Sink long putts, for a 9-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Practice Programs
Complete Golf Practice Blueprint for Merewether Golf Club
Discover tailored practice programs for this course.
Total Programs
43
43 complete programs built for this course
Unique Drills
176
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
Merewether Golf Club Practice Profile
We've mapped a comprehensive practice profile for Merewether 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 Merewether Golf Club
Most-used drills from for this course. Practice as standalone drills or scroll down for full programs.
Stop the Ball: to the Stick, Eyes Closed [Long]
Stop the ball between the hole and an alignment stick with your eyes closed.
Chip | Deep Rough and Other | Uphill/Downhill
Hit two buckets of balls (avg. bucket is 40 balls) from the sloped deep rough and other extreme grass types; one bucket from the uphill slope and one bucket from the downhill slope.
Driver | Dispersion Corridors
Hit 15 balls to each dispersion corridor using driver only. Hit one bucket of ~50 balls. Count total number of successful shots.
Driver | Left-to-R and Right-to-L Shot
Produce left-to-right and right-to-left shots using driver only. Hit one bucket of ~50 balls.
Long irons (4,3,2) | 9 Targets
Hit 5 balls to each target using long irons only. Hit one bucket of ~50 balls. Count total number of successful shots.
Long irons (4,3,2) | L-R and R-L 9 Targets
Hit 5 balls to each randomly selected target while producing left-to-right and right-to-left shots, using long irons only. Hit one bucket of ~50 balls.
Course Details
Everything you need to know about Merewether Golf Club.
Contact Information
Phone
+44 (0)1250 872622
Fax
+44 (0) 1250 872622
mgc@merewethergolf.com.au
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Facilities
Location
40 King St, Adamstown NSW 2289, Australia
Course Description
Merewether Golf Club was established in 1933 and is located in the heart of Newcastle, 10 minutes from the city centre and beaches, and just 40 minutes from the Hunter Valley's world-renowned vineyards. Our picturesque, 18 hole course is nestled amongst abundant flora and fauna. The eucalyptus tree lined fairways and formidable water hazards ensure an enjoyable and rewarding challenge. When you play at Merewether Golf Club, you will sense the ambience of easy fellowship that exists amongst members along with the warm welcome that is extended to our guests. The hospitable and personal service given by our staff and the friendly smiles from the Clubs' jovial members will make Merewether Golf Club feel like your home away from home. Reflecting the true sporting tradition of Australians, our members come to the club to enjoy themselves with friends who share a common love for the game of golf. You are invited to become a member of a club that offers you the unique opportunity to participate in its growth and shape its tradition. Come and visit our bar and bistro and be treated to great food, friendly staff, a relaxed atmosphere and affordable prices! Let our experienced team of staff cater for your corporate or charity golf day. We are one of Newcastle's premier function venues too. Weddings, engagement parties, anniversaries, christenings, birthday parties and fund raising dinners are all individually designed to suit your needs. Visitors are most welcome at Merewether Golf Club. Visit our website for more info: http://www.merewethergolf.com.au/ Contact Clubhouse: (02) 49631128
golf club • Newcastle • hospitality • event venue • community club • recreation
Course Information
Holes
18
Par
70
Type
Parkland
Opened
1933
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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 Merewether Golf Club, all within a single responsive scorecard.
Scorecard data available for 21806, USGA, Red, Women
21806, USGA, Blue, Men Tee
Gender: Male
Front Nine · CR 35.9 · BR 48.0 · Slope 130
Back Nine · CR 35.4 · BR 48.5 · Slope 141
| 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 | 3 | 5 | 3 | 5 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 35 | 4 | 5 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 5 | 3 | 35 | 70 |
| Handicap | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| Yardage | 365 | 307 | 126 | 515 | 176 | 568 | 431 | 201 | 425 | 3114 | 434 | 515 | 338 | 174 | 328 | 408 | 210 | 478 | 165 | 3050 | 6164 |
21806, USGA, White, Men Tee
Gender: Male
Front Nine · CR 35.4 · BR 47.3 · Slope 128
Back Nine · CR 34.8 · BR 47.5 · Slope 137
| 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 | 3 | 5 | 3 | 5 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 35 | 4 | 5 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 5 | 3 | 35 | 70 |
| Handicap | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| Yardage | 356 | 299 | 125 | 505 | 160 | 520 | 424 | 201 | 415 | 3005 | 427 | 512 | 334 | 166 | 319 | 393 | 178 | 472 | 156 | 2957 | 5962 |
21806, USGA, Yellow, Men 2016 Tee
Gender: Male
Front Nine · CR 32.6 · BR 43.5 · Slope 117
Back Nine · CR 33.8 · BR 46.0 · Slope 131
| 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 | 3 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 33 | 4 | 5 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 5 | 3 | 35 | 68 |
| Handicap | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| Yardage | 257 | 245 | 125 | 443 | 137 | 421 | 317 | 142 | 399 | 2486 | 427 | 512 | 298 | 148 | 281 | 341 | 138 | 478 | 136 | 2759 | 5245 |
21806, USGA, Pink, Women Tee
Gender: Female
Front Nine · CR 34.1 · BR 48.8 · Slope 125
Back Nine · CR 33.5 · BR 47.8 · Slope 121
| 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 | 3 | 5 | 3 | 5 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 35 | 5 | 5 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 5 | 3 | 36 | 71 |
| Handicap | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| Yardage | 257 | 245 | 126 | 367 | 137 | 405 | 246 | 142 | 374 | 2299 | 334 | 394 | 191 | 72 | 281 | 279 | 138 | 363 | 132 | 2184 | 4483 |
21806, USGA, Red, Women Tee
Gender: Female
Front Nine · CR 37.1 · BR 53.0 · Slope 135
Back Nine · CR 36.7 · BR 52.8 · Slope 137
| 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 | 3 | 5 | 3 | 5 | 5 | 3 | 4 | 36 | 5 | 5 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 5 | 3 | 36 | 72 |
| Handicap | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| Yardage | 359 | 292 | 126 | 443 | 137 | 405 | 433 | 197 | 399 | 2791 | 427 | 512 | 298 | 148 | 323 | 341 | 138 | 478 | 132 | 2797 | 5588 |
21806, USGA, Yellow, Women 2016 Tee
Gender: Female
Front Nine · CR 35.3 · BR 50.0 · Slope 125
Back Nine · CR 36.5 · BR 52.4 · 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 | 4 | 3 | 5 | 3 | 5 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 35 | 5 | 5 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 5 | 3 | 36 | 71 |
