69% match
For White W Sept 2020 tees
Turn into par saves, for a 15-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min14 HCP8 drills
Scoring34%
Precision16%
Distance Control13%
Practice Programs
Complete Golf Practice Blueprint for Ben Ohau Golf Club
Discover tailored practice programs for this course.
Total Programs
37
37 complete programs built for this course
Unique Drills
159
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
Ben Ohau Golf Club Practice Profile
We've mapped a comprehensive practice profile for Ben Ohau Golf Club, 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 28%Distance Control 24%Precision 20%Trajectory 13%Accuracy 12%
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.
19.2
Average HCP
9.7
Minimum HCP
37.3
Maximum HCP
Top Drills
Featured Drills for Ben Ohau Golf Club
Most-used drills from for this course. Practice as standalone drills or scroll down for full programs.
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Putting18 min
Stop the Ball: Circle, Eyes Closed [Long]
Stop the ball inside the circle with your eyes closed.
Short Game26 min
DIY Course Easy
Up to 5 players play easy-difficulty 9 hole ‘PAR 2’ DIY course. Best final score wins.
Driving Range31 min
Woods (Hy to 3W) | Opposite Shots Challenge
Complete the Opposite Shots Challenge using woods only. Hit one bucket of ~50 balls.
Driving Range31 min
Driver | Takeaway
Work only on takeaway using driver only. Hit one bucket of ~50 balls.
Driving Range31 min
Driver | Backswing
Work only on backswing using driver only. Hit one bucket of ~50 balls.
Driving Range31 min
Driver | Impact and Follow Through
Work only on 'impact and follow through' using driver only. Hit one bucket of ~50 balls.
Course Details
Everything you need to know about Ben Ohau Golf Club.
Contact Information
📞
Phone
+44 (0)1250 872622
📠
Fax
+44 (0) 1250 872622
✉️Email
benohaugolf@xtra.co.nz
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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
Course Information
Holes
9
Par
36
Type
Parkland
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Scorecard
Course Scorecard & Tee Insights
Toggle the colour-coded tees to reveal hole-by-hole pars, handicaps, yardages, and gender-specific ratings for Ben Ohau Golf Club, all within a single responsive scorecard.
Scorecard data available for White W Sept 2020
Men's Tees
Women's Tees
P
Purple M June 2019 Tee
Gender: MalePar 361513 yards1383 metersCR 28.3Bogey 36.2Slope 85
Gender: Male
Front Nine · CR 28.3 · BR 36.2 · Slope 85
| Hole | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Par | 4 | 4 | 5 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 5 | 3 | 4 | 36 |
| Handicap | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| Yardage | 185 | 172 | 217 | 152 | 190 | 96 | 255 | 82 | 164 | 1513 |
W
White M Feb 2019 Tee
Gender: MalePar 726520 yards5962 metersCR 70.5Bogey 91.7Slope 114
Gender: Male
Front Nine · CR 35.3 · BR 46.0 · Slope 115
Back Nine · CR 35.2 · BR 45.7 · Slope 113
| Hole | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | IN | 10 | 11 | 12 | 13 | 14 | 15 | 16 | 17 | 18 | OUT | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Par | 5 | 4 | 5 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 36 | 5 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 5 | 3 | 4 | 36 | 72 |
| Handicap | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| Yardage | 527 | 327 | 537 | 335 | 346 | 207 | 441 | 149 | 400 | 3269 | 571 | 364 | 344 | 335 | 385 | 185 | 509 | 149 | 409 | 3251 | 6520 |
Y
Yellow M September 2020 Tee
Gender: MalePar 725733 yards5242 metersCR 67.1Bogey 86.9Slope 107
