Practice Programs

Complete Golf Practice Blueprint for Vines Resort & Country Club

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The Vines, Western Australia, Australia
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Total Programs

25

25 complete programs built for this course

Unique Drills

96

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

Lakes Practice Profile

We've mapped a comprehensive practice profile for Lakes, 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%Precision 21%Distance Control 21%Aim 18%Accuracy 13%

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.

19.8
Average HCP
11.4
Minimum HCP
32.3
Maximum HCP

Top Drills

Featured Drills for Lakes

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

Diagram for Putting Aid: String Line, 10/20
Putting18 min

Putting Aid: String Line, 10/20

Make 10 out of 20 putts, underneath the hanging string line.

Diagram for Bump-n-Run | Scattered Piles | Bullseye 2x
Short Game26 min

Bump-n-Run | Scattered Piles | Bullseye 2x

Scatter a bucket of balls (avg. bucket is 40 balls) next to the green. Scatter into 8 equal piles of 5 balls and stop bump-n-run shots inside Bullseye. Count the number of balls in the inner and outer Bullseye.

Diagram for All woods (Hy to Dr) | Alternate Targets Challenge
Driving Range31 min

All woods (Hy to Dr) | Alternate Targets Challenge

Complete the Alternate Targets Challenge using woods only. Hit one bucket of ~50 balls.

Diagram for All Woods (Hy to Driver) | General Discovery
Driving Range30 min

All Woods (Hy to Driver) | General Discovery

Discover tendencies by hitting various ball flights to various distances, using woods only. Hit one bucket of ~50 balls.

Diagram for Bump-n-Run | Deep Rough and Other | Above/Below Feet
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.

Diagram for Bump-n-Run | Fairway | Flat
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.

Course Details

Everything you need to know about Lakes.

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

Verdelho Drive

Course Description

The Vines Resort is a 4-star luxury resort located in the Swan Valley, just outside Perth, Western Australia. The property offers accommodation, dining venues, a 36‑hole championship golf course, mini golf, and wellness facilities, positioned as a premier venue for weddings, events, and leisure getaways. It markets itself as a scenic escape set in bushland within driving distance of Perth, with facilities including dining, golf, and spa services. The resort also provides wedding and event services, making it a notable destination for celebrations in the Swan Valley area.

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Course Information

Holes

36

Par

72

Type

Parkland

Opened

1989

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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 Lakes, all within a single responsive scorecard.

Scorecard data available for 60119, USGA, Black, Men, Lakes

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60119, USGA, Black, Men, Lakes Tee

Gender: MalePar 727105 yards6497 metersCR 73.6Bogey 97.5Slope 129

Gender: Male

Front Nine · CR 36.6 · BR 48.9 · Slope 132

Back Nine · CR 37.0 · BR 48.6 · Slope 125

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Par445345344365443443453672
Handicap
Yardage382397517222427596196433389355953942843317139344519642751435467105

Programs

Skill-Based Practice Programs for Lakes

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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11 Week Flagship Program for Lakes

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

Week 13 days

Putting · 9 ft (3m) only

Control 9 Ft Putts

Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 17.0

Weeks 1–36 days

Short Game · Bump'n'Run

How straight can you roll it? Test your setup

Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 32.0

Weeks 3–46 days

Driving Range · Woods (Hy,5W,3W)

Control 3-Wood Roll

Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0

Weeks 4–53 days

Putting · 6 ft (2m) only

Hole Mid-Length Putts

Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 17.0

Weeks 5–65 days

Short Game · Bump'n'Run

Beat Best Streak of Up-and-Downs

Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 28.0

Weeks 6–73 days

Driving Range · Driver

Control Driver Ball Flight

Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0

Weeks 7–85 days

Putting · 9 ft (3m) only

Target Cup Accurately On All Shots

Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 11.0

Weeks 8–93 days

Short Game · Mixed

Can you stop the ball on a dime? Distance control test

Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 28.0

Weeks 9–117 days

Driving Range · Short irons (9,8)

Control Short Iron Flight

Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0

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27% match
For 60119, USGA, Red, Women, Lakes tees

Focus on ball roll and finish position, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.

