64% match
For 40705, USGA, White, Women tees
Save par consistently, for a 17-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min17 HCP3 drills
Distance Control20%
Accuracy15%
Precision13%
Practice Programs
Complete Golf Practice Blueprint for Emerald Lakes Golf Club
Discover tailored practice programs for this course.
Total Programs
33
33 complete programs built for this course
Unique Drills
168
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
Emerald Lakes Golf Club Practice Profile
We've mapped a comprehensive practice profile for Emerald Lakes Golf Club, 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 32%Precision 21%Distance Control 17%Aim 14%Accuracy 14%
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.
19.8
Average HCP
12.2
Minimum HCP
32.1
Maximum HCP
Top Drills
Featured Drills for Emerald Lakes Golf Club
Most-used drills from for this course. Practice as standalone drills or scroll down for full programs.
Putting18 min
Single Tee, 50 in a Row
Make 50 putts in a row.
Short Game26 min
Pitch | Parallel Piles | 9 Stop Zones
Up to 5 players compete to stop a pitch shot in the stop 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
Wedges (LW to PW) | Takeaway
Work only on takeaway using wedges only. Hit one bucket of ~50 balls.
Short Game26 min
Bump-n-Run | Rough | Flat
Up to 5 players hit bump-n-run shot two buckets of balls (avg. bucket is 40 balls) from the flat rough grass.
Short Game26 min
Bump-n-Run | Scattered Ball Lines | 3 Landing Zones
Scatter a bucket of balls next to the green (avg. bucket is 40 balls) into 8 equal lines of 5 balls and hit-and-land bump-n-run shots inside landing zones. Count the number of successes.
Short Game26 min
Bump-n-Run | Perpendicular Piles | Bullseye 2x
Up to 5 players compete to stop a bump-n-run shot in the bullseye. The best final score relative to PAR wins the challenge. One bucket of balls per player is needed.
Course Details
Everything you need to know about Emerald Lakes Golf Club.
Contact Information
📞
Phone
+44 (0)1250 872622
📠
Fax
+44 (0) 1250 872622
✉️Email
mail@emeraldlakes.com.au
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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
Alabaster Drive &, Nerang Broadbeach Rd, Carrara QLD 4211, Australia
Course Description
Emerald Lakes Golf Club is a premier golf destination on the Gold Coast, offering an 18-hole Graham Marsh designed championship course set around pristine lakes. The club also features a Driving Range, Golf Coaching Centre, Pro Shop, Mini Golf, dining facilities in the Club House, and hosts events, corporate golf, and member activities. Located in Carrara, Queensland, it operates seven days a week with additional amenities including gaming, tennis facilities, and function spaces for weddings and special occasions.
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Course Information
Holes
18
Par
72
Type
Parkland
Architect
Graham Marsh
Opened
1995
Google Reviews
Business Claimed
⭐4.4(1810 reviews)
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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 Emerald Lakes Golf Club, all within a single responsive scorecard.
