Practice Programs
We studied this course layout and mapped exact drills around stroke index, handicap index and distances. Practice like you know Hamakua Country Club.
Total Programs
29
29 complete programs built for this course
Unique Drills
131
Total unique drills across all programs
Skill Pillars
10
Accuracy · Aim · Alignment · Dispersion · Distance Control · Mechanics
Session Durations
7
3 days , 4 days , 5 days , 6 days , 7 days , 8 days , 9 days
We've mapped a comprehensive practice profile for Hamakua Country 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.
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Skill Distribution
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
Most-used drills from for this course. Practice as standalone drills or scroll down for full programs.
![Diagram for Three Gates Dispersion [Long]](https://cdn.prod.website-files.com/65d60f76badcce181f11dc50/665b489a061fc05bd21fccf4_Slide105.PNG)
Hit 30 balls and count how many balls end at which gate (to test for dispersion).
Scatter a bucket of balls (avg. bucket is 40 balls) into 8 equal piles of 5 balls and stop pitch shots close to multiple targets. Count the number of successes.
Hit 15 balls to each dispersion corridor using driver only. Hit one bucket of ~50 balls. Count total number of successful shots.
Align a bucket of balls (avg. bucket is 40 balls) into 10 equal parallel piles of 4 balls and stop pitch shots inside the Bullseye. Count the number of balls in the inner and outer Bullseye.
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. Up to 80 balls are needed.
Up to 5 players compete to stop a chip shot in the bullseye. The best final score relative to PAR wins the challenge. One bucket of balls per player is needed.
Everything you need to know about Hamakua Country Club.
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+44 (0) 1250 872622
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45-3280 Mamalahoa Hwy, Honokaa, HI 96727, USA
Holes
9
Par
30
Type
Parkland
Architect
Frank Anderson
Opened
1926
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Scorecard
Toggle the colour-coded tees to reveal hole-by-hole pars, handicaps, yardages, and gender-specific ratings for Hamakua Country Club, all within a single responsive scorecard.
Scorecard data available for White
Gender: Male
Front Nine · CR 31.4 · BR 40.8 · Slope 101
Back Nine · CR 31.4 · BR 40.8 · Slope 101
| Hole | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | IN | 10 | 11 | 12 | 13 | 14 | 15 | 16 | 17 | 18 | OUT | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Par | 4 | 3 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 33 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 33 | 66 |
| Handicap | 7 | 3 | 5 | 15 | 9 | 1 | 13 | 17 | 11 | — | 8 | 4 | 6 | 16 | 10 | 2 | 14 | 18 | 12 | — | — |
| Yardage | 328 | 220 | 287 | 169 | 375 | 385 | 300 | 113 | 270 | 2447 | 328 | 220 | 287 | 169 | 375 | 385 | 300 | 113 | 270 | 2447 | 4894 |
Gender: Female
Front Nine · CR 34.0 · BR 46.2 · Slope 103
Back Nine · CR 33.8 · BR 46.2 · Slope 105
| 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 | 5 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 4 | 3 | 5 | 37 | 4 | 4 | 5 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 4 | 3 | 5 | 37 | 74 |
| Handicap | 7 | 3 | 5 | 15 | 9 | 1 | 13 | 17 | 11 | — | 8 | 4 | 6 | 16 | 10 | 2 | 14 | 18 | 12 | — | — |
| Yardage | 328 | 220 | 287 | 169 | 375 | 385 | 300 | 113 | 270 | 2447 | 328 | 220 | 287 | 169 | 352 | 385 | 300 | 113 | 266 | 2420 | 4867 |
Drill Library
Explore the full on-course drill library built for this venue. Open any drill to review setup, coaching instructions, and target scoring benchmarks.
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Curated selection of drills based on Hamakua Country Club hole-by-hole data.
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Curated selection of drills based on Hamakua Country Club hole-by-hole data.
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Curated selection of drills based on Hamakua Country Club hole-by-hole data.
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Curated selection of drills based on Hamakua Country Club hole-by-hole data.
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Curated selection of drills based on Hamakua Country Club hole-by-hole data.
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Curated selection of drills based on Hamakua Country Club hole-by-hole data.
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Programs
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 profileHit cups from afar, for a 14-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Precision from tough lie, for a 15-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
A complete and progressive long-term development curriculum mapped from easier to harder drills, specifically for Hamakua Country Club. 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.
Full 51 days 70 page practice program designed specifically around this course hole by hole data.
Putting · Long (20+ ft)
Improve Accuracy On Long Putts 20+ Feet
Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 14.0
Short Game · Chip
Chip 5–15 Yds From Fringe
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Short Game · Pitch
Pitch 15–25 Yds From Fringe
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Short Game · Pitch
Keep Par Safe
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 34.0
Short Game · Pitch
Land Close To Pin
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 34.0
Short Game · Chip
Stop Chips Near Hole
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 34.0
Driving Range · Driver
Control Driver Ball Flight
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Driving Range · Wedges (LW,SW,GW,PW)
How close can you get? Challenge your short game
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 25.0
Driving Range · Driver
Control Driver Flight Path
Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 17.0
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Get square, for a 21-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Improve driver accuracy, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Reduce misses, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Feel the green, for a 29-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
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Get StartedHit fairways consistently, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Feel the green, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Pick line and commit, for a 17-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Pick line and commit, for a 2-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Chip close, for a 19-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Pick line and commit, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Vary landing spot, for a 17-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Feel the green, for a 5-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Stop within 2 feet, for a 12-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Pitch long distances, for a 5-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Land close to pin, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Sand from longer range, for a 13-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
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Get StartedThread the needle, for a 25-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Chip through gate, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Land 3-4 feet away, for a 17-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Chip through gate, for a 2-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Pick landing spot, for a 24-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Turn into birdies, for a 28-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Hit intended line, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Feel the distance, for a 16-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Thread the gap, for a 3-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Stop within 2 feet, for a 13-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Up-and-down contest, for a 24-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
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FAQ
Get answers to common questions about playing Hamakua Country Club and what to expect.
From a scoring perspective, Hamakua Country Club challenges consistency. The 101.0 slope rating keeps it accessible for developing players. The course rating of 62.8 reflects on scoring relative to par 30.
A 15 handicap golfer should consider tees closer to 4880 yards. The back tees extend to 4894.0 yards, which makes approach shots longer and scoring more challenging.
With a course rating of 62.8 and par 30, a mid-handicap golfer would typically score in the mid to high 80s. Stronger players aiming to break 30 must manage approach shots and avoid penalty strokes.
At a full length of 4894.0 yards, it emphasizes accuracy and wedge play.
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.
The combination of a slope rating of 101.0 and yardage reaching 4894.0 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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