Read breaks and aim precisely, for a 2-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Practice Programs
Complete Golf Practice Blueprint for The Club at Pelican Preserve
Discover tailored practice programs for this course.
Total Programs
16
16 complete programs built for this course
Unique Drills
73
Total unique drills across all programs
Skill Pillars
10
Accuracy · Aim · Alignment · Dispersion · Distance Control · Green Reading
Session Durations
7
3 days , 4 days , 5 days , 6 days , 7 days , 8 days , 9 days
Ibis Practice Profile
We've mapped a comprehensive practice profile for Ibis, 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 Ibis
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
Chip | Scattered Ball Lines | Bullseye 2x
Scatter a bucket of balls (avg. bucket is 40 balls) into 8 equal lines of 5 balls and stop chip shots inside the Bullseye. Count the number of balls in the inner and outer Bullseye.
Short irons (9,8) | PAR 3 Challenge
Complete the PAR 3 Challenge using short irons only. Hit one bucket of ~50 balls.
Chip | Parallel Piles | Quadrants
Align a bucket of balls (avg. bucket is 40 balls) into 10 equal parallel piles of 4 balls and stop chip shots inside quadrants. Count the number of successes.
Chip | 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, one bucket with balls below feet level.
Chip | Parallel Piles | Bullseye 2x
Align a bucket of balls (avg. bucket is 40 balls) into 10 equal parallel piles of 4 balls and stop chip shots inside the Bullseye. Count the number of balls in the inner and outer Bullseye.
Course Details
Everything you need to know about Ibis.
Contact Information
Phone
+44 (0)1250 872622
Fax
+44 (0) 1250 872622
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Facilities
Location
9802 Pelican Preserve Boulevard
Course Description
Pelican Preserve Golf Club is a private Southwest Florida golf community in Fort Myers offering 27 holes of championship golf, along with indoor and outdoor dining, a fitness center, and private event spaces. The club emphasizes a lifestyle for members and their families, with social activities, membership opportunities, and a connection to real estate within the Pelican Preserve community. Owned and operated by Heritage Golf Group, it positions itself as a premier private club experience in the Fort Myers area.
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Course Information
Holes
27
Par
36
Type
Parkland
Architect
Chip Powell
Opened
2002
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Programs
Skill-Based Practice Programs for Ibis
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 16 Programs
% match to course practice profileRead the break accurately, for a 3-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
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Get StartedHit intended line, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Save par clutch, for a 26-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
13 Week Flagship Program for Ibis
A complete and progressive long-term development curriculum mapped from easier to harder drills, specifically for Ibis. Start with the basics and work your way towards more challenging drills. Commit to 13 weeks of training and get in proper shape. Four days counts as a week.
Putting · 3 ft (1m) only
Make Putts Inside 3 Feet Precisely
Difficulty: Expert · Program HCP 2.0
Putting · 6 ft (2m) only
Sink Every Mid Putt
Difficulty: Expert · Program HCP 1.0
Short Game · Chip
Chip 5–15 Yds From Fringe
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Short Game · Chip
Chip Through Gate for Aim
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Short Game · Chip
Up-and-Down Contest
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 26.0
Short Game · Chip
Pick Landing Spot
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 24.0
Driving Range · Long irons (4,3,2)
Challenge: eliminate wild misses on long approaches
Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 17.0
Driving Range · Mid irons (7,6,5)
Mid-Iron Distance Accuracy
Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 17.0
Driving Range · Long irons (4,3,2)
Reduce Misses With Long Irons
Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 17.0
Reduce misses, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Avoid bunkers with short irons, for a 1-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Flop from bunkers, for a 3-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Land near the pin, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Match plan to shot, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Chip close, for a 25-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Chip to the green, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Stick flops to green, for a 17-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Precision short irons, for a 1-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Advanced accuracy, for a 1-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
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Get personalized coaching and custom training programs tailored to your game.
Get StartedEliminate wild misses, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Improve accuracy, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Prepare for Tournaments at Ibis
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 Ibis
Get answers to common questions about playing Ibis and what to expect.
How difficult is Ibis for mid-handicap golfers?
Players often find Ibis technically exacting. The 120 slope rating keeps it accessible for developing players. The course rating of 70 reflects on scoring relative to par 36.
What tees should a 15 handicap play at Ibis?
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 Ibis?
With a course rating of 70 and par 36, a mid-handicap golfer would typically score in the mid to high 80s. Stronger players aiming to break 36 must manage approach shots and avoid penalty strokes.
How long is Ibis and how does yardage affect play?
At a full length of 6500 yards, it balances distance with positional strategy.
What type of course is Ibis and how should I play it?
Architecturally, it reflects a Parkland style. 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 Ibis 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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