77% match
For 21804, USGA, Red, Women tees
Keep par safe, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Short Game~26 min35 HCP3 drills
Scoring28%
Distance Control24%
Precision18%
Practice Programs
Complete Golf Practice Blueprint for Horizons Golf Resort
Discover tailored practice programs for this course.
Total Programs
33
33 complete programs built for this course
Unique Drills
151
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
Le Meilleur Horizons Golf Resort Practice Profile
We've mapped a comprehensive practice profile for Le Meilleur Horizons Golf Resort, 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 28%Precision 21%Distance Control 19%Aim 16%Trajectory 13%
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.
20.5
Average HCP
12.2
Minimum HCP
35.2
Maximum HCP
Top Drills
Featured Drills for Le Meilleur Horizons Golf Resort
Most-used drills from for this course. Practice as standalone drills or scroll down for full programs.
Putting18 min
Putting Aid: Plane Board, Ball Gate, 10/20
Make 10 out of 20 putts through the ball gate, using plane board.
Short Game26 min
Bump-n-Run | Fairway | Flat
Up to 5 players hit bump-n-run shot two buckets of balls (avg. bucket is 40 balls) from the flat fairway.
Driving Range31 min
Short irons (9,8) | 3 Landing Zones
Hit 15 balls to each landing zone using short irons only. Hit one bucket of ~50 balls. Count total number of successful shots.
Driving Range31 min
Short irons (9,8) | Ladder Challenge
Complete the Ladder Challenge using short irons only. Hit one bucket of ~50 balls.
Short Game26 min
Bump-n-Run | Fairway | Above/Below Feet
Hit bump-n-run two buckets of balls (avg. bucket is 40 balls) from the sloped fairway; one bucket with balls above feet level, and one bucket with balls below feet level.
Short Game26 min
Bump-n-Run | Scattered Piles | Bullseye 2x
Scatter a bucket of balls (avg. bucket is 40 balls) next to the green. Scatter into 8 equal piles of 5 balls and stop bump-n-run shots inside Bullseye. Count the number of balls in the inner and outer Bullseye.
Course Details
Everything you need to know about Le Meilleur Horizons Golf Resort.
Contact Information
📞
Phone
+44 (0)1250 872622
📠
Fax
+44 (0) 1250 872622
✉️Email
enquiries@horizonsgolf.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
Horizons Dr, Salamander Bay NSW 2317, Australia
Course Description
Horizons Golf Resort is a championship 18-hole golf course and function centre located in Salamander Bay, Port Stephens. Founded in 1992, it is renowned for its world-class layout, challenging play, and renowned greens, attracting national acclaim and visitors from the Newcastle region and beyond. The resort combines golf, dining at the cafe and bar, memberships, and event facilities, set within wetlands and coastal scenery that are home to native wildlife.
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Course Information
Holes
18
Par
72
Type
Parkland
Architect
Graham Marsh and Ross Watson
Opened
1992
Google Reviews
Business Claimed
⭐4.2(407 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 Le Meilleur Horizons Golf Resort, all within a single responsive scorecard.
