Repeat putts until consistent, for a 3-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Practice Programs
Complete Golf Practice Blueprint for The Imperial Lake View Hotel & Golf Club
Discover tailored practice programs for this course.
Total Programs
14
14 complete programs built for this course
Unique Drills
85
Total unique drills across all programs
Skill Pillars
12
Accuracy · Aim · Alignment · Dispersion · Distance Control · Green Reading
Session Durations
5
5 days , 6 days , 7 days , 8 days , 9 days
Desert/Link Practice Profile
We've mapped a comprehensive practice profile for Desert/Link, 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 Desert/Link
Most-used drills from for this course. Practice as standalone drills or scroll down for full programs.
Putting Aid: Alignment Mirror, 10/20
Make 10 out of 20 putts using an alignment mirror.
Bump-n-Run | Parallel Ball Lines | Quadrants
Align a bucket of balls next to the green (avg. bucket is 40 balls) into 2 parallel lines 20 balls per line and stop bump-n-run shots inside quadrants. Count the number of successes.
Long irons (4,3,2) | 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 long irons only. Hit one bucket of ~50 balls.
One Handed, Ball Gate, 5 in a Row
Make 5 putts in a row, one-handed through the ball gate.
Around the Hole: 8 Ball Circle, 3/8
Make 3 out of 8 putts from [9 ft | 3 m], 5 times in total.
Putting Aid: Alignment Sticks, Ball Gate, 10/20
Make 10 out of 20 putts from in between two alignment sticks and through the ball gate.
Course Details
Everything you need to know about Desert/Link.
Contact Information
Phone
+44 (0)1250 872622
Fax
+44 (0) 1250 872622
booking@imperialhotels.com
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Facilities
Location
80 Moo 4 Pranburi - Hubkrapong Road
Course Description
TCC Hotels Management is a member of TCC Group, one of Thailand prominent conglomerates.The core business of TCC Hotels Management is the management of The Imperial Hotels & Resorts, a dignified foremost Thai-Owned establishment of hospitality industry in Thailand, offering a variety collection of 11 luxurious properties and resorts under "The Imperial Brand" across Thailand's major tourist destinations with the ultimate world-class standards of service and facilities, combined with the group's traditional reputation for genuine Thai hospitality.The Imperial Hotels & Resorts also takes pride as a management of other prestigious affiliated hotel properties throughout Thailand under Eurasia brand and Imm brand.The Imperial reputation of Thai hospitality is the best to offer the utmost comfortable, pleasurable moment which absolutely creates a day to remember.As one of the leading property developers in Thailand , we determine to deliver and the best services and products for both Thais and international communities.
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Course Information
Holes
36
Par
72
Type
Tropical
Architect
Ronald Fream
Opened
1993
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Programs
Skill-Based Practice Programs for Desert/Link
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 14 Programs
% match to course practice profileChoose a clear target, for a 11-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Feel the green, for a 24-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Leave inside 5 feet, for a 15-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
15 Week Flagship Program for Desert/Link
A complete and progressive long-term development curriculum mapped from easier to harder drills, specifically for Desert/Link. Start with the basics and work your way towards more challenging drills. Commit to 15 weeks of training and get in proper shape. Four days counts as a week.
Putting · 9 ft (3m) only
Focus Aim For Every 9 Foot Putt
Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 11.0
Short Game · Bump'n'Run
Feel the green—leave every Bump'n'Run inside the safe zone
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 24.0
Driving Range · Short irons (9,8)
Control Short Iron Flight
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Putting · 9 ft (3m) only
Focus On Green Reading
Difficulty: Expert · Program HCP 2.0
Short Game · Mixed
Can you match your plan to your shot?
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 22.0
Driving Range · Mid irons (7,6,5)
Improve Mid-Iron Accuracy
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Putting · 9 ft (3m) only
Make Every Mid-Distance Putt
Difficulty: Expert · Program HCP 2.0
Short Game · Chip
Chip 10–25 Yds From Rough
Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 17.0
Driving Range · Long irons (4,3,2)
Center of the green: reduce spread on irons
Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 17.0
Consistent long iron rollout, for a 7-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Control distance 150-180, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Practice line and speed, for a 3-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Pitch from fairway, for a 17-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Stick chips near hole, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
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Get StartedSee landing and roll, for a 22-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Control the rollout distance, for a 17-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Hit close to flag, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Eliminate wild misses, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Maximize in regulation, for a 1-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Prepare for Tournaments at Desert/Link
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 Desert/Link
Get answers to common questions about playing Desert/Link and what to expect.
How difficult is Desert/Link for mid-handicap golfers?
Desert/Link is regarded as a strategically complex layout. This slope level makes it manageable compared to championship venues. The course rating of 70 reflects on scoring relative to par 72.
What tees should a 15 handicap play at Desert/Link?
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 Desert/Link?
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 Desert/Link 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 Desert/Link and how should I play it?
The course follows a traditional Tropical 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 Desert/Link 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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