Scorecard data available for 40705, USGA, White, Women
Men's Tees
Women's Tees
4
40704, USGA, Blue, Men Tee
Gender: MalePar 726288 yards5750 metersCR 69.2Bogey 90.9Slope 117
Gender: Male
Front Nine · CR 33.8 · BR 44.4 · Slope 114
Back Nine · CR 35.4 · BR 46.5 · Slope 119
| Hole | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | IN | 10 | 11 | 12 | 13 | 14 | 15 | 16 | 17 | 18 | OUT | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Par | 4 | 5 | 3 | 5 | 3 | 5 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 36 | 4 | 4 | 5 | 3 | 5 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 36 | 72 |
| Handicap | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| Yardage | 344 | 478 | 184 | 481 | 144 | 490 | 407 | 143 | 319 | 2990 | 326 | 366 | 532 | 141 | 512 | 399 | 418 | 217 | 387 | 3298 | 6288 |
4
40705, USGA, Red, Men Tee
Gender: MalePar 685464 yards4996 metersCR 65.4Bogey 85.6Slope 109
Gender: Male
Front Nine · CR 32.0 · BR 41.6 · Slope 103
Back Nine · CR 33.4 · BR 44.0 · Slope 114
| Hole | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | IN | 10 | 11 | 12 | 13 | 14 | 15 | 16 | 17 | 18 | OUT | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Par | 4 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 33 | 4 | 4 | 5 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 35 | 68 |
| Handicap | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| Yardage | 308 | 431 | 147 | 428 | 108 | 447 | 362 | 107 | 279 | 2617 | 282 | 285 | 481 | 121 | 450 | 359 | 351 | 167 | 351 | 2847 | 5464 |
4
40705, USGA, White, Men Tee
Gender: MalePar 705942 yards5433 metersCR 67.5Bogey 88.4Slope 113
Gender: Male
Front Nine · CR 33.1 · BR 43.4 · Slope 111
Back Nine · CR 34.4 · BR 45.0 · Slope 114
| Hole | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | IN | 10 | 11 | 12 | 13 | 14 | 15 | 16 | 17 | 18 | OUT | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Par | 4 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 3 | 5 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 34 | 4 | 4 | 5 | 3 | 5 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 36 | 70 |
| Handicap | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| Yardage | 333 | 468 | 162 | 459 | 135 | 479 | 392 | 129 | 303 | 2860 | 313 | 311 | 509 | 133 | 485 | 373 | 397 | 191 | 370 | 3082 | 5942 |
4
40705, USGA, Red, Women Tee
Gender: FemalePar 725464 yards4996 metersCR 70.5Bogey 98.3Slope 118
Gender: Female
Front Nine · CR 34.6 · BR 48.2 · Slope 115
Back Nine · CR 35.9 · BR 50.1 · Slope 120
| Hole | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | IN | 10 | 11 | 12 | 13 | 14 | 15 | 16 | 17 | 18 | OUT | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Par | 4 | 5 | 3 | 5 | 3 | 5 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 36 | 4 | 4 | 5 | 3 | 5 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 36 | 72 |
| Handicap | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| Yardage | 308 | 431 | 147 | 428 | 108 | 447 | 362 | 107 | 279 | 2617 | 282 | 285 | 481 | 121 | 450 | 359 | 351 | 167 | 351 | 2847 | 5464 |
4
40705, USGA, White, Women Tee
Gender: FemalePar 725942 yards5433 metersCR 73.3Bogey 102.5Slope 124
Gender: Female
Front Nine · CR 35.9 · BR 49.7 · Slope 117
Back Nine · CR 37.4 · BR 52.8 · Slope 131
| Hole | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | IN | 10 | 11 | 12 | 13 | 14 | 15 | 16 | 17 | 18 | OUT | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Par | 4 | 5 | 3 | 5 | 3 | 5 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 36 | 4 | 4 | 5 | 3 | 5 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 36 | 72 |
| Handicap | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| Yardage | 333 | 468 | 162 | 459 | 135 | 479 | 392 | 129 | 303 | 2860 | 313 | 311 | 509 | 133 | 485 | 373 | 397 | 191 | 370 | 3082 | 5942 |
Programs
Skill-Based Practice Programs for Emerald Lakes Golf Club
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 33 Programs
% match to course practice profile63% match
For 40705, USGA, White, Women tees
Roll the ball low and straight, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Short Game~26 min35 HCP9 drills
Distance Control26%
Aim23%
Scoring15%
49% match
For 40705, USGA, White, Women tees
Control roll, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Driving Range~31 min35 HCP6 drills
Precision26%
Mechanics23%
Trajectory18%
68% match
For 40705, USGA, White, Women tees
Advanced accuracy, for a 0-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Driving Range30-31 minUnknown HCP3 drills
Scoring42%
Precision17%
Trajectory13%
15 Week Flagship Program for Emerald Lakes Golf Club
A complete and progressive long-term development curriculum mapped from easier to harder drills, specifically for Emerald Lakes Golf Club. Start with the basics and work your way towards more challenging drills. Commit to 15 weeks of training and get in proper shape. Four days counts as a week.
