45% match
For Black tees
Hit short putts until smooth, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Putting~18 min17 HCP3 drills
Aim38%
Alignment23%
Stroke22%
Practice Programs
Complete Golf Practice Blueprint for The Salt Pond
Discover tailored practice programs for this course.
Total Programs
31
31 complete programs built for this course
Unique Drills
154
Total unique drills across all programs
Skill Pillars
12
Accuracy · Aim · Alignment · Dispersion · Distance Control · Green Reading
Session Durations
7
3 days , 4 days , 5 days , 6 days , 7 days , 8 days , 9 days
AccuracyAimAlignmentDispersionDistance ControlGreen Reading+6 more
The Salt Pond Practice Profile
We've mapped a comprehensive practice profile for The Salt Pond, 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 25%Aim 22%Distance Control 22%Accuracy 15%Alignment 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.
19.6
Average HCP
11.5
Minimum HCP
31.9
Maximum HCP
Top Drills
Featured Drills for The Salt Pond
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
Bump-n-Run | Deep Rough and Other | Above/Below Feet
Hit bump-n-run two buckets of balls (avg. bucket is 40 balls) from the sloped deep rough and other extreme grass types; one bucket with balls above feet level, and one bucket with balls below feet level.
Driving Range31 min
All irons (9 to 2) | Alternate Targets Challenge
Complete the Alternate Targets Challenge using irons only. Hit one bucket of ~50 balls.
Short Game26 min
Bump-n-Run | Fairway | Flat
Hit bump-n-run two buckets of balls (avg. bucket is 40 balls) from the flat fairway.
Short Game26 min
Pitch | Deep Rough and Other | Uphill/Downhill
Hit two buckets of balls (avg. bucket is 40 balls) from the sloped deep rough and other extreme grass types; one bucket from the uphill slope and one bucket from the downhill slope.
Short Game26 min
Pitch | Deep Rough and Other | Above/Below Feet
Hit two buckets of balls (avg. bucket is 40 balls) from the sloped deep rough and other extreme grass types; one bucket with balls above feet level, one bucket with balls below feet level.
Course Details
Everything you need to know about The Salt Pond.
Contact Information
📞
Phone
+44 (0)1250 872622
📠
Fax
+44 (0) 1250 872622
✉️Email
proshop@saltpondgolf.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
402 Bethany Loop, Bethany Beach, DE 19930, USA
Course Description
Salt Pond Golf Club is a public, 18-hole golf facility located in Bethany Beach, Delaware. The course is described as a challenging mid-length layout set within a 538-home community, surrounded by ponds and woodlands that create a scenic and relaxing backdrop for play. It emphasizes accessibility for women, juniors, seniors, and beginners, while offering a robust experience for accomplished golfers. Additional offerings include a pro shop, instruction, and events, with convenient access for visitors looking to combine a day of golf with nearby beaches.
golf course • public golf • bethany beach golf • delaware golf • 18-hole course • mid-length golf • instruction • pro shop • golf events • scenic landscapes • ponds and woodlands • beginners golf • family friendly golf • tournament play • golf club • recreation • leisure • sports • dining
Course Information
Holes
18
Par
61
Type
Parkland
Architect
Rupert Smith
Opened
1992
Google Reviews
Business Claimed
⭐4.4(197 reviews)
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Scorecard
Course Scorecard & Tee Insights
Toggle the colour-coded tees to reveal hole-by-hole pars, handicaps, yardages, and gender-specific ratings for The Salt Pond, all within a single responsive scorecard.
Scorecard data available for Black
Men's Tees
Women's Tees
Tee Insight:This course plays like endless par three tests blended with speedy par fours, where back nine difficulty spikes force tight irons and short game nerve to dodge blowup risks.
