56% match
For 40923, USGA, White, Women tees
Mix short game shots, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Short Game~26 min35 HCP8 drills
Scoring43%
Distance Control35%
Visualization22%
Practice Programs
Complete Golf Practice Blueprint for Hamilton Island Golf Club
Discover tailored practice programs for this course.
Total Programs
32
32 complete programs built for this course
Unique Drills
137
Total unique drills across all programs
Skill Pillars
12
Accuracy · Aim · Alignment · Dispersion · Distance Control · Green Reading
Session Durations
7
3 days , 4 days , 5 days , 6 days , 7 days , 8 days , 9 days
AccuracyAimAlignmentDispersionDistance ControlGreen Reading+6 more
Hamilton Island Golf Club Practice Profile
We've mapped a comprehensive practice profile for Hamilton Island 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 31%Distance Control 24%Precision 19%Trajectory 13%Aim 11%
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.
17.9
Average HCP
11
Minimum HCP
30.4
Maximum HCP
Top Drills
Featured Drills for Hamilton Island Golf Club
Most-used drills from for this course. Practice as standalone drills or scroll down for full programs.
Putting18 min
Putting Aid: String Line, 10/20
Make 10 out of 20 putts, underneath the hanging string line.
Short Game26 min
DIY Course Easy
Make a DIY 9 hole easy-difficulty course. Every hole is PAR 2. Count the score.
Driving Range31 min
Driver | Y Area
Hit 15 balls to each Y area using driver only. Hit one bucket of ~50 balls. Count total number of successful shots.
Short Game26 min
DIY Course Easy
Make a DIY 9 hole easy-difficulty course. Every hole is PAR 2. Count the score.
Short Game26 min
DIY Course Easy
Up to 5 players play easy-difficulty 9 hole ‘PAR 2’ DIY course. Best final score wins.
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.
Course Details
Everything you need to know about Hamilton Island Golf Club.
Contact Information
📞
Phone
+44 (0)1250 872622
📠
Fax
+44 (0) 1250 872622
✉️Email
golf@hamiltonisland.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
Whitsundays QLD 4803, Australia
Course Description
Hamilton Island Golf Club is a premier 18-hole championship golf course located on Dent Island, part of the Hamilton Island resort in Queensland, Australia. Designed by Peter Thomson, it offers challenging fairways with spectacular views of the Coral Sea and Whitsunday Islands, alongside a clubhouse that provides dining and relaxation after play. The club promotes golf holidays with packages that pair rounds with accommodation on Hamilton Island, including options like qualia Golf Getaway and various hotel deals. Visitors can book tee times, explore course stories, and access facilities such as the pro shop, etiquette guides, and group golf arrangements.
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Course Information
Holes
18
Par
71
Type
Parkland
Architect
Peter Thomson
Opened
2009
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Business Claimed
⭐4.7(469 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 Hamilton Island Golf Club, all within a single responsive scorecard.
Scorecard data available for 40923, USGA, White, Women
Men's Tees
Women's Tees
4
40923, USGA, Blue, Men Tee
Gender: MalePar 716666 yards6095 metersCR 73.2Bogey 98.5Slope 136
Gender: Male
Front Nine · CR 36.2 · BR 49.3 · Slope 141
Back Nine · CR 37.0 · BR 49.2 · 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 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 5 | 5 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 36 | 4 | 5 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 35 | 71 |
| Handicap | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| Yardage | 402 | 414 | 345 | 191 | 485 | 538 | 163 | 361 | 413 | 3312 | 374 | 583 | 348 | 410 | 163 | 423 | 173 | 415 | 465 | 3354 | 6666 |
4
40923, USGA, Red, Men Tee
Gender: MalePar 695317 yards4862 metersCR 65.6Bogey 86.2Slope 111
Gender: Male
Front Nine · CR 32.4 · BR 42.3 · Slope 107
Back Nine · CR 33.2 · BR 43.9 · Slope 115
| 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 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 34 | 4 | 5 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 35 | 69 |
| Handicap | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| Yardage | 338 | 335 | 257 | 116 | 400 | 415 | 121 | 273 | 325 | 2580 | 288 | 472 | 299 | 362 | 123 | 339 | 143 | 319 | 392 | 2737 | 5317 |
4
40923, USGA, White, Men Tee
Gender: MalePar 706150 yards5624 metersCR 69.6Bogey 92.6Slope 124
Gender: Male
Front Nine · CR 34.4 · BR 46.1 · Slope 126
Back Nine · CR 35.2 · BR 46.5 · Slope 122
| 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 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 35 | 4 | 5 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 35 | 70 |
| Handicap | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| Yardage | 373 | 361 | 308 | 176 | 465 | 514 | 144 | 324 | 364 | 3029 | 329 | 558 | 333 | 393 | 153 | 378 | 163 | 391 | 423 | 3121 | 6150 |
4
40923, USGA, Red, Women Tee
Gender: FemalePar 705317 yards4862 metersCR 71.0Bogey 100.8Slope 126
Gender: Female
Front Nine · CR 34.8 · BR 49.7 · Slope 126
Back Nine · CR 36.2 · BR 51.1 · Slope 126
