Hit center consistently, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Practice Programs
Complete Golf Practice Blueprint for Fairways and Bluewater Resort Golf & Country Club
Discover tailored practice programs for this course.
Total Programs
14
14 complete programs built for this course
Unique Drills
72
Total unique drills across all programs
Skill Pillars
11
Accuracy · Aim · Alignment · Dispersion · Distance Control · Mechanics
Session Durations
5
3 days , 4 days , 6 days , 7 days , 9 days
Fairways and Bluewater Practice Profile
We've mapped a comprehensive practice profile for Fairways and Bluewater, 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 Fairways and Bluewater
Most-used drills from for this course. Practice as standalone drills or scroll down for full programs.
Putting Aid: String Line, 50 in a Row
Make 50 putts in a row, underneath the hanging string line.
Bump-n-Run | Scattered Ball Lines | 9 Stop Zones
Scatter a bucket of balls next to the green (avg. bucket is 40 balls) into 8 equal lines of 5 balls and stop bump-n-run shots inside 9 Stop Zones. Count the number of successful stops.
All irons (9 to 2) | Opportunities Discovery
Discover opportunities amongst irons undiscovered shots and clubs worth putting to action more often. Hit one bucket of ~50 balls.
Putting Aid: Plane Board, Ball Gate, 50 in a Row
Make 50 putts in a row through the ball gate, using plane board.
Putting Aid: Chalk Line, 50 in Row
Make 50 putts in a row over the chalk starting line.
Bump-n-Run | Parallel Ball Lines | 9 Stop Zones
Up to 5 players compete to stop a bump-n-run shot in the stop zone(s). The player with the most points at the end wins the challenge. Up to 80 balls are needed.
Course Details
Everything you need to know about Fairways and Bluewater.
Contact Information
Phone
+44 (0)1250 872622
Fax
+44 (0) 1250 872622
reservations@fairwaysandbluewater.com.ph
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Facilities
Location
New Coast Balabag
Course Description
Fairways & Bluewater is a hospitality and travel company based in Balabag, Malay (Aklan), Boracay, Philippines, offering accommodation and leisure services to tourists visiting Boracay. The company manages lodging and vacation booking services tailored to beach and leisure travelers in the area.
resort • hotel • vacation rentals • accommodation • travel • tourism • boracay • philippines • beach resort • vacation bookings • hospitality
Course Information
Holes
18
Par
72
Type
Parkland
Architect
Graham Marsh
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Programs
Skill-Based Practice Programs for Fairways and Bluewater
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 14 Programs
% match to course practice profileConvert every opportunity, for a 3-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Picture the roll, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Advanced accuracy, for a 1-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
12 Week Flagship Program for Fairways and Bluewater
A complete and progressive long-term development curriculum mapped from easier to harder drills, specifically for Fairways and Bluewater. 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
Stop Missing Short Putts
Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 17.0
Short Game · Chip
Get Square for Success
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 29.0
Short Game · Bump'n'Run
Match Mental Image to Result
Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 17.0
Short Game · Mixed
Land 3–4 Feet From Pin
Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 16.0
Short Game · Flop
Pinpoint your flops: leave yourself a tap-in every time
Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 15.0
Driving Range · Driver
Control Driver Ball Flight
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Driving Range · Long irons (4,3,2)
Perfect your swing: mechanics for long iron success
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Driving Range · Mid irons (7,6,5)
Mid-Iron Distance Accuracy
Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 17.0
Driving Range · Mid irons (7,6,5)
Tighten your game: keep mid irons within 6 yards
Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 17.0
Eliminate off-target mid irons, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Precision from tough lie, for a 16-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Match clubface, for a 29-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Approach from hazards, for a 16-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
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Get StartedStop pitches near hole, for a 6-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Control trajectory, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Stop missing fairways, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Avoid fringe with mid irons, for a 11-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Consistent long iron contact, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Advanced fairway accuracy, for a 1-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Prepare for Tournaments at Fairways and Bluewater
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 Fairways and Bluewater
Get answers to common questions about playing Fairways and Bluewater and what to expect.
How difficult is Fairways and Bluewater for mid-handicap golfers?
From a scoring perspective, Fairways and Bluewater challenges consistency. The 120 slope rating keeps it accessible for developing players. The course rating of 70 reflects on scoring relative to par 72.
What tees should a 15 handicap play at Fairways and Bluewater?
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 Fairways and Bluewater?
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 Fairways and Bluewater and how does yardage affect play?
At a full length of 6500 yards, it balances distance with positional strategy.
What type of course is Fairways and Bluewater and how should I play it?
Architecturally, it reflects a Parkland style. 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 Fairways and Bluewater 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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