54% match
For 40727, USGA, White, Men tees
Stop within 2 feet, for a 1-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Short Game~26 min0 HCP9 drills
Scoring48%
Distance Control28%
Visualization20%
Practice Programs
Complete Golf Practice Blueprint for The Glades Golf Club
Discover tailored practice programs for this course.
Total Programs
26
26 complete programs built for this course
Unique Drills
116
Total unique drills across all programs
Skill Pillars
12
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
AccuracyAimAlignmentDispersionDistance ControlGreen Reading+6 more
The Glades Golf Club Practice Profile
We've mapped a comprehensive practice profile for The Glades Golf Club, 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
Distance Control 25%Scoring 24%Precision 23%Trajectory 13%Aim 13%
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.
20.4
Average HCP
12.8
Minimum HCP
34.3
Maximum HCP
Top Drills
Featured Drills for The Glades Golf Club
Most-used drills from for this course. Practice as standalone drills or scroll down for full programs.
Putting15 min
One Handed, Ball Gate, 25 in a Row
Make 25 putts in a row, one-handed through the ball gate.
Short Game26 min
Bump-n-Run | Scattered Ball Lines | 9 Stop Zones
Scatter a bucket of balls next to the green (avg. bucket is 40 balls) into 8 equal lines of 5 balls and stop bump-n-run shots inside 9 Stop Zones. Count the number of successful stops.
Driving Range31 min
Wedges (LW to PW) | Impact and Follow Through
Work only on impact and follow through using wedges only. Hit one bucket of ~50 balls.
Driving Range31 min
Wedges (LW to PW) | Downswing
Work only on downswing using wedges only. Hit one bucket of ~50 balls.
Driving Range31 min
Wedges (LW to PW) | GIRs Simulation
Simulate X number of GIR (Green in Regulations) using wedges only. Hit one bucket of ~50 balls. Count total number of greens hit.
Driving Range31 min
Wedges (LW to PW) | Takeaway
Work only on takeaway using wedges only. Hit one bucket of ~50 balls.
Course Details
Everything you need to know about The Glades Golf Club.
Contact Information
📞
Phone
+44 (0)1250 872622
📠
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
Robina QLD 4226, Australia
Course Description
The Glades is a par 72, 6420 metre championship course that spans 65 hectares of land.The course layout was designed by champion golfer and Australian sporting icon and legend Greg Norman, and is typical of his trademark aggressive layouts.The Glades boasts superb agronomy that is unique to the area. In particular the greens consist of a new type of "Creeping bent grass" that offers a true putting surface and is the preference of professionals and amateurs alike.This grass will ensure a superior putting surface for the entire year.A feature on the course is the trademark Greg Norman bunkering - in total there are 98 bunkers over 18 holesIn his design, Greg not only had a vision to create a challenging golf course, but he also retained 9 hectares of wetland area to create a natural wildlife sanctuary within the course.
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Course Information
Holes
18
Par
72
Type
Parkland
Architect
Greg Norman
Opened
2000
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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 The Glades Golf Club, all within a single responsive scorecard.
Scorecard data available for 40727, USGA, White, Men
Men's Tees
Women's Tees
4
40727, USGA, Black, Men Tee
Gender: MalePar 726972 yards6375 metersCR 72.8Bogey 97.5Slope 133
Gender: Male
Front Nine · CR 36.3 · BR 48.5 · Slope 131
Back Nine · CR 36.5 · BR 49.0 · 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 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 3 | 5 | 5 | 4 | 4 | 36 | 4 | 5 | 5 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 36 | 72 |
| Handicap | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| Yardage | 357 | 436 | 191 | 359 | 187 | 511 | 572 | 425 | 431 | 3469 | 385 | 522 | 535 | 222 | 437 | 463 | 334 | 152 | 453 | 3503 | 6972 |
4
40727, USGA, White, Men Tee
Gender: MalePar 726391 yards5844 metersCR 70.1Bogey 92.8Slope 122
Gender: Male
Front Nine · CR 35.0 · BR 45.9 · Slope 117
Back Nine · CR 35.1 · BR 46.9 · Slope 127
| Hole | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | IN | 10 | 11 | 12 | 13 | 14 | 15 | 16 | 17 | 18 | OUT | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Par | 4 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 3 | 5 | 5 | 4 | 4 | 36 | 4 | 5 | 5 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 36 | 72 |