B
Black Tee
Gender: MalePar 613161 yards2890 metersCR 56.5Bogey 74.4Slope 96
Gender: Male
Front Nine · CR 26.9 · BR 35.1 · Slope 88
Back Nine · CR 29.6 · BR 39.3 · Slope 104
| Hole | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | IN | 10 | 11 | 12 | 13 | 14 | 15 | 16 | 17 | 18 | OUT | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Par | 3 | 3 | 3 | 3 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 3 | 3 | 29 | 3 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 32 | 61 |
| Handicap | 6 | 18 | 8 | 16 | 2 | 14 | 10 | 4 | 12 | — | 7 | 17 | 5 | 11 | 13 | 15 | 1 | 9 | 3 | — | — |
| Yardage | 147 | 113 | 180 | 104 | 261 | 150 | 200 | 184 | 125 | 1464 | 173 | 112 | 192 | 212 | 198 | 140 | 241 | 177 | 252 | 1697 | 3161 |
B
Black Tee
Gender: FemalePar 613083 yards2819 metersCR 58.6Bogey 80.7Slope 94
Gender: Female
Front Nine · CR 28.5 · BR 39.1 · Slope 90
Back Nine · CR 30.1 · BR 41.6 · Slope 98
| Hole | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | IN | 10 | 11 | 12 | 13 | 14 | 15 | 16 | 17 | 18 | OUT | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Par | 3 | 3 | 3 | 3 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 3 | 3 | 29 | 3 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 32 | 61 |
| Handicap | 6 | 18 | 8 | 16 | 2 | 14 | 10 | 4 | 12 | — | 7 | 17 | 5 | 11 | 13 | 15 | 1 | 9 | 3 | — | — |
| Yardage | 147 | 113 | 180 | 104 | 261 | 150 | 200 | 184 | 125 | 1464 | 173 | 112 | 192 | 212 | 198 | 140 | 241 | 177 | 174 | 1619 | 3083 |
Programs
Skill-Based Practice Programs for The Salt Pond
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 31 Programs
% match to course practice profile45% match
For Black tees
Hit center consistently, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Putting18-30 min17 HCP3 drills
Aim32%
Stroke28%
Alignment23%
50% match
For Black tees
Save par consistently, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min17 HCP9 drills
Scoring34%
Accuracy23%
Precision11%
68% match
For Black tees
Land 3-4 feet away, for a 17-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min16 HCP6 drills
Distance Control23%
Accuracy19%
Alignment14%
12 Week Flagship Program for The Salt Pond
A complete and progressive long-term development curriculum mapped from easier to harder drills, specifically for The Salt Pond. 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.
Week 1≤ 3 days
Putting · 9 ft (3m) only
Control 9 Ft Putts
Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 17.0
Weeks 1–3≤ 6 days
Short Game · Bump'n'Run
Bump'n'Run From 5–10 Yds
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Weeks 3–4≤ 7 days
Driving Range · Long irons (4,3,2)
Hit the green with the perfect trajectory
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 29.0
Week 5≤ 3 days
Putting · 6 ft (2m) only
Focus On Pace And Line
Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 17.0
Weeks 5–7≤ 7 days
Short Game · Flop
Hit Flop & Avoid Big Numbers
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Week 8≤ 4 days
Driving Range · Wedges (LW,SW,GW,PW)
Center of the green: reduce spread on wedges
Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 17.0
Week 9≤ 4 days
Putting · Long (20+ ft)
Hit Every Long Putt
Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 17.0
Weeks 10–12≤ 7 days
Short Game · Chip
Stop Chips Near Hole
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Week 12≤ 3 days
Driving Range · Mid irons (7,6,5)
Vary your targets and hit within 3-5 yards
Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 11.0
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64% match
For Black tees
Avoid fringe with mid irons, for a 11-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Driving Range~31 min10 HCP6 drills
Distance Control27%
Accuracy24%
Scoring19%
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Get Started51% match
For Black tees
Hit within 3-5 yards, for a 12-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Driving Range~31 min11 HCP3 drills
Distance Control42%
Scoring28%
Trajectory18%
45% match
For Black tees
Focus on ball roll and finish position, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Putting~18 min17 HCP3 drills
Aim38%
Alignment23%
Stroke22%
69% match
For Black tees
Keep par safe, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Short Game~26 min34 HCP9 drills
Aim25%
Alignment22%
Scoring21%
77% match
For Black tees
Turn into birdies, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Short Game~26 min35 HCP9 drills
Scoring29%
Distance Control19%
Alignment15%
63% match
For Black tees
Avoid 3-putt, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min17 HCP4 drills
Accuracy18%
Precision18%
Distance Control16%
56% match
For Black tees
Pick line and commit, for a 2-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Short Game~26 min1 HCP5 drills
Aim29%
Distance Control19%
Precision18%
72% match
For Black tees