Scorecard data available for 21804, USGA, Red, Women
Men's Tees
Women's Tees
2
21804, USGA, Blue, Men Tee
Gender: MalePar 726708 yards6134 metersCR 73.0Bogey 98.7Slope 139
Gender: Male
Front Nine · CR 36.9 · BR 49.7 · Slope 138
Back Nine · CR 36.1 · BR 49.0 · Slope 139
| 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 | 5 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 3 | 5 | 36 | 4 | 4 | 5 | 3 | 4 | 3 | 5 | 4 | 4 | 36 | 72 |
| Handicap | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| Yardage | 425 | 420 | 381 | 523 | 353 | 197 | 413 | 168 | 540 | 3420 | 428 | 342 | 526 | 157 | 407 | 171 | 540 | 381 | 336 | 3288 | 6708 |
2
21804, USGA, White, Men Tee
Gender: MalePar 726474 yards5920 metersCR 71.7Bogey 96.6Slope 134
Gender: Male
Front Nine · CR 36.0 · BR 48.4 · Slope 133
Back Nine · CR 35.7 · BR 48.2 · Slope 135
| 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 | 5 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 3 | 5 | 36 | 4 | 4 | 5 | 3 | 4 | 3 | 5 | 4 | 4 | 36 | 72 |
| Handicap | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| Yardage | 406 | 409 | 356 | 500 | 332 | 180 | 404 | 152 | 521 | 3260 | 415 | 394 | 500 | 150 | 392 | 150 | 528 | 359 | 326 | 3214 | 6474 |
2
21804, USGA, Yellow, Men Tee
Gender: MalePar 725452 yards4985 metersCR 67.5Bogey 89.5Slope 118
Gender: Male
Front Nine · CR 33.6 · BR 44.5 · Slope 117
Back Nine · CR 33.9 · BR 45.0 · Slope 119
| 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 | 5 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 3 | 5 | 36 | 4 | 4 | 5 | 3 | 4 | 3 | 5 | 4 | 4 | 36 | 72 |
| Handicap | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| Yardage | 342 | 353 | 263 | 423 | 263 | 143 | 341 | 132 | 442 | 2702 | 338 | 336 | 437 | 120 | 333 | 125 | 472 | 301 | 288 | 2750 | 5452 |
2
21804, USGA, Red, Women Tee
Gender: FemalePar 745913 yards5407 metersCR 75.0Bogey 107.1Slope 136
Gender: Female
Front Nine · CR 37.5 · BR 53.7 · Slope 137
Back Nine · CR 37.5 · BR 53.4 · Slope 135
| Hole | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | IN | 10 | 11 | 12 | 13 | 14 | 15 | 16 | 17 | 18 | OUT | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Par | 4 | 5 | 4 | 5 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 3 | 5 | 37 | 4 | 5 | 5 | 3 | 4 | 3 | 5 | 4 | 4 | 37 | 74 |
| Handicap | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| Yardage | 386 | 410 | 330 | 469 | 316 | 143 | 342 | 131 | 442 | 2969 | 371 | 386 | 476 | 121 | 332 | 126 | 474 | 338 | 320 | 2944 | 5913 |
2
21804, USGA, Yellow, Women Tee
Gender: FemalePar 745452 yards4985 metersCR 72.1Bogey 102.0Slope 127
Gender: Female
Front Nine · CR 35.8 · BR 50.5 · Slope 125
Back Nine · CR 36.3 · BR 51.5 · Slope 129
| Hole | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | IN | 10 | 11 | 12 | 13 | 14 | 15 | 16 | 17 | 18 | OUT | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Par | 4 | 5 | 4 | 5 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 3 | 5 | 37 | 4 | 5 | 5 | 3 | 4 | 3 | 5 | 4 | 4 | 37 | 74 |
| Handicap | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| Yardage | 342 | 353 | 263 | 423 | 263 | 143 | 341 | 132 | 442 | 2702 | 338 | 336 | 437 | 120 | 333 | 125 | 472 | 301 | 288 | 2750 | 5452 |
Programs
Skill-Based Practice Programs for Le Meilleur Horizons Golf Resort
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 33 Programs
% match to course practice profile57% match
For 21804, USGA, Red, Women tees
Land near hole, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Short Game~26 min35 HCP3 drills
Scoring31%
Alignment31%
Aim23%
61% match
For 21804, USGA, Red, Women tees
Fade or draw short irons, for a 30-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Driving Range~31 min30 HCP8 drills
Trajectory30%
Precision23%
Mechanics23%
35% match
For 21804, USGA, Red, Women tees
Match swing to shot, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Driving Range~31 min35 HCP3 drills
Mechanics45%
Trajectory28%
Precision27%
11 Week Flagship Program for Le Meilleur Horizons Golf Resort
A complete and progressive long-term development curriculum mapped from easier to harder drills, specifically for Le Meilleur Horizons Golf Resort. 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 · 9 ft (3m) only
Sink Mid-Distance Putts
Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 17.0
Weeks 1–2≤ 3 days
