Practice Programs

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Osage Beach, Missouri, United States of America
Open Flagship ProgramVisit Club Website

Total Programs

17

17 complete programs built for this course

Unique Drills

77

Total unique drills across all programs

Skill Pillars

12

Accuracy · Aim · Alignment · Dispersion · Distance Control · Green Reading

Session Durations

6

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

AccuracyAimAlignmentDispersionDistance ControlGreen Reading+6 more

Hidden Lakes Practice Profile

We've mapped a comprehensive practice profile for Hidden Lakes, 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 21%Distance Control 20%Aim 17%Dispersion 14%

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.

17.9
Average HCP
10.4
Minimum HCP
29.9
Maximum HCP

Top Drills

Featured Drills for Hidden Lakes

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

Diagram for Putting Aid: String Line, 50 in a Row
Putting18 min

Putting Aid: String Line, 50 in a Row

Make 50 putts in a row, underneath the hanging string line.

Diagram for Flop | Perpendicular Piles | Bullseye 2x
Short Game26 min

Flop | Perpendicular Piles | Bullseye 2x

Align a bucket of balls (avg. bucket is 40 balls) into 10 equal perpendicular piles of 4 balls and stop flop shots inside Bullseye. Count the number of balls in the inner and outer Bullseye.

Diagram for All irons (9 to 2) | Weaknesses Discovery
Driving Range31 min

All irons (9 to 2) | Weaknesses Discovery

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

Diagram for All irons (9 to 2) | Opportunities Discovery
Driving Range31 min

All irons (9 to 2) | Opportunities Discovery

Discover opportunities amongst irons undiscovered shots and clubs worth putting to action more often. Hit one bucket of ~50 balls.

Diagram for All irons (9 to 2) | Tendencies Discovery
Driving Range30 min

All irons (9 to 2) | Tendencies Discovery

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

Diagram for DIY Course  Medium
Short Game26 min

DIY Course Medium

Up to 5 players play medium-difficulty 9 hole ‘PAR 2’ DIY course. Best final score wins.

Course Details

Everything you need to know about Hidden Lakes.

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

ttainfo@tan-tar-a.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

494 Tan a Tar Drive

Course Description

Margaritaville Lake Resort, located directly on the Lake of the Ozarks, is the premier location in the Midwest for organizations hosting conventions, meetings, and special events.With the perfect mix of leisure activities, business facilities and a secluded lakeside setting, Margaritaville Lake Resort Lake of the Ozarks is the ideal location for your next meeting or corporate retreat. With a variety of different meeting spaces ranging from our grand ballroom to a 75-foot private yacht, you'll have no problem creating a memorable event for your attendees!The resort provides a comfortable and stimulating environment, allowing attendees the space to learn, socialize, and relax in a conference facility. With over 76,000 square feet of flexible indoor meeting space, the resort offers a total of 27 function rooms, ranging from small to large, for groups from 10 to 2,500 guests.Sixteen small to medium-sized meeting rooms totaling 14,000 square feet are located in close proximity to the Grand Ballroom, offering convenient breakout rooms near your general session. Breakout rooms can be creatively divided into a number of different configurations, and all of the resort's meeting rooms have individual sound, lighting and temperature controls.Windgate Hall, utilized frequently for exhibit shows, is located one floor below the Grand Ballroom. With 30,000 square feet, Windgate Hall is the largest exhibit area in central Missouri, accommodating up to 185 8'x10' booths.Group Sales Office Phone: 573-348-8550Group Sales Office Fax: 573-348-8560Group Sales Office Email: sales@mvresortlakeoftheozarks.com

lake of the ozarks • marina • golf course • indoor water park • watersports • marina and boat rentals • lakeside dining • weddings venues • spas and salons • bowling entertainment • island vibe • family-friendly resort • jolly mon indoor water park • landshark bar and grill • the oaks golf course • resort • meetings • conventions • event planning • business facilities • lakeside activities • conference center • hospitality

Course Information

Holes

27

Par

35

Type

Parkland

Architect

Bruce Devlin/Robert von Hagge

Opened

1969

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Programs

Skill-Based Practice Programs for Hidden Lakes

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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11 Week Flagship Program for Hidden Lakes

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

Week 13 days

Putting · 6 ft (2m) only

Hole Mid-Length Putts

Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 17.0

Weeks 1–23 days

Short Game · Pitch

Keep Par Safe

Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 34.0

Weeks 2–33 days

Driving Range · Woods (Hy,5W,3W)

Perfect your swing: mechanics for woods success

Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0

Weeks 3–45 days

Putting · 3 ft (1m) only

Line Every Short Putt Precisely

Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 11.0

Weeks 4–67 days

Short Game · Bump'n'Run

Visualize your line, then make it happen on every shot

Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 30.0

Weeks 6–76 days

Driving Range · Wedges (LW,SW,GW,PW)

Wedge Distance Control Inside 100 Yards

Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0

Weeks 7–84 days

Putting · 6 ft (2m) only

Read Subtle Breaks

Difficulty: Expert · Program HCP 1.0

Weeks 8–93 days

Short Game · Flop

Can you stop the ball close from a tight lie?

Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 23.0

Weeks 9–117 days

Driving Range · Mid irons (7,6,5)

Mid-Iron Trajectory Control

Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 17.0

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Read breaks and aim precisely, for a 2-handicap player, ~10 minutes.

Putting15-24 min1 HCP4 drills
Precision34%
Scoring33%
Aim20%

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Pitch to the green, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.

Short Game~26 min34 HCP3 drills
Aim33%
Scoring25%
Dispersion18%
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Prepare for Tournaments at Hidden Lakes

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 Hidden Lakes

Get answers to common questions about playing Hidden Lakes and what to expect.

How difficult is Hidden Lakes for mid-handicap golfers?

Players often find Hidden Lakes 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 35.

What tees should a 15 handicap play at Hidden Lakes?

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 Hidden Lakes?

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 Hidden Lakes 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 Hidden Lakes and how should I play it?

Hidden Lakes 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 Hidden Lakes 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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