Leave inside 5 feet, for a 13-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Practice Programs
Complete Golf Practice Blueprint for Kempsey Golf Club
Discover tailored practice programs for this course.
Total Programs
12
12 complete programs built for this course
Unique Drills
57
Total unique drills across all programs
Skill Pillars
11
Accuracy · Aim · Alignment · Dispersion · Distance Control · Green Reading
Session Durations
6
3 days , 4 days , 5 days , 6 days , 7 days , 9 days
Kempsey Golf Club Practice Profile
We've mapped a comprehensive practice profile for Kempsey 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 Kempsey Golf Club
Most-used drills from for this course. Practice as standalone drills or scroll down for full programs.
Putting Aid: String Line, 50 in a Row
Make 50 putts in a row, underneath the hanging string line.
Bump-n-Run | Rough | Uphill/Downhill
Hit bump-n-run two buckets of balls (avg. bucket is 40 balls) from the sloped rough grass; one bucket from the uphill slope and one bucket from the downhill slope.
All Woods (Hy to Driver) | Weaknesses Discovery
Discover weaknesses amongst woods shots and clubs to avoid in critical situations. Hit one bucket of ~50 balls.
All Woods (Hy to Driver) | Opportunities Discovery
Discover opportunities amongst woods undiscovered shots and clubs worth putting to action more often. Hit one bucket of ~50 balls.
Woods (Hy to 3W) | Left-to-R and Right-to-L Shot
Produce left-to-right and right-to-left shots using woods only. Hit one bucket of ~50 balls.
Bump-n-Run | Deep Rough and Other | Above/Below Feet
Hit bump-n-run 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, and one bucket with balls below feet level.
Course Details
Everything you need to know about Kempsey Golf Club.
Contact Information
Phone
+44 (0)1250 872622
Fax
+44 (0) 1250 872622
info@kempseygolf.com.au
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Facilities
Location
Macleay Valley Way, Kempsey NSW 2440, Australia
Course Description
Kempsey Golf Club is a regional golf and social venue in Kempsey, New South Wales, offering an 18-hole, par 72 golf course set in native bushland. The club features practice facilities including a driving range and practice fairways, plus a licensed clubhouse with bar, gaming room, and a function room for events, including the Eagles Nest with views over the course. It serves both members and visitors, hosting competitions and social gatherings as a cornerstone of the local community.
18-hole golf course • par 72 • driving range • practice fairway • clubhouse • eagles nest function room • golf tournaments • kempsey new south wales • golf club facilities • members and visitors • tournament hosting • events venue • social club • bushland golf course
Course Information
Holes
18
Par
72
Type
Parkland
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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 Kempsey Golf Club, all within a single responsive scorecard.
Scorecard data available for 21509, USGA, Red, Women
21509, USGA, Blue, Men Tee
Gender: Male
Front Nine · CR 35.7 · BR 47.6 · Slope 128
Back Nine · CR 35.7 · BR 47.1 · Slope 123
| Hole | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | IN | 10 | 11 | 12 | 13 | 14 | 15 | 16 | 17 | 18 | OUT | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Par | 5 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 5 | 36 | 5 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 5 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 36 | 72 |
| Handicap | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| Yardage | 504 | 362 | 143 | 315 | 438 | 386 | 369 | 160 | 507 | 3184 | 520 | 150 | 365 | 345 | 492 | 405 | 216 | 345 | 325 | 3163 | 6347 |
21509, USGA, Red, Women Tee
Gender: Female
Front Nine · CR 37.6 · BR 52.8 · Slope 129
Back Nine · CR 36.8 · BR 51.2 · Slope 122
| Hole | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | IN | 10 | 11 | 12 | 13 | 14 | 15 | 16 | 17 | 18 | OUT | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Par | 5 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 5 | 36 | 5 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 5 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 36 | 72 |
| Handicap | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| Yardage | 456 | 362 | 134 | 276 | 378 | 386 | 361 | 147 | 442 | 2942 | 443 | 150 | 299 | 324 | 433 | 360 | 216 | 334 | 323 | 2882 | 5824 |
Programs
Skill-Based Practice Programs for Kempsey 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 12 Programs
% match to course practice profileSave par, for a 25-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Keep within 8 yards, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Reach target zones, for a 6-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
13 Week Flagship Program for Kempsey Golf Club
A complete and progressive long-term development curriculum mapped from easier to harder drills, specifically for Kempsey 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 · 3 ft (1m) only
Align Putter Face For Accurate 3 Foot Putts
Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 12.0
Short Game · Bump'n'Run
Turn Tough Lies into Easy Pars
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 25.0
Short Game · Pitch
Pinpoint your pitches: leave yourself a tap-in every time
Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 18.0
Short Game · Bump'n'Run
Match Mental Image to Result
Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 17.0
Short Game · Bump'n'Run
See Shot Before Hit
Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 17.0
Driving Range · Woods (Hy,5W,3W)
3-Wood Distance Accuracy
Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 17.0
Driving Range · Woods (Hy,5W,3W)
Challenge: eliminate off-target woods shots
Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 17.0
Driving Range · Long irons (4,3,2)
Improve Long Iron Accuracy
Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 17.0
Driving Range · Mid irons (7,6,5)
Mid-Iron Trajectory Control
Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 17.0
See the shot, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Square the putter face, for a 12-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
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Get personalized coaching and custom training programs tailored to your game.
Get StartedSee landing and roll, for a 15-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
See the shot, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Thread the gap, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Achieve distance accuracy, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Control distance, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Control trajectory, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Prepare for Tournaments at Kempsey 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 Kempsey Golf Club
Get answers to common questions about playing Kempsey Golf Club and what to expect.
How difficult is Kempsey Golf Club for mid-handicap golfers?
From a scoring perspective, Kempsey Golf Club challenges consistency. The 126.0 slope rating keeps it accessible for developing players. The course rating of 71.4 reflects on scoring relative to par 72.
What tees should a 15 handicap play at Kempsey Golf Club?
A 15 handicap golfer should consider tees closer to 6086 yards. The back tees extend to 6347.0 yards, which makes approach shots longer and scoring more challenging.
What is considered a good score at Kempsey Golf Club?
With a course rating of 71.4 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 Kempsey Golf Club and how does yardage affect play?
At a full length of 6347.0 yards, it balances distance with positional strategy.
What type of course is Kempsey 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 Kempsey Golf Club strategically challenging?
The combination of a slope rating of 126.0 and yardage reaching 6347.0 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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