Visualize the path to the hole, for a 11-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Putting15-30 min11 HCP5 drills
Aim36%
Stroke17%
Scoring14%
Practice Programs
Complete Golf Practice Blueprint for Curlewis Golf Club
Discover tailored practice programs for this course.
Total Programs
15
15 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
Curlewis Practice Profile
We've mapped a comprehensive practice profile for Curlewis, 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
Precision 28%Scoring 25%Aim 20%Distance Control 13%Dispersion 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.
21
Average HCP
11.2
Minimum HCP
37.4
Maximum HCP
Top Drills
Featured Drills for Curlewis
Most-used drills from for this course. Practice as standalone drills or scroll down for full programs.
Putting15 min
One Handed, Ball Gate, 25 in a Row
Make 25 putts in a row, one-handed through the ball gate.
Short Game26 min
Bump-n-Run | Perpendicular Piles | 3 Landing Zones
Up to 5 players compete to stop a bump-n-run shot inside the landing zone(s). The player with the most points at the end wins the challenge. One bucket of balls per player is needed.
Driving Range31 min
Woods (Hy to 3W) | Around the Stick
Curve the ball around the alignment stick using using woods only. Hit one bucket of ~50 balls.
Short Game26 min
Pitch | Parallel Piles | 3 Landing Zones
Up to 5 players compete to stop a pitch shot inside the landing 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
Pitch | Parallel Ball Lines | 3 Landing Zones
Align a bucket of balls (avg. bucket is 40 balls) into 2 parallel lines 20 balls per line and hit-and-land pitch shots inside landing zones. Count the number of successes.
Short Game26 min
Pitch | Parallel Ball Lines | Multiple Targets
Align a bucket of balls (avg. bucket is 40 balls) into 2 parallel lines 20 balls per line and stop pitch shots close to multiple targets. Count the number of successes.
Course Details
Everything you need to know about Curlewis.
Contact Information
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Phone
+44 (0)1250 872622
📠
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
Portarlington Road
Course Description
CURLEWIS GOLF CLUBLocated just an hour from Melbourne and 15 minutes from Geelong, with stunning vistas across to Corio Bay.Curlewis has been recognised as the most innovative club in Australia and was honoured to receive the inaugural "Australian Golf Digest Club Excellence Award" for their contemporary and forward-thinking approach to golf.Top 100 Course Rankings 2022-2023Golf Australia Magazine - #21The Golf Course Guide - #39 Australian Golf Digest - #69THE RANGE @ CURLEWIS A state-of-the-art 18-bay driving range and teaching academy. The Range @ Curlewis is the only one of its type in regional Victoria and combines a fully licensed bar, restaurant/café, function room, outdoor viewing to the range and two tiered mini golf course.ACCOMMODATION @ CURLEWISCool eco-suite installations are nestled amidst indigenous native landscape, flanking one of the region's most revered golf courses. Sleeping up to 126, this is no ordinary sleepover, this is Curlewis. "Experience exceptional" is the tagline and pride abounds in the delivery. CLARIBEAUXSpectacular views spanning the fairways and greens of Curlewis Golf Club are just the beginning. Our signature award winning restaurant will delight with its' creative structural form and culinary options – French influence, contemporary fusion and a keen focus on sustainable local produce. An impressive local and international beverage list guarantees a state of blissful indecision.A local gem where everyone is welcome.SPIKE BARTrue to our Spike bar roots, dishing up signature goodies from breakfast bites to sunset snacks. Good beer on tap and relaxed vibes. A welcoming hang out for locals, members and visitors.
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Course Information
Holes
18
Par
72
Type
Parkland
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Programs
Skill-Based Practice Programs for Curlewis
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 15 Programs
% match to course practice profileFollow through fully, for a 2-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Putting18-24 min2 HCP3 drills
Precision45%
Scoring33%
Aim13%
Roll the ball low and straight, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Short Game~26 min35 HCP9 drills
Distance Control23%
Scoring20%
Aim14%
Precision from tough lie, for a 15-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min15 HCP8 drills
Precision31%
Aim21%
Distance Control19%
16 Week Flagship Program for Curlewis
A complete and progressive long-term development curriculum mapped from easier to harder drills, specifically for Curlewis. Start with the basics and work your way towards more challenging drills. Commit to 16 weeks of training and get in proper shape. Four days counts as a week.
Weeks 1–2≤ 5 days
Putting · 3 ft (1m) only
Line Every Short Putt Precisely
Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 11.0
Week 2≤ 3 days
Putting · 6 ft (2m) only
Place Every 6 Foot Putt With Maximum Precision
Difficulty: Expert · Program HCP 2.0
Weeks 3–5≤ 7 days
Short Game · Bump'n'Run
Keep Ball Close To Hole
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Weeks 5–7≤ 7 days
Short Game · Bump'n'Run
Get your feet, hips, and clubface working together for pure contact
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 32.0
Weeks 7–9≤ 7 days
Short Game · Bump'n'Run
Dial in your touch from the fringe—leave yourself a no-stress putt
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 24.0
Weeks 9–11≤ 7 days
Short Game · Pitch
How close can you get from a tough lie? Precision test
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 21.0
Weeks 11–13≤ 7 days
Driving Range · Woods (Hy,5W,3W)
Control 3-Wood Roll
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Weeks 13–14≤ 6 days
Driving Range · Driver
Stop Missing Fairways with Driver
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Weeks 15–16≤ 7 days
Driving Range · Woods (Hy,5W,3W)
Hit the fairway with the perfect arc
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 25.0
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Get StartedEliminate off-target woods, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Driving Range30-31 min17 HCP7 drills
Dispersion33%
Precision31%
Scoring14%
Control 3-wood dispersion, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Driving Range~31 min35 HCP8 drills
Precision28%
Mechanics17%
Trajectory16%
Test your setup, for a 33-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Short Game~26 min32 HCP8 drills
Alignment32%
Scoring32%
Aim14%
Precision from tough lie, for a 22-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Short Game~26 min21 HCP9 drills
Precision35%
Aim22%
Distance Control16%
Roll to tap-in range, for a 24-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Short Game~26 min24 HCP8 drills
Scoring35%
Accuracy30%
Precision8%
Save par consistently, for a 17-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min17 HCP5 drills
Scoring32%
Accuracy20%
Green Reading12%
Stick flops to green, for a 16-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min15 HCP3 drills
Precision21%
Aim18%
Scoring15%
Aim for soft landing, for a 19-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min18 HCP8 drills
Aim31%
Distance Control22%
Dispersion12%
Build drive streaks, for a 9-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Driving Range30-31 min9 HCP8 drills
Scoring32%
Precision15%
Trajectory13%
Control woods height, for a 25-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Driving Range~31 min25 HCP8 drills
Trajectory26%
Precision23%
Scoring18%
Hit fairways consistently, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Driving Range~31 min35 HCP6 drills
Precision29%
Mechanics23%
Trajectory19%
2026
Prepare for Tournaments at Curlewis
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 Curlewis
Get answers to common questions about playing Curlewis and what to expect.
How difficult is Curlewis for mid-handicap golfers?
From a scoring perspective, Curlewis 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 72.
What tees should a 15 handicap play at Curlewis?
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 Curlewis?
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 Curlewis 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 Curlewis and how should I play it?
Curlewis 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 Curlewis 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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