Focus on ball roll and finish position, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Putting~18 min17 HCP3 drills
Aim38%
Alignment23%
Stroke22%
Practice Programs
Complete Golf Practice Blueprint for Awatoto Public Golf Course
Discover tailored practice programs for this course.
Total Programs
16
16 complete programs built for this course
Unique Drills
82
Total unique drills across all programs
Skill Pillars
11
Accuracy · Aim · Alignment · Dispersion · Distance Control · Green Reading
Session Durations
5
3 days , 4 days , 7 days , 8 days , 9 days
AccuracyAimAlignmentDispersionDistance ControlGreen Reading+5 more
Awatoto Public Practice Profile
We've mapped a comprehensive practice profile for Awatoto Public, 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 34%Distance Control 24%Precision 15%Aim 14%Accuracy 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.
14.4
Average HCP
7.9
Minimum HCP
27.5
Maximum HCP
Top Drills
Featured Drills for Awatoto Public
Most-used drills from for this course. Practice as standalone drills or scroll down for full programs.
Putting18 min
Putting Aid: Plane Board, Ball Gate, 10/20
Make 10 out of 20 putts through the ball gate, using plane board.
Short Game26 min
Bump-n-Run | Deep Rough and Other | Above/Below Feet
Hit bump-n-run 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.
Driving Range31 min
Wedges (LW to PW) | Visualized Course
Use imagination to hit any type of shot within self-set boundaries, using wedges only. Hit one bucket of ~50 balls.
Short Game26 min
Bump-n-Run | Parallel Piles | Bullseye 2x
Align a bucket of balls (avg. bucket is 40 balls) into 10 equal parallel piles of 4 balls next to the green and stop bump-n-run shots inside Bullseye. Count the number of balls in the inner and outer Bullseye.
Short Game26 min
Chip | Scattered Piles | 9 Stop Zones
Up to 5 players compete to stop a chip 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.
Short Game26 min
Chip | Parallel Ball Lines | Bullseye 2x
Align a bucket of balls (avg. bucket is 40 balls) into 2 parallel lines 20 balls per line and stop chip shots inside the Bullseye. Count the number of balls in the inner and outer Bullseye.
Course Details
Everything you need to know about Awatoto Public.
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
200 Awatoto Road
Course Description
Maraenui Golf Club is a historic 18-hole golf course located in Napier, Hawke’s Bay, New Zealand. The course is flat and easy to walk with tree-lined fairways, offering bunkering and greens designed for players of all levels. It welcomes green fee players and offers a range of membership options for men, women, students and juniors, with frequent events and tournaments. The club is situated just off Marine Parade, about a short drive from Napier city and Hastings, and operates with strong community involvement and visitor access.
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Course Information
Holes
9
Par
30
Type
Parkland
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Programs
Skill-Based Practice Programs for Awatoto Public
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 16 Programs
% match to course practice profileSink with precision, for a 2-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Putting15-30 min2 HCP3 drills
Scoring30%
Aim28%
Precision22%
Roll the ball low and straight, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Short Game~26 min35 HCP3 drills
Scoring31%
Aim24%
Accuracy15%
Land close to pin, for a 17-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min17 HCP9 drills
Distance Control26%
Accuracy17%
Precision16%
12 Week Flagship Program for Awatoto Public
A complete and progressive long-term development curriculum mapped from easier to harder drills, specifically for Awatoto Public. 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 · 9 ft (3m) only
Pace Putts To Hole
Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 17.0
Weeks 1–2≤ 3 days
Putting · 3 ft (1m) only
Focus On Cup Accuracy
Difficulty: Expert · Program HCP 2.0
Weeks 2–3≤ 3 days
Short Game · Bump'n'Run
Keep Ball Close To Hole
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Weeks 3–5≤ 7 days
Short Game · Bump'n'Run
Make Par Around the Green
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Weeks 5–7≤ 7 days
Short Game · Chip
Save Par with Clutch Chip
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 30.0
Weeks 7–9≤ 7 days
Short Game · Chip
Up-and-Down Contest
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 28.0
Weeks 9–10≤ 3 days
Driving Range · Woods (Hy,5W,3W)
Center of the fairway: reduce misses on approach shots
Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 17.0
Weeks 10–11≤ 3 days
Driving Range · Long irons (4,3,2)
Long Iron Distance Control
Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 17.0
Weeks 11–12≤ 4 days
Driving Range · Woods (Hy,5W,3W)
Can you avoid the rough from 150-200 yards?
Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 13.0
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Improve accuracy, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Driving Range~31 min17 HCP3 drills
Distance Control25%
Trajectory22%
Scoring20%
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Get StartedConsistent mid iron length, for a 11-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Driving Range30-31 min11 HCP8 drills
Distance Control34%
Scoring21%
Dispersion14%
Use a short swing, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Short Game~26 min35 HCP9 drills
Scoring31%
Aim20%
Distance Control16%
Land softly, for a 3-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Short Game~26 min3 HCP8 drills
Precision29%
Dispersion17%
Distance Control16%
Save par clutch, for a 29-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Short Game~26 min28 HCP9 drills
Scoring30%
Aim17%
Alignment16%
Land 2 feet away, for a 1-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Short Game~26 min0 HCP7 drills
Scoring46%
Distance Control27%
Visualization21%
Save par clutch, for a 31-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Short Game23-26 min30 HCP8 drills
Scoring40%
Aim19%
Distance Control15%
Land 2 feet away, for a 1-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Short Game~26 min0 HCP8 drills
Scoring46%
Distance Control28%
Visualization22%
Precision wedges, for a 1-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Driving Range30-43 min0 HCP9 drills
Scoring32%
Distance Control29%
Accuracy17%
Keep within 8 yards, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Driving Range30-31 min17 HCP3 drills
Precision39%
Dispersion34%
Distance Control12%
Avoid rough with woods, for a 13-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Driving Range~31 min13 HCP4 drills
Accuracy29%
Distance Control25%
Scoring21%
Maximize greens in regulation, for a 1-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Driving Range31-43 min0 HCP3 drills
Scoring36%
Precision19%
Distance Control15%
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Prepare for Tournaments at Awatoto Public
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 Awatoto Public
Get answers to common questions about playing Awatoto Public and what to expect.
How difficult is Awatoto Public for mid-handicap golfers?
From a scoring perspective, Awatoto Public challenges consistency. The 120 slope rating keeps it accessible for developing players. The course rating of 70 reflects on scoring relative to par 30.
What tees should a 15 handicap play at Awatoto Public?
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 Awatoto Public?
With a course rating of 70 and par 30, a mid-handicap golfer would typically score in the mid to high 80s. Stronger players aiming to break 30 must manage approach shots and avoid penalty strokes.
How long is Awatoto Public and how does yardage affect play?
At a full length of 6500 yards, it balances distance with positional strategy.
What type of course is Awatoto Public 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 Awatoto Public 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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