Gender: Male
Front Nine · CR 33.5 · BR 43.6 · Slope 109
Back Nine · CR 33.6 · BR 43.3 · Slope 104
| Hole | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | IN | 10 | 11 | 12 | 13 | 14 | 15 | 16 | 17 | 18 | OUT | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Par | 5 | 3 | 5 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 5 | 3 | 4 | 36 | 5 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 5 | 3 | 4 | 36 | 72 |
| Handicap | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| Yardage | 460 | 184 | 493 | 335 | 346 | 141 | 441 | 122 | 352 | 2874 | 460 | 289 | 343 | 335 | 351 | 166 | 441 | 122 | 352 | 2859 | 5733 |
P
Purple W June 2019 Tee
Gender: FemalePar 361513 yards1383 metersCR 28.9Bogey 38.6Slope 82
Gender: Female
Front Nine · CR 28.9 · BR 38.6 · Slope 82
| Hole | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Par | 4 | 4 | 5 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 5 | 3 | 4 | 36 |
| Handicap | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| Yardage | 185 | 172 | 217 | 152 | 190 | 96 | 255 | 82 | 164 | 1513 |
W
White W Sept 2020 Tee
Gender: FemalePar 726520 yards5962 metersCR 77.2Bogey 106.3Slope 124
Gender: Female
Front Nine · CR 38.7 · BR 53.3 · Slope 124
Back Nine · CR 38.5 · BR 53.0 · Slope 123
| Hole | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | IN | 10 | 11 | 12 | 13 | 14 | 15 | 16 | 17 | 18 | OUT | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Par | 5 | 4 | 5 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 36 | 5 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 5 | 3 | 4 | 36 | 72 |
| Handicap | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| Yardage | 527 | 327 | 537 | 335 | 346 | 207 | 441 | 149 | 400 | 3269 | 571 | 365 | 343 | 335 | 385 | 185 | 509 | 149 | 409 | 3251 | 6520 |
Y
Yellow W Feb 2019 Tee
Gender: FemalePar 725736 yards5245 metersCR 72.7Bogey 99.6Slope 114
Gender: Female
Front Nine · CR 36.4 · BR 49.9 · Slope 114
Back Nine · CR 36.3 · BR 49.7 · Slope 114
| Hole | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | IN | 10 | 11 | 12 | 13 | 14 | 15 | 16 | 17 | 18 | OUT | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Par | 5 | 3 | 5 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 5 | 3 | 4 | 36 | 5 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 5 | 3 | 4 | 36 | 72 |
| Handicap | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| Yardage | 461 | 184 | 493 | 335 | 346 | 141 | 441 | 123 | 352 | 2876 | 461 | 289 | 343 | 335 | 351 | 166 | 441 | 122 | 352 | 2860 | 5736 |
Programs
Skill-Based Practice Programs for Ben Ohau Golf Club
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 37 Programs
% match to course practice profile54% match
For White W Sept 2020 tees
Up-and-down contest, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min17 HCP6 drills
Scoring48%
Distance Control31%
Visualization21%
58% match
For White W Sept 2020 tees
Match swing to trajectory, for a 26-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Driving Range~31 min26 HCP7 drills
Trajectory31%
Precision23%
Mechanics19%
74% match
For White W Sept 2020 tees
Hit within 5 yards, for a 7-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Driving Range~31 min7 HCP5 drills
Distance Control38%
Scoring24%
Trajectory13%
11 Week Flagship Program for Ben Ohau Golf Club
A complete and progressive long-term development curriculum mapped from easier to harder drills, specifically for Ben Ohau Golf Club. Start with the basics and work your way towards more challenging drills. Commit to 11 weeks of training and get in proper shape. Four days counts as a week.
