Practice Programs
We studied this course layout and mapped exact drills around stroke index, handicap index and distances. Practice like you know Villa Del Ray.
Total Programs
15
15 complete programs built for this course
Unique Drills
82
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 Villa Del Ray, 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.
Align a bucket of balls (avg. bucket is 40 balls) into 10 equal parallel piles of 4 balls and stop pitch shots close to multiple targets. Count the number of successes.
Hit 5 balls to each randomly selected target while producing left-to-right and right-to-left shots, using driver only. Hit one bucket of ~50 balls.
Hit 15 balls to each Y area using driver only. Hit one bucket of ~50 balls. Count total number of successful shots.
Produce left-to-right and right-to-left shots using driver only. Hit one bucket of ~50 balls.
Hit 15 balls to each dispersion corridor using driver only. Hit one bucket of ~50 balls. Count total number of successful shots.
Everything you need to know about Villa Del Ray.
Phone
+44 (0)1250 872622
Fax
+44 (0) 1250 872622
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6200 Via Del Ray
Villa Del Ray is a public golf club featuring a Par 71 championship course located in Delray Beach, Florida. The facility offers 18-hole play with lakes, elevated greens, and generous fairways suitable for all skill levels, along with a full pro shop, a restaurant/bar, and practice facilities. Amenities include GPS yardage on golf carts, driving range, practice green, and golf lessons, making it a comprehensive golfing destination in Delray Beach. The club also promotes memberships and hosts events, with information and updates available through the site and social media channels.
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Holes
18
Par
71
Type
Parkland
Architect
Frank Batto
Opened
1973
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Drill Library
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Curated selection of drills based on Villa Del Ray hole-by-hole data.
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Free eBook
Curated selection of drills based on Villa Del Ray hole-by-hole data.
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Free eBook
Curated selection of drills based on Villa Del Ray hole-by-hole data.
Available immediately. No cost. Download link + Email Delivery
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Free eBook
Curated selection of drills based on Villa Del Ray hole-by-hole data.
Available immediately. No cost. Download link + Email Delivery
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Free eBook
Curated selection of drills based on Villa Del Ray hole-by-hole data.
Available immediately. No cost. Download link + Email Delivery
"I agree to the privacy policy and terms of service." My rewards.
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.
Sink with precision, for a 2-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
A complete and progressive long-term development curriculum mapped from easier to harder drills, specifically for Villa Del Ray. 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.
Full 52 days 71 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
Putting · 3 ft (1m) only
Focus On Cup Accuracy
Difficulty: Expert · Program HCP 2.0
Short Game · Flop
Hit Flop & Avoid Big Numbers
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Short Game · Pitch
Keep Par Safe
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 34.0
Short Game · Pitch
Pitch 15–25 Yds From Fringe
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 34.0
Short Game · Chip
Check Setup: Feet Hips Shoulders
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 27.0
Driving Range · Driver
Challenge: eliminate wild misses on tee shots
Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 17.0
Driving Range · Driver
Driver Distance Consistency 200+ Yards
Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 17.0
Driving Range · Woods (Hy,5W,3W)
Improve 3-Wood Accuracy
Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 17.0
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Full flagship program designed around Villa Del Ray hole by hole data. Contains 52 practice days and 49 unique drills.
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Match clubface, for a 27-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
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Get StartedAvoid big numbers, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Precision mid-irons, for a 1-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Maximize driver distance, for a 1-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Leave inside 5 feet, for a 13-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Save par consistently, for a 17-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Land close to pin, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Precision from tough lie, for a 17-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Pitch to the green, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Set a target, for a 28-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Control flight path, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Reduce spread, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Hit within 10 yards, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
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FAQ
Get answers to common questions about playing Villa Del Ray and what to expect.
Villa Del Ray is regarded as a strategically complex layout. The 120 slope rating keeps it accessible for developing players. The course rating of 70 reflects on scoring relative to par 71.
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 71, a mid-handicap golfer would typically score in the mid to high 80s. Stronger players aiming to break 71 must manage approach shots and avoid penalty strokes.
At a full length of 6500 yards, it balances distance with positional strategy.
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.
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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