Practice Programs

Complete Golf Practice Blueprint for The Jack Nicklaus Golf Course at Vidanta Puerto Penasco

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Total Programs

16 complete programs built for this course

Unique Drills

101

Total unique drills across all programs

Skill Pillars

Accuracy · Aim · Alignment · Dispersion · Distance Control · Green Reading

Session Durations

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

AccuracyAimAlignmentDispersionDistance ControlGreen Reading+6 more

Peninsula Practice Profile

We've mapped a comprehensive practice profile for Peninsula, 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 27%Distance Control 25%Precision 17%Accuracy 15%Aim 14%

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.

15.2

Average HCP

8.1

Minimum HCP

31.7

Maximum HCP

Top Drills

Featured Drills for Peninsula

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

Putting30 min

Around the Hole: 4 Ball Circle, 50 in a Row

Make 50 putts in a Row from [3 ft | 1 m].

Short Game26 min

Pitch | Perpendicular Piles | Bullseye 2x

Up to 5 players compete to stop a pitch shot in the bullseye. The best final score relative to PAR wins the challenge. One bucket of balls per player is needed.

Driving Range31 min

All Woods (Hy to Dr) | Club Swapping Challenge

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

Short Game26 min

Pitch| Parallel Piles | 9 Stop Zones

Align a bucket of balls (avg. bucket is 40 balls) into 10 equal parallel piles of 4 balls and stop pitch shots inside 9 Stop Zones. Count the number of successful stops.

Short Game26 min

Pitch| Scattered Piles | Bullseye 2x

Scatter a bucket of balls (avg. bucket is 40 balls) into 8 equal piles of 5 balls and stop pitch shots inside the Bullseye. Count the number of balls in the inner and outer Bullseye.

Short Game26 min

Pitch| Parallel Piles | Bullseye 2x

Align a bucket of balls (avg. bucket is 40 balls) into 10 equal parallel piles of 4 balls and stop pitch shots inside the Bullseye. Count the number of balls in the inner and outer Bullseye.

Course Details

Everything you need to know about Peninsula.

Contact Information

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Phone

+44 (0)1250 872622

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Fax

+44 (0) 1250 872622

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golfpuertopenasco@grupovidanta.com

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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

Km 24, Carr Penasco-Caborca A2

Course Description

Vidanta is a luxury resort company operating across Mexico, offering a network of premium destinations with resort hotels, dining, activities, golf, entertainment, shopping, and wellness experiences. The group features multiple properties across Nuevo Vallarta, Riviera Maya, East Cape, Los Cabos, Acapulco, Puerto Peñasco, Puerto Vallarta, and Mazatlán, each providing curated vacations and world-class amenities. Partnerships such as Cirque du Soleil JOYÀ enhance its entertainment offerings, while suites and branded estates like Grand Luxxe and The Estates exemplify its upscale lodging. Vidanta emphasizes high-end service, resort-centric experiences, and event and wedding planning across its destinations.

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Course Information

Holes

Par

Type

Parkland

Architect

Jack Nicklaus

Opened

2006

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Programs

Skill-Based Practice Programs for Peninsula

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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Perfect Every 3 Ft Putt

Perfect aim and stroke, for a 2-handicap player, ~10 minutes.

Putting15-30 min2 HCP6 drills

Scoring35%

Precision29%

Aim14%

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Focus Aim For Every 9 Foot Putt

Commit to the aim, for a 11-handicap player, ~15 minutes.

Putting15-18 min11 HCP5 drills

Aim38%

Scoring18%

Alignment14%

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How many can you leave inside 5 feet?

Pick landing spot, for a 13-handicap player, ~15 minutes.

Short Game~26 min12 HCP9 drills

Accuracy31%

Scoring20%

Distance Control14%

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How many can you leave inside 5 feet?

Leave inside 5 feet, for a 13-handicap player, ~15 minutes.

Short Game~26 min13 HCP8 drills

Scoring34%

Accuracy32%

Distance Control12%

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15 Week Flagship Program for Peninsula

A complete and progressive long-term development curriculum mapped from easier to harder drills, specifically for Peninsula. 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.