Week 1≤ 3 days
Putting · 3 ft (1m) only
Aim To Hit Center Every Time
Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 17.0
Weeks 1–2≤ 3 days
Short Game · Bump'n'Run
Dial in your touch from the fringe—leave yourself a no-stress putt
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 29.0
Weeks 2–3≤ 4 days
Driving Range · Mid irons (7,6,5)
Check your setup: avoid fat or thin shots
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Weeks 3–4≤ 5 days
Putting · Long (20+ ft)
Control Roll On Every Long Putt
Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 14.0
Weeks 4–6≤ 7 days
Short Game · Chip
Hit Intended Line
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 29.0
Weeks 6–7≤ 6 days
Driving Range · Driver
Driver Fairway Accuracy For Beginners
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Weeks 8–9≤ 6 days
Putting · Long (20+ ft)
Sink Long Putts Precisely
Difficulty: Advanced · Program HCP 6.0
Weeks 9–10≤ 4 days
Short Game · Sand
Turn bunker shots into par saves—score from the sand
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 24.0
Weeks 10–11≤ 3 days
Driving Range · Woods (Hy,5W,3W)
Perfect your swing: mechanics for woods success
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
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34% match
For White W Sept 2020 tees
Consistent mid iron contact, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Driving Range~31 min35 HCP4 drills
Mechanics45%
Precision30%
Trajectory25%
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Get Started36% match
For White M Feb 2019 tees
Control extended rolls, for a 14-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Putting18-27 min14 HCP5 drills
Dispersion40%
Accuracy30%
Distance Control8%
31% match
For White M Feb 2019 tees
Visualize long lines, for a 6-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Putting15-18 min6 HCP6 drills
Distance Control40%
Visualization38%
Dispersion16%
70% match
For White M Feb 2019 tees
Can you stop the ball close from the sand?
Short Game~26 min21 HCP3 drills
Distance Control39%
Precision15%
Alignment12%
47% match
For White M Feb 2019 tees
Chip through gate, for a 21-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Short Game~26 min20 HCP6 drills
Aim31%
Alignment18%
Scoring14%
57% match
For White M Feb 2019 tees
Pitch close, for a 14-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min14 HCP9 drills
Accuracy33%
Scoring31%
Distance Control14%
79% match
For White M Feb 2019 tees
Precision 3-wood shots, for a 1-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Driving Range30-31 min0 HCP7 drills
Scoring29%
Precision18%
Distance Control13%
34% match
For White M Feb 2019 tees
Hit fairways consistently, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Driving Range~31 min35 HCP6 drills
Precision29%
Mechanics23%
Trajectory19%
74% match
For White M Feb 2019 tees
Control distance, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Driving Range~31 min17 HCP3 drills
Distance Control27%
Scoring20%
Trajectory20%
8% match
For Yellow W Feb 2019 tees
Control pace on every putt, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Putting18-30 min17 HCP3 drills
Aim32%
Stroke28%
Alignment23%
58% match
For Yellow W Feb 2019 tees
Thread the gap, for a 7-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Short Game~26 min7 HCP7 drills
Precision27%
Distance Control24%
Dispersion17%
54% match
For Yellow W Feb 2019 tees
Match plan to shot, for a 20-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min19 HCP7 drills
Scoring45%
Distance Control32%
Visualization22%
54% match
For Yellow W Feb 2019 tees
Dial in touch, for a 29-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Short Game~26 min29 HCP3 drills
Accuracy31%
Scoring30%
Distance Control12%
Unlock Your Golf Potential
Get personalized coaching and custom training programs tailored to your game.