Week 1≤ 3 days
Putting · 3 ft (1m) only
Aim To Hit Center Every Time
Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 17.0
Weeks 1–3≤ 7 days
Short Game · Bump'n'Run
Bump'n'Run From 5–10 Yds
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Weeks 4–5≤ 7 days
Driving Range · Short irons (9,8)
Control Short Iron Flight
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Weeks 6–7≤ 5 days
Putting · Long (20+ ft)
Hit Cup From Long Distance
Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 14.0
Weeks 7–8≤ 7 days
Short Game · Bump'n'Run
Keep Ball Close To Hole
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Weeks 9–10≤ 7 days
Driving Range · Woods (Hy,5W,3W)
Stop Missing 3-Wood Fairways
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Weeks 11–12≤ 5 days
Putting · 3 ft (1m) only
Place Every 3 Foot Putt With Maximum Precision
Difficulty: Expert · Program HCP 2.0
Weeks 12–14≤ 7 days
Short Game · Mixed
Keep Ball Near Hole
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Weeks 14–15≤ 6 days
Driving Range · Driver
Stop Missing Fairways with Driver
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
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71% match
For 40705, USGA, White, Women tees
Pitch long distances, for a 3-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Short Game~26 min3 HCP8 drills
Distance Control21%
Precision17%
Aim17%
46% match
For 40705, USGA, White, Women tees
Control distance, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Driving Range~31 min17 HCP3 drills
Distance Control25%
Trajectory22%
Scoring20%
67% match
For 40705, USGA, Red, Men tees
Follow through fully, for a 2-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Putting18-24 min2 HCP3 drills
Precision45%
Scoring33%
Aim13%
38% match
For 40705, USGA, Red, Men tees
Achieve long-range accuracy, for a 14-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Putting18-27 min14 HCP5 drills
Dispersion40%
Accuracy30%
Distance Control8%
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Get Started58% match
For 40705, USGA, Red, Men tees
Pitch to the green, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Short Game~26 min35 HCP6 drills
Aim27%
Alignment22%
Distance Control16%
50% match
For 40705, USGA, Red, Men tees
Make par, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Short Game~26 min35 HCP6 drills
Scoring44%
Distance Control34%
Visualization22%
61% match
For 40705, USGA, Red, Men tees
Control the rollout distance, for a 17-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min17 HCP9 drills
Scoring41%
Accuracy29%
Visualization8%
41% match
For 40705, USGA, Red, Men tees
Control distance 150-180, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Driving Range~31 min35 HCP6 drills
Precision32%
Mechanics23%
Trajectory18%
36% match
For 40705, USGA, Red, Men tees
Hit fairways consistently, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Driving Range~31 min35 HCP6 drills
Precision29%
Mechanics22%
Trajectory19%
66% match
For 40705, USGA, Red, Men tees
Achieve distance consistency, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Driving Range~31 min17 HCP3 drills
Scoring27%
Dispersion20%
Precision17%
62% match
For 40704, USGA, Blue, Men tees
Control distance precisely, for a 3-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Putting18-30 min2 HCP5 drills
Scoring38%
Precision35%
Green Reading11%
79% match
For 40704, USGA, Blue, Men tees
Capitalize on makeable putts, for a 1-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Putting15-30 min1 HCP3 drills
Scoring30%
Precision30%
Aim28%
78% match
For 40704, USGA, Blue, Men tees
Turn into birdies, for a 33-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Short Game~26 min32 HCP8 drills
Scoring33%
Distance Control22%
Aim15%
67% match
For 40704, USGA, Blue, Men tees
Dial in touch, for a 26-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Short Game~26 min26 HCP6 drills
Scoring34%
Accuracy31%
Distance Control13%
60% match
For 40704, USGA, Blue, Men tees
Hit intended line, for a 12-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min11 HCP6 drills
Aim30%
Distance Control19%
Precision17%
57% match
For 40704, USGA, Blue, Men tees
