Practice Programs

Complete Golf Practice Blueprint for Bottle Lake Golf Club

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Christchurch, Canterbury, New Zealand

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Total Programs

16 complete programs built for this course

Unique Drills

Total unique drills across all programs

Skill Pillars

Accuracy · Aim · Alignment · Dispersion · Distance Control · Green Reading

Session Durations

3 days , 4 days , 5 days , 6 days , 7 days , 8 days , 9 days

AccuracyAimAlignmentDispersionDistance ControlGreen Reading+6 more

Bottle Lake Practice Profile

We've mapped a comprehensive practice profile for Bottle Lake, 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 30%Distance Control 26%Precision 15%Aim 14%Alignment 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.

15.4

Average HCP

Minimum HCP

29.1

Maximum HCP

Top Drills

Featured Drills for Bottle Lake

Most-used drills from for this course. Practice as standalone drills or scroll down for full programs.

Putting18 min

Putting Aid: String Line, 10/20

Make 10 out of 20 putts, underneath the hanging string line.

Short Game26 min

Bump-n-Run | Perpendicular Ball Lines | Multiple Targets

Align a bucket of balls next to the green (avg. bucket is 40 balls) into 2 perpendicular lines 20 balls per line and stop bump-n-run shots close to multiple targets. Count the number of successes.

Driving Range31 min

Wedges (LW to PW) | PAR 3 Challenge

Complete the PAR 3 Challenge using wedges only. Hit one bucket of ~50 balls.

Driving Range31 min

Wedges (LW to PW) | Birdie-Par-Bogey Radius

Use wedges only to land the ball inside the radius. Hit one bucket of ~50 balls. Keep the score relative to PAR.

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.

Driving Range30 min

Wedges (LW to PW) | Target Line (Longer)

Hit to different targets using wedges only. Hit one bucket of ~50 balls.

Course Details

Everything you need to know about Bottle Lake.

Contact Information

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Phone

+44 (0)1250 872622

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Fax

+44 (0) 1250 872622

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bottlelake@golf.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

115 Waitikiri Drive

Course Description

Bottle Lake Golf Club is a historic golf course established in 1940 in Christchurch, Canterbury. The club features parkland-like surroundings, elevated tees, greens, and water hazards that provide a challenging experience for golfers of all skill levels. The clubhouse and course operate seven days with a welcoming atmosphere for visitors, and the club offers facilities such as course tours and clubhouse hire to support golf events and gatherings. Located in Burwood, Christchurch, the club serves local players and visitors with membership options and green fee information available through its site.

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Course Information

Holes

Par

Type

Parkland

Architect

Herbert Fowler

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Programs

Skill-Based Practice Programs for Bottle Lake

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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Sink Mid-Distance Putts

Focus on ball roll and finish position, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.

Putting~18 min17 HCP3 drills

Aim38%

Alignment23%

Stroke22%

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Bump'n'Run From 5–10 Yds

Focus on clean contact, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.

Short Game~26 min35 HCP6 drills

Scoring39%

Alignment28%

Aim18%

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Land Ball 2–3 Feet From Pin

Save par consistently, for a 17-handicap player, ~15 minutes.

Short Game~26 min17 HCP3 drills

Scoring28%

Aim22%

Distance Control17%

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Maximize Mid-Irons In Regulation

Precision mid-irons, for a 1-handicap player, ~10 minutes.

Driving Range~31 min0 HCP5 drills

Distance Control24%

Scoring23%

Accuracy15%

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12 Week Flagship Program for Bottle Lake

A complete and progressive long-term development curriculum mapped from easier to harder drills, specifically for Bottle Lake. 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

Sink Mid-Distance Putts

Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 17.0

Weeks 1–3≤ 6 days

Short Game · Bump'n'Run

Bump'n'Run From 5–10 Yds

Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0

Weeks 3–4≤ 6 days

Short Game · Flop

Open up and let it fly: alignment for flop shots

Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 29.0

Weeks 4–6≤ 7 days

Short Game · Flop

Feet, hips, shoulders—are you set up for a high soft shot?

Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 28.0

Weeks 6–7≤ 5 days

Short Game · Sand

Open up and let it fly: alignment for bunker shots

Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 27.0

Week 8≤ 3 days

Short Game · Bump'n'Run

Land Ball 2–3 Feet From Pin

Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 17.0

Weeks 8–10≤ 7 days

Driving Range · Wedges (LW,SW,GW,PW)

Land it softly with the perfect trajectory

Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 27.0

Weeks 10–12≤ 7 days

Driving Range · Woods (Hy,5W,3W)

Hit the fairway with the perfect arc

Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 23.0

Week 12≤ 3 days

Driving Range · Driver

Control Driver Flight Path

Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 17.0

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Wedge Accuracy Advanced

Precision wedges, for a 1-handicap player, ~10 minutes.

Driving Range30-43 min0 HCP9 drills

Scoring32%

Distance Control29%

Accuracy17%

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Open up and let it fly: alignment for bunker shots

Check setup, for a 27-handicap player, ~20 minutes.

Short Game~26 min27 HCP5 drills

Alignment28%

Distance Control21%

Scoring16%

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Bump'n'Run 15–25 Yds From Tight Lies

Handle tight lies, for a 3-handicap player, ~10 minutes.

Short Game~26 min3 HCP4 drills

Distance Control45%

Trajectory19%

Precision15%

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Land 2 Feet From Hole

Escape successfully, for a 6-handicap player, ~10 minutes.

Short Game~26 min5 HCP9 drills

Precision25%

Dispersion17%

Aim16%

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Open up and let it fly: alignment for flop shots

Set up for high shot, for a 29-handicap player, ~20 minutes.

Short Game~26 min29 HCP6 drills

Alignment33%

Aim23%

Scoring20%

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Feet, hips, shoulders—are you set up for a high soft shot?

Check clubface, for a 28-handicap player, ~20 minutes.

Short Game~26 min28 HCP8 drills

Alignment29%

Distance Control23%

Accuracy14%

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Control Driver Flight Path

Control flight path, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.

Driving Range~31 min17 HCP3 drills

Scoring27%

Dispersion20%

Precision17%

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Precision Wedges

Precision wedges, for a 1-handicap player, ~10 minutes.

Driving Range30-31 min0 HCP5 drills

Scoring33%

Distance Control24%

Accuracy21%

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Land it softly with the perfect trajectory

Fade or draw wedges, for a 28-handicap player, ~20 minutes.

Driving Range~31 min27 HCP7 drills

Trajectory26%

Precision19%

Scoring19%

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Land it soft: consistent length on short shots

Control wedge rollout, for a 13-handicap player, ~15 minutes.

Driving Range30-31 min12 HCP7 drills

Distance Control38%

Scoring28%

Trajectory17%

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Hit the fairway with the perfect arc

Fade or draw woods, for a 23-handicap player, ~20 minutes.

Driving Range~31 min23 HCP7 drills

Trajectory26%

Precision24%

Mechanics19%

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Driver Fairway Accuracy Advanced

Precision from 200 yards, for a 1-handicap player, ~10 minutes.

Driving Range30-31 min0 HCP3 drills

Scoring27%

Dispersion22%

Precision18%

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Prepare for Tournaments at Bottle Lake

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 Bottle Lake

Get answers to common questions about playing Bottle Lake and what to expect.

How difficult is Bottle Lake for mid-handicap golfers?

From a scoring perspective, Bottle Lake challenges consistency. With a slope of 120, it remains playable for a wide handicap range. The course rating of 70 reflects on scoring relative to par 70.

What tees should a 15 handicap play at Bottle Lake?

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 Bottle Lake?

With a course rating of 70 and par 70, a mid-handicap golfer would typically score in the mid to high 80s. Stronger players aiming to break 70 must manage approach shots and avoid penalty strokes.

How long is Bottle Lake and how does yardage affect play?

Measuring 6500 yards at maximum length, scoring depends more on placement than raw power.

What type of course is Bottle Lake and how should I play it?

Bottle Lake 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 Bottle Lake 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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