Chip close, for a 20-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Practice Programs
Complete Golf Practice Blueprint for Elements
Discover tailored practice programs for this course.
Total Programs
45
45 complete programs built for this course
Unique Drills
188
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
Elements Practice Profile
We've mapped a comprehensive practice profile for Elements, 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
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.
Top Drills
Featured Drills for Elements
Most-used drills from for this course. Practice as standalone drills or scroll down for full programs.
Putting Aid: Plane Board, Ball Gate, 50 in a Row
Make 50 putts in a row through the ball gate, using plane board.
Bump-n-Run | Deep Rough and Other | Above/Below Feet
Hit bump-n-run 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, and one bucket with balls below feet level.
Wedges (LW to PW) | Progressive Targets Challenge
Complete the Progressive Targets Challenge using wedges only. Hit one bucket of ~50 balls.
Wedges (LW to PW) | Downswing
Work only on downswing using wedges only. Hit one bucket of ~50 balls.
Wedges (LW to PW) | Impact and Follow Through
Work only on impact and follow through using wedges only. Hit one bucket of ~50 balls.
Wedges (LW to PW) | Takeaway
Work only on takeaway using wedges only. Hit one bucket of ~50 balls.
Course Details
Everything you need to know about Elements.
Contact Information
Phone
+44 (0)1250 872622
Fax
+44 (0) 1250 872622
gavinh@screamer.co.za
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Facilities
Location
Course Description
Elements Private Golf Reserve is a low-density luxury residential golf estate located in the Waterberg region of Limpopo Province, South Africa. The development features a 9–hole/18- hole golf course set in bushveld terrain with mountain views, indigenous vegetation, and a focus on sustainability and water-efficient playing surfaces. The clubhouse overlooks the course, offering panoramic views of the landscape, and the estate comprises 308 private homes harmoniously integrated with the surrounding environment.
golf estate • luxury residential estate • waterberg region • limpopo province • bushveld habitat • indigenous vegetation • wildlife diversity • golf course design • landscape architecture • water sustainability • private homes • low density development • nature conservation • mountain views • indigenous species • habitat preservation • recreation and leisure • estate living • south africa golf
Course Information
Holes
18
Par
72
Type
Parkland
Architect
Peter Matkovich
Opened
2005
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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 Elements, all within a single responsive scorecard.
Scorecard data available for Blue(w)
Red Tee
Gender: Male
Front Nine · CR 33.6 · BR 45.6 · Slope 129
Back Nine · CR 33.9 · BR 45.4 · Slope 124
| Hole | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | IN | 10 | 11 | 12 | 13 | 14 | 15 | 16 | 17 | 18 | OUT | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Par | 4 | 3 | 5 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 5 | 4 | 3 | 36 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 5 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 5 | 36 | 72 |
| Handicap | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| Yardage | 327 | 129 | 457 | 301 | 338 | 310 | 465 | 344 | 110 | 2781 | 349 | 125 | 368 | 339 | 477 | 131 | 354 | 306 | 485 | 2934 | 5715 |
White Tee
Gender: Male
Front Nine · CR 36.7 · BR 50.1 · Slope 144
Back Nine · CR 36.7 · BR 49.9 · Slope 142
| Hole | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | IN | 10 | 11 | 12 | 13 | 14 | 15 | 16 | 17 | 18 | OUT | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Par | 4 | 3 | 5 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 5 | 4 | 3 | 36 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 5 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 5 | 36 | 72 |
| Handicap | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| Yardage | 410 | 202 | 512 | 389 | 385 | 349 | 542 | 427 | 171 | 3387 | 409 | 187 | 429 | 383 | 579 | 174 | 460 | 378 | 533 | 3532 | 6919 |
White Re-Rate 1 Tee
Gender: Male
Front Nine · CR 36.9 · BR 50.3 · Slope 144
Back Nine · CR 36.8 · BR 49.7 · Slope 139
| Hole | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | IN | 10 | 11 | 12 | 13 | 14 | 15 | 16 | 17 | 18 | OUT | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Par | 4 | 3 | 5 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 5 | 4 | 3 | 36 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 5 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 5 | 36 | 72 |
| Handicap | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| Yardage | 411 | 202 | 513 | 390 | 386 | 349 | 543 | 428 | 171 | 3393 | 410 | 188 | 430 | 383 | 580 | 174 | 461 | 379 | 534 | 3539 | 6943 |
Yellow Tee
Gender: Male
Front Nine · CR 37.9 · BR 51.7 · Slope 149
Back Nine · CR 38.0 · BR 51.7 · Slope 147
| Hole | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | IN | 10 | 11 | 12 | 13 | 14 | 15 | 16 | 17 | 18 | OUT | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Par | 4 | 3 | 5 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 5 | 4 | 3 | 36 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 5 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 5 | 36 | 72 |
| Handicap | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| Yardage | 433 | 245 | 533 | 419 | 414 | 367 | 576 | 465 | 182 | 3634 | 445 | 203 | 467 | 398 | 606 | 203 | 489 | 408 | 552 | 3771 | 7405 |
Blue(w) Tee
Gender: Female
Front Nine · CR 37.9 · BR 55.4 · Slope 148
Back Nine · CR 38.5 · BR 55.6 · Slope 145
| Hole | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | IN | 10 | 11 | 12 | 13 | 14 | 15 | 16 | 17 | 18 | OUT | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Par | 4 | 3 | 5 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 5 | 4 | 3 | 36 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 5 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 5 | 36 | 72 |
| Handicap | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| Yardage | 358 | 157 | 485 | 332 | 354 | 317 | 513 | 401 | 125 | 3042 | 375 | 143 | 393 | 354 | 543 | 147 | 427 | 340 | 511 | 3233 | 6275 |
Red (w) Re-Rate 1 Tee
Gender: Female
Front Nine · CR 36.2 · BR 52.3 · Slope 137
Back Nine · CR 36.8 · BR 52.8 · Slope 136
| Hole | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | IN | 10 | 11 | 12 | 13 | 14 | 15 | 16 | 17 | 18 | OUT | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Par | 4 | 3 | 5 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 5 | 4 | 3 | 36 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 5 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 5 | 36 | 72 |
| Handicap | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| Yardage | 328 | 129 | 458 | 301 | 339 | 310 | 466 | 345 | 110 | 2786 | 349 | 125 | 369 | 340 | 503 | 131 | 355 | 307 | 486 | 2965 | 5759 |
Red(w) Tee
Gender: Female
Front Nine · CR 36.3 · BR 53.0 · Slope 142