Avoid rough with woods, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Driving Range~31 min17 HCP3 drills
Accuracy32%
Scoring25%
Distance Control23%
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Get Started22% match
For 40705, USGA, Red, Women tees
Focus on alignment, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Putting18-30 min17 HCP3 drills
Aim32%
Stroke28%
Alignment23%
58% match
For 40705, USGA, Red, Women tees
Land close to pin, for a 17-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min17 HCP6 drills
Scoring33%
Accuracy32%
Visualization13%
71% match
For 40705, USGA, Red, Women tees
Land 2 feet from pin, for a 5-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Short Game~26 min5 HCP6 drills
Distance Control21%
Precision17%
Scoring15%
50% match
For 40705, USGA, Red, Women tees
Make par, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Short Game~26 min35 HCP9 drills
Scoring44%
Distance Control34%
Visualization22%
62% match
For 40705, USGA, Red, Women tees
Stick to wedge line, for a 4-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Driving Range30-43 min3 HCP6 drills
Distance Control37%
Scoring30%
Accuracy24%
56% match
For 40705, USGA, Red, Women tees
Keep within 8 yards, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Driving Range~31 min17 HCP5 drills
Dispersion33%
Precision17%
Scoring16%
50% match
For 40705, USGA, Red, Women tees
Leave tap-ins, for a 29-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Driving Range31-43 min29 HCP8 drills
Precision33%
Scoring21%
Mechanics11%
63% match
For 40705, USGA, White, Men tees
Use a short swing, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Short Game~26 min35 HCP7 drills
Distance Control31%
Scoring23%
Alignment16%
62% match
For 40705, USGA, White, Men tees
Land near the pin, for a 17-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min17 HCP9 drills
Scoring37%
Accuracy27%
Green Reading11%
74% match
For 40705, USGA, White, Men tees
Save par consistently, for a 14-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min13 HCP9 drills
Scoring24%
Accuracy21%
Distance Control13%
40% match
For 40705, USGA, White, Men tees
Control flight, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Driving Range~31 min35 HCP8 drills
Precision32%
Mechanics23%
Trajectory17%
81% match
For 40705, USGA, White, Men tees
Maximize in regulation, for a 1-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Driving Range30-31 min0 HCP8 drills
Scoring32%
Precision16%
Distance Control14%
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Get Started53% match
For 40705, USGA, White, Men tees
Control 3-wood roll, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Driving Range~31 min35 HCP8 drills
Precision28%
Mechanics17%
Trajectory16%
2026
Prepare for Tournaments at Emerald Lakes Golf Club
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 Emerald Lakes Golf Club
Get answers to common questions about playing Emerald Lakes Golf Club and what to expect.
How difficult is Emerald Lakes Golf Club for mid-handicap golfers?
Emerald Lakes Golf Club is regarded as a strategically complex layout. With a slope of 117.0, it remains playable for a wide handicap range. The course rating of 69.2 reflects on scoring relative to par 72.
What tees should a 15 handicap play at Emerald Lakes Golf Club?
A 15 handicap golfer should consider tees closer to 5876 yards. The back tees extend to 6288.0 yards, which makes approach shots longer and scoring more challenging.
What is considered a good score at Emerald Lakes Golf Club?
With a course rating of 69.2 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 Emerald Lakes Golf Club and how does yardage affect play?
Measuring 6288.0 yards at maximum length, strategy outweighs power in most scoring situations.
What type of course is Emerald Lakes Golf Club and how should I play it?
Emerald Lakes Golf Club 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 Emerald Lakes Golf Club strategically challenging?
The combination of a slope rating of 117.0 and yardage reaching 6288.0 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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