Adjust stance and grip for better roll, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Putting~18 min17 HCP3 drills
Aim38%
Alignment23%
Stroke22%
Practice Programs
Complete Golf Practice Blueprint for The Pearl Golf Links
Discover tailored practice programs for this course.
Total Programs
15
15 complete programs built for this course
Unique Drills
85
Total unique drills across all programs
Skill Pillars
11
Accuracy · Aim · Alignment · Dispersion · Distance Control · Mechanics
Session Durations
6
3 days , 4 days , 5 days , 6 days , 7 days , 8 days
AccuracyAimAlignmentDispersionDistance ControlMechanics+5 more
East Practice Profile
We've mapped a comprehensive practice profile for East, 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 25%Precision 19%Accuracy 13%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.
17
Average HCP
10.9
Minimum HCP
29.9
Maximum HCP
Top Drills
Featured Drills for East
Most-used drills from for this course. Practice as standalone drills or scroll down for full programs.
Putting18 min
Putting Aid: Chalk Line, 15/25
Make 15 out of 25 putts over the chalk starting line.
Short Game26 min
Flop | Parallel Ball Lines | Quadrants
Up to 5 players compete to stop a flop shot inside the quadrant(s). The player with the most points at the end wins the challenge. 25 balls per player are needed.
Driving Range31 min
Long irons (4,3,2) | Ladder Challenge
Complete the Ladder Challenge using long irons only. Hit one bucket of ~50 balls.
Driving Range31 min
Long irons (4,3,2) | 3 Landing Zones
Hit 15 balls to each landing zone using long irons only. Hit one bucket of ~50 balls. Count total number of successful shots.
Putting18 min
Putting Aid: Plane Board, Ball Gate, 15/25
Make 15 out of 25 putts through the ball gate, using plane board.
Putting18 min
Putting Aid: String Line, 15/25
Make 15 out of 25 putts, underneath the hanging string line.
Course Details
Everything you need to know about East.
Contact Information
📞
Phone
+44 (0)1250 872622
📠
Fax
+44 (0) 1250 872622
✉️Email
info@thepearlgolf.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
1300 Pearl Boulevard SW
Course Description
The Pearl Golf Links is a public golf complex in Calabash, North Carolina, featuring three nine-hole courses (The Pearl East, The Pearl West, and The Pearl North) set along the Brunswick coastal marshlands. Designed by Dan Maples, the courses offer a coastal links-style experience just a short drive from Myrtle Beach and are open year-round with golf packages and tee times available. The complex includes a grill, pro shop, and various guest amenities, and markets itself as a premier golfing destination in the Carolina coast region.
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Course Information
Holes
36
Par
72
Type
Parkland
Architect
Dan Maples
Opened
1987
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Programs
Skill-Based Practice Programs for East
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 15 Programs
% match to course practice profileStop 2 feet away, for a 3-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Short Game~26 min2 HCP8 drills
Precision28%
Scoring20%
Dispersion14%
Stick flops to green, for a 16-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min16 HCP4 drills
Accuracy30%
Distance Control25%
Scoring18%
Control 3-wood roll, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Driving Range~31 min35 HCP8 drills
Precision28%
Mechanics17%
Trajectory16%
13 Week Flagship Program for East
A complete and progressive long-term development curriculum mapped from easier to harder drills, specifically for East. 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.
Week 1≤ 3 days
Putting · 6 ft (2m) only
Control Every 6 Ft Putt
Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 17.0
Weeks 1–3≤ 7 days
Short Game · Bump'n'Run
Bump'n'Run From 5–10 Yds
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Weeks 3–5≤ 7 days
Short Game · Chip
Vary Landing Spot
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 26.0
Weeks 5–6≤ 3 days
Short Game · Mixed
Visualize the perfect mixed shot, then make it happen
Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 17.0
Weeks 6–7≤ 4 days
Short Game · Flop
Land 3–4 Feet From Pin
Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 16.0
Weeks 7–9≤ 7 days
Driving Range · Woods (Hy,5W,3W)
3-Wood Dispersion Control For Beginners
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Weeks 9–11≤ 7 days
Driving Range · Short irons (9,8)
Stop Missing Greens With Short Irons
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Weeks 11–12≤ 4 days
Driving Range · Mid irons (7,6,5)
Control the arc: launch and roll as needed
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 26.0
Weeks 12–13≤ 3 days
Driving Range · Long irons (4,3,2)
Reduce Misses With Long Irons
Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 17.0
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Maximize greens in regulation, for a 1-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Driving Range30-43 min0 HCP6 drills
Distance Control31%
Scoring31%
Precision14%
See landing and roll, for a 14-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min13 HCP4 drills
Scoring45%
Accuracy32%
Visualization24%
Vary landing spot, for a 26-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Short Game~26 min26 HCP8 drills
Distance Control33%
Precision22%
Alignment16%
Roll the ball low and straight, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Short Game~26 min35 HCP8 drills
Scoring24%
Alignment20%
Distance Control19%
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Get StartedLand 2 feet from pin, for a 5-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Short Game~26 min5 HCP8 drills
Scoring20%
Distance Control17%
Dispersion14%
See landing and roll, for a 17-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min17 HCP3 drills
Scoring40%
Distance Control29%
Visualization17%
Hit within 5 yards, for a 7-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Driving Range~31 min7 HCP5 drills
Distance Control38%
Scoring24%
Trajectory13%
Advanced accuracy, for a 1-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Driving Range30-31 min0 HCP7 drills
Scoring29%
Precision18%
Distance Control13%
Perfect mid iron flight, for a 26-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Driving Range~31 min26 HCP4 drills
Mechanics23%
Trajectory22%
Distance Control19%
Control distance, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Driving Range~31 min17 HCP3 drills
Distance Control25%
Trajectory22%
Scoring20%
Stop missing greens, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Driving Range~31 min35 HCP8 drills
Precision32%
Mechanics23%
Trajectory17%
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Prepare for Tournaments at East
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 East
Get answers to common questions about playing East and what to expect.
How difficult is East for mid-handicap golfers?
East 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 72.
What tees should a 15 handicap play at East?
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 East?
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 East and how does yardage affect play?
At a full length of 6500 yards, it balances distance with positional strategy.
What type of course is East 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 East 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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