| Handicap | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| Yardage | 327 | 406 | 161 | 317 | 143 | 481 | 547 | 400 | 413 | 3195 | 357 | 495 | 484 | 179 | 413 | 386 | 301 | 149 | 432 | 3196 | 6391 |
4
40727, USGA, White, Women, 2014 Tee
Gender: FemalePar 756391 yards5844 metersCR 76.1Bogey 107.0Slope 131
Gender: Female
Front Nine · CR 38.0 · BR 53.3 · Slope 130
Back Nine · CR 38.1 · BR 53.7 · 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 | 3 | 5 | 5 | 4 | 5 | 38 | 4 | 5 | 5 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 5 | 37 | 75 |
| Handicap | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| Yardage | 327 | 406 | 161 | 317 | 143 | 481 | 547 | 400 | 413 | 3195 | 357 | 495 | 484 | 179 | 413 | 386 | 301 | 149 | 432 | 3196 | 6391 |
4
40727, USGA, Red, Women Tee
Gender: FemalePar 725508 yards5037 metersCR 71.0Bogey 100.4Slope 125
Gender: Female
Front Nine · CR 35.4 · BR 49.9 · Slope 123
Back Nine · CR 35.6 · BR 50.5 · Slope 126
| Hole | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | IN | 10 | 11 | 12 | 13 | 14 | 15 | 16 | 17 | 18 | OUT | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Par | 4 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 3 | 5 | 5 | 4 | 4 | 36 | 4 | 5 | 5 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 36 | 72 |
| Handicap | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| Yardage | 281 | 372 | 142 | 274 | 131 | 433 | 453 | 304 | 367 | 2757 | 324 | 455 | 430 | 126 | 340 | 355 | 236 | 116 | 369 | 2751 | 5508 |
Programs
Skill-Based Practice Programs for The Glades Golf Club
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 26 Programs
% match to course practice profile63% match
For 40727, USGA, White, Men tees
Convert every opportunity, for a 3-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Short Game~26 min3 HCP4 drills
Distance Control45%
Trajectory19%
Precision15%
60% match
For 40727, USGA, White, Men tees
Leave tap-ins, for a 8-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Driving Range30-43 min7 HCP8 drills
Distance Control34%
Scoring31%
Accuracy23%
63% match
For 40727, USGA, White, Men tees
Get close to pin, for a 26-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Driving Range31-43 min26 HCP9 drills
Precision33%
Scoring16%
Mechanics15%
12 Week Flagship Program for The Glades Golf Club
A complete and progressive long-term development curriculum mapped from easier to harder drills, specifically for The Glades Golf Club. 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.
Weeks 1–2≤ 5 days
Putting · 3 ft (1m) only
Line Every Short Putt Precisely
Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 11.0
Weeks 2–3≤ 5 days
Short Game · Bump'n'Run
Keep Ball Close To Hole
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Weeks 3–4≤ 4 days
Driving Range · Short irons (9,8)
Check your setup: avoid slices and hooks
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Weeks 4–5≤ 5 days
Putting · 3 ft (1m) only
Make Every Putt Count Accurately
Difficulty: Advanced · Program HCP 5.0
Weeks 5–7≤ 7 days
Short Game · Flop
Land Flop Shots Near Hole
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Weeks 7–8≤ 3 days
Driving Range · Short irons (9,8)
Control Short Iron Flight
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Weeks 8–9≤ 5 days
Putting · Long (20+ ft)
Sink Long Putts Precisely
Difficulty: Expert · Program HCP 4.0
Weeks 9–11≤ 6 days
Short Game · Pitch
Pitch 15–25 Yds From Fringe
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Weeks 11–12≤ 6 days
Driving Range · Wedges (LW,SW,GW,PW)
Control Wedge Roll
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
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69% match
For 40727, USGA, White, Men tees
Escape successfully, for a 6-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Short Game~26 min5 HCP8 drills
Distance Control21%
Precision20%
Aim19%
26% match
For 40727, USGA, Red, Women tees
Visualize long lines, for a 4-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Putting15-18 min4 HCP5 drills
Visualization41%
Distance Control36%
Dispersion16%
45% match
For 40727, USGA, Red, Women tees
Stick flops to green, for a 16-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min16 HCP8 drills
Accuracy28%
Alignment21%
Scoring18%
50% match
For 40727, USGA, Red, Women tees
Land 3-4 feet away, for a 16-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min16 HCP6 drills
Scoring45%
Distance Control33%
Visualization22%
63% match
For 40727, USGA, Red, Women tees
Avoid big numbers, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Short Game~26 min35 HCP8 drills
Distance Control20%
Alignment19%
Precision18%
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Get Started60% match
For 40727, USGA, Red, Women tees
