Practice Programs

Complete Golf Practice Blueprint for Harbour Pointe Golf Club

Discover tailored practice programs for this course.

New Bern, North Carolina, United States of America

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Total Programs

12 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

Shoreline Practice Profile

We've mapped a comprehensive practice profile for Shoreline, 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

Aim 24%Accuracy 19%Alignment 19%Scoring 19%Distance Control 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.

22.6

Average HCP

Minimum HCP

36.7

Maximum HCP

Top Drills

Featured Drills for Shoreline

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

Putting18 min

Putting Aid: String Line, 15/25

Make 15 out of 25 putts, underneath the hanging string line.

Short Game26 min

Pitch | Scattered Ball Lines | Multiple Targets

Scatter a bucket of balls (avg. bucket is 40 balls) into 8 equal lines of 5 balls and stop pitch shots close to multiple targets. Count the number of successes.

Driving Range31 min

Long irons (4,3,2) | 3 Landing Zones

Hit 15 balls to each landing zone using long irons only. Hit one bucket of ~50 balls. Count total number of successful shots.

Putting18 min

Putting Aid: Plane Board, Ball Gate, 15/25

Make 15 out of 25 putts through the ball gate, using plane board.

Putting18 min

Putting Aid: Chalk Line, 15/25

Make 15 out of 25 putts over the chalk starting line.

Short Game26 min

Pitch | Deep Rough and Other | Above/Below Feet

Hit two buckets of balls (avg. bucket is 40 balls) from the sloped deep rough and other extreme grass types; one bucket with balls above feet level, one bucket with balls below feet level.

Course Details

Everything you need to know about Shoreline.

Contact Information

📞

Phone

+44 (0)1250 872622

📠

Fax

+44 (0) 1250 872622

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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

1105 Barkentine Drive

Course Description

Harbour Pointe Golf Club is a resort-style 18-hole championship golf course located in New Bern, North Carolina, within Fairfield Harbour. The course is a par 72, offering a coastal marshland landscape that provides a fun yet challenging round for golfers of all skill levels. It features amenities including The Pointe Restaurant, a practice facility, golf lessons, and stay-and-play packages that combine lodging with golf. The club promotes online tee times and a welcoming environment for both locals and visitors exploring the North Carolina coast.

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Course Information

Holes

Par

Type

Parkland

Architect

Rees Jones

Opened

1984

Google Reviews

Business Claimed

⭐4.3(191 reviews)

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Programs

Skill-Based Practice Programs for Shoreline

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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Control Every 6 Ft Putt

Practice long putts for distance control, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.

Putting~18 min17 HCP3 drills

Aim38%

Alignment23%

Stroke22%

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Hit Cup From Long Distance

Control extended rolls, for a 14-handicap player, ~15 minutes.

Putting18-27 min14 HCP5 drills

Dispersion40%

Accuracy30%

Visualization8%

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Pitch 15–25 Yds From Fringe

Pitch to the green, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.

Short Game~26 min34 HCP9 drills

Aim27%

Alignment22%

Distance Control15%

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Pick Landing Spot

Pick landing spot, for a 23-handicap player, ~20 minutes.

Short Game~26 min23 HCP3 drills

Accuracy33%

Scoring28%

Alignment21%

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11 Week Flagship Program for Shoreline

A complete and progressive long-term development curriculum mapped from easier to harder drills, specifically for Shoreline. Start with the basics and work your way towards more challenging drills. Commit to 11 weeks of training and get in proper shape. Four days counts as a week.

Week 1≤ 3 days

Putting · 6 ft (2m) only

Control Every 6 Ft Putt

Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 17.0

Weeks 1–3≤ 7 days

Short Game · Pitch

Pitch 15–25 Yds From Fringe

Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 34.0

Weeks 4–5≤ 6 days

Driving Range · Woods (Hy,5W,3W)

3-Wood Dispersion Control For Beginners

Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0

Weeks 5–6≤ 3 days

Putting · 6 ft (2m) only

Control Every 6 Ft Putt

Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 17.0

Weeks 6–7≤ 7 days

Short Game · Pitch

Can you hit your intended line from any lie?

Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 23.0

Week 8≤ 4 days

Driving Range · Driver

Control Driver Ball Flight

Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0

Weeks 9–10≤ 5 days

Putting · Long (20+ ft)

Hit Cup From Long Distance

Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 14.0

Week 10≤ 3 days

Short Game · Chip

Pick Landing Spot

Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 23.0

Week 11≤ 3 days

Driving Range · Long irons (4,3,2)

Long Iron Distance Control

Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 17.0

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Long Iron Distance Control

Control distance, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.

Driving Range~31 min17 HCP3 drills

Distance Control25%

Trajectory22%

Scoring20%

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3-Wood Dispersion Control For Beginners

Control 3-wood dispersion, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.

Driving Range~31 min35 HCP6 drills

Precision26%

Mechanics15%

Aim13%

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Control Every 6 Ft Putt

Adjust stance and grip for better roll, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.

Putting~18 min17 HCP3 drills

Aim38%

Alignment23%

Stroke22%

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Can you hit your intended line from any lie?

Hit intended line, for a 23-handicap player, ~20 minutes.

Short Game~26 min23 HCP7 drills

Aim32%

Distance Control16%

Precision16%

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Chip Close: Leave Inside 3 Feet

Pick landing spot, for a 21-handicap player, ~20 minutes.

Short Game~26 min21 HCP9 drills

Accuracy36%

Scoring18%

Distance Control14%

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Land 3–4 Feet From Hole

Land 3-4 feet away, for a 17-handicap player, ~15 minutes.

Short Game~26 min16 HCP8 drills

Accuracy30%

Distance Control22%

Alignment21%

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Land 3–4 Feet From Hole

Save par on approaches, for a 16-handicap player, ~15 minutes.

Short Game~26 min15 HCP6 drills

Scoring17%

Precision16%

Distance Control16%

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Control Driver Ball Flight

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

Driving Range~31 min35 HCP4 drills

Precision32%

Mechanics23%

Trajectory21%

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2026

Prepare for Tournaments at Shoreline

Follow a complete multi-week structured practice program ahead of the upcoming events and arrive prepared.

United States of America

2026 YMCA Tournament

4/25/2026

Stroke

all

Open for registration

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FAQ

Frequently Asked Questions about Shoreline

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

How difficult is Shoreline for mid-handicap golfers?

Players often find Shoreline technically exacting. 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 Shoreline?

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 Shoreline?

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 Shoreline and how does yardage affect play?

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

What type of course is Shoreline 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 Shoreline 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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