Back Nine · CR 36.6 · BR 52.9 · Slope 138
| Hole | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | IN | 10 | 11 | 12 | 13 | 14 | 15 | 16 | 17 | 18 | OUT | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Par | 4 | 3 | 5 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 5 | 4 | 3 | 36 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 5 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 5 | 36 | 72 |
| Handicap | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| Yardage | 327 | 129 | 457 | 301 | 338 | 310 | 465 | 344 | 110 | 2781 | 349 | 125 | 368 | 339 | 477 | 131 | 354 | 306 | 485 | 2934 | 5715 |
Programs
Skill-Based Practice Programs for Elements
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 45 Programs
% match to course practice profileMatch mental image, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Hit varying targets, for a 14-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Hit within 2-4 yards, for a 9-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
12 Week Flagship Program for Elements
A complete and progressive long-term development curriculum mapped from easier to harder drills, specifically for Elements. 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.
Putting · 3 ft (1m) only
Practice 3 Ft Putts For Consistency
Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 17.0
Short Game · Flop
Hit Flop & Avoid Big Numbers
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Driving Range · Short irons (9,8)
How close can you get? Challenge your limits
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Putting · 3 ft (1m) only
Save Par From 3 Foot Putts
Difficulty: Expert · Program HCP 4.0
Short Game · Pitch
Land Close To Pin
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Driving Range · Wedges (LW,SW,GW,PW)
Perfect your swing: mechanics for wedge success
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Putting · 9 ft (3m) only
Hit Cup More Often Precisely
Difficulty: Expert · Program HCP 2.0
Short Game · Sand
Sand Shot 5–15 Yds
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Driving Range · Wedges (LW,SW,GW,PW)
Stop Missed Wedge Shots
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Stop on a dime, for a 17-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Center fairway hits, for a 23-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Land close to pin, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Keep par safe, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Chip from tight lies, for a 2-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
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Get StartedGet close to pin, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Hit close to hole, for a 6-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Consistent wedge contact, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Prioritize short putts, for a 5-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Work together for contact, for a 31-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Up-and-down contest, for a 19-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Pick landing spot, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Perfect woods arc, for a 26-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Consistent wedge length, for a 1-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Consistent long iron rollout, for a 7-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Pick landing spot, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Leave inside 5 feet, for a 12-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
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Get personalized coaching and custom training programs tailored to your game.
Get StartedSet up for success, for a 21-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Control driver distance, for a 6-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Consistent long iron rollout, for a 6-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Execute with focus, for a 3-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Get up-and-down consistently, for a 2-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Handle tight lies, for a 3-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Avoid big numbers, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Control distance, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Control distance, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Control distance inside 100, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Read breaks and aim precisely, for a 2-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Hit center consistently, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
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Get personalized coaching and custom training programs tailored to your game.
Get StartedPick landing spot, for a 13-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Save par clutch, for a 13-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Land inside 2 feet, for a 27-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Advanced accuracy, for a 1-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Control ball flight basics, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Control distance inside 100, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Roll to tap-in range, for a 22-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Pinpoint sand shots, for a 9-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Beat streaks, for a 24-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Stop missed shots, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Reduce misses, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Reduce misses, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Unlock Your Golf Potential
Get personalized coaching and custom training programs tailored to your game.
Get StartedPrepare for Tournaments at Elements
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 Elements
Get answers to common questions about playing Elements and what to expect.
How difficult is Elements for mid-handicap golfers?
Elements presents a demanding test. With a slope rating of 148.0, it ranks as highly challenging for mid-handicap golfers. The course rating of 75.9 reflects on scoring relative to par 72.
What tees should a 15 handicap play at Elements?
A 15 handicap golfer should consider tees closer to 6560 yards. The back tees extend to 7405.0 yards, which makes approach shots longer and scoring more challenging.
What is considered a good score at Elements?
With a course rating of 75.9 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 Elements and how does yardage affect play?
Measuring 7405.0 yards at maximum length, it favors players with above-average driving distance.
What type of course is Elements and how should I play it?
Elements 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 Elements strategically challenging?
The combination of a slope rating of 148.0 and yardage reaching 7405.0 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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