Land close to pin, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Practice Programs
Complete Golf Practice Blueprint for Hartswater Golf Club
Discover tailored practice programs for this course.
Total Programs
44
44 complete programs built for this course
Unique Drills
185
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
Hartswater Golf Club Practice Profile
We've mapped a comprehensive practice profile for Hartswater 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
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 Hartswater Golf Club
Most-used drills from for this course. Practice as standalone drills or scroll down for full programs.
Putting Aid: Chalk Line, 10/20
Make 10 out of 20 putts over the chalk starting line.
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.
Long irons (4,3,2) | Left-to-R and Right-to-L Shot
Produce left-to-right and right-to-left shots using long irons only. Hit one bucket of ~50 balls.
Long irons (4,3,2) | Around the Stick
Curve the ball around the alignment stick using using long irons only. Hit one bucket of ~50 balls.
Woods (Hy to 3W) | Downswing
Work only on downswing using woods only. Hit one bucket of ~50 balls.
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.
Course Details
Everything you need to know about Hartswater Golf Club.
Contact Information
Phone
+44 (0)1250 872622
Fax
+44 (0) 1250 872622
auggys@hartswater.com
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Facilities
Location
Hartswater, 8570, South Africa
Course Information
Holes
9
Par
36
Type
Parkland
Opened
1887
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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 Hartswater Golf Club, all within a single responsive scorecard.
Scorecard data available for Blue(w)
Blue Tee
Gender: Male
Front Nine · CR 35.2 · BR 47.8 · Slope 136
Back Nine · CR 35.6 · BR 46.8 · Slope 121
| 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 | 5 | 3 | 5 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 36 | 4 | 5 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 5 | 3 | 36 | 72 |
| Handicap | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| Yardage | 295 | 158 | 550 | 192 | 475 | 447 | 363 | 441 | 354 | 3275 | 373 | 491 | 392 | 426 | 371 | 377 | 136 | 526 | 172 | 3264 | 6539 |
Red Tee
Gender: Male
Front Nine · CR 33.7 · BR 45.2 · Slope 124
Back Nine · CR 33.7 · BR 44.4 · 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 | 3 | 5 | 3 | 5 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 36 | 4 | 5 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 5 | 3 | 36 | 72 |
| Handicap | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| Yardage | 295 | 145 | 502 | 172 | 424 | 388 | 327 | 397 | 316 | 2966 | 373 | 410 | 360 | 341 | 371 | 268 | 136 | 526 | 133 | 2918 | 5884 |
White Tee
Gender: Male
Front Nine · CR 35.7 · BR 48.4 · Slope 137
Back Nine · CR 36.4 · BR 47.9 · Slope 124
| 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 | 5 | 3 | 5 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 36 | 4 | 5 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 5 | 3 | 36 | 72 |
| Handicap | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| Yardage | 318 | 158 | 560 | 201 | 522 | 447 | 371 | 441 | 354 | 3372 | 425 | 496 | 419 | 426 | 386 | 377 | 145 | 585 | 172 | 3431 | 6803 |
White Re-Rate 1 Tee
Gender: Male
Front Nine · CR 35.6 · BR 47.5 · Slope 128
Back Nine · CR 35.7 · BR 46.5 · Slope 116
| 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 | 5 | 3 | 5 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 36 | 4 | 3 | 5 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 36 | 72 |
| Handicap | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| Yardage | 319 | 168 | 562 | 201 | 523 | 448 | 371 | 442 | 366 | 3400 | 269 | 145 | 587 | 172 | 425 | 497 | 419 | 427 | 387 | 3328 | 6735 |
Blue(w) Tee
Gender: Female
Front Nine · CR 38.8 · BR 55.4 · Slope 141
Back Nine · CR 38.5 · BR 55.5 · Slope 144
| 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 | 5 | 3 | 5 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 36 | 4 | 5 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 5 | 3 | 36 | 72 |
| Handicap | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| Yardage | 295 | 158 | 550 | 192 | 475 | 447 | 363 | 441 | 354 | 3275 | 373 | 491 | 392 | 426 | 371 | 377 | 136 | 526 | 172 | 3264 | 6539 |
Red (w) Re-Rate 1 Tee
Gender: Female
Front Nine · CR 35.7 · BR 49.8 · Slope 120
Back Nine · CR 36.2 · BR 51.2 · Slope 127
| 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 | 5 | 3 | 5 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 36 | 4 | 3 | 5 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 36 | 72 |
| Handicap | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| Yardage | 296 | 145 | 504 | 7 | 425 | 389 | 328 | 398 | 317 | 2809 | 269 | 136 | 528 | 133 | 374 | 411 | 360 | 342 | 371 | 2924 | 5737 |
Red(w) Tee
Gender: Female
Front Nine · CR 37.1 · BR 52.8 · Slope 133
Back Nine · CR 36.6 · BR 52.6 · Slope 136
| 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 | 5 | 3 | 5 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 36 | 4 | 5 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 5 | 3 | 36 | 72 |
| Handicap | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| Yardage | 295 | 145 | 502 | 172 | 424 | 388 | 327 | 397 | 316 | 2966 | 373 | 410 | 360 | 341 | 371 | 268 | 136 | 526 | 133 | 2918 | 5884 |
Programs
Skill-Based Practice Programs for Hartswater 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 44 Programs
% match to course practice profileGet up-and-down consistently, for a 3-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Improve accuracy, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Stop missing greens, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
13 Week Flagship Program for Hartswater Golf Club
A complete and progressive long-term development curriculum mapped from easier to harder drills, specifically for Hartswater Golf 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.
