Square feet to the line, for a 12-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Practice Programs
Complete Golf Practice Blueprint for Suntree Country Club
Discover tailored practice programs for this course.
Total Programs
45
45 complete programs built for this course
Unique Drills
185
Total unique drills across all programs
Skill Pillars
11
Accuracy · Aim · Alignment · Dispersion · Distance Control · Mechanics
Session Durations
7
3 days , 4 days , 5 days , 6 days , 7 days , 8 days , 9 days
Classic Practice Profile
We've mapped a comprehensive practice profile for Classic, 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 Classic
Most-used drills from for this course. Practice as standalone drills or scroll down for full programs.
Putting Aid: Chalk Line, 10/20
Make 10 out of 20 putts over the chalk starting line.
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.
Driver | Around the Stick
Curve the ball around the alignment stick using using driver only. Hit one bucket of ~50 balls.
Driver | L-R and R-L 9 Targets
Hit 5 balls to each randomly selected target while producing left-to-right and right-to-left shots, using driver only. Hit one bucket of ~50 balls.
Putting Aid: String Line, 10/20
Make 10 out of 20 putts, underneath the hanging string line.
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.
Course Details
Everything you need to know about Classic.
Contact Information
Phone
+44 (0)1250 872622
Fax
+44 (0) 1250 872622
brent.naylor@suntree.com
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Facilities
Location
1 Country Club Drive
Course Description
Suntree Country Club is a private country club based out of Melbourne Florida, located at 300 Country Club Dr - Melbourne, FL 32940
Course Information
Holes
36
Par
72
Type
Parkland
Architect
Robert Trent Jones Sr.
Opened
1973
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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 Classic, all within a single responsive scorecard.
Scorecard data available for BLACK
BLACK Tee
Gender: Male
Front Nine · CR 36.8 · BR 49.7 · Slope 139
Back Nine · CR 37.5 · BR 49.8 · Slope 132
| Hole | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | IN | 10 | 11 | 12 | 13 | 14 | 15 | 16 | 17 | 18 | OUT | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Par | 4 | 5 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 36 | 5 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 36 | 72 |
| Handicap | 7 | 1 | 17 | 11 | 5 | 13 | 15 | 9 | 3 | — | 10 | 14 | 8 | 6 | 16 | 2 | 18 | 12 | 4 | — | — |
| Yardage | 391 | 561 | 175 | 396 | 540 | 347 | 161 | 423 | 443 | 3437 | 524 | 361 | 438 | 416 | 202 | 408 | 205 | 404 | 580 | 3538 | 6975 |
BLACK/GOLD Tee
Gender: Male
Front Nine · CR 36.1 · BR 48.8 · Slope 137
Back Nine · CR 36.9 · BR 49.3 · Slope 133
| Hole | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | IN | 10 | 11 | 12 | 13 | 14 | 15 | 16 | 17 | 18 | OUT | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Par | 4 | 5 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 36 | 5 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 36 | 72 |
| Handicap | 7 | 1 | 17 | 11 | 5 | 13 | 15 | 9 | 3 | — | 10 | 14 | 8 | 6 | 16 | 2 | 18 | 12 | 4 | — | — |
| Yardage | 391 | 561 | 175 | 359 | 515 | 347 | 138 | 388 | 417 | 3291 | 524 | 361 | 407 | 416 | 202 | 378 | 192 | 404 | 568 | 3452 | 6743 |
GOLD/GREEN Tee
Gender: Male
Front Nine · CR 35.1 · BR 47.3 · Slope 131
Back Nine · CR 35.6 · BR 48.1 · Slope 135
| Hole | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | IN | 10 | 11 | 12 | 13 | 14 | 15 | 16 | 17 | 18 | OUT | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Par | 4 | 5 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 36 | 5 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 36 | 72 |
| Handicap | 7 | 1 | 17 | 11 | 5 | 13 | 15 | 9 | 3 | — | 10 | 14 | 8 | 6 | 16 | 2 | 18 | 12 | 4 | — | — |
| Yardage | 376 | 510 | 135 | 324 | 515 | 334 | 138 | 375 | 379 | 3086 | 517 | 348 | 349 | 404 | 177 | 336 | 165 | 370 | 522 | 3188 | 6274 |
Programs
Skill-Based Practice Programs for Classic
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 45 Programs
% match to course practice profileSave par clutch, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
See landing and roll, for a 14-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Control flight path, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
12 Week Flagship Program for Classic
A complete and progressive long-term development curriculum mapped from easier to harder drills, specifically for Classic. 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.
Putting · Long (20+ ft)
Control Distance
Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 17.0
Short Game · Chip
Avoid Three-Putts
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Driving Range · Driver
Driver Fairway Accuracy For Beginners
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Putting · 9 ft (3m) only
Align Stroke For Every 9 Foot Putt
Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 12.0
Short Game · Chip
Avoid Three-Putts
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Driving Range · Short irons (9,8)
Hit Short Irons Close To Flag
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Putting · 9 ft (3m) only
Reduce Missed Lines On All Shots
Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 12.0
Short Game · Pitch
Keep Par Safe
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Driving Range · Mid irons (7,6,5)
Mid-Iron Distance Control 150–180 Yards
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
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Get StartedReduce misses, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Up-and-down contest, for a 23-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Stop missing fairways, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Chip through gate, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Stick approaches, for a 17-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Hit intended line, for a 2-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Turn into birdies, for a 21-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Check setup, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Stick approaches, for a 16-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Vary landing spot, for a 4-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Land 2 feet away, for a 13-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Thread the needle, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
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Get StartedSave par clutch, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Up-and-down contest, for a 1-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Vary landing spot, for a 6-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Approach from hazards, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Feel the green, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Land 2 feet away, for a 4-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Land 3-4 feet away, for a 16-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Handle tight lies, for a 3-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Stop missing greens, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Advanced accuracy, for a 1-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Maximize in regulation, for a 1-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Make Every 20+ Ft Putt
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Get StartedAvoid Three-Putts
Avoid 3-putt, for a 17-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Chip through gate, for a 2-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Feel the green, for a 20-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Hit intended line, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Stick approaches, for a 17-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Vary landing spot, for a 4-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Feel the green, for a 21-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Square feet to the line, for a 12-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Commit to the aim, for a 11-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Convert every opportunity, for a 3-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Control the rollout distance, for a 17-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
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Get StartedShort game from tough lies, for a 1-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Hit fairways consistently, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Control flight, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Precision from 200 yards, for a 1-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Avoid Three-Putts
Prepare for Tournaments at Classic
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 Classic
Get answers to common questions about playing Classic and what to expect.
How difficult is Classic for mid-handicap golfers?
Players often find Classic technically exacting. The 136.0 slope indicates balanced but noticeable difficulty. The course rating of 74.3 reflects on scoring relative to par 72.
What tees should a 15 handicap play at Classic?
A 15 handicap golfer should consider tees closer to 6624 yards. The back tees extend to 6975.0 yards, which makes approach shots longer and scoring more challenging.
What is considered a good score at Classic?
With a course rating of 74.3 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 Classic and how does yardage affect play?
Stretching to 6975.0 yards from the back tees, approach shot length becomes a consistent scoring factor.
What type of course is Classic and how should I play it?
The course follows a traditional Parkland 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 Classic strategically challenging?
The combination of a slope rating of 136.0 and yardage reaching 6975.0 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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