Practice Programs
We studied this course layout and mapped exact drills around stroke index, handicap index and distances. Practice like you know The Tradition.
Total Programs
12
12 complete programs built for this course
Unique Drills
64
Total unique drills across all programs
Skill Pillars
11
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
We've mapped a comprehensive practice profile for The Tradition, 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.
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Skill Distribution
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.
Top Drills
Most-used drills from for this course. Practice as standalone drills or scroll down for full programs.
Make 2 out of 4 putts from [9 ft | 3 m], 5 times in total.
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.
Complete the Opposite Shots Challenge using woods only. Hit one bucket of ~50 balls.
Make 3 out of 8 putts from [9 ft | 3 m], 5 times in total.
Make 10 out of 20 putts using an alignment mirror.
Make 10 out of 20 putts from in between two alignment sticks and through the ball gate.
Everything you need to know about The Tradition.
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1, Iwanaka
Holes
18
Par
72
Type
Parkland
Architect
Jack Nicklaus
Opened
2002
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Drill Library
Explore the full on-course drill library built for this venue. Open any drill to review setup, coaching instructions, and target scoring benchmarks.
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Curated selection of drills based on The Tradition hole-by-hole data.
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Curated selection of drills based on The Tradition hole-by-hole data.
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Curated selection of drills based on The Tradition hole-by-hole data.
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Programs
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 12 Programs
% match to course practice profileRead subtle breaks, for a 3-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Follow through fully, for a 2-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
A complete and progressive long-term development curriculum mapped from easier to harder drills, specifically for The Tradition. 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.
Full 45 days 63 page practice program designed specifically around this course hole by hole data.
Putting · 9 ft (3m) only
Hit Cup More Often Precisely
Difficulty: Expert · Program HCP 2.0
Putting · 6 ft (2m) only
Place Every 6 Foot Putt With Maximum Precision
Difficulty: Expert · Program HCP 2.0
Short Game · Sand
Set your sights on the flag: aim for a soft landing
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 29.0
Short Game · Chip
Pick Landing Spot
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 26.0
Short Game · Chip
See your chip landing and rolling out—then execute
Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 17.0
Short Game · Pitch
Can you match your plan to your shot?
Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 14.0
Driving Range · Woods (Hy,5W,3W)
Check your setup: does your swing match the shot?
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Driving Range · Mid irons (7,6,5)
Mid-Iron Distance Control 150–180 Yards
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Driving Range · Driver
Lag it long: can you control your driver distance every time?
Difficulty: Advanced · Program HCP 6.0
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Pick landing spot, for a 26-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Convert every opportunity, for a 3-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Maximize control, for a 1-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Stop missing greens, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
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Get StartedSee landing and roll, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Aim for soft landing, for a 29-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Land softly, for a 3-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
See landing and roll, for a 14-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Reach target zones, for a 6-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Consistent woods contact, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
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FAQ
Get answers to common questions about playing The Tradition and what to expect.
Players often find The Tradition technically exacting. With a slope of 120, it remains playable for a wide handicap range. The course rating of 70 reflects on scoring relative to par 72.
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.
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.
Measuring 6500 yards at maximum length, scoring depends more on placement than raw power.
The Tradition 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.
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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