Practice Programs

Complete Golf Practice Blueprint for The Founders Golf Club

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Sarasota, FL, United States

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Total Programs

13 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

4 days , 5 days , 6 days , 7 days , 8 days , 9 days

AccuracyAimAlignmentDispersionDistance ControlGreen Reading+5 more

The Founders Golf Club 2013 Practice Profile

We've mapped a comprehensive practice profile for The Founders Golf Club 2013, 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 29%Distance Control 26%Precision 19%Dispersion 12%Aim 12%

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.

13.9

Average HCP

7.8

Minimum HCP

26.8

Maximum HCP

Top Drills

Featured Drills for The Founders Golf Club 2013

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

Short Game26 min

Flop | Scattered Ball Lines | 9 Stop Zones

Scatter a bucket of balls (avg. bucket is 40 balls) into 8 equal lines of 5 balls and stop flop shots inside 9 Stop Zones. Count the number of successful stops.

Driving Range31 min

Mid irons (7,6,5) | 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 mid irons only. Hit one bucket of ~50 balls.

Driving Range31 min

Mid irons (7,6,5) | Quadrants

Hit 12 balls to each quadrant using mid irons only. Hit one bucket of ~50 balls. Count total number of successful shots.

Driving Range31 min

All irons (9 to 2) | Club Swapping Challenge

Complete the Club Swapping Challenge using irons only. Hit one bucket of ~50 balls.

Driving Range31 min

All irons (9 to 2) | Progressive Targets Challenge

Complete the Progressive Targets Challenge using irons only. Hit one bucket of ~50 balls.

Short Game26 min

Flop | Parallel Piles | Quadrants

Up to 5 players compete to stop a flop shot inside the quadrant(s). The player with the most points wins the challenge. One bucket of balls per player is needed.

Course Details

Everything you need to know about The Founders Golf Club 2013.

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

3800 Golf Hall Drive, Sarasota, FL 34240, USA

Course Description

With only 275 Golf Memberships, Members of The Founders Golf and Social Club enjoy the coveted privilege of year-round golf with no tee times required. Set within the lush, sculpted surroundings of this private gated community, the 18-hole, Robert Trent Jones, Jr. signature course honours the native Florida landscape, and engages the strategic thinking of golfers at all skill levels. Enhanced by the luxury of Sarasota's only traditional caddie program and a high-tech, indoor training facility, The Founders Club is a masterful blend of classic golf and contemporary approaches to the game. For golfers and non-golfers alike, The Founders Golf and Social Club offers superior amenities in a classically elegant clubhouse, Golf Hall, where a gracious ambiance is complemented by a full calendar of social, sport and wellness activities. Stroll into Golf Hall and you will be greeted with a warm smile by our thoughtful staff and concierge, your favorite drink or table will be waiting for you. This is your home away from home.

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Course Information

Holes

Par

Type

Parkland

Architect

Robert Trent Jones Jr.

Opened

2005

Google Reviews

Business Claimed

⭐4.1(47 reviews)

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Programs

Skill-Based Practice Programs for The Founders Golf Club 2013

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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Land Every Flop Shot Softly

Land softly, for a 3-handicap player, ~10 minutes.

Short Game~26 min3 HCP9 drills

Precision24%

Distance Control17%

Scoring16%

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Land Ball 2–3 Feet From Pin

Control the rollout distance, for a 17-handicap player, ~15 minutes.

Short Game~26 min17 HCP6 drills

Scoring21%

Accuracy18%

Precision15%

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Center of the green: reduce spread on irons

Center green hits, for a 12-handicap player, ~15 minutes.

Driving Range30-31 min11 HCP4 drills

Dispersion33%

Distance Control29%

Scoring17%

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Turn mid irons into birdies—score from the fairway

Save with mid irons, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.

