target using wedges only. Hit one bucket of ~50 balls. Count total number of successful shots.

Course Details

Everything you need to know about Sunset (Alternate Tees).

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

1900 Longs Peak Avenue

Course Description

Golf Longmont operates three municipal golf courses in Longmont, Colorado—Sunset, Twin Peaks, and Ute Creek—offering public access to full 18-hole layouts, tee times, events, and golf programs. The organization provides golf course details, lesson opportunities, league information, and an event calendar across its three courses, serving local residents and visitors in the Boulder County area. It emphasizes community-oriented golf with a focus on accessibility and local amenities, including course histories and a range of social and recreational offerings.

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Course Information

Holes

Par

Type

Parkland

Opened

1924

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Programs

Skill-Based Practice Programs for Sunset (Alternate Tees)

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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See your pitch landing and rolling out—then execute

See landing and roll, for a 14-handicap player, ~15 minutes.

Short Game~26 min13 HCP3 drills

Scoring45%

Accuracy31%

Visualization24%

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Pitch 20–35 Yds From Fairway Or Rough

Save par on approaches, for a 17-handicap player, ~15 minutes.

Short Game~26 min16 HCP3 drills

Distance Control28%

Accuracy23%

Alignment17%

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Maximize Wedge Greens In Regulation

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

Driving Range30-31 min0 HCP7 drills

Distance Control31%

Scoring31%

Accuracy19%

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3-Wood Accuracy Advanced

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

Driving Range30-31 min0 HCP6 drills

Scoring33%

Precision21%

Distance Control10%

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12 Week Flagship Program for Sunset (Alternate Tees)

A complete and progressive long-term development curriculum mapped from easier to harder drills, specifically for Sunset (Alternate Tees). Start with the basics and work your way towards more challenging drills. Commit to 12 weeks of training and get in proper shape. Four days counts as a week.

Weeks 1–3≤ 7 days

Short Game · Bump'n'Run

Save Par From Fringe

Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 17.0

Week 3≤ 3 days

Short Game · Pitch

Pitch 20–35 Yds From Fairway Or Rough

Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 16.0

Weeks 4–5≤ 5 days

Short Game · Pitch

Visualize the perfect pitch, then make it happen

Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 14.0

Week 5≤ 3 days

Short Game · Pitch

See your pitch landing and rolling out—then execute

Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 13.0

Week 6≤ 4 days

Short Game · Bump'n'Run

Bump'n'Run 15–25 Yds From Tight Lies

Difficulty: Expert · Program HCP 3.0

Weeks 7–8≤ 7 days

Short Game · Flop

Land Every Flop Shot Softly

Difficulty: Expert · Program HCP 3.0

Weeks 9–10≤ 6 days

Driving Range · Long irons (4,3,2)

Hit the green with the perfect trajectory

Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 28.0

Weeks 10–11≤ 4 days

Driving Range · Wedges (LW,SW,GW,PW)

Challenge: eliminate off-target wedge shots

Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 17.0

Weeks 11–12≤ 6 days

Driving Range · Wedges (LW,SW,GW,PW)

Wedge Distance Control

Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 17.0

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Land Every Flop Shot Softly

Stop 2 feet away, for a 3-handicap player, ~10 minutes.

Short Game~26 min3 HCP8 drills

Precision27%

Distance Control17%

Scoring14%

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Bump'n'Run 15–25 Yds From Tight Lies

Roll to tap-in range, for a 3-handicap player, ~10 minutes.

Short Game~26 min3 HCP4 drills

Distance Control45%

Trajectory19%

Precision15%

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Save Par From Fringe

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

Short Game~26 min17 HCP9 drills

Scoring31%

Accuracy19%

Aim14%

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Visualize the perfect pitch, then make it happen

See landing and roll, for a 14-handicap player, ~15 minutes.

Short Game~26 min14 HCP5 drills

Scoring44%

Accuracy32%

Visualization24%

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Challenge: eliminate off-target wedge shots

Keep within 2 yards, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.

Driving Range30-43 min17 HCP4 drills

Scoring34%

Dispersion33%

Precision17%

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Hit the green with the perfect trajectory

Perfect long iron trajectory, for a 28-handicap player, ~20 minutes.

Driving Range~31 min28 HCP6 drills

Trajectory31%

Precision21%

Scoring16%

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Wedge Distance Control

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

Driving Range30-43 min17 HCP6 drills

Scoring26%

Distance Control26%

Trajectory18%

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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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Prepare for Tournaments at Sunset (Alternate Tees)

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FAQ

Frequently Asked Questions about Sunset (Alternate Tees)

Get answers to common questions about playing Sunset (Alternate Tees) and what to expect.

How difficult is Sunset (Alternate Tees) for mid-handicap golfers?

From a scoring perspective, Sunset (Alternate Tees) challenges consistency. With a slope of 120, it remains playable for a wide handicap range. The course rating of 70 reflects on scoring relative to par 68.

What tees should a 15 handicap play at Sunset (Alternate Tees)?

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 Sunset (Alternate Tees)?

With a course rating of 70 and par 68, a mid-handicap golfer would typically score in the mid to high 80s. Stronger players aiming to break 68 must manage approach shots and avoid penalty strokes.

How long is Sunset (Alternate Tees) 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 Sunset (Alternate Tees) and how should I play it?

Sunset (Alternate Tees) 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 Sunset (Alternate Tees) 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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