Practice Programs

Complete Golf Practice Blueprint for The Lights At Indio Golf Course

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Indio, CA, 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 · Mechanics

Session Durations

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

AccuracyAimAlignmentDispersionDistance ControlMechanics+4 more

Short Course Practice Profile

We've mapped a comprehensive practice profile for Short Course, 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 31%Distance Control 22%Precision 18%Accuracy 14%Trajectory 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.

13.5

Average HCP

Minimum HCP

22.2

Maximum HCP

Top Drills

Featured Drills for Short Course

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

Short Game26 min

Pitch | Scattered Ball Lines | Bullseye 2x

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

Driving Range31 min

Wedges (LW to PW) | Birdie-Par-Bogey Radius

Use wedges only to land the ball inside the radius. Hit one bucket of ~50 balls. Keep the score relative to PAR.

Short Game26 min

Pitch | Fairway | Above/Below Feet

Up to 5 players hit two buckets of balls (avg. bucket is 40 balls) from the sloped fairway; one bucket with balls above feet level, and one bucket with balls below feet level.

Short Game26 min

Pitch | Parallel Piles | 3 Landing Zones

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

Short Game26 min

Pitch | Perpendicular Piles | Quadrants

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

Short Game26 min

Pitch | Parallel 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.

Course Details

Everything you need to know about Short Course.

Contact Information

📞

Phone

+44 (0)1250 872622

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Fax

+44 (0) 1250 872622

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davidr@landmarkgolf.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

83040 Ave 42, Indio, CA 92203, USA

Course Description

Indio Municipal Golf Course, also known as The Lights at Indio Golf Course, is a night-lighted golf facility in the Coachella Valley offering a full-length driving range, short game practice area, and a well-stocked golf shop. The course hosts regular events, leagues, and footgolf, with convenient online booking and an on-site snack bar. Located in Indio, California, it highlights evening play under lights and scenic mountain views alongside traditional 18-hole play and specialty amenities.

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Course Information

Holes

Par

Type

Parkland

Architect

Lawrence Hughes

Opened

1965

Google Reviews

Business Claimed

⭐4.2(5 reviews)

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Programs

Skill-Based Practice Programs for Short Course

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 3–4 Feet From Hole

Pitch from fairway, for a 17-handicap player, ~15 minutes.

Short Game~26 min17 HCP9 drills

Accuracy24%

Distance Control22%

Aim12%

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How many can you leave inside 5 feet?

Leave inside 5 feet, for a 16-handicap player, ~15 minutes.

Short Game~26 min15 HCP5 drills

Accuracy32%

Scoring26%

Distance Control15%

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Center of the green: reduce spread on wedges

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

Driving Range30-43 min17 HCP4 drills

Scoring34%

Dispersion33%

Precision17%

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Reduce Misses With Short Irons

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

Driving Range~31 min17 HCP3 drills

Distance Control27%

Scoring20%

Trajectory20%

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12 Week Flagship Program for Short Course

A complete and progressive long-term development curriculum mapped from easier to harder drills, specifically for Short Course. 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 1–3≤ 7 days

Short Game · Pitch

Land 3–4 Feet From Hole

Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 17.0

Weeks 3–4≤ 6 days

Short Game · Flop

Flop 20–30 Yds Over Hazard

Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 16.0

Weeks 4–5≤ 5 days

Short Game · Mixed

Land 3–4 Feet From Pin

Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 16.0

Weeks 6–7≤ 5 days

Short Game · Pitch

How many can you leave inside 5 feet?

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 8–9≤ 7 days

Driving Range · Short irons (9,8)

Stop Missing Greens With Short Irons

Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0

Week 10≤ 4 days

Driving Range · Wedges (LW,SW,GW,PW)

Center of the green: reduce spread on wedges

Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 17.0

Week 11≤ 4 days

Driving Range · Wedges (LW,SW,GW,PW)

Improve Wedge Accuracy

Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 17.0

Week 12≤ 3 days

Driving Range · Short irons (9,8)

Reduce Misses With Short Irons

Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 17.0

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Land 3–4 Feet From Pin

Approach from hazards, for a 17-handicap player, ~15 minutes.

Short Game~26 min16 HCP5 drills

Scoring45%

Distance Control31%

Visualization24%

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Save Par From Bunker Consistently

Land 2-3 feet away, for a 14-handicap player, ~15 minutes.

Short Game~26 min14 HCP4 drills

Accuracy19%

Aim18%

Scoring17%

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Flop 20–30 Yds Over Hazard

Land 3-4 feet away, for a 16-handicap player, ~15 minutes.

Short Game~26 min16 HCP6 drills

Accuracy30%

Scoring22%

Alignment14%

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Land 2 Feet From Hole

Escape successfully, for a 7-handicap player, ~10 minutes.

Short Game~26 min7 HCP6 drills

Distance Control33%

Precision18%

Dispersion15%

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Improve Wedge Accuracy

Reduce misses, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.

Driving Range~31 min17 HCP4 drills

Distance Control30%

Scoring28%

Trajectory26%

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Stop Missing Greens With Short Irons

Hit close to flag, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.

Driving Range~31 min35 HCP7 drills

Precision32%

Mechanics26%

Trajectory20%

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Driver Precision 200+ Yards

Maximize driver distance, for a 1-handicap player, ~10 minutes.

Driving Range30-31 min0 HCP4 drills

Scoring26%

Precision23%

Dispersion16%

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Maximize 3-Wood Control

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

Driving Range30-31 min0 HCP7 drills

Scoring29%

Precision18%

Distance Control13%

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Short Iron Accuracy Advanced

Precision short irons, for a 0-handicap player, ~10 minutes.

Driving Range30-31 minUnknown HCP4 drills

Scoring40%

Precision23%

Trajectory10%

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Prepare for Tournaments at Short Course

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 Short Course

Get answers to common questions about playing Short Course and what to expect.

How difficult is Short Course for mid-handicap golfers?

Short Course presents a demanding test. The 120 slope rating keeps it accessible for developing players. The course rating of 70 reflects on scoring relative to par 54.

What tees should a 15 handicap play at Short Course?

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 Short Course?

With a course rating of 70 and par 54, a mid-handicap golfer would typically score in the mid to high 80s. Stronger players aiming to break 54 must manage approach shots and avoid penalty strokes.

How long is Short Course and how does yardage affect play?

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

What type of course is Short Course 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 Short Course 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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