Practice Programs
We studied this course layout and mapped exact drills around stroke index, handicap index and distances. Practice like you know Gary Player.
Total Programs
17
17 complete programs built for this course
Unique Drills
84
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 Gary Player, 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 10 out of 20 putts.
Hit bump-n-run two buckets of balls (avg. bucket is 40 balls) from the flat deep rough and other extreme grass types.
Hit 15 balls to each landing zone using short irons only. Hit one bucket of ~50 balls. Count total number of successful shots.
Complete the Ladder Challenge using short irons only. Hit one bucket of ~50 balls.
Produce left-to-right and right-to-left shots using short irons only. Hit one bucket of ~50 balls.
Hit bump-n-run two buckets of balls (avg. bucket is 40 balls) from the sloped fairway; one bucket with balls above feet level, and one bucket with balls below feet level.
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70705 Ramon Road
The Westin Mission Hills is a golf resort located in Rancho Mirage, California, offering luxurious accommodations, championship golf, and various amenities such as pools, spa, and dining options.
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Holes
36
Par
72
Type
Parkland
Architect
Gary Player
Opened
1991
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Drill Library
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Curated selection of drills based on Gary Player hole-by-hole data.
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Free eBook
Curated selection of drills based on Gary Player hole-by-hole data.
Available immediately. No cost. Download link + Email Delivery
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Free eBook
Curated selection of drills based on Gary Player hole-by-hole data.
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Free eBook
Curated selection of drills based on Gary Player hole-by-hole data.
Available immediately. No cost. Download link + Email Delivery
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Free eBook
Curated selection of drills based on Gary Player 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 17 Programs
% match to course practice profileFocus on positive outcomes, for a 3-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Read breaks and aim precisely, for a 2-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
A complete and progressive long-term development curriculum mapped from easier to harder drills, specifically for Gary Player. 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 46 days 64 page practice program designed specifically around this course hole by hole data.
Putting · 9 ft (3m) only
Make More Putts Consistently
Difficulty: Expert · Program HCP 2.0
Putting · 6 ft (2m) only
Sink Every Mid Putt
Difficulty: Expert · Program HCP 1.0
Short Game · Bump'n'Run
Get your feet, hips, and clubface working together for pure contact
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Short Game · Flop
Hit Flop & Avoid Big Numbers
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Short Game · Pitch
Dial in your aim: pitch to a tight pin
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 24.0
Short Game · Bump'n'Run
Bump'n'Run 10–20 Yds
Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 17.0
Driving Range · Long irons (4,3,2)
Feet, hips, shoulders—consistent contact every time
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 · Short irons (9,8)
Control the height: spin and roll as needed
Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 17.0
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Land near hole, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Land near the pin, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Control short iron height, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Reduce misses, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
See the shot, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Land near the pin, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
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Get StartedStop 2 feet away, for a 3-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Test your setup, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Hit intended line, for a 24-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Maximize in regulation, for a 1-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Control trajectory, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Control distance, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Improve accuracy, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Avoid hooks and slices, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Maximize in regulation, for a 1-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
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FAQ
Get answers to common questions about playing Gary Player and what to expect.
Players often find Gary Player technically exacting. The 120 slope rating keeps it accessible for developing players. 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.
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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