Practice Programs

Complete Golf Practice Blueprint for The Resort at Pelican Hill

Discover tailored practice programs for this course.

Newport Coast, California, United States of America

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Total Programs

14 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 , 8 days , 9 days

AccuracyAimAlignmentDispersionDistance ControlMechanics+4 more

Ocean South Practice Profile

We've mapped a comprehensive practice profile for Ocean South, 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 24%Aim 18%Precision 17%Accuracy 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.

18.3

Average HCP

10.7

Minimum HCP

31.6

Maximum HCP

Top Drills

Featured Drills for Ocean South

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

Short Game26 min

Chip | Parallel Piles | Quadrants

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

Driving Range31 min

Short irons (9,8) | Around the Stick

Curve the ball around the alignment stick using using short irons only. Hit one bucket of ~50 balls.

Short Game26 min

Bump-n-Run | Parallel Ball Lines | 3 Landing Zones

Up to 5 players compete to stop a bump-n-run shot inside the landing zone(s). The player with the most points at the end wins the challenge. Up to 80 balls are needed.

Short Game26 min

Chip | Parallel Piles | 9 Stop Zones

Up to 5 players compete to stop a chip shot in the stop 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

Chip | Parallel Ball Lines | Quadrants

Up to 5 players compete to stop a chip shot inside the quadrant(s). The player with the most points at the end wins the challenge. 25 balls per player are needed.

Short Game26 min

Chip | Parallel Piles | Bullseye 2x

Up to 5 players compete to stop a chip 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 Ocean South.

Contact Information

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Phone

+44 (0)1250 872622

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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

22701 Pelican Hill Road South

Course Information

Holes

Par

Type

Parkland

Architect

Tom Fazio

Opened

1991

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Programs

Skill-Based Practice Programs for Ocean South

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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Chip 15–30 Yds From Tight Or Rough Lies

Get up-and-down consistently, for a 2-handicap player, ~10 minutes.

Short Game~26 min1 HCP5 drills

Aim29%

Distance Control19%

Precision18%

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Hit Flop & Avoid Big Numbers

Flop from sand, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.

Short Game~26 min35 HCP6 drills

Scoring28%

Aim27%

Alignment22%

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How close can you get? Challenge your limits

Thread the gap, for a 29-handicap player, ~20 minutes.

Driving Range30-31 min29 HCP4 drills

Precision37%

Aim19%

Dispersion15%

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Control Long Iron Flight

Stop missing greens, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.

Driving Range~31 min35 HCP7 drills

Precision33%

Mechanics19%

Aim16%

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13 Week Flagship Program for Ocean South

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

Weeks 1–2≤ 6 days

Short Game · Flop

Hit Flop & Avoid Big Numbers

Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0

Weeks 2–4≤ 7 days

Short Game · Chip

Pick Line and Commit

Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 27.0

Weeks 4–6≤ 7 days

Short Game · Chip

Feel Green: Control Rollout

Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 26.0

Weeks 6–7≤ 3 days

Short Game · Bump'n'Run

Pick your spot and trust your aim—can you hit it?

Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 24.0

Weeks 7–8≤ 3 days

Short Game · Sand

Can you match your plan to your shot?

Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 14.0

Weeks 8–9≤ 7 days

Driving Range · Long irons (4,3,2)

Control Long Iron Flight

Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0

Week 10≤ 4 days

Driving Range · Wedges (LW,SW,GW,PW)

Stop Missed Wedge Shots

Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0

Week 11≤ 4 days

Driving Range · Short irons (9,8)

How close can you get? Challenge your limits

Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 29.0

Weeks 12–13≤ 6 days

Driving Range · Mid irons (7,6,5)

Reduce Mid-Iron Misses

Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 17.0

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Can you match your plan to your shot?

Match plan to shot, for a 15-handicap player, ~15 minutes.

Short Game~26 min14 HCP3 drills

Scoring40%

Accuracy31%

Visualization29%

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Roll Ball To 1–2 Feet

Roll to tap-in range, for a 3-handicap player, ~10 minutes.

Short Game~26 min3 HCP4 drills

Distance Control45%

Trajectory19%

Precision15%

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Pick Line and Commit

Pick line and commit, for a 27-handicap player, ~20 minutes.

Short Game~26 min27 HCP9 drills

Aim29%

Scoring22%

Alignment15%

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Pick your spot and trust your aim—can you hit it?

Visualize the line, for a 25-handicap player, ~20 minutes.

Short Game~26 min24 HCP3 drills

Scoring33%

Alignment20%

Aim18%

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Feel Green: Control Rollout

Stop on a dime, for a 26-handicap player, ~20 minutes.

Short Game23-26 min26 HCP8 drills

Distance Control33%

Alignment17%

Scoring14%

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Stop Missed Wedge Shots

Stop missed shots, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.

Driving Range~31 min35 HCP4 drills

Precision24%

Scoring20%

Trajectory15%

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Wedge Accuracy Advanced

Maximize greens in regulation, for a 1-handicap player, ~10 minutes.

Driving Range30-43 min0 HCP9 drills

Scoring32%

Distance Control29%

Accuracy17%

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Reduce Mid-Iron Misses

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

Driving Range30-31 min17 HCP6 drills

Scoring23%

Precision22%

Dispersion20%

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Master the art of length: no more short or over drives

Master driver length, for a 6-handicap player, ~10 minutes.

Driving Range~31 min6 HCP3 drills

Distance Control35%

Scoring23%

Trajectory22%

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Green hunter: hit every long iron to the putting surface

Avoid bunkers with long irons, for a 1-handicap player, ~10 minutes.

Driving Range~31 min0 HCP3 drills

Dispersion25%

Distance Control23%

Accuracy23%

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Prepare for Tournaments at Ocean South

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 Ocean South

Get answers to common questions about playing Ocean South and what to expect.

How difficult is Ocean South for mid-handicap golfers?

From a scoring perspective, Ocean South challenges consistency. The 120 slope rating keeps it accessible for developing players. The course rating of 70 reflects on scoring relative to par 70.

What tees should a 15 handicap play at Ocean South?

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 Ocean South?

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

How long is Ocean South and how does yardage affect play?

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

What type of course is Ocean South 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 Ocean South 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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