Stop missed shots, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Driving Range~31 min35 HCP4 drills
Precision32%
Mechanics23%
Trajectory14%
63% match
For 40727, USGA, Red, Women tees
Control flight path, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Driving Range~31 min17 HCP3 drills
Scoring27%
Dispersion20%
Precision17%
43% match
For 40727, USGA, Red, Women tees
Hit close to flag, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Driving Range~31 min35 HCP3 drills
Precision30%
Mechanics30%
Trajectory18%
35% match
For 40727, USGA, Black, Men tees
Focus on the target line, for a 11-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Putting15-30 min11 HCP5 drills
Aim36%
Stroke17%
Scoring14%
55% match
For 40727, USGA, Black, Men tees
Prioritize short putts, for a 6-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Putting15-30 min5 HCP5 drills
Scoring33%
Aim23%
Precision17%
63% match
For 40727, USGA, Black, Men tees
Roll to tap-in range, for a 3-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Short Game~26 min3 HCP4 drills
Distance Control45%
Trajectory19%
Precision15%
67% match
For 40727, USGA, Black, Men tees
Pitch to the green, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Short Game~26 min35 HCP6 drills
Alignment24%
Scoring22%
Aim20%
67% match
For 40727, USGA, Black, Men tees
Focus on clean contact, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Short Game~26 min35 HCP5 drills
Distance Control31%
Scoring16%
Aim15%
37% match
For 40727, USGA, Black, Men tees
Consistent wedge contact, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Driving Range~31 min35 HCP3 drills
Mechanics45%
Precision28%
Trajectory27%
37% match
For 40727, USGA, Black, Men tees
Perfect short iron swing, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Driving Range~31 min35 HCP4 drills
Mechanics45%
Precision29%
Trajectory26%
82% match
For 40727, USGA, Black, Men tees
Draw or fade long irons, for a 26-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Driving Range~31 min26 HCP3 drills
Trajectory32%
Scoring23%
Precision22%
55% match
For 40727, USGA, White, Women, 2014 tees
Turn into birdies, for a 29-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Short Game23-26 min29 HCP6 drills
Scoring29%
Aim19%
Distance Control17%
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Get Started66% match
For 40727, USGA, White, Women, 2014 tees
Pinpoint accuracy, for a 25-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Short Game~26 min25 HCP7 drills
Precision23%
Scoring17%
Distance Control15%
57% match
For 40727, USGA, White, Women, 2014 tees
Vary landing spot soft, for a 17-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game25-26 min17 HCP6 drills
Distance Control30%
Alignment17%
Accuracy14%
58% match
For 40727, USGA, White, Women, 2014 tees
Achieve distance accuracy, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Driving Range30-31 min17 HCP4 drills
Precision31%
Dispersion29%
Scoring20%
63% match
For 40727, USGA, White, Women, 2014 tees
Control flight path, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Driving Range~31 min17 HCP3 drills
Scoring27%
Dispersion20%
Precision17%
62% match
For 40727, USGA, White, Women, 2014 tees
Stop missed shots, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Driving Range~31 min35 HCP6 drills
Precision26%
Mechanics23%
Trajectory18%
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Prepare for Tournaments at The Glades Golf Club
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 Glades Golf Club
Get answers to common questions about playing The Glades Golf Club and what to expect.
How difficult is The Glades Golf Club for mid-handicap golfers?
The Glades Golf Club presents a demanding test. The 133.0 slope indicates balanced but noticeable difficulty. The course rating of 72.8 reflects on scoring relative to par 72.
What tees should a 15 handicap play at The Glades Golf Club?
A 15 handicap golfer should consider tees closer to 6240 yards. The back tees extend to 6972.0 yards, which makes approach shots longer and scoring more challenging.
What is considered a good score at The Glades Golf Club?
With a course rating of 72.8 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 Glades Golf Club and how does yardage affect play?
Stretching to 6972.0 yards from the back tees, approach shot length becomes a consistent scoring factor.
What type of course is The Glades Golf Club 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 The Glades Golf Club strategically challenging?
The combination of a slope rating of 133.0 and yardage reaching 6972.0 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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