Week 1≤ 3 days

Putting · 3 ft (1m) only

Aim To Hit Center Every Time

Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 17.0

Weeks 1–3≤ 7 days

Short Game · Pitch

Land Close To Pin

Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 34.0

Weeks 4–6≤ 7 days

Driving Range · Woods (Hy,5W,3W)

Hit the fairway with the perfect arc

Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 26.0

Weeks 6–7≤ 5 days

Putting · 9 ft (3m) only

Focus Aim For Every 9 Foot Putt

Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 11.0

Weeks 7–9≤ 7 days

Short Game · Sand

Vary your landing spot and see how soft you can land it

Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 23.0

Weeks 9–10≤ 4 days

Driving Range · Long irons (4,3,2)

Hit the green with the perfect trajectory

Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 26.0

Weeks 10–12≤ 6 days

Putting · 3 ft (1m) only

Perfect Every 3 Ft Putt

Difficulty: Expert · Program HCP 2.0

Weeks 12–13≤ 6 days

Short Game · Pitch

Pitch 20–35 Yds From Fairway Or Rough

Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 16.0

Weeks 13–15≤ 6 days

Driving Range · Wedges (LW,SW,GW,PW)

Reduce Wedge Misses

Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 17.0

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Hit the fairway with the perfect arc

Perfect woods arc, for a 26-handicap player, ~20 minutes.

Driving Range~31 min26 HCP9 drills

Trajectory25%

Precision23%

Mechanics15%

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Land it near: consistent length on approaches

Hit within 3-5 yards, for a 12-handicap player, ~15 minutes.

Driving Range30-31 min11 HCP9 drills

Distance Control37%

Scoring20%

Dispersion12%

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Aim To Hit Center Every Time

Focus on alignment, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.

Putting18-30 min17 HCP3 drills

Aim32%

Stroke28%

Alignment23%

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Make Every Long Pitch Stop Near Hole

Pitch long distances, for a 3-handicap player, ~10 minutes.

Short Game~26 min3 HCP7 drills

Distance Control22%

Precision20%

Aim19%

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Pitch 20–35 Yds From Fairway Or Rough

Save par on approaches, for a 16-handicap player, ~15 minutes.

Short Game~26 min16 HCP6 drills

Distance Control28%

Accuracy23%

Alignment13%

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Land Close To Pin

Pitch to the green, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.

Short Game~26 min34 HCP9 drills

Distance Control20%

Precision18%

Aim18%

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Vary your landing spot and see how soft you can land it

Stop on a dime, for a 23-handicap player, ~20 minutes.

Short Game~26 min23 HCP9 drills

Distance Control36%

Precision14%

Alignment12%

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Hit the green with the perfect trajectory

Perfect long iron trajectory, for a 26-handicap player, ~20 minutes.

Driving Range~31 min26 HCP4 drills

Trajectory29%

Mechanics23%

Distance Control19%

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3-Wood Accuracy Advanced

Advanced accuracy, for a 1-handicap player, ~10 minutes.

Driving Range30-31 min0 HCP7 drills

Scoring29%

Precision18%

Distance Control13%

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Can you leave yourself a tap-in from 50-100 yards?

Leave tap-ins, for a 8-handicap player, ~10 minutes.

Driving Range30-43 min7 HCP8 drills

Distance Control34%

Scoring31%

Accuracy23%

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Tighten your game: keep mid irons within 6 yards

Eliminate off-target mid irons, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.

Driving Range30-31 min17 HCP7 drills

Dispersion36%

Precision23%

Distance Control16%

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Reduce Wedge Misses

Control distance, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.

Driving Range30-43 min17 HCP6 drills

Distance Control26%

Scoring26%

Trajectory17%

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Prepare for Tournaments at Peninsula

Follow a complete multi-week structured practice program ahead of the upcoming events and arrive prepared.

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FAQ

Frequently Asked Questions about Peninsula

Get answers to common questions about playing Peninsula and what to expect.

How difficult is Peninsula for mid-handicap golfers?

Peninsula is regarded as a strategically complex layout. With a slope of 120, it remains playable for a wide handicap range. The course rating of 70 reflects on scoring relative to par 71.

What tees should a 15 handicap play at Peninsula?

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 Peninsula?

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 Peninsula and how does yardage affect play?

Measuring 6500 yards at maximum length, scoring depends more on placement than raw power.

What type of course is Peninsula and how should I play it?

Peninsula is designed as a Parkland layout. 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 Peninsula 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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