Practice Programs
We studied this course layout and mapped exact drills around stroke index, handicap index and distances. Practice like you know Challenge/Prestige.
Total Programs
17
17 complete programs built for this course
Unique Drills
80
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
We've mapped a comprehensive practice profile for Challenge/Prestige, 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 50 putts in a row, underneath the hanging string line.
Make a DIY 9 hole hard-difficulty course. Every hole is PAR 2. Count the score.
Complete the Club Swapping Challenge using irons only. Hit one bucket of ~50 balls.
Make 50 putts in a row through the ball gate, using plane board.
Make 50 putts in a row over the chalk starting line.
Use imagination to hit any type of shot within self-set boundaries, using mid irons only. Hit one bucket of ~50 balls.
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Alto do Semino
Comprising of two golf courses, Gramacho and Vale da Pinta, the resort is superbly located on a plateau, close to the picturesque fishing villages of Carvoeiro and Ferragudo, a few minutes from the most beautiful beaches in Algarve and less than 3 hours away by plane, of the main European capitals. Set against the blue backdrop of the Monchique mountains, the resort has been carefully planned in 260 acres of unparalleled beauty, offering different types of accommodation: Apartments of 1, 2 or 3 bedrooms, as well as 2, 3 and 4 bedrooms Villas with private swimming pool, for those looking for more privacy, and also, the new addition to the complex, the Gramacho Residences, a new aparthotel overlooking the 8th fairway of Gramacho Golf course, and consists of studios, 1 and 2 bedroom apartments, as well as 23 rooms classics. All properties are built to the highest standards, with spacious interiors and fully equipped.The secure and familiar environment makes the Pestana Golf Resort a reference, whether you are looking for a holiday destination or a "second home".
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Holes
54
Par
72
Type
Parkland
Architect
Donald Steel
Opened
1991
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Drill Library
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Curated selection of drills based on Challenge/Prestige hole-by-hole data.
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Free eBook
Curated selection of drills based on Challenge/Prestige hole-by-hole data.
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Free eBook
Curated selection of drills based on Challenge/Prestige hole-by-hole data.
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Free eBook
Curated selection of drills based on Challenge/Prestige hole-by-hole data.
Available immediately. No cost. Download link + Email Delivery
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Curated selection of drills based on Challenge/Prestige 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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% match to course practice profileControl pace on every putt, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Hit cups from afar, for a 14-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
A complete and progressive long-term development curriculum mapped from easier to harder drills, specifically for Challenge/Prestige. Start with the basics and work your way towards more challenging drills. Commit to 11 weeks of training and get in proper shape. Four days counts as a week.
Full 44 days 61 page practice program designed specifically around this course hole by hole data.
Putting · 3 ft (1m) only
Aim To Hit Center Every Time
Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 17.0
Short Game · Bump'n'Run
Keep Ball Close To Hole
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Driving Range · Woods (Hy,5W,3W)
Control 3-Wood Roll
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Putting · 3 ft (1m) only
Practice 3 Ft Putts For Consistency
Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 17.0
Short Game · Pitch
Set your sights and deliver: aim challenge
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 30.0
Driving Range · Mid irons (7,6,5)
Stop Missing Greens With Mid Irons
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Putting · Long (20+ ft)
Improve Accuracy On Long Putts 20+ Feet
Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 14.0
Short Game · Mixed
Can you stop the ball on a dime? Distance control test
Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 17.0
Driving Range · Mid irons (7,6,5)
Stop Missing Greens With Mid Irons
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
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Set sights, for a 30-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Focus on clean contact, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Precision mid-irons, for a 1-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Control 3-wood roll, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Hit center consistently, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
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Get StartedStop on a dime, for a 17-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Stop pitches near hole, for a 2-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Land near the pin, for a 17-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Save par clutch, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Improve accuracy, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Achieve distance consistency, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Stop missing greens, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Control wedge loft, for a 26-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Turn into birdies, for a 11-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Advantage from tee, for a 9-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
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FAQ
Get answers to common questions about playing Challenge/Prestige and what to expect.
From a scoring perspective, Challenge/Prestige challenges consistency. This slope level makes it manageable compared to championship venues. 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.
Stretching to 6500 yards from the back tees, it does not overwhelm length but rewards accuracy.
The course follows a traditional Parkland design philosophy. 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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