Read breaks and aim precisely, for a 2-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Practice Programs
Complete Golf Practice Blueprint for Tecina Golf
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Total Programs
16
16 complete programs built for this course
Unique Drills
94
Total unique drills across all programs
Skill Pillars
11
Accuracy · Aim · Alignment · Dispersion · Distance Control · Green Reading
Session Durations
6
3 days , 4 days , 6 days , 7 days , 8 days , 9 days
Tecina Practice Profile
We've mapped a comprehensive practice profile for Tecina, 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 Tecina
Most-used drills from for this course. Practice as standalone drills or scroll down for full programs.
Single Tee, 15/25
Make 15 out of 25 putts
Sand | Parallel Piles | Multiple Targets
Up to 5 players compete to stop a sand shot closest to the multiple target(s). The player with the most points at the end wins the challenge. One bucket of balls per player is needed.
Long irons (4,3,2) | Backswing
Work only on backswing using long irons only. Hit one bucket of ~50 balls.
Sand | Parallel Piles | Multiple Targets
Align a bucket of balls (avg. bucket is 40 balls) in the sand into 10 equal parallel piles of 4 balls and stop sand shots close to multiple targets. Count the number of successes.
Sand | Scattered Ball Lines | 3 Landing Zones
Scatter a bucket of balls in the sand (avg. bucket is 40 balls) into 8 equal lines of 5 balls and hit-and-land sand shots inside landing zones. Count the number of successes.
Sand | Parallel Ball Lines | Multiple Targets
Align a bucket of balls in the sand (avg. bucket is 40 balls) into 2 parallel lines 20 balls per line and stop sand shots close to multiple targets. Count the number of successes.
Course Details
Everything you need to know about Tecina.
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Facilities
Location
Lomada de Tecina
Course Description
Situado en una de las mejores zonas climáticas de La Gomera, al sur de la isla y cerca de Playa Santiago, se encuentra un paraíso con unas vistas al mar inigualables. Desde lo alto de un acantilado el Hotel Jardín Tecina brinda un escenario de ensueño que estremecerá tus sentidos: la brisa del agua marina meciendo tu cabello, el sabor a sal acariciando tus labios, el melódico ronroneo de las olas de la costa de Playa Santiago.El Hotel Jardín Tecina destila vida, sus calles de color rojizo conducen como en un cuento a sus entresijos, a su corazón, un jardín botánico de 70.000 m2, un museo viviente adornado con más de cincuenta especies de plantas de todo el mundo. No te pierdas el amplio programa deportivo y eco-cultural: Tecina Golf, Yoga, Tenis, Eco-Finca Tecina, visita guiada a la platanera, TecinActiv, SPA Ahemon al aire libre y mucho más.
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Course Information
Holes
18
Par
71
Type
Parkland
Architect
Donald Steel/Martin Ebert/Tom MacKenzie
Opened
2003
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Programs
Skill-Based Practice Programs for Tecina
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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% match to course practice profileStick flops to green, for a 16-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Escape safely, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Control driver arc, for a 26-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
17 Week Flagship Program for Tecina
A complete and progressive long-term development curriculum mapped from easier to harder drills, specifically for Tecina. Start with the basics and work your way towards more challenging drills. Commit to 17 weeks of training and get in proper shape. Four days counts as a week.
Putting · 6 ft (2m) only
Make All 6 Ft Putts
Difficulty: Expert · Program HCP 1.0
Short Game · Flop
Flop 15–25 Yds From Sand Or Tight Lie
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Short Game · Flop
Flop 15–25 Yds From Sand Or Tight Lie
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Short Game · Sand
Land Bunker Shots Close To Pin
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 34.0
Short Game · Sand
Sand Shot 5–15 Yds
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 34.0
Driving Range · Long irons (4,3,2)
Check your setup: avoid hooks and slices
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Driving Range · Woods (Hy,5W,3W)
Stop Missing 3-Wood Fairways
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Driving Range · Long irons (4,3,2)
Shape the shot: draw or fade with long irons
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 29.0
Driving Range · Driver
Control the arc: launch it where you want it to go
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 26.0
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Get StartedMaximize control, for a 1-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Land 2-3 feet away, for a 14-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Avoid big numbers, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Land 3-4 feet away, for a 17-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Avoid big numbers, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Hit from sand, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Vary landing spot, for a 27-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Stay on fairways, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Land softly, for a 26-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Draw or fade long irons, for a 29-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Keep within 2 yards, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Perfect long iron swing, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
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Get StartedPrepare for Tournaments at Tecina
Follow a complete multi-week structured practice program ahead of the upcoming events and arrive prepared.
Fred. Olsen Alps de La Gomera 2026
7/2/2026
FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions about Tecina
Get answers to common questions about playing Tecina and what to expect.
How difficult is Tecina for mid-handicap golfers?
Players often find Tecina technically exacting. This slope level makes it manageable compared to championship venues. The course rating of 70 reflects on scoring relative to par 71.
What tees should a 15 handicap play at Tecina?
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 Tecina?
With a course rating of 70 and par 71, a mid-handicap golfer would typically score in the mid to high 80s. Stronger players aiming to break 71 must manage approach shots and avoid penalty strokes.
How long is Tecina 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 Tecina 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 Tecina 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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