Hit putts with both left and right breaks, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Putting~18 min17 HCP3 drills
Aim38%
Alignment23%
Stroke22%
Practice Programs
Complete Golf Practice Blueprint for Akasia Country Club
Discover tailored practice programs for this course.
Total Programs
17
17 complete programs built for this course
Unique Drills
92
Total unique drills across all programs
Skill Pillars
12
Accuracy · Aim · Alignment · Dispersion · Distance Control · Green Reading
Session Durations
6
3 days , 5 days , 6 days , 7 days , 8 days , 9 days
AccuracyAimAlignmentDispersionDistance ControlGreen Reading+6 more
Akasia Practice Profile
We've mapped a comprehensive practice profile for Akasia, 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 19%Aim 18%Alignment 14%
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.
20.8
Average HCP
14.5
Minimum HCP
35.4
Maximum HCP
Top Drills
Featured Drills for Akasia
Most-used drills from for this course. Practice as standalone drills or scroll down for full programs.
Putting18 min
Putting Aid: Chalk Line, 10/20
Make 10 out of 20 putts over the chalk starting line.
Short Game26 min
Flop | Rough | Above/Below Feet
Hit flop shot two buckets of balls (avg. bucket is 40 balls) from the sloped rough grass; one bucket with balls above feet level, one bucket with balls below feet level.
Driving Range31 min
Wedges (LW to PW) | Alternate Targets Challenge
Complete the Alternate Targets Challenge using wedges only. Hit one bucket of ~50 balls.
Short Game26 min
Flop | Deep Rough and Other | Above/Below Feet
Hit flop shot 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, one bucket with balls below feet level.
Short Game26 min
Flop | Parallel Piles | Quadrants
Align a bucket of balls (avg. bucket is 40 balls) into 10 equal parallel piles of 4 balls and stop flop shots inside quadrants. Count the number of successes.
Short Game26 min
Bump-n-Run | Perpendicular Piles | Bullseye 2x
Align a bucket of balls next to the green (avg. bucket is 40 balls) into 10 equal perpendicular piles of 4 balls and stop bump-n-run shots inside Bullseye. Count the number of balls in the inner and outer Bullseye.
Course Details
Everything you need to know about Akasia.
Contact Information
📞
Phone
+44 (0)1250 872622
📠
Fax
+44 (0) 1250 872622
✉️Email
proshop@akasiacc.co.za
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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
711 Waterbok Street
Map not available
Course Description
Akasia Golf Club is a 18-hole golf course located in Theresapark, north of Pretoria, at the foot of the Magaliesberg mountains. The club offers a full golfing experience with greens, a driving range, practice facilities, a golf shop, and coaching through Akasia Golf Academy, plus a large function hall for weddings and events. It serves golfers of all levels and hosts corporate golf days and junior programs, with year-round access and a bushveld setting featuring acacia trees and wildlife. The club is active in local golfing communities through Leagues and associations within Gauteng North.
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Course Information
Holes
18
Par
72
Type
Parkland
Opened
1994
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Programs
Skill-Based Practice Programs for Akasia
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 profilePrioritize short putts, for a 5-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Putting15-30 min4 HCP7 drills
Scoring34%
Precision25%
Aim16%
Land near hole, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Short Game~26 min35 HCP7 drills
Aim29%
Alignment26%
Scoring22%
Roll the ball low and straight, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Short Game~26 min35 HCP9 drills
Distance Control23%
Aim19%
Scoring19%
15 Week Flagship Program for Akasia
A complete and progressive long-term development curriculum mapped from easier to harder drills, specifically for Akasia. 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.
Week 1≤ 3 days
Putting · 9 ft (3m) only
Control 9 Ft Putts
Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 17.0
Weeks 1–3≤ 7 days
Putting · 3 ft (1m) only
Make Every Putt Count Accurately
Difficulty: Expert · Program HCP 4.0
Weeks 3–5≤ 7 days
Short Game · Flop
Flop 15–25 Yds From Sand Or Tight Lie
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Weeks 5–7≤ 7 days
Short Game · Bump'n'Run
Keep Ball Close To Hole
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Weeks 7–9≤ 7 days
Short Game · Bump'n'Run
Make Par Around the Green
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Weeks 9–10≤ 5 days
Short Game · Flop
Pick your landing spot and trust your swing—flop shot challenge
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 21.0
Weeks 10–12≤ 7 days
Driving Range · Short irons (9,8)
Hit Short Irons Close To Flag
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Weeks 12–13≤ 6 days
Driving Range · Woods (Hy,5W,3W)
Stop Missing 3-Wood Fairways
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Weeks 14–15≤ 5 days
Driving Range · Short irons (9,8)
Stop Missing Greens With Short Irons
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
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Eliminate wild misses, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Driving Range~31 min17 HCP5 drills
Dispersion33%
Precision17%
Scoring16%
Hit within 2-3 yards, for a 6-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Driving Range30-43 min6 HCP6 drills
Distance Control41%
Scoring28%
Accuracy19%
Land 3-4 feet away, for a 17-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min16 HCP3 drills
Accuracy34%
Scoring22%
Distance Control22%
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Get StartedUse a short swing, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Short Game~26 min35 HCP7 drills
Distance Control29%
Alignment21%
Scoring19%
Stop 2 feet away, for a 2-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Short Game~26 min2 HCP8 drills
Precision26%
Distance Control18%
Scoring15%
Get square for strike, for a 20-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Short Game~26 min20 HCP9 drills
Alignment29%
Distance Control25%
Accuracy25%
Fly over bunker, for a 22-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Short Game~26 min21 HCP5 drills
Aim26%
Alignment18%
Dispersion13%
Hit within 10 yards, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Driving Range~31 min17 HCP5 drills
Dispersion31%
Precision20%
Scoring16%
Maximize in regulation, for a 1-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Driving Range~31 min0 HCP7 drills
Scoring29%
Precision19%
Distance Control15%
Control 3-wood roll, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Driving Range~31 min35 HCP6 drills
Precision27%
Trajectory16%
Mechanics15%
Control distance, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Driving Range30-43 min17 HCP6 drills
Scoring26%
Distance Control26%
Trajectory18%
Control flight, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Driving Range~31 min35 HCP5 drills
Precision33%
Mechanics27%
Trajectory22%
Control flight, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Driving Range~31 min35 HCP8 drills
Precision32%
Mechanics23%
Trajectory17%
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Prepare for Tournaments at Akasia
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 Akasia
Get answers to common questions about playing Akasia and what to expect.
How difficult is Akasia for mid-handicap golfers?
Akasia presents a demanding test. This slope level makes it manageable compared to championship venues. The course rating of 70 reflects on scoring relative to par 72.
What tees should a 15 handicap play at Akasia?
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 Akasia?
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.
How long is Akasia 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 Akasia 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 Akasia 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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