Practice Programs

Complete Golf Practice Blueprint for Hualalai Golf Club

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Total Programs

14 complete programs built for this course

Unique Drills

Total unique drills across all programs

Skill Pillars

Accuracy · Aim · Alignment · Dispersion · Distance Control · Green Reading

Session Durations

3 days , 4 days , 5 days , 6 days , 7 days , 9 days

AccuracyAimAlignmentDispersionDistance ControlGreen Reading+6 more

Kualalai Practice Profile

We've mapped a comprehensive practice profile for Kualalai, 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%Precision 21%Distance Control 21%Aim 14%Dispersion 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.

18.9

Average HCP

10.7

Minimum HCP

31.1

Maximum HCP

Top Drills

Featured Drills for Kualalai

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

Putting15 min

One Handed, Ball Gate, 12 in a Row

Make 12 putts in a row, one-handed through the ball gate.

Short Game26 min

Bump-n-Run | Deep Rough and Other | Above/Below Feet

Hit bump-n-run shot 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.

Driving Range31 min

Mid irons (7,6,5) | Around the Stick

Curve the ball around the alignment stick using using mid irons only. Hit one bucket of ~50 balls.

Short Game26 min

Bump-n-Run | Scattered Piles | Multiple Targets

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 close to multiple targets. Count the number of successes.

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

Single Tee, 15/25

Make 15 out of 25 putts

Course Details

Everything you need to know about Kualalai.

Contact Information

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Phone

+44 (0)1250 872622

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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

100 Ka'upulehu Drive

Course Description

Hualālai Resort is an oceanfront community that combines the elegance of a world-class residential resort with the traditions of Hawai'i. The property spans 865-acres located on the Kona-Kohala coast and features state-of-the-art facilities, programming, and amenities. Real estate opportunities include custom homes, home sites and villas, divided into intimate neighborhoods. The Hualālai Club Membership is available exclusively to property owners and offers access to two 18-hole championship golf courses; the Hualālai Golf Hale; Hualālai Sports Club; Hualālai Spa; Hualālai Canoe Club, amongst others. The membership also allows access to all amenities offered at the neighboring Four Seasons Resort Hualālai

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Course Information

Holes

Par

Type

Parkland

Architect

Jack Nicklaus

Opened

1996

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Programs

Skill-Based Practice Programs for Kualalai

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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Save Par From 6 Foot Putts

Build putting confidence, for a 6-handicap player, ~10 minutes.

Putting15-24 min5 HCP4 drills

Scoring33%

Precision25%

Aim20%

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Hit Cup More Often Precisely

Gauge speed accurately, for a 4-handicap player, ~10 minutes.

Putting18-24 min4 HCP3 drills

Precision38%

Scoring35%

Green Reading14%

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Sand 15–35 Yds From Deep Bunker

Sand from deep bunkers, for a 2-handicap player, ~10 minutes.

Short Game~26 min1 HCP6 drills

Precision23%

Aim20%

Distance Control16%

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Stop Chips Near Hole

Avoid three-putts, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.

Short Game~26 min35 HCP4 drills

Distance Control34%

Scoring21%

Alignment13%

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13 Week Flagship Program for Kualalai

A complete and progressive long-term development curriculum mapped from easier to harder drills, specifically for Kualalai. 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.

Week 1≤ 3 days

Putting · 9 ft (3m) only

Pace Putts To Hole

Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 17.0

Weeks 1–3≤ 7 days

Short Game · Bump'n'Run

Make Par Around the Green

Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0

Weeks 4–6≤ 7 days

Driving Range · Mid irons (7,6,5)

Improve Mid-Iron Accuracy

Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0

Weeks 6–7≤ 4 days

Putting · 6 ft (2m) only

Save Par From 6 Foot Putts

Difficulty: Advanced · Program HCP 5.0

Weeks 7–8≤ 4 days

Short Game · Chip

Stop Chips Near Hole

Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0

Weeks 8–9≤ 7 days

Driving Range · Mid irons (7,6,5)

Center of the green: reduce spread on irons

Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 20.0

Week 10≤ 3 days

Putting · 9 ft (3m) only

Hit Cup More Often Precisely

Difficulty: Expert · Program HCP 4.0

Weeks 10–12≤ 7 days

Short Game · Bump'n'Run

Save Par from Fringe

Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 32.0

Weeks 12–13≤ 6 days

Driving Range · Woods (Hy,5W,3W)

3-Wood Distance Accuracy

Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 17.0

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Improve Mid-Iron Accuracy

Control distance 150-180, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.

Driving Range~31 min35 HCP9 drills

Precision28%

Mechanics20%

Trajectory16%

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Center of the green: reduce spread on irons

Eliminate off-target mid irons, for a 20-handicap player, ~20 minutes.

Driving Range30-31 min20 HCP7 drills

Dispersion36%

Precision23%

Scoring13%

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Pace Putts To Hole

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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Flop 20–30 Yds Over Hazard

Stick flops to green, for a 17-handicap player, ~15 minutes.

Short Game~26 min16 HCP9 drills

Distance Control23%

Alignment18%

Accuracy17%

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Land 2 Feet From Hole

Short game from tough lies, for a 1-handicap player, ~10 minutes.

Short Game~26 min0 HCP6 drills

Scoring43%

Distance Control27%

Visualization24%

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Beat Best Streak of Up-and-Downs

Beat streaks, for a 26-handicap player, ~20 minutes.

Short Game~26 min25 HCP6 drills

Scoring47%

Distance Control19%

Dispersion9%

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Make Par Around the Green

Focus on clean contact, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.

Short Game~26 min35 HCP9 drills

Distance Control29%

Aim21%

Scoring20%

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Save Par from Fringe

Beat streaks, for a 33-handicap player, ~30 minutes.

Short Game~26 min32 HCP7 drills

Scoring37%

Distance Control20%

Alignment9%

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Wedge Distance Control

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

Driving Range30-43 min17 HCP5 drills

Scoring28%

Distance Control23%

Precision17%

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3-Wood Distance Accuracy

Reduce spread, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.

Driving Range30-31 min17 HCP6 drills

Precision34%

Dispersion25%

Scoring15%

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Prepare for Tournaments at Kualalai

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 Kualalai

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

How difficult is Kualalai for mid-handicap golfers?

Kualalai presents a demanding test. With a slope of 120, it remains playable for a wide handicap range. The course rating of 70 reflects on scoring relative to par 72.

What tees should a 15 handicap play at Kualalai?

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 Kualalai?

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 Kualalai and how does yardage affect play?

Measuring 6500 yards at maximum length, scoring depends more on placement than raw power.

What type of course is Kualalai and how should I play it?

Kualalai 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 Kualalai 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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