| 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 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 35 | 4 | 5 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 35 | 70 |
| Handicap | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| Yardage | 338 | 335 | 257 | 116 | 400 | 415 | 121 | 273 | 325 | 2580 | 288 | 472 | 299 | 362 | 123 | 339 | 143 | 319 | 392 | 2737 | 5317 |
4
40923, USGA, White, Women Tee
Gender: FemalePar 726169 yards5641 metersCR 76.6Bogey 112.0Slope 150
Gender: Female
Front Nine · CR 37.8 · BR 55.7 · Slope 152
Back Nine · CR 38.8 · BR 56.3 · Slope 148
| 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 | 4 | 3 | 5 | 5 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 36 | 4 | 5 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 36 | 72 |
| Handicap | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| Yardage | 376 | 363 | 309 | 176 | 463 | 514 | 141 | 324 | 366 | 3032 | 329 | 561 | 333 | 393 | 153 | 380 | 163 | 391 | 434 | 3137 | 6169 |
Programs
Skill-Based Practice Programs for Hamilton Island 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 32 Programs
% match to course practice profile66% match
For 40923, USGA, White, Women tees
Sand from longer range, for a 14-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min13 HCP7 drills
Distance Control23%
Aim17%
Scoring14%
81% match
For 40923, USGA, White, Women tees
Precision from 200 yards, for a 1-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Driving Range30-31 min0 HCP4 drills
Scoring30%
Precision23%
Trajectory20%
66% match
For 40923, USGA, White, Women tees
Improve driver accuracy, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Driving Range~31 min17 HCP3 drills
Scoring27%
Dispersion20%
Precision17%
14 Week Flagship Program for Hamilton Island Golf Club
A complete and progressive long-term development curriculum mapped from easier to harder drills, specifically for Hamilton Island Golf Club. 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.
Week 1≤ 3 days
Putting · 9 ft (3m) only
Focus Aim For Every 9 Foot Putt
Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 17.0
Weeks 1–3≤ 6 days
Putting · 9 ft (3m) only
Make Every Mid-Distance Putt
Difficulty: Expert · Program HCP 2.0
Weeks 3–5≤ 7 days
Short Game · Sand
Get Out of Bunker Safely
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Weeks 5–7≤ 7 days
Short Game · Mixed
Keep Ball Near Hole
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Weeks 7–8≤ 4 days
Short Game · Mixed
Short Game 5–20 Yds From Fringe Or Rough
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Weeks 8–9≤ 7 days
Driving Range · Woods (Hy,5W,3W)
3-Wood Dispersion Control For Beginners
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Weeks 10–11≤ 6 days
Driving Range · Driver
Driver Fairway Accuracy For Beginners
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Weeks 11–12≤ 3 days
Driving Range · Driver
Driver Fairway Accuracy For Beginners
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Weeks 12–14≤ 7 days
Driving Range · Mid irons (7,6,5)
Mid-Iron Distance Control 150–180 Yards
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
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60% match
For 40923, USGA, White, Women tees
Short game from tough lies, for a 1-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Short Game~26 min0 HCP9 drills
Scoring47%
Distance Control28%
Visualization21%
66% match
For 40923, USGA, White, Women tees
Improve accuracy, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Driving Range~31 min17 HCP3 drills
Distance Control25%
Trajectory22%
Scoring20%
56% match
For 40923, USGA, Blue, Men tees
Approach from hazards, for a 16-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min16 HCP9 drills
Scoring45%
Distance Control32%
Visualization23%
56% match
For 40923, USGA, Blue, Men tees
Keep near hole, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Short Game~26 min35 HCP4 drills
Scoring45%
Distance Control34%
Visualization22%
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Get Started66% match
For 40923, USGA, Blue, Men tees
Land softly, for a 2-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Short Game~26 min2 HCP9 drills
Precision26%
Dispersion17%
Aim15%
73% match
For 40923, USGA, Blue, Men tees
Fade or draw woods, for a 21-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Driving Range~31 min20 HCP6 drills
Scoring22%
Trajectory20%
Precision19%
55% match
For 40923, USGA, Blue, Men tees
Fade or draw mid irons, for a 29-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Driving Range~31 min29 HCP6 drills
Trajectory25%
Mechanics23%
Precision22%
73% match
For 40923, USGA, Blue, Men tees
Control short iron distance, for a 9-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Driving Range~31 min9 HCP4 drills
Distance Control31%
Scoring25%
Trajectory15%
19% match
For 40923, USGA, Red, Women tees
Align stance properly, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Putting~18 min17 HCP3 drills
Aim38%
Alignment23%
Stroke22%
62% match
For 40923, USGA, Red, Women tees
Stop within 2 feet, for a 1-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Short Game~26 min0 HCP7 drills
Scoring44%
Distance Control28%
Visualization22%
62% match
For 40923, USGA, Red, Women tees