Get Started78% match
For Yellow W Feb 2019 tees
Maximize control, for a 1-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Driving Range~31 min0 HCP3 drills
Scoring36%
Precision23%
Trajectory17%
34% match
For Yellow W Feb 2019 tees
Hit fairways consistently, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Driving Range~31 min35 HCP6 drills
Precision29%
Mechanics22%
Trajectory19%
75% match
For Yellow W Feb 2019 tees
Achieve distance consistency, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Driving Range~31 min17 HCP3 drills
Scoring27%
Dispersion20%
Precision17%
64% match
For Yellow M September 2020 tees
Challenge limits, for a 23-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Short Game~26 min23 HCP3 drills
Distance Control28%
Precision23%
Dispersion18%
66% match
For Yellow M September 2020 tees
Save par clutch, for a 25-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Short Game~26 min24 HCP4 drills
Accuracy24%
Scoring22%
Distance Control21%
73% match
For Yellow M September 2020 tees
Fade or draw woods, for a 25-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Driving Range~31 min25 HCP8 drills
Trajectory25%
Precision22%
Scoring17%
73% match
For Yellow M September 2020 tees
Consistent short iron rollout, for a 9-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Driving Range~31 min9 HCP4 drills
Distance Control31%
Scoring25%
Trajectory15%
57% match
For Yellow M September 2020 tees
Fade or draw short irons, for a 30-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Driving Range~31 min30 HCP8 drills
Trajectory30%
Precision23%
Mechanics23%
58% match
For Purple M June 2019 tees
Finish putts in one motion, for a 2-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Putting15-24 min1 HCP4 drills
Precision34%
Scoring33%
Aim20%
55% match
For Purple M June 2019 tees
Pick landing spot, for a 23-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Short Game~26 min23 HCP9 drills
Accuracy32%
Distance Control20%
Alignment16%
54% match
For Purple M June 2019 tees
Up-and-down contest, for a 17-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min17 HCP5 drills
Scoring43%
Distance Control32%
Visualization25%
46% match
For Purple M June 2019 tees
Get square for strike, for a 20-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Short Game~26 min20 HCP4 drills
Distance Control34%
Alignment25%
Dispersion21%
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Get Started53% match
For Purple M June 2019 tees
Center green hits, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Driving Range~31 min17 HCP5 drills
Dispersion33%
Precision17%
Scoring16%
73% match
For Purple M June 2019 tees
Fade or draw woods, for a 25-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Driving Range~31 min25 HCP8 drills
Trajectory24%
Precision21%
Scoring17%
41% match
For Purple W June 2019 tees
Visualize perfect chip, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min17 HCP4 drills
Scoring45%
Accuracy30%
Visualization25%
45% match
For Purple W June 2019 tees
Hit intended line, for a 30-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Short Game23-26 min29 HCP7 drills
Aim38%
Scoring18%
Precision13%
51% match
For Purple W June 2019 tees
Aim for soft landing, for a 24-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Short Game23-26 min23 HCP4 drills
Aim36%
Distance Control24%
Scoring13%
34% match
For Purple W June 2019 tees
Consistent woods contact, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Driving Range~31 min35 HCP3 drills
Mechanics45%
Trajectory28%
Precision27%
47% match
For Purple W June 2019 tees
Center fairway hits, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Driving Range30-31 min17 HCP7 drills
Dispersion33%
Precision31%
Scoring14%
69% match
For Purple W June 2019 tees
Stick to mid iron line, for a 11-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Driving Range~31 min10 HCP6 drills
Distance Control27%
Accuracy24%
Scoring19%
2026
Prepare for Tournaments at Ben Ohau Golf Club
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 Ben Ohau Golf Club
Get answers to common questions about playing Ben Ohau Golf Club and what to expect.
How difficult is Ben Ohau Golf Club for mid-handicap golfers?
Ben Ohau Golf Club presents a demanding test. With a slope of 124.0, it remains playable for a wide handicap range. The course rating of 77.2 reflects on scoring relative to par 36.
What tees should a 15 handicap play at Ben Ohau Golf Club?
A 15 handicap golfer should consider tees closer to 4016 yards. The back tees extend to 6520.0 yards, which makes approach shots longer and scoring more challenging.
What is considered a good score at Ben Ohau Golf Club?
With a course rating of 77.2 and par 36, a mid-handicap golfer would typically score in the mid to high 80s. Stronger players aiming to break 36 must manage approach shots and avoid penalty strokes.
How long is Ben Ohau Golf Club and how does yardage affect play?
Measuring 6520.0 yards at maximum length, scoring depends more on placement than raw power.
What type of course is Ben Ohau Golf Club and how should I play it?
Ben Ohau Golf Club is designed as a Parkland layout. 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 Ben Ohau Golf Club strategically challenging?
The combination of a slope rating of 124.0 and yardage reaching 6520.0 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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