Practice Programs
We studied this course layout and mapped exact drills around stroke index, handicap index and distances. Practice like you know Par 3.
Total Programs
16
16 complete programs built for this course
Unique Drills
73
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
We've mapped a comprehensive practice profile for Par 3, 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.
Make 50 putts in a row using an alignment mirror.
Up to 5 players compete to stop a bump-n-run shot inside the quadrant(s). The player with the most points wins the challenge. One bucket of balls per player is needed.
Curve the ball around the alignment stick using using mid irons only. Hit one bucket of ~50 balls.
Up to 5 players compete to stop a bump-n-run shot in the stop zone(s). The player with the most points at the end wins the challenge. One bucket of balls per player is needed.
Hit 15 balls to each landing zone using woods only. Hit one bucket of ~50 balls. Count total number of successful shots.
Complete the Club Swapping Challenge using woods only. Hit one bucket of ~50 balls.
Everything you need to know about Par 3.
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Holywell Bay
Holywell Bay Golf offers coastal golf on the North Cornwall coast near Newquay, featuring two 18-hole courses and a 16-hole mini golf among other attractions. The venue provides a family-friendly, seaside golf experience with scenic fairways, challenging layouts, and facilities for visitors, including golf lessons and ticketed pricing. Located on the North Cornwall coast, the club emphasizes welcoming players of all levels and offers a range of golfing options from traditional courses to pitch-and-putt and miniature golf.
par-3 course • eighteen-hole golf • pitch-and-putt • mini golf • coastal golf • north cornwall • newquay • family friendly golf • golf lessons • seasonal tickets • admission prices • opening times • golf fixtures • visiting us • food and drink • golf club • cornwall • golf courses • sea views • beginners • experienced golfers • recreation
Holes
36
Par
54
Type
Links
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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 Par 3 hole-by-hole data.
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Free eBook
Curated selection of drills based on Par 3 hole-by-hole data.
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Free eBook
Curated selection of drills based on Par 3 hole-by-hole data.
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Free eBook
Curated selection of drills based on Par 3 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 profileSink with precision, for a 2-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Hit center consistently, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
A complete and progressive long-term development curriculum mapped from easier to harder drills, specifically for Par 3. Start with the basics and work your way towards more challenging drills. Commit to 12 weeks of training and get in proper shape. Four days counts as a week.
Full 48 days 66 page practice program designed specifically around this course hole by hole data.
Putting · 3 ft (1m) only
Practice 3 Ft Putts For Consistency
Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 17.0
Putting · 3 ft (1m) only
Sink All Short Putts
Difficulty: Expert · Program HCP 2.0
Short Game · Chip
Chip 5–15 Yds From Fringe
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Short Game · Chip
Vary Landing Spot
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 29.0
Short Game · Bump'n'Run
Feel the green—leave every Bump'n'Run inside the safe zone
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 27.0
Short Game · Bump'n'Run
Bump'n'Run 10–20 Yds
Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 17.0
Driving Range · Mid irons (7,6,5)
Mid-Iron Distance Control 150–180 Yards
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Driving Range · Long irons (4,3,2)
Stop Missing Greens With Long Irons
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Driving Range · Mid irons (7,6,5)
Center of the green: reduce spread on irons
Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 17.0
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See landing and roll, for a 15-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Stop on a dime, for a 29-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Control flight, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Keep within 6 yards, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Master touch, for a 27-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Stop near the hole, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
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Get StartedPrecision from tough lie, for a 10-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Pitch from fairway, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Control the rollout distance, for a 17-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Improve accuracy, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Control distance, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Precision 3-wood shots, for a 1-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Consistent woods length, for a 14-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Stop missing greens, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
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FAQ
Get answers to common questions about playing Par 3 and what to expect.
From a scoring perspective, Par 3 challenges consistency. This slope level makes it manageable compared to championship venues. The course rating of 70 reflects on scoring relative to par 54.
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.
With a course rating of 70 and par 54, a mid-handicap golfer would typically score in the mid to high 80s. Stronger players aiming to break 54 must manage approach shots and avoid penalty strokes.
Stretching to 6500 yards from the back tees, it does not overwhelm length but rewards accuracy.
The course follows a traditional Links design philosophy. 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 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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