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

AccuracyAimAlignmentDispersionDistance ControlGreen Reading+6 more

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

Scoring 28%Distance Control 25%Precision 18%Aim 13%Accuracy 13%

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.

17.8
Average HCP
11.2
Minimum HCP
33.4
Maximum HCP

Top Drills

Featured Drills for Elements

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

Diagram for Putting Aid: Plane Board, Ball Gate, 50 in a Row
Putting30 min

Putting Aid: Plane Board, Ball Gate, 50 in a Row

Make 50 putts in a row through the ball gate, using plane board.

Diagram for Bump-n-Run | Deep Rough and Other | Above/Below Feet
Short Game26 min

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.

Diagram for Wedges (LW to PW) | Progressive Targets Challenge
Driving Range31 min

Wedges (LW to PW) | Progressive Targets Challenge

Complete the Progressive Targets Challenge using wedges only. Hit one bucket of ~50 balls.

Diagram for Wedges (LW to PW) | Downswing
Driving Range31 min

Wedges (LW to PW) | Downswing

Work only on downswing using wedges only. Hit one bucket of ~50 balls.

Diagram for Wedges (LW to PW) | Impact and Follow Through
Driving Range31 min

Wedges (LW to PW) | Impact and Follow Through

Work only on impact and follow through using wedges only. Hit one bucket of ~50 balls.

Diagram for Wedges (LW to PW) | Takeaway
Driving Range31 min

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

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Fax

+44 (0) 1250 872622

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Email

gavinh@screamer.co.za

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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 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)

R

Red Tee

Gender: MalePar 725715 yards5226 metersCR 67.5Bogey 91.0Slope 127

Gender: Male

Front Nine · CR 33.6 · BR 45.6 · Slope 129

Back Nine · CR 33.9 · BR 45.4 · Slope 124

Hole123456789IN101112131415161718OUTTotal
Par435444543364344534453672
Handicap
Yardage327129457301338310465344110278134912536833947713135430648529345715

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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% match to course practice profile
66% match
For Blue(w) tees

Chip close, for a 20-handicap player, ~20 minutes.

Short Game~26 min20 HCP7 drills
Accuracy26%
Distance Control23%
Aim17%
51% match
For Blue(w) tees

Match mental image, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.

Short Game~26 min17 HCP6 drills
Scoring38%
Accuracy24%
Visualization23%

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.

Week 13 days

Putting · 3 ft (1m) only

Practice 3 Ft Putts For Consistency

Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 17.0

Weeks 1–37 days

Short Game · Flop

Hit Flop & Avoid Big Numbers

Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0

Weeks 3–46 days

Driving Range · Short irons (9,8)

How close can you get? Challenge your limits

Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0

Weeks 5–67 days

Putting · 3 ft (1m) only

Save Par From 3 Foot Putts

Difficulty: Expert · Program HCP 4.0

Weeks 6–75 days

Short Game · Pitch

Land Close To Pin

Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0

Week 83 days

Driving Range · Wedges (LW,SW,GW,PW)

Perfect your swing: mechanics for wedge success

Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0

Weeks 8–95 days

Putting · 9 ft (3m) only

Hit Cup More Often Precisely

Difficulty: Expert · Program HCP 2.0

Week 104 days

Short Game · Sand

Sand Shot 5–15 Yds

Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0

Weeks 11–126 days

Driving Range · Wedges (LW,SW,GW,PW)

Stop Missed Wedge Shots

Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0

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62% match
For Red(w) tees

Land close to pin, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.

Short Game23-26 min35 HCP4 drills
Aim34%
Distance Control26%
Precision17%
47% match
For Red(w) tees

Keep par safe, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.

Short Game~26 min35 HCP5 drills
Alignment30%
Aim29%
Scoring18%

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66% match
For White Re-Rate 1 tees

Get up-and-down consistently, for a 2-handicap player, ~10 minutes.

Short Game~26 min1 HCP5 drills
Aim29%
Distance Control19%
Precision18%
51% match
For White Re-Rate 1 tees

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

Short Game~26 min3 HCP4 drills
Distance Control45%
Trajectory19%
Precision15%
55% match
For White Re-Rate 1 tees

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

Driving Range~31 min17 HCP3 drills
Distance Control25%
Trajectory22%
Scoring20%
70% match
For White Re-Rate 1 tees

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

Driving Range30-43 min17 HCP6 drills
Distance Control26%
Scoring26%
Trajectory17%
46% match
For White Re-Rate 1 tees

Control distance inside 100, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.

Driving Range~31 min35 HCP6 drills
Precision26%
Mechanics23%
Trajectory18%
69% match
For White tees

Read breaks and aim precisely, for a 2-handicap player, ~10 minutes.

Putting15-24 min1 HCP4 drills
Precision34%
Scoring33%
Aim20%

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73% match
For White tees

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

Driving Range30-31 min0 HCP7 drills
Scoring33%
Precision19%
Dispersion13%
46% match
For Red tees

Stop missed shots, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.

Driving Range~31 min35 HCP6 drills
Precision26%
Mechanics23%
Trajectory18%

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Prepare for Tournaments at Elements

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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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