Practice Programs

Complete Golf Practice Blueprint for Firmount Golf Park

Discover tailored practice programs for this course.

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Total Programs

13 complete programs built for this course

Unique Drills

Total unique drills across all programs

Skill Pillars

Accuracy · Aim · Alignment · Dispersion · Distance Control · Mechanics

Session Durations

3 days , 4 days , 5 days , 6 days , 7 days , 8 days , 9 days

AccuracyAimAlignmentDispersionDistance ControlMechanics+5 more

Waitakere Practice Profile

We've mapped a comprehensive practice profile for Waitakere, 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 27%Mechanics 18%Aim 17%Distance Control 17%Trajectory 17%

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.

25.6

Average HCP

15.4

Minimum HCP

39.4

Maximum HCP

Top Drills

Featured Drills for Waitakere

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

Putting30 min

Putting Aid: Chalk Line, 50 in Row

Make 50 putts in a row over the chalk starting line.

Short Game26 min

Sand | Parallel Ball Lines | 3 Landing Zones

Up to 5 players compete to stop a sand shot inside the landing zone(s). The player with the most points at the end wins the challenge. Up to 80 balls are needed.

Driving Range31 min

Driver | Backswing

Work only on backswing using driver only. Hit one bucket of ~50 balls.

Short Game26 min

Sand | Parallel Ball Lines | 9 Stop Zones

Align a bucket of balls in the sand (avg. bucket is 40 balls) into 2 parallel lines 20 balls per line and stop sand shots inside 9 Stop Zones. Count the number of successful stops.

Driving Range31 min

Long irons (4,3,2) | Backswing

Work only on backswing using long irons only. Hit one bucket of ~50 balls.

Driving Range31 min

Long irons (4,3,2) | Downswing

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

Course Details

Everything you need to know about Waitakere.

Contact Information

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Phone

+44 (0)1250 872622

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Fax

+44 (0) 1250 872622

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andy@firmountgolfpark.co.nz

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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

79 Ormiston Road

Course Information

Holes

Par

Type

Parkland

Architect

l C. Purdy

Opened

2001

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Programs

Skill-Based Practice Programs for Waitakere

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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Stop Missing Short Putts

Focus on alignment, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.

Putting18-30 min17 HCP3 drills

Aim32%

Stroke28%

Alignment23%

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Bump'n'Run From 5–10 Yds

Focus on clean contact, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.

Short Game~26 min35 HCP7 drills

Distance Control26%

Aim15%

Alignment13%

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Save Par with Clutch Chip

Turn into birdies, for a 28-handicap player, ~20 minutes.

Short Game~26 min28 HCP8 drills

Scoring32%

Alignment19%

Aim19%

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Driver Fairway Accuracy For Beginners

Hit fairways consistently, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.

Driving Range~31 min35 HCP4 drills

Precision29%

Aim26%

Trajectory15%

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13 Week Flagship Program for Waitakere

A complete and progressive long-term development curriculum mapped from easier to harder drills, specifically for Waitakere. Start with the basics and work your way towards more challenging drills. Commit to 13 weeks of training and get in proper shape. Four days counts as a week.

Week 1≤ 3 days

Putting · 3 ft (1m) only

Stop Missing Short Putts

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 3–5≤ 7 days

Short Game · Chip

Save Par with Clutch Chip

Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 28.0

Weeks 5–6≤ 6 days

Short Game · Flop

Vary your landing spot and see how soft you can land it

Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 23.0

Week 7≤ 3 days

Driving Range · Long irons (4,3,2)

Check your setup: avoid hooks and slices

Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0

Weeks 7–9≤ 7 days

Driving Range · Short irons (9,8)

Control Short Iron Flight

Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0

Weeks 9–10≤ 4 days

Driving Range · Driver

Driver Fairway Accuracy For Beginners

Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0

Weeks 10–11≤ 3 days

Driving Range · Driver

Driver Fairway Accuracy For Beginners

Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0

Weeks 11–13≤ 7 days

Driving Range · Mid irons (7,6,5)

Improve Mid-Iron Accuracy

Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0

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Driver Fairway Accuracy For Beginners

Control ball flight basics, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.

Driving Range~31 min35 HCP3 drills

Mechanics45%

Trajectory28%

Precision27%

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Escape Every Bunker Successfully

Sand from deep bunkers, for a 4-handicap player, ~10 minutes.

Short Game~26 min3 HCP5 drills

Aim23%

Distance Control18%

Precision15%

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Pinpoint your pitches: leave yourself a tap-in every time

Pinpoint pitches, for a 17-handicap player, ~15 minutes.

Short Game~26 min16 HCP3 drills

Distance Control32%

Scoring29%

Precision24%

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Vary your landing spot and see how soft you can land it

Stop close from tight lie, for a 23-handicap player, ~20 minutes.

Short Game~26 min23 HCP6 drills

Accuracy33%

Distance Control31%

Alignment22%

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Escape Every Bunker Successfully

Sand from deep bunkers, for a 5-handicap player, ~10 minutes.

Short Game~26 min4 HCP5 drills

Distance Control31%

Dispersion19%

Aim14%

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Hit the green with the perfect trajectory

Control long iron spin, for a 29-handicap player, ~20 minutes.

Driving Range~31 min29 HCP6 drills

Trajectory29%

Mechanics23%

Precision22%

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Improve Mid-Iron Accuracy

Stop missing greens, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.

Driving Range~31 min35 HCP9 drills

Precision28%

Mechanics20%

Trajectory16%

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Control Short Iron Flight

Hit close to flag, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.

Driving Range~31 min35 HCP7 drills

Precision32%

Mechanics26%

Trajectory20%

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Check your setup: avoid hooks and slices

Perfect long iron swing, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.

Driving Range~31 min35 HCP3 drills

Mechanics45%

Precision30%

Trajectory25%

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Prepare for Tournaments at Waitakere

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 Waitakere

Get answers to common questions about playing Waitakere and what to expect.

How difficult is Waitakere for mid-handicap golfers?

From a scoring perspective, Waitakere challenges consistency. The 120 slope rating keeps it accessible for developing players. The course rating of 70 reflects on scoring relative to par 27.

What tees should a 15 handicap play at Waitakere?

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 Waitakere?

With a course rating of 70 and par 27, a mid-handicap golfer would typically score in the mid to high 80s. Stronger players aiming to break 27 must manage approach shots and avoid penalty strokes.

How long is Waitakere and how does yardage affect play?

At a full length of 6500 yards, it balances distance with positional strategy.

What type of course is Waitakere 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 Waitakere 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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