Handle tight lies, for a 3-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Short Game~26 min3 HCP4 drills
Distance Control45%
Trajectory19%
Precision15%
56% match
For 40923, USGA, Red, Women tees
Make par, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Short Game~26 min35 HCP9 drills
Scoring44%
Distance Control34%
Visualization22%
73% match
For 40923, USGA, Red, Women tees
Improve accuracy, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Driving Range30-43 min17 HCP4 drills
Distance Control29%
Scoring26%
Dispersion21%
44% match
For 40923, USGA, Red, Women tees
Stop missing fairways, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Driving Range~31 min35 HCP6 drills
Precision29%
Mechanics22%
Trajectory19%
48% match
For 40923, USGA, Red, Women tees
Stop missing greens, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Driving Range~31 min35 HCP8 drills
Precision32%
Mechanics23%
Trajectory17%
62% match
For 40923, USGA, Red, Men tees
Repeat putts until consistent, for a 3-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Putting15-24 min2 HCP6 drills
Scoring36%
Precision34%
Aim12%
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Get Started63% match
For 40923, USGA, Red, Men tees
Up-and-down contest, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min18 HCP6 drills
Scoring33%
Distance Control17%
Accuracy14%
63% match
For 40923, USGA, Red, Men tees
Save par clutch, for a 14-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min14 HCP6 drills
Scoring45%
Distance Control28%
Visualization20%
68% match
For 40923, USGA, Red, Men tees
Pinpoint pitches, for a 19-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min19 HCP8 drills
Precision34%
Distance Control21%
Aim18%
50% match
For 40923, USGA, Red, Men tees
Stay on fairways, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Driving Range~31 min35 HCP7 drills
Precision32%
Mechanics19%
Trajectory17%
41% match
For 40923, USGA, Red, Men tees
Stop missing fairways, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Driving Range~31 min35 HCP3 drills
Aim25%
Precision24%
Alignment17%
72% match
For 40923, USGA, Red, Men tees
Maximize driver distance, for a 1-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Driving Range~31 min0 HCP5 drills
Scoring26%
Precision19%
Trajectory16%
65% match
For 40923, USGA, White, Men tees
Escape safely, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Short Game~26 min35 HCP8 drills
Distance Control25%
Alignment19%
Aim18%
76% match
For 40923, USGA, White, Men tees
Land softly, for a 3-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Short Game~26 min2 HCP6 drills
Precision20%
Scoring19%
Distance Control18%
62% match
For 40923, USGA, White, Men tees
Land near the pin, for a 17-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min16 HCP3 drills
Scoring30%
Distance Control18%
Alignment13%
73% match
For 40923, USGA, White, Men tees
Improve accuracy, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Driving Range~31 min17 HCP3 drills
Distance Control27%
Scoring20%
Trajectory20%
79% match
For 40923, USGA, White, Men tees
Maximize driver distance, for a 1-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Driving Range30-31 min0 HCP6 drills
Scoring29%
Precision20%
Trajectory13%
54% match
For 40923, USGA, White, Men tees
Stop missing greens, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Driving Range~31 min35 HCP8 drills
Precision28%
Mechanics17%
Trajectory15%
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Get personalized coaching and custom training programs tailored to your game.
Get Started2026
Prepare for Tournaments at Hamilton Island Golf Club
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No upcoming tournaments at this time.
FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions about Hamilton Island Golf Club
Get answers to common questions about playing Hamilton Island Golf Club and what to expect.
How difficult is Hamilton Island Golf Club for mid-handicap golfers?
Hamilton Island Golf Club is regarded as a strategically complex layout. A slope rating of 136.0 suggests a moderately demanding round. The course rating of 73.2 reflects on scoring relative to par 71.
What tees should a 15 handicap play at Hamilton Island Golf Club?
A 15 handicap golfer should consider tees closer to 5992 yards. The back tees extend to 6666.0 yards, which makes approach shots longer and scoring more challenging.
What is considered a good score at Hamilton Island Golf Club?
With a course rating of 73.2 and par 71, a mid-handicap golfer would typically score in the mid to high 80s. Stronger players aiming to break 71 must manage approach shots and avoid penalty strokes.
How long is Hamilton Island Golf Club and how does yardage affect play?
Measuring 6666.0 yards at maximum length, scoring depends more on placement than raw power.
What type of course is Hamilton Island Golf Club and how should I play it?
Hamilton Island 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 Hamilton Island Golf Club strategically challenging?
The combination of a slope rating of 136.0 and yardage reaching 6666.0 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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