Practice Programs

Complete Golf Practice Blueprint for Clearwater Golf Club

Discover tailored practice programs for this course.

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Total Programs

14 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 , 9 days

AccuracyAimAlignmentDispersionDistance ControlGreen Reading+5 more

Clearwater Practice Profile

We've mapped a comprehensive practice profile for Clearwater, 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 35%Distance Control 25%Precision 13%Accuracy 12%Aim 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.

18.1

Average HCP

10.7

Minimum HCP

29.5

Maximum HCP

Top Drills

Featured Drills for Clearwater

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

Putting18 min

Stop the Ball: on the Fringe [Long]

Stop the ball on the fringe. Hit 20 balls.

Short Game26 min

Sand | Parallel Ball Lines | Bullseye 2x

Up to 5 players compete to stop a sand shot in the bullseye. The best final score relative to PAR wins the challenge. Up to 80 balls are needed.

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

Sand | Scattered Piles | Quadrants

Scatter a bucket of balls in the sand (avg. bucket is 40 balls) into 8 equal piles of 5 balls and stop sand shots inside quadrants. Count the number of successes.

Putting18 min

Stop the Ball: Circle [Long]

Stop the ball inside the circle.

Putting27 min

Stop the Ball: Circle, Three Tees Triangle [Long]

Stop the ball inside the circle.

Course Details

Everything you need to know about Clearwater.

Contact Information

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Phone

+44 (0)1250 872622

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Fax

+44 (0) 1250 872622

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play@clearwatergolf.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

45 Clearwater Avenue

Course Description

Clearwater Golf Resort is a golfing destination in Christchurch, New Zealand, offering a championship golf course, practice areas, and resort facilities. It's a community-driven club with equal status for all members, located near Christchurch International Airport.

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Course Information

Holes

Par

Type

Parkland

Architect

Sir Bob Charles

Opened

2002

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Programs

Skill-Based Practice Programs for Clearwater

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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Hit Every Long Putt

Repeat same distance putts to master touch, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.

Putting15-27 min17 HCP4 drills

Distance Control35%

Visualization25%

Dispersion22%

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Focus On Cup Accuracy

Perfect aim and stroke, for a 3-handicap player, ~10 minutes.

Putting15-30 min2 HCP5 drills

Scoring33%

Precision24%

Aim17%

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Land Bunker Shots Close To Pin

Hit from sand, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.

Short Game~26 min34 HCP5 drills

Aim22%

Scoring16%

Dispersion14%

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Bump'n'Run From 5–10 Yds

Use a short swing, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.

Short Game~26 min35 HCP9 drills

Aim21%

Distance Control21%

Scoring18%

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13 Week Flagship Program for Clearwater

A complete and progressive long-term development curriculum mapped from easier to harder drills, specifically for Clearwater. Start with the basics and work your way towards more challenging drills. Commit to 13 weeks of training and get in proper shape. Four days counts as a week.

Week 1≤ 4 days

Putting · Long (20+ ft)

Hit Every Long Putt

Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 17.0

Weeks 2–3≤ 5 days

Putting · 3 ft (1m) only

Focus On Cup Accuracy

Difficulty: Expert · Program HCP 2.0

Weeks 3–5≤ 7 days

Short Game · Bump'n'Run

Bump'n'Run From 5–10 Yds

Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0

Weeks 5–6≤ 5 days

Short Game · Sand

Land Bunker Shots Close To Pin

Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 34.0

Weeks 6–8≤ 7 days

Short Game · Bump'n'Run

Dial in your touch from the fringe—leave yourself a no-stress putt

Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 25.0

Weeks 8–9≤ 5 days

Short Game · Sand

Save par with a clutch bunker shot—pressure drill

Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 17.0

Weeks 9–11≤ 6 days

Driving Range · Wedges (LW,SW,GW,PW)

Control Wedge Roll

Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0

Week 11≤ 3 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 · Wedges (LW,SW,GW,PW)

Wedge Distance Control

Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 17.0

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Precision Wedges

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

Driving Range30-31 min0 HCP6 drills

Scoring33%

Distance Control27%

Accuracy17%

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Hit Short Irons Close To Flag

Hit close to flag, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.

Driving Range~31 min35 HCP3 drills

Mechanics45%

Precision28%

Trajectory27%

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Save par with a clutch bunker shot—pressure drill

Up-and-down contest, for a 17-handicap player, ~15 minutes.

Short Game~26 min17 HCP5 drills

Scoring28%

Distance Control23%

Accuracy18%

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Sand 10–25 Yds

Sand from longer range, for a 15-handicap player, ~15 minutes.

Short Game~26 min14 HCP9 drills

Scoring29%

Aim17%

Distance Control16%

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Dial in your touch from the fringe—leave yourself a no-stress putt

Roll to tap-in range, for a 25-handicap player, ~20 minutes.

Short Game~26 min25 HCP7 drills

Scoring35%

Accuracy31%

Aim14%

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Land 2 Feet From Hole

Stop within 2 feet, for a 1-handicap player, ~10 minutes.

Short Game~26 min0 HCP7 drills

Scoring51%

Distance Control30%

Visualization19%

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Stick Approach From Hazards

Stick approaches, for a 17-handicap player, ~15 minutes.

Short Game~26 min16 HCP5 drills

Scoring45%

Distance Control30%

Visualization25%

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Control Wedge Roll

Control roll, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.

Driving Range~31 min35 HCP6 drills

Precision26%

Mechanics23%

Trajectory18%

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Wedge Distance Control

Improve accuracy, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.

Driving Range30-43 min17 HCP6 drills

Distance Control26%

Scoring26%

Trajectory18%

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3-Wood Accuracy Advanced

Advanced accuracy, for a 1-handicap player, ~10 minutes.

Driving Range30-31 min0 HCP3 drills

Scoring26%

Distance Control25%

Dispersion13%

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Prepare for Tournaments at Clearwater

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 Clearwater

Get answers to common questions about playing Clearwater and what to expect.

How difficult is Clearwater for mid-handicap golfers?

Clearwater presents a demanding test. The 120 slope rating keeps it accessible for developing players. The course rating of 70 reflects on scoring relative to par 72.

What tees should a 15 handicap play at Clearwater?

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 Clearwater?

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 Clearwater and how does yardage affect play?

At a full length of 6500 yards, it balances distance with positional strategy.

What type of course is Clearwater 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 Clearwater 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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