Read breaks and aim precisely, for a 2-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Putting15-24 min1 HCP4 drills
Precision34%
Scoring33%
Aim20%
Practice Programs
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Total Programs
15
15 complete programs built for this course
Unique Drills
79
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
Yosemite's Wawona (Alternate Tees) Practice Profile
We've mapped a comprehensive practice profile for Yosemite's Wawona (Alternate Tees), 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 26%Distance Control 24%Precision 17%Accuracy 15%Aim 15%
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.
18.3
Average HCP
11.1
Minimum HCP
33.8
Maximum HCP
Top Drills
Featured Drills for Yosemite's Wawona (Alternate Tees)
Most-used drills from for this course. Practice as standalone drills or scroll down for full programs.
Putting18 min
Single Tee, 15/25
Make 15 out of 25 putts
Short Game26 min
Bump-n-Run | Perpendicular Piles | 9 Stop Zones
Up to 5 players compete to stop a bump-n-run shot in the stop zone(s). The player with the most points at the end wins the challenge. One bucket of balls per player is needed.
Driving Range31 min
Long irons (4,3,2) | Birdie-Par-Bogey Radius
Use long irons only to land the ball inside the radius. Hit one bucket of ~50 balls. Keep the score relative to PAR.
Driving Range31 min
Long irons (4,3,2) | L-R and R-L 9 Targets
Hit 5 balls to each randomly selected target while producing left-to-right and right-to-left shots, using long irons only. Hit one bucket of ~50 balls.
Putting18 min
Putting Aid: Alignment Mirror, 15/25
Make 15 out of 25 putts using an alignment mirror.
Putting15 min
One Handed, Ball Gate, 12 in a Row
Make 12 putts in a row, one-handed through the ball gate.
Course Details
Everything you need to know about Yosemite's Wawona (Alternate Tees).
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
2005 Wawona Road
Course Description
Yosemite National Park Lodging & Activities operates as the concessioner responsible for lodging, dining, and a wide range of year‑round activities within Yosemite National Park, California. The organization coordinates accommodations from The Ahwahnee to Yosemite Valley Lodge, Curry Village, and other lodging options, along with dining experiences and guided activities such as tours, hiking, and winter sports. It serves visitors planning trips to Yosemite, providing travel planning resources, environmental sustainability information, and park history insights as part of the park’s hospitality offerings. As a major operator within the national park, it focuses on guest experiences in a protected natural setting in central California, USA.
yosemite lodging • ahwahnee hotel • yosemite valley lodge • curry village • high sierra camps • yosemite dining experience • guided bus tours • yosemite planning • environmental sustainability • yosemite travel tips • badger pass ski area • yosemite national park activities • lodge packages • yosemite trips • park concessions • national park lodging • family travel yosemite • holiday events yosemite • yosemite gallery • hospitality • national park services • recreation • lodging • outdoor activities • customer service
Course Information
Holes
9
Par
70
Type
Parkland
Architect
Walter Fovargue
Opened
1918
Google Reviews
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Programs
Skill-Based Practice Programs for Yosemite's Wawona (Alternate Tees)
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 15 Programs
% match to course practice profileVisualize the path to the hole, for a 11-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Putting15-30 min11 HCP5 drills
Aim36%
Stroke17%
Scoring14%
Square up, for a 31-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Short Game~26 min31 HCP9 drills
Alignment31%
Scoring24%
Distance Control18%
Vary landing spot, for a 22-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Short Game~26 min22 HCP8 drills
Distance Control36%
Alignment15%
Accuracy13%
15 Week Flagship Program for Yosemite's Wawona (Alternate Tees)
A complete and progressive long-term development curriculum mapped from easier to harder drills, specifically for Yosemite's Wawona (Alternate Tees). Start with the basics and work your way towards more challenging drills. Commit to 15 weeks of training and get in proper shape. Four days counts as a week.
Weeks 1–2≤ 5 days
Putting · 3 ft (1m) only
Line Every Short Putt Precisely
Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 11.0
Weeks 2–3≤ 4 days
Putting · 6 ft (2m) only
Make All 6 Ft Putts
Difficulty: Expert · Program HCP 1.0
Weeks 3–5≤ 7 days
Short Game · Bump'n'Run
Square up and send it: perfect alignment for Bump'n'Runs
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 31.0
Weeks 5–7≤ 7 days
Short Game · Chip
Stop Ball on Dime
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 22.0
Weeks 7–9≤ 7 days
Short Game · Mixed
Save par with a clutch mixed shot—pressure drill
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 21.0
Weeks 9–11≤ 7 days
Short Game · Sand
Up-and-down contest: how many can you save in a row?
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 21.0
Weeks 11–12≤ 3 days
Driving Range · Woods (Hy,5W,3W)
Perfect your swing: mechanics for woods success
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Weeks 12–13≤ 6 days
Driving Range · Driver
Stop Missing Fairways with Driver
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Weeks 14–15≤ 5 days
Driving Range · Long irons (4,3,2)
Challenge: eliminate wild misses on long approaches
Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 17.0
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Consistent woods contact, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Driving Range~31 min35 HCP3 drills
Mechanics45%
Trajectory28%
Precision27%
Center green hits, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Driving Range~31 min17 HCP5 drills
Dispersion33%
Precision17%
Scoring16%
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Get StartedTurn into birdies, for a 21-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Short Game~26 min21 HCP9 drills
Scoring48%
Distance Control32%
Visualization20%
Save par clutch, for a 22-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Short Game~26 min21 HCP8 drills
Scoring28%
Accuracy18%
Distance Control16%
Stick flops to green, for a 16-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min16 HCP4 drills
Accuracy18%
Distance Control18%
Precision17%
Land close to pin, for a 17-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min17 HCP7 drills
Distance Control19%
Precision18%
Dispersion17%
Vary landing spot, for a 17-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min17 HCP3 drills
Distance Control42%
Dispersion18%
Accuracy17%
Hit fairways consistently, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Driving Range~31 min35 HCP6 drills
Precision29%
Mechanics22%
Trajectory19%
Stick to mid iron line, for a 9-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Driving Range~31 min9 HCP4 drills
Distance Control30%
Accuracy23%
Scoring18%
Avoid bunkers with long irons, for a 1-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Driving Range~31 min0 HCP3 drills
Dispersion25%
Distance Control23%
Accuracy23%
Improve driver accuracy, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Driving Range~31 min17 HCP3 drills
Scoring27%
Dispersion20%
Precision17%
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FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions about Yosemite's Wawona (Alternate Tees)
Get answers to common questions about playing Yosemite's Wawona (Alternate Tees) and what to expect.
How difficult is Yosemite's Wawona (Alternate Tees) for mid-handicap golfers?
From a scoring perspective, Yosemite's Wawona (Alternate Tees) challenges consistency. The 120 slope rating keeps it accessible for developing players. The course rating of 70 reflects on scoring relative to par 70.
What tees should a 15 handicap play at Yosemite's Wawona (Alternate Tees)?
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.
What is considered a good score at Yosemite's Wawona (Alternate Tees)?
With a course rating of 70 and par 70, a mid-handicap golfer would typically score in the mid to high 80s. Stronger players aiming to break 70 must manage approach shots and avoid penalty strokes.
How long is Yosemite's Wawona (Alternate Tees) and how does yardage affect play?
At a full length of 6500 yards, it balances distance with positional strategy.
What type of course is Yosemite's Wawona (Alternate Tees) 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 Yosemite's Wawona (Alternate Tees) strategically challenging?
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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