Putting · 9 ft (3m) only
Pace Putts To Hole
Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 17.0
Short Game · Flop
Flop 15–25 Yds From Sand Or Tight Lie
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Driving Range · Woods (Hy,5W,3W)
3-Wood Dispersion Control For Beginners
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Putting · 3 ft (1m) only
Perfect Every 3 Ft Putt
Difficulty: Expert · Program HCP 2.0
Short Game · Chip
Chip 5–15 Yds From Fringe
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 34.0
Driving Range · Woods (Hy,5W,3W)
Control 3-Wood Roll
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Putting · 6 ft (2m) only
Read Subtle Breaks
Difficulty: Expert · Program HCP 1.0
Short Game · Pitch
Land Close To Pin
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 34.0
Driving Range · Driver
Control Driver Ball Flight
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Flop from bunkers, for a 3-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
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Get StartedPrecision 3-wood shots, for a 1-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Practice uphill and downhill putts, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Stop on a dime, for a 24-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
See the shot, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Control 3-wood roll, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Improve accuracy, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Stop missing fairways, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Chip from tight lies, for a 2-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Stop near the hole, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Roll to tap-in range, for a 3-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Keep within 8 yards, for a 26-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Advantage from tee, for a 1-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
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Get StartedControl woods height, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Read subtle breaks, for a 2-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Hit putts with both left and right breaks, for a 1-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Dial in touch, for a 20-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Set a target, for a 31-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Challenge limits, for a 22-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Reduce misses, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Stay on fairways, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Advanced fairway accuracy, for a 1-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Turn into par saves, for a 30-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Challenge limits, for a 23-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Chip close, for a 25-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
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Get StartedMaximize greens in regulation, for a 1-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Eliminate hooks, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Control distance, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Up-and-down contest, for a 21-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Fly over bunker, for a 20-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Control flight path, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Control roll, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Reduce misses, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Control pace from 3 to 20 feet, for a 2-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Handle tight lies, for a 3-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Keep par safe, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Flop from sand, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
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Get StartedShape driver flight, for a 26-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Control driver distance, for a 6-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Keep within 6 yards, for a 20-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Prepare for Tournaments at Hartswater Golf Club
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 Hartswater Golf Club
Get answers to common questions about playing Hartswater Golf Club and what to expect.
How difficult is Hartswater Golf Club for mid-handicap golfers?
Hartswater Golf Club is regarded as a strategically complex layout. At 131.0, it provides challenge without being extreme. The course rating of 72.1 reflects on scoring relative to par 36.
What tees should a 15 handicap play at Hartswater Golf Club?
A 15 handicap golfer should consider tees closer to 6270 yards. The back tees extend to 6803.0 yards, which makes approach shots longer and scoring more challenging.
What is considered a good score at Hartswater Golf Club?
With a course rating of 72.1 and par 36, a mid-handicap golfer would typically score in the mid to high 80s. Stronger players aiming to break 36 must manage approach shots and avoid penalty strokes.
How long is Hartswater Golf Club and how does yardage affect play?
At a full length of 6803.0 yards, it requires solid mid-to-long iron play.
What type of course is Hartswater Golf Club 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 Hartswater Golf Club strategically challenging?
The combination of a slope rating of 131.0 and yardage reaching 6803.0 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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