Driving Range~31 min17 HCP5 drills

Distance Control31%

Scoring24%

Trajectory23%

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13 Week Flagship Program for The Founders Golf Club 2013

A complete and progressive long-term development curriculum mapped from easier to harder drills, specifically for The Founders Golf Club 2013. 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.

Weeks 1–2≤ 7 days

Short Game · Mixed

Make Par Around the Green

Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0

Weeks 2–4≤ 7 days

Short Game · Bump'n'Run

Pinpoint accuracy: leave yourself a tap-in from anywhere

Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 26.0

Weeks 4–6≤ 6 days

Short Game · Bump'n'Run

Land Ball 2–3 Feet From Pin

Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 17.0

Weeks 6–7≤ 4 days

Short Game · Flop

See your flop landing and rolling out—then execute

Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 15.0

Weeks 7–8≤ 4 days

Short Game · Sand

Save Par From Bunker Consistently

Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 14.0

Weeks 8–10≤ 7 days

Short Game · Flop

Land Every Flop Shot Softly

Difficulty: Expert · Program HCP 3.0

Weeks 10–11≤ 4 days

Driving Range · Mid irons (7,6,5)

Stop Missing Greens With Mid Irons

Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0

Weeks 11–12≤ 5 days

Driving Range · Mid irons (7,6,5)

Turn mid irons into birdies—score from the fairway

Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 17.0

Weeks 12–13≤ 4 days

Driving Range · Mid irons (7,6,5)

Center of the green: reduce spread on irons

Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 11.0

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Make Par Around the Green

Make par, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.

Short Game~26 min35 HCP7 drills

Scoring45%

Distance Control34%

Visualization22%

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Land Within 2 Feet

Land within 2 feet, for a 2-handicap player, ~10 minutes.

Short Game~26 min1 HCP5 drills

Aim29%

Distance Control19%

Precision18%

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See your flop landing and rolling out—then execute

Visualize perfect flop, for a 15-handicap player, ~15 minutes.

Short Game~26 min15 HCP4 drills

Scoring45%

Accuracy31%

Visualization25%

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Make Every Long Pitch Stop Near Hole

Stop pitches near hole, for a 3-handicap player, ~10 minutes.

Short Game~26 min2 HCP4 drills

Distance Control35%

Trajectory17%

Precision17%

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Save Par From Bunker Consistently

Sand from longer range, for a 14-handicap player, ~15 minutes.

Short Game~26 min14 HCP4 drills

Aim26%

Scoring23%

Distance Control16%

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Pinpoint accuracy: leave yourself a tap-in from anywhere

Thread the gap, for a 26-handicap player, ~20 minutes.

Short Game~26 min26 HCP8 drills

Precision24%

Distance Control23%

Scoring21%

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Stop Missing Greens With Mid Irons

Improve accuracy, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.

Driving Range~31 min35 HCP4 drills

Mechanics23%

Precision23%

Trajectory15%

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Mid-Iron Accuracy Advanced

Precision mid-irons, for a 1-handicap player, ~10 minutes.

Driving Range~31 min0 HCP8 drills

Scoring27%

Distance Control17%

Precision17%

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Maximize 3-Wood Control

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

Driving Range30-31 min0 HCP7 drills

Scoring29%

Precision18%

Distance Control13%

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Prepare for Tournaments at The Founders Golf Club 2013

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 The Founders Golf Club 2013

Get answers to common questions about playing The Founders Golf Club 2013 and what to expect.

How difficult is The Founders Golf Club 2013 for mid-handicap golfers?

From a scoring perspective, The Founders Golf Club 2013 challenges consistency. The 120 slope rating keeps it accessible for developing players. The course rating of 70 reflects on scoring relative to par 72.

What tees should a 15 handicap play at The Founders Golf Club 2013?

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 The Founders Golf Club 2013?

With a course rating of 70 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 The Founders Golf Club 2013 and how does yardage affect play?

At a full length of 6500 yards, it balances distance with positional strategy.

What type of course is The Founders Golf Club 2013 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 The Founders Golf Club 2013 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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