Putting~18 min17 HCP3 drills
Aim38%
Alignment23%
Stroke22%
41% match
For 60119, USGA, Red, Women, Lakes tees

Save par on approaches, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.

Short Game~26 min17 HCP4 drills
Distance Control34%
Accuracy31%
Alignment25%
65% match
For 60119, USGA, Red, Women, Lakes tees

Save par consistently, for a 17-handicap player, ~15 minutes.

Short Game~26 min17 HCP8 drills
Scoring29%
Accuracy21%
Precision11%
70% match
For 60119, USGA, Red, Women, Lakes tees

Advanced accuracy, for a 1-handicap player, ~10 minutes.

Driving Range30-43 min0 HCP5 drills
Distance Control33%
Scoring33%
Accuracy20%
51% match
For 60119, USGA, Red, Women, Lakes tees

Achieve distance accuracy, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.

Driving Range30-31 min17 HCP3 drills
Precision28%
Distance Control23%
Dispersion19%
50% match
For 60119, USGA, Red, Women, Lakes tees

Improve accuracy, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.

Driving Range~31 min17 HCP3 drills
Distance Control25%
Trajectory22%
Scoring20%

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46% match
For 60119, USGA, Blue, Men, Lakes tees

Stay on fairways, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.

Driving Range~31 min35 HCP6 drills
Precision25%
Mechanics23%
Trajectory16%
51% match
For 60119, USGA, Blue, Men, Lakes tees

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

Driving Range30-31 min17 HCP6 drills
Precision34%
Dispersion25%
Scoring15%
27% match
For 60119, USGA, White, Men, Lakes tees

Hit short putts until smooth, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.

Putting~18 min17 HCP3 drills
Aim38%
Alignment23%
Stroke22%
57% match
For 60119, USGA, White, Men, Lakes tees

Save par consistently, for a 17-handicap player, ~15 minutes.

Short Game~26 min17 HCP5 drills
Scoring33%
Accuracy30%
Visualization9%
71% match
For 60119, USGA, White, Men, Lakes tees

Sand from deep bunkers, for a 6-handicap player, ~10 minutes.

Short Game~26 min5 HCP9 drills
Distance Control19%
Precision19%
Dispersion17%
39% match
For 60119, USGA, White, Men, Lakes tees

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

Driving Range~31 min35 HCP7 drills
Precision31%
Mechanics26%
Trajectory15%
33% match
For 60119, USGA, White, Men, Lakes tees

Hit fairways consistently, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.

Driving Range~31 min35 HCP3 drills
Mechanics30%
Precision28%
Trajectory18%
50% match
For 60119, USGA, White, Men, Lakes tees

Control distance, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.

Driving Range~31 min17 HCP3 drills
Distance Control25%
Trajectory22%
Scoring20%
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Prepare for Tournaments at Lakes

Follow a complete multi-week structured practice program ahead of the upcoming events and arrive prepared.

No upcoming tournaments at this time.

FAQ

Frequently Asked Questions about Lakes

Get answers to common questions about playing Lakes and what to expect.

How difficult is Lakes for mid-handicap golfers?

From a scoring perspective, Lakes challenges consistency. This slope level makes it manageable compared to championship venues. The course rating of 73.6 reflects on scoring relative to par 72.

What tees should a 15 handicap play at Lakes?

A 15 handicap golfer should consider tees closer to 6340 yards. The back tees extend to 7105.0 yards, which makes approach shots longer and scoring more challenging.

What is considered a good score at Lakes?

With a course rating of 73.6 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.

How long is Lakes and how does yardage affect play?

Stretching to 7105.0 yards from the back tees, approach shot length becomes a consistent scoring factor.

What type of course is Lakes and how should I play it?

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.

What features make Lakes strategically challenging?

The combination of a slope rating of 129.0 and yardage reaching 7105.0 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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