Align putter head, for a 11-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Putting15-18 min11 HCP5 drills
Aim39%
Scoring16%
Alignment14%
Practice Programs
Complete Golf Practice Blueprint for Erinvale Golf Club
Discover tailored practice programs for this course.
Total Programs
13
13 complete programs built for this course
Unique Drills
71
Total unique drills across all programs
Skill Pillars
11
Accuracy · Aim · Alignment · Dispersion · Distance Control · Mechanics
Session Durations
7
3 days , 4 days , 5 days , 6 days , 7 days , 8 days , 9 days
AccuracyAimAlignmentDispersionDistance ControlMechanics+5 more
Erinvale Practice Profile
We've mapped a comprehensive practice profile for Erinvale, 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 23%Scoring 22%Distance Control 21%Aim 18%Dispersion 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.
19.6
Average HCP
13.8
Minimum HCP
34.7
Maximum HCP
Top Drills
Featured Drills for Erinvale
Most-used drills from for this course. Practice as standalone drills or scroll down for full programs.
Putting15 min
One Handed, Ball Gate, 12 in a Row
Make 12 putts in a row, one-handed through the ball gate.
Short Game26 min
Pitch | Scattered Ball Lines | 9 Stop Zones
Scatter a bucket of balls (avg. bucket is 40 balls) into 8 equal lines of 5 balls and stop pitch shots inside 9 Stop Zones. Count the number of successful stops.
Driving Range31 min
Driver | 3 Landing Zones
Hit 15 balls to each landing zone using driver only. Hit one bucket of ~50 balls. Count total number of successful shots.
Putting18 min
Putting Aid: Alignment Mirror, 15/25
Make 15 out of 25 putts using an alignment mirror.
Putting18 min
Putting Aid: Chalk Line, 15/25
Make 15 out of 25 putts over the chalk starting line.
Putting18 min
Putting Aid: Plane Board, Ball Gate, 15/25
Make 15 out of 25 putts through the ball gate, using plane board.
Course Details
Everything you need to know about Erinvale.
Contact Information
📞
Phone
+44 (0)1250 872622
📠
Fax
+44 (0) 1250 872622
✉️Email
dean.milbank@mtnloaded.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
Lourensford Road
Map not available
Course Description
Erinvale is a low-density Estate with 419 properties built on 284 hectares of land, offering breathtaking views of the Hottentots Holland Mountains, the Helderberg Mountain, and False Bay. It is a lifestyle estate in Somerset West, Western Cape, South Africa, providing a tranquil, safe, and picturesque environment for residents and golfers.
lifestyle estate • golf course • real estate • south africa • western cape • somerset west • golf • golf club • championship course • recreation • leisure
Course Information
Holes
18
Par
72
Type
Parkland
Architect
Gary Player
Opened
1995
Google Reviews
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Programs
Skill-Based Practice Programs for Erinvale
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 13 Programs
% match to course practice profileFeel the distance, for a 17-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min17 HCP7 drills
Distance Control37%
Scoring17%
Dispersion13%
Sand from longer range, for a 11-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min11 HCP3 drills
Distance Control22%
Trajectory17%
Scoring15%
Reach target zones, for a 6-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Driving Range~31 min6 HCP3 drills
Distance Control35%
Scoring23%
Trajectory22%
14 Week Flagship Program for Erinvale
A complete and progressive long-term development curriculum mapped from easier to harder drills, specifically for Erinvale. Start with the basics and work your way towards more challenging drills. Commit to 14 weeks of training and get in proper shape. Four days counts as a week.
Weeks 1–2≤ 5 days
Putting · 6 ft (2m) only
Hit Target Line On All Shots
Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 11.0
Weeks 2–3≤ 6 days
Short Game · Chip
Chip 5–15 Yds From Fringe
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Weeks 3–5≤ 7 days
Short Game · Pitch
Pitch 15–25 Yds From Fringe
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 34.0
Weeks 5–7≤ 7 days
Short Game · Pitch
Feel the distance: pitch to different targets and control your rollout
Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 17.0
Weeks 7–8≤ 6 days
Driving Range · Driver
Driver Fairway Accuracy For Beginners
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Weeks 9–11≤ 7 days
Driving Range · Mid irons (7,6,5)
Stop Missing Greens With Mid Irons
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Weeks 11–12≤ 4 days
Driving Range · Woods (Hy,5W,3W)
Hit the fairway with the perfect arc
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 23.0
Weeks 12–13≤ 7 days
Driving Range · Woods (Hy,5W,3W)
Center of the fairway: reduce misses on approach shots
Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 17.0
Week 14≤ 4 days
Driving Range · Mid irons (7,6,5)
Reduce Mid-Iron Misses
Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 17.0
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Control short iron distance, for a 9-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Driving Range~31 min9 HCP4 drills
Distance Control31%
Scoring25%
Trajectory15%
Stop near the hole, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Short Game~26 min35 HCP6 drills
Scoring26%
Aim26%
Distance Control15%
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Get StartedLand close to pin, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Short Game~26 min34 HCP8 drills
Aim25%
Scoring22%
Alignment15%
Land softly, for a 2-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Short Game~26 min2 HCP5 drills
Precision34%
Aim17%
Distance Control17%
Control woods height, for a 24-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Driving Range~31 min23 HCP4 drills
Trajectory26%
Mechanics23%
Precision22%
Reduce misses, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Driving Range30-31 min17 HCP4 drills
Precision31%
Dispersion29%
Scoring20%
Stop missing fairways, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Driving Range~31 min35 HCP6 drills
Precision29%
Mechanics23%
Trajectory19%
Control distance 150-180, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Driving Range~31 min35 HCP9 drills
Precision28%
Mechanics20%
Trajectory16%
Eliminate off-target woods, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Driving Range30-31 min17 HCP7 drills
Dispersion33%
Precision31%
Scoring14%
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Prepare for Tournaments at Erinvale
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 Erinvale
Get answers to common questions about playing Erinvale and what to expect.
How difficult is Erinvale for mid-handicap golfers?
Players often find Erinvale technically exacting. 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 Erinvale?
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 Erinvale?
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 Erinvale 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 Erinvale and how should I play it?
Erinvale 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 Erinvale 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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