Commit to the stroke, for a 3-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Putting~30 min3 HCP3 drills
Scoring33%
Precision30%
Aim13%
Practice Programs
Complete Golf Practice Blueprint for Lord Howe Island Golf Club
Discover tailored practice programs for this course.
Total Programs
17
17 complete programs built for this course
Unique Drills
83
Total unique drills across all programs
Skill Pillars
11
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+5 more
Lord Howe Island Practice Profile
We've mapped a comprehensive practice profile for Lord Howe Island, 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 36%Distance Control 18%Accuracy 18%Precision 16%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.
13.5
Average HCP
8.5
Minimum HCP
28.4
Maximum HCP
Top Drills
Featured Drills for Lord Howe Island
Most-used drills from for this course. Practice as standalone drills or scroll down for full programs.
Putting30 min
Putting Aid: Alignment Mirror, 50 in a Row
Make 50 putts in a row using an alignment mirror.
Short Game26 min
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, and one bucket with balls below feet level.
Driving Range31 min
Driver | 3 Landing Zones
Hit 15 balls to each landing zone using driver only. Hit one bucket of ~50 balls. Count total number of successful shots.
Short Game26 min
Pitch | Fairway | Above/Below Feet
Hit two buckets of balls (avg. bucket is 40 balls) from the sloped fairway; one bucket with balls above feet level, one bucket with balls below feet level.
Short Game26 min
Pitch| Scattered Piles | 9 Stop Zones
Scatter a bucket of balls (avg. bucket is 40 balls) into 8 equal piles of 5 balls and stop pitch shots inside 9 Stop Zones. Count the number of successful stops.
Short Game26 min
Pitch | Rough | Above/Below Feet
Hit two buckets of balls (avg. bucket is 40 balls) from the sloped rough grass; one bucket with balls above feet level, and one bucket with balls below feet level.
Course Details
Everything you need to know about Lord Howe Island.
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
804 Concession 5 Road
Course Information
Holes
9
Par
31
Type
Parkland
Opened
1979
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Programs
Skill-Based Practice Programs for Lord Howe Island
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 17 Programs
% match to course practice profileSink long putts, for a 9-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Putting~18 min9 HCP4 drills
Visualization36%
Distance Control35%
Dispersion20%
Focus on clean contact, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Short Game~26 min35 HCP6 drills
Scoring40%
Distance Control19%
Alignment13%
Up-and-down contest, for a 13-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min13 HCP6 drills
Scoring33%
Accuracy17%
Aim11%
12 Week Flagship Program for Lord Howe Island
A complete and progressive long-term development curriculum mapped from easier to harder drills, specifically for Lord Howe Island. 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.
Week 1≤ 4 days
Putting · Long (20+ ft)
Visualize Line On Long Putts 20+ Feet
Difficulty: Advanced · Program HCP 9.0
Week 2≤ 3 days
Putting · 3 ft (1m) only
Place Every 3 Foot Putt With Maximum Precision
Difficulty: Expert · Program HCP 3.0
Weeks 2–4≤ 6 days
Short Game · Bump'n'Run
Bump'n'Run From 5–10 Yds
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Weeks 4–5≤ 4 days
Short Game · Pitch
Land Close To Pin
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Weeks 5–6≤ 5 days
Short Game · Flop
Turn flops into par saves—score from the sand or rough
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 24.0
Weeks 6–8≤ 7 days
Short Game · Flop
Can you stop the ball close from a tight lie?
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 22.0
Weeks 8–9≤ 3 days
Driving Range · Wedges (LW,SW,GW,PW)
Feet, hips, shoulders—consistent contact
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Weeks 9–10≤ 6 days
Driving Range · Driver
Driver Precision 200+ Yards
Difficulty: Expert · Program HCP 0.0
Weeks 11–12≤ 6 days
Driving Range · Driver
Driver Precision 200+ Yards
Difficulty: Expert · Program HCP 0.0
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Advanced fairway accuracy, for a 1-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Driving Range30-31 min0 HCP6 drills
Scoring29%
Precision20%
Trajectory13%
Consistent wedge contact, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Driving Range~31 min35 HCP3 drills
Mechanics45%
Precision28%
Trajectory27%
Land close to pin, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Short Game~26 min35 HCP4 drills
Alignment31%
Aim25%
Scoring22%
Save par clutch, for a 15-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min15 HCP8 drills
Scoring37%
Accuracy27%
Aim12%
Flop over hazards, for a 16-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min16 HCP9 drills
Accuracy24%
Distance Control17%
Scoring16%
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Get StartedDial in touch, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min17 HCP7 drills
Scoring42%
Accuracy33%
Green Reading11%
Up-and-down contest, for a 24-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Short Game~26 min24 HCP5 drills
Scoring30%
Distance Control25%
Alignment14%
Feel the distance, for a 23-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Short Game~26 min22 HCP9 drills
Distance Control27%
Accuracy23%
Alignment21%
Maximize in regulation, for a 1-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Driving Range30-31 min0 HCP6 drills
Scoring33%
Precision16%
Dispersion15%
Precision from 200 yards, for a 1-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Driving Range30-31 min0 HCP6 drills
Scoring29%
Precision20%
Trajectory13%
Precision wedges, for a 1-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Driving Range31-43 min0 HCP5 drills
Scoring36%
Accuracy16%
Distance Control15%
Avoid bunkers with short irons, for a 1-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Driving Range~31 min0 HCP3 drills
Scoring28%
Dispersion23%
Accuracy20%
Advanced accuracy, for a 1-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Driving Range~31 min0 HCP8 drills
Scoring27%
Precision17%
Distance Control17%
2026
Prepare for Tournaments at Lord Howe Island
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 Lord Howe Island
Get answers to common questions about playing Lord Howe Island and what to expect.
How difficult is Lord Howe Island for mid-handicap golfers?
From a scoring perspective, Lord Howe Island challenges consistency. This slope level makes it manageable compared to championship venues. The course rating of 70 reflects on scoring relative to par 31.
What tees should a 15 handicap play at Lord Howe Island?
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 Lord Howe Island?
With a course rating of 70 and par 31, a mid-handicap golfer would typically score in the mid to high 80s. Stronger players aiming to break 31 must manage approach shots and avoid penalty strokes.
How long is Lord Howe Island and how does yardage affect play?
Stretching to 6500 yards from the back tees, it does not overwhelm length but rewards accuracy.
What type of course is Lord Howe Island 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 Lord Howe Island 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.