Eliminate careless misses, for a 5-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Putting15-30 min4 HCP6 drills
Scoring35%
Precision23%
Aim19%
Practice Programs
Complete Golf Practice Blueprint for Mayfield Golf Club
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Ashburton, Canterbury, New Zealand
Open Flagship ProgramTotal Programs
16
16 complete programs built for this course
Unique Drills
77
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
Mayfield Practice Profile
We've mapped a comprehensive practice profile for Mayfield, 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 34%Precision 22%Distance Control 19%Aim 13%Dispersion 9%
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.
14.4
Average HCP
6.4
Minimum HCP
27.2
Maximum HCP
Top Drills
Featured Drills for Mayfield
Most-used drills from for this course. Practice as standalone drills or scroll down for full programs.
Putting15 min
One Handed, Ball Gate, 25 in a Row
Make 25 putts in a row, one-handed through the ball gate.
Short Game26 min
Flop | Fairway | Above/Below Feet
Hit flop shot 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.
Driving Range31 min
Short irons (9,8) | Visualized Course
Use imagination to hit any type of shot within self-set boundaries, using short irons only. Hit one bucket of ~50 balls.
Driving Range31 min
Short irons (9,8) | Quadrants
Hit 12 balls to each quadrant using short irons only. Hit one bucket of ~50 balls. Count total number of successful shots.
Driving Range31 min
Short irons (9,8) | Opposite Shots Challenge
Complete the Opposite Shots Challenge using short irons only. Hit one bucket of ~50 balls.
Driving Range31 min
Short irons (9,8) | PAR 3 Challenge
Complete the PAR 3 Challenge using short irons only. Hit one bucket of ~50 balls.
Course Details
Everything you need to know about Mayfield.
Contact Information
📞
Phone
+44 (0)1250 872622
📠
Fax
+44 (0) 1250 872622
✉️Email
mayfield@golf.co.nz
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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
30 Bulls Road
Course Information
Holes
9
Par
36
Type
Parkland
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Programs
Skill-Based Practice Programs for Mayfield
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 16 Programs
% match to course practice profileFollow through fully, for a 2-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Putting18-24 min2 HCP3 drills
Precision45%
Scoring33%
Aim13%
Visualize perfect flop, for a 15-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min15 HCP4 drills
Scoring45%
Accuracy31%
Visualization25%
Pinpoint accuracy, for a 20-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Short Game~26 min20 HCP9 drills
Precision24%
Scoring20%
Distance Control19%
11 Week Flagship Program for Mayfield
A complete and progressive long-term development curriculum mapped from easier to harder drills, specifically for Mayfield. 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.
Weeks 1–2≤ 6 days
Putting · 3 ft (1m) only
Make Every Putt Count Accurately
Difficulty: Expert · Program HCP 4.0
Weeks 2–3≤ 3 days
Putting · 6 ft (2m) only
Place Every 6 Foot Putt With Maximum Precision
Difficulty: Expert · Program HCP 2.0
Weeks 3–5≤ 7 days
Short Game · Pitch
Can you hit your intended line from any lie?
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 28.0
Weeks 5–6≤ 6 days
Short Game · Sand
Open up and let it fly: alignment for bunker shots
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 28.0
Weeks 6–7≤ 3 days
Short Game · Mixed
Turn mixed shots into birdie chances—score from anywhere
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 28.0
Weeks 7–8≤ 5 days
Short Game · Chip
Up-and-Down Contest
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 28.0
Weeks 8–9≤ 5 days
Driving Range · Wedges (LW,SW,GW,PW)
Wedge Distance Control Inside 100 Yards
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Week 10≤ 4 days
Driving Range · Driver
Beat your best drive streak—how many in a row?
Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 17.0
Week 11≤ 3 days
Driving Range · Short irons (9,8)
Short Iron Distance Control
Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 17.0
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Precision short irons, for a 1-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Driving Range~31 min0 HCP6 drills
Scoring31%
Precision18%
Dispersion15%
Maximize in regulation, for a 1-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Driving Range~31 min0 HCP3 drills
Scoring24%
Distance Control15%
Trajectory14%
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Get StartedDial in aim, for a 28-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Short Game~26 min28 HCP8 drills
Aim32%
Distance Control15%
Precision14%
Up-and-down contest, for a 29-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Short Game~26 min28 HCP3 drills
Scoring46%
Distance Control33%
Visualization21%
Check setup, for a 28-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Short Game~26 min28 HCP6 drills
Alignment31%
Distance Control29%
Scoring12%
Turn into birdies, for a 28-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Short Game23-26 min28 HCP5 drills
Scoring27%
Aim22%
Distance Control18%
Stop pitches near hole, for a 4-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Short Game~26 min3 HCP3 drills
Distance Control35%
Precision20%
Aim18%
Control roll, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Driving Range~31 min35 HCP5 drills
Precision25%
Mechanics18%
Trajectory17%
Reduce misses, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Driving Range~31 min17 HCP3 drills
Distance Control27%
Trajectory20%
Scoring20%
Maximize in regulation, for a 1-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Driving Range30-31 min0 HCP7 drills
Scoring33%
Precision19%
Dispersion13%
Build drive streaks, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Driving Range~31 min17 HCP4 drills
Scoring32%
Precision24%
Trajectory16%
Maximize in regulation, for a 1-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Driving Range30-31 min0 HCP8 drills
Scoring32%
Precision16%
Distance Control14%
2026
Prepare for Tournaments at Mayfield
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Frequently Asked Questions about Mayfield
Get answers to common questions about playing Mayfield and what to expect.
How difficult is Mayfield for mid-handicap golfers?
Players often find Mayfield technically exacting. This slope level makes it manageable compared to championship venues. The course rating of 70 reflects on scoring relative to par 36.
What tees should a 15 handicap play at Mayfield?
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 Mayfield?
With a course rating of 70 and par 36, a mid-handicap golfer would typically score in the mid to high 80s. Stronger players aiming to break 36 must manage approach shots and avoid penalty strokes.
How long is Mayfield 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 Mayfield 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 Mayfield 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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