Short Game · Flop
Hit Flop & Avoid Big Numbers
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Weeks 2–3≤ 6 days
Driving Range · Driver
Control Driver Ball Flight
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Weeks 4–5≤ 5 days
Putting · 6 ft (2m) only
Focus Aim For 6 Foot Putts
Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 11.0
Week 5≤ 3 days
Short Game · Pitch
Land Close To Pin
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Weeks 6–7≤ 6 days
Driving Range · Long irons (4,3,2)
Control Long Iron Flight
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Weeks 7–8≤ 6 days
Putting · 3 ft (1m) only
Make Every Putt Count Accurately
Difficulty: Advanced · Program HCP 5.0
Weeks 9–10≤ 6 days
Short Game · Pitch
Land Close To Pin
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Weeks 10–11≤ 3 days
Driving Range · Woods (Hy,5W,3W)
Feet, hips, shoulders—get it right for consistent contact
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
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51% match
For 21804, USGA, Red, Women tees
Control the rollout distance, for a 17-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min17 HCP9 drills
Scoring33%
Accuracy25%
Green Reading9%
67% match
For 21804, USGA, Yellow, Women tees
Treat every putt as crucial, for a 5-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Putting15-24 min4 HCP7 drills
Scoring34%
Precision29%
Aim16%
43% match
For 21804, USGA, Yellow, Women tees
Dial in touch, for a 21-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Short Game~26 min21 HCP9 drills
Scoring37%
Accuracy32%
Green Reading13%
57% match
For 21804, USGA, Yellow, Women tees
Control rollout, for a 28-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Short Game~26 min28 HCP5 drills
Distance Control33%
Alignment21%
Aim11%
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Get Started56% match
For 21804, USGA, Yellow, Women tees
Open up and fly, for a 24-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Short Game~26 min23 HCP7 drills
Alignment31%
Scoring18%
Distance Control17%
56% match
For 21804, USGA, Yellow, Women tees
Perfect short iron arc, for a 32-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Driving Range~31 min32 HCP7 drills
Trajectory29%
Precision26%
Mechanics26%
55% match
For 21804, USGA, Yellow, Women tees
Stick to woods line, for a 13-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Driving Range~31 min13 HCP4 drills
Accuracy29%
Distance Control25%
Scoring21%
35% match
For 21804, USGA, Yellow, Women tees
Consistent long iron contact, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Driving Range~31 min35 HCP3 drills
Mechanics45%
Precision30%
Trajectory25%
66% match
For 21804, USGA, Blue, Men tees
Capitalize on makeable putts, for a 5-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Putting15-30 min5 HCP6 drills
Scoring32%
Precision20%
Aim19%
49% match
For 21804, USGA, Blue, Men tees
Roll to tap-in range, for a 21-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Short Game~26 min21 HCP9 drills
Scoring39%
Accuracy32%
Green Reading9%
64% match
For 21804, USGA, Blue, Men tees
Vary landing spot, for a 20-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min19 HCP9 drills
Distance Control31%
Aim15%
Dispersion15%
59% match
For 21804, USGA, Blue, Men tees
Dial in aim, for a 19-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min19 HCP9 drills
Aim29%
Scoring16%
Accuracy13%
81% match
For 21804, USGA, Blue, Men tees
Advanced accuracy, for a 1-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Driving Range30-31 min0 HCP5 drills
Scoring26%
Precision20%
Distance Control15%
69% match
For 21804, USGA, Blue, Men tees
Improve accuracy, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Driving Range~31 min17 HCP3 drills
Distance Control27%
Scoring20%
Trajectory20%
52% match
For 21804, USGA, Blue, Men tees
Control ball flight basics, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Driving Range~31 min35 HCP6 drills
Precision29%
Mechanics23%
Trajectory19%
25% match
For 21804, USGA, Yellow, Men tees
Focus on ball roll and finish position, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Putting~18 min17 HCP3 drills
Aim38%
Alignment23%
Stroke22%
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Get Started57% match
For 21804, USGA, Yellow, Men tees