| Handicap | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| Yardage | 257 | 245 | 126 | 443 | 137 | 421 | 317 | 142 | 399 | 2487 | 427 | 512 | 298 | 148 | 281 | 341 | 138 | 478 | 132 | 2755 | 5242 |
Programs
Skill-Based Practice Programs for Merewether 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 43 Programs
% match to course practice profileFollow through fully, for a 2-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
See landing and roll, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Pinpoint pitches, for a 20-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
16 Week Flagship Program for Merewether Golf Club
A complete and progressive long-term development curriculum mapped from easier to harder drills, specifically for Merewether Golf Club. Start with the basics and work your way towards more challenging drills. Commit to 16 weeks of training and get in proper shape. Four days counts as a week.
Putting · 3 ft (1m) only
Aim To Hit Center Every Time
Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 17.0
Short Game · Bump'n'Run
Keep Ball Close To Hole
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Driving Range · Woods (Hy,5W,3W)
Control 3-Wood Roll
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Putting · Long (20+ ft)
Read Breaks Correctly On Each Long Putt
Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 10.0
Short Game · Chip
Stop Chips Near Hole
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Driving Range · Driver
Control Driver Ball Flight
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Putting · Long (20+ ft)
Sink Long Putts Precisely
Difficulty: Advanced · Program HCP 9.0
Short Game · Chip
Stop Chips Near Hole
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Driving Range · Wedges (LW,SW,GW,PW)
Control Wedge Roll
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
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Get personalized coaching and custom training programs tailored to your game.
Get StartedControl flight path, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Stop missing greens, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Roll to tap-in range, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Precision short irons, for a 1-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Gauge speed accurately, for a 2-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Flop over hazards, for a 17-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Avoid three-putts, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Use a short swing, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Eliminate wild misses, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Hit within 5 yards, for a 7-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Get close to pin, for a 25-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Roll to tap-in range, for a 21-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
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Get personalized coaching and custom training programs tailored to your game.
Get StartedPick landing spot, for a 25-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Feel the green, for a 27-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Stop missing fairways, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Stay on fairways, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Improve driver accuracy, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Visualize long lines, for a 10-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Avoid bogeys, for a 7-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Save par on approaches, for a 15-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Pitch to the green, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Short game from tough lies, for a 1-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Control distance inside 100, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Maximize in regulation, for a 0-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Unlock Your Golf Potential
Get personalized coaching and custom training programs tailored to your game.
Get StartedMaximize in regulation, for a 1-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Read subtle breaks, for a 3-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Pitch close, for a 13-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Pinpoint chips, for a 26-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Feel the distance, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Control roll, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Hit fairways consistently, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Maximize in regulation, for a 1-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Control pace on every putt, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Chip to the green, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Land close to pin, for a 17-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Land 2 feet from pin, for a 4-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Unlock Your Golf Potential
Get personalized coaching and custom training programs tailored to your game.
Get StartedHit varying targets, for a 12-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Center green hits, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Center green hits, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Prepare for Tournaments at Merewether 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 Merewether Golf Club
Get answers to common questions about playing Merewether Golf Club and what to expect.
How difficult is Merewether Golf Club for mid-handicap golfers?
Players often find Merewether Golf Club technically exacting. At 136.0, it provides challenge without being extreme. The course rating of 71.3 reflects on scoring relative to par 70.
What tees should a 15 handicap play at Merewether Golf Club?
A 15 handicap golfer should consider tees closer to 5324 yards. The back tees extend to 6164.0 yards, which makes approach shots longer and scoring more challenging.
What is considered a good score at Merewether Golf Club?
With a course rating of 71.3 and par 70, a mid-handicap golfer would typically score in the mid to high 80s. Stronger players aiming to break 70 must manage approach shots and avoid penalty strokes.
How long is Merewether Golf Club and how does yardage affect play?
At a full length of 6164.0 yards, it emphasizes accuracy and wedge play.
What type of course is Merewether 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 Merewether Golf Club strategically challenging?
The combination of a slope rating of 136.0 and yardage reaching 6164.0 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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