Prioritize short putts, for a 9-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Putting~30 min8 HCP3 drills
Scoring40%
Green Reading18%
Precision17%
Practice Programs
Complete Golf Practice Blueprint for White Sands Golf Course
Discover tailored practice programs for this course.
Total Programs
15
15 complete programs built for this course
Unique Drills
73
Total unique drills across all programs
Skill Pillars
12
Accuracy · Aim · Alignment · Dispersion · Distance Control · Green Reading
Session Durations
6
3 days , 4 days , 5 days , 6 days , 7 days , 9 days
AccuracyAimAlignmentDispersionDistance ControlGreen Reading+6 more
White Sands Practice Profile
We've mapped a comprehensive practice profile for White Sands, 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 27%Precision 23%Distance Control 21%Aim 15%Dispersion 11%
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.
20.4
Average HCP
12.5
Minimum HCP
32.1
Maximum HCP
Top Drills
Featured Drills for White Sands
Most-used drills from for this course. Practice as standalone drills or scroll down for full programs.
Putting30 min
Putting Aid: Plane Board, Ball Gate, 50 in a Row
Make 50 putts in a row through the ball gate, using plane board.
Short Game26 min
Sand Mid
Hit two buckets of balls (avg. bucket is 40 balls) from the sand.
Driving Range31 min
Woods (Hy to 3W) | Around the Stick
Curve the ball around the alignment stick using using woods only. Hit one bucket of ~50 balls.
Driving Range31 min
Woods (Hy to 3W) | Downswing
Work only on downswing using woods only. Hit one bucket of ~50 balls.
Driving Range31 min
Woods (Hy to 3W) | Backswing
Work only on backswing using woods only. Hit one bucket of ~50 balls.
Driving Range31 min
Woods (Hy to 3W) | Landing Spot
Land the ball in the landing spot using woods only. Hit one bucket of ~50 balls. Count total number of successful shots.
Course Details
Everything you need to know about White Sands.
Contact Information
📞
Phone
+44 (0)1250 872622
📠
Fax
+44 (0) 1250 872622
✉️Email
greg@whitesandsgolf.ca
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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
1705 St. Joseph Boulevard
Course Description
White Sands Golf Course is a public golf facility located in Orleans (Ottawa), Ontario. The course features a nine-hole par-three layout and a large driving range with a grass deck, plus a practice area for chipping and short game work. It offers golf instruction from PGA of Canada professionals and hosts memberships, punch cards, and various rate options for the course and range. The venue also provides course details, photographs, testimonials, and a course tour, with tee times and seasonal hours posted for visitors.
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Course Information
Holes
9
Par
27
Type
Parkland
Architect
Graham Cooke
Opened
2006
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Programs
Skill-Based Practice Programs for White Sands
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 profileLand close to pin, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Short Game~26 min34 HCP3 drills
Aim27%
Scoring23%
Dispersion17%
Feel the green, for a 29-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Short Game~26 min29 HCP9 drills
Distance Control36%
Aim15%
Precision13%
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Get StartedMaximize driver distance, for a 1-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Driving Range~31 min0 HCP4 drills
Scoring26%
Precision24%
Dispersion16%
12 Week Flagship Program for White Sands
A complete and progressive long-term development curriculum mapped from easier to harder drills, specifically for White Sands. 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.
Week 1≤ 3 days
Putting · 3 ft (1m) only
Reduce Short Putts
Difficulty: Advanced · Program HCP 8.0
Weeks 1–3≤ 6 days
Short Game · Bump'n'Run
Visualize your line, then make it happen on every shot
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Week 3≤ 3 days
Short Game · Sand
Land Bunker Shots Close To Pin
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 34.0
Weeks 4–6≤ 7 days
Short Game · Bump'n'Run
Master the art of touch: no more long comeback putts
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 29.0
Weeks 6–7≤ 6 days
Short Game · Sand
Open up and let it fly: alignment for bunker shots
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 24.0
Weeks 7–9≤ 7 days
Driving Range · Woods (Hy,5W,3W)
Control 3-Wood Roll
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Weeks 9–11≤ 7 days
Driving Range · Woods (Hy,5W,3W)
Control 3-Wood Roll
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Weeks 11–12≤ 4 days
Driving Range · Wedges (LW,SW,GW,PW)
Stop Missed Wedge Shots
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Week 12≤ 3 days
Driving Range · Short irons (9,8)
Reduce Misses With Short Irons
Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 17.0
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Control 3-wood roll, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Driving Range~31 min35 HCP7 drills
Precision28%
Aim15%
Trajectory14%
Land 3-4 feet away, for a 16-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min16 HCP9 drills
Scoring45%
Distance Control32%
Visualization23%
Vary landing spot, for a 24-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Short Game~26 min24 HCP6 drills
Distance Control27%
Alignment25%
Precision18%
Flop from bunkers, for a 2-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Short Game~26 min2 HCP7 drills
Precision29%
Aim22%
Scoring16%
Set a target, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Short Game~26 min35 HCP6 drills
Aim30%
Scoring28%
Alignment17%
Control the rollout distance, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min17 HCP4 drills
Scoring31%
Accuracy28%
Precision16%
Handle tight lies, for a 3-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Short Game~26 min3 HCP4 drills
Distance Control45%
Trajectory19%
Precision15%
Control 3-wood roll, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Driving Range~31 min35 HCP7 drills
Precision28%
Aim15%
Trajectory14%
Stop missed shots, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Driving Range~31 min35 HCP4 drills
Precision24%
Scoring20%
Trajectory15%
Keep within 6 yards, for a 12-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Driving Range30-31 min11 HCP5 drills
Dispersion30%
Precision22%
Distance Control16%
Control distance, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Driving Range~31 min17 HCP3 drills
Distance Control27%
Trajectory20%
Scoring20%
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FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions about White Sands
Get answers to common questions about playing White Sands and what to expect.
How difficult is White Sands for mid-handicap golfers?
Players often find White Sands technically exacting. This slope level makes it manageable compared to championship venues. The course rating of 70 reflects on scoring relative to par 27.
What tees should a 15 handicap play at White Sands?
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 White Sands?
With a course rating of 70 and par 27, a mid-handicap golfer would typically score in the mid to high 80s. Stronger players aiming to break 27 must manage approach shots and avoid penalty strokes.
How long is White Sands and how does yardage affect play?
Stretching to 6500 yards from the back tees, it does not overwhelm length but rewards accuracy.
What type of course is White Sands 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 White Sands 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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