Save par clutch, for a 29-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Short Game~26 min29 HCP3 drills
Scoring30%
Alignment27%
Aim23%
68% match
For Black tees
Hit intended line, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Short Game~26 min34 HCP3 drills
Aim36%
Alignment23%
Scoring20%
79% match
For Black tees
Approach from hazards, for a 17-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min16 HCP5 drills
Accuracy24%
Distance Control21%
Scoring16%
57% match
For Black tees
Stop close from 30 yards, for a 5-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Short Game~26 min5 HCP3 drills
Distance Control26%
Precision21%
Scoring15%
61% match
For Black tees
Up-and-down contest, for a 22-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Short Game~26 min21 HCP4 drills
Scoring33%
Distance Control28%
Dispersion14%
38% match
For Black tees
Work on alignment and starting line, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Putting15-27 min17 HCP4 drills
Distance Control35%
Visualization25%
Dispersion23%
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Get Started40% match
For Black tees
Practice uphill and downhill putts, for a 1-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Putting~18 min0 HCP6 drills
Visualization31%
Distance Control31%
Dispersion22%
70% match
For Black tees
Focus on clean contact, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Short Game~26 min35 HCP6 drills
Scoring30%
Distance Control18%
Alignment18%
72% match
For Black tees
Flop from sand, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Short Game~26 min35 HCP9 drills
Aim30%
Scoring26%
Alignment20%
62% match
For Black tees
Control the rollout distance, for a 17-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min17 HCP9 drills
Scoring32%
Accuracy24%
Aim9%
43% match
For Black tees
Eliminate off-target wedges, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Driving Range30-43 min17 HCP4 drills
Scoring34%
Dispersion33%
Precision17%
30% match
For Black tees
Draw or fade long irons, for a 29-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Driving Range~31 min29 HCP7 drills
Trajectory30%
Precision22%
Mechanics19%
73% match
For Black tees
Hit intended line, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Short Game~26 min35 HCP4 drills
Aim28%
Alignment26%
Distance Control25%
72% match
For Black tees
Hit intended line, for a 17-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min17 HCP9 drills
Aim19%
Accuracy19%
Distance Control14%
60% match
For Black tees
Chip through gate, for a 2-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Short Game~26 min1 HCP3 drills
Aim35%
Distance Control17%
Precision12%
71% match
For Black tees
Avoid 3-putt, for a 22-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Short Game~26 min22 HCP7 drills
Accuracy31%
Scoring25%
Distance Control12%
65% match
For Black tees
Dial in aim, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Short Game~26 min34 HCP6 drills
Aim32%
Scoring22%
Alignment20%
72% match
For Black tees
Stick approaches, for a 17-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min16 HCP8 drills
Accuracy26%
Distance Control18%
Scoring16%
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Get Started55% match
For Black tees
Vary landing spot, for a 5-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Short Game~26 min5 HCP7 drills
Distance Control31%
Dispersion14%
Scoring13%
76% match
For Black tees
Approach from hazards, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min17 HCP9 drills
Accuracy30%
Scoring26%
Distance Control14%
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No upcoming tournaments at this time.
FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions about The Salt Pond
Get answers to common questions about playing The Salt Pond and what to expect.
How difficult is The Salt Pond for mid-handicap golfers?
Players often find The Salt Pond technically exacting. The 96.0 slope rating keeps it accessible for developing players. The course rating of 56.5 reflects on scoring relative to par 61.
What tees should a 15 handicap play at The Salt Pond?
A 15 handicap golfer should consider tees closer to 3122 yards. The back tees extend to 3161.0 yards, which makes approach shots longer and scoring more challenging.
What is considered a good score at The Salt Pond?
With a course rating of 56.5 and par 61, a mid-handicap golfer would typically score in the mid to high 80s. Stronger players aiming to break 61 must manage approach shots and avoid penalty strokes.
How long is The Salt Pond and how does yardage affect play?
At a full length of 3161.0 yards, it emphasizes accuracy and wedge play.
What type of course is The Salt Pond 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 The Salt Pond strategically challenging?
The combination of a slope rating of 96.0 and yardage reaching 3161.0 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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