Stick chips near hole, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min17 HCP9 drills
Accuracy23%
Scoring20%
Distance Control15%
48% match
For 21804, USGA, Yellow, Men tees
Stick approaches, for a 17-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min16 HCP4 drills
Scoring45%
Distance Control33%
Visualization23%
73% match
For 21804, USGA, Yellow, Men tees
Land 2 feet away, for a 6-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Short Game~26 min5 HCP7 drills
Dispersion24%
Aim20%
Distance Control19%
76% match
For 21804, USGA, Yellow, Men tees
Advanced accuracy, for a 1-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Driving Range30-31 min0 HCP7 drills
Scoring30%
Distance Control16%
Precision15%
69% match
For 21804, USGA, Yellow, Men tees
Improve accuracy, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Driving Range~31 min17 HCP3 drills
Distance Control27%
Scoring20%
Trajectory20%
57% match
For 21804, USGA, Yellow, Men tees
Stop missing greens, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Driving Range~31 min35 HCP6 drills
Precision33%
Aim19%
Mechanics15%
40% match
For 21804, USGA, White, Men tees
Align putter head, for a 11-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Putting15-18 min11 HCP5 drills
Aim39%
Scoring16%
Alignment14%
65% match
For 21804, USGA, White, Men tees
Pitch to the green, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Short Game~26 min35 HCP6 drills
Aim26%
Alignment25%
Scoring20%
65% match
For 21804, USGA, White, Men tees
Control the rollout distance, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min17 HCP8 drills
Scoring16%
Aim16%
Precision15%
69% match
For 21804, USGA, White, Men tees
Land 2 feet away, for a 8-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Short Game~26 min8 HCP6 drills
Distance Control24%
Precision18%
Dispersion13%
35% match
For 21804, USGA, White, Men tees
Consistent mid iron contact, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Driving Range~31 min35 HCP4 drills
Mechanics45%
Precision30%
Trajectory25%
60% match
For 21804, USGA, White, Men tees
Consistent woods length, for a 14-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Driving Range30-31 min14 HCP5 drills
Distance Control33%
Scoring18%
Accuracy14%
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Get Started52% match
For 21804, USGA, White, Men tees
Reduce driver spread, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Driving Range~31 min17 HCP5 drills
Dispersion31%
Precision20%
Scoring16%
2026
Prepare for Tournaments at Le Meilleur Horizons Golf Resort
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Australia
Bonville Champions Trophy
12/7/2026
Stroke
WAGR
Junior
women
Open for registration
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Bonville Champions Trophy
12/7/2026
Stroke
WAGR
Junior
men
Open for registration
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Frequently Asked Questions about Le Meilleur Horizons Golf Resort
Get answers to common questions about playing Le Meilleur Horizons Golf Resort and what to expect.
How difficult is Le Meilleur Horizons Golf Resort for mid-handicap golfers?
From a scoring perspective, Le Meilleur Horizons Golf Resort challenges consistency. The 139.0 slope indicates balanced but noticeable difficulty. The course rating of 73.0 reflects on scoring relative to par 72.
What tees should a 15 handicap play at Le Meilleur Horizons Golf Resort?
A 15 handicap golfer should consider tees closer to 6080 yards. The back tees extend to 6708.0 yards, which makes approach shots longer and scoring more challenging.
What is considered a good score at Le Meilleur Horizons Golf Resort?
With a course rating of 73.0 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 Le Meilleur Horizons Golf Resort and how does yardage affect play?
Stretching to 6708.0 yards from the back tees, it does not overwhelm length but rewards accuracy.
What type of course is Le Meilleur Horizons Golf Resort and how should I play it?
The course follows a traditional Parkland 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.
What features make Le Meilleur Horizons Golf Resort strategically challenging?
The combination of a slope rating of 139.0 and yardage reaching 6708.0 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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