Work on alignment and starting line, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Putting15-27 min17 HCP4 drills
Distance Control35%
Visualization25%
Dispersion23%
Practice Programs
Complete Golf Practice Blueprint for Mount Maunganui Golf Club
Discover tailored practice programs for this course.
Total Programs
13
13 complete programs built for this course
Unique Drills
64
Total unique drills across all programs
Skill Pillars
11
Accuracy · Aim · Alignment · Dispersion · Distance Control · Green Reading
Session Durations
6
3 days , 4 days , 6 days , 7 days , 8 days , 9 days
AccuracyAimAlignmentDispersionDistance ControlGreen Reading+5 more
Mount Maunganui Practice Profile
We've mapped a comprehensive practice profile for Mount Maunganui, 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
Distance Control 30%Scoring 29%Trajectory 15%Precision 12%Visualization 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.
19.3
Average HCP
8.9
Minimum HCP
31.5
Maximum HCP
Top Drills
Featured Drills for Mount Maunganui
Most-used drills from for this course. Practice as standalone drills or scroll down for full programs.
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Putting15 min
Stop the Ball: Inside the Field [Long]
Stop the ball inside five fields to complete the challenge.
Short Game26 min
Sand | Perpendicular Piles | 3 Landing Zones
Up to 5 players compete to stop a sand shot inside the landing zone(s). The player with the most points at the end wins the challenge. One bucket of balls per player is needed.
Driving Range31 min
Long irons (4,3,2) | 3 Landing Zones
Hit 15 balls to each landing zone using long irons only. Hit one bucket of ~50 balls. Count total number of successful shots.
Short Game26 min
DIY Course Easy
Make a DIY 9 hole easy-difficulty course. Every hole is PAR 2. Count the score.
Short Game26 min
DIY Course Easy
Up to 5 players play easy-difficulty 9 hole ‘PAR 2’ DIY course. Best final score wins.
Short Game26 min
DIY Course Medium
Make a DIY 9 hole medium-difficulty course. Every hole is PAR 2. Count the score.
Course Details
Everything you need to know about Mount Maunganui.
Contact Information
📞
Phone
+44 (0)1250 872622
📠
Fax
+44 (0) 1250 872622
✉️Email
mmgc@mountgolf.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
15 Fairway Avenue
Course Description
Mt Maunganui Golf Club is a premier 18-hole golf club located in Mt Maunganui, near Tauranga, New Zealand. The club features an championship layout with a well-stocked Pro Shop and coaching facilities, and also operates as a versatile venue offering on-site catering, a fully licensed bar, and event space for weddings, conferences, and functions. Visitors and members can enjoy reciprocal rights, corporate memberships, driving range access, and a range of tournaments and events throughout the year. The club emphasizes accessibility for golfers of all levels and is set close to one of New Zealand’s popular surf beaches, providing a peaceful, tree-lined backdrop for play.
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Course Information
Holes
18
Par
72
Type
Parkland
Architect
Harry P. Dale
Opened
1935
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Programs
Skill-Based Practice Programs for Mount Maunganui
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 13 Programs
% match to course practice profileGet square, for a 26-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Short Game~26 min25 HCP7 drills
Alignment27%
Distance Control27%
Precision15%
See landing and roll, for a 25-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Short Game~26 min25 HCP4 drills
Scoring44%
Distance Control35%
Visualization21%
Avoid trouble spots, for a 1-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Driving Range30-31 min0 HCP3 drills
Scoring32%
Trajectory27%
Precision20%
13 Week Flagship Program for Mount Maunganui
A complete and progressive long-term development curriculum mapped from easier to harder drills, specifically for Mount Maunganui. 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≤ 4 days
Putting · Long (20+ ft)
Eliminate Three-Putts
Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 17.0
Weeks 2–3≤ 7 days
Short Game · Sand
Feet, hips, shoulders—are you set up for a high soft shot?
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 25.0
Weeks 3–4≤ 4 days
Short Game · Mixed
Visualize the perfect mixed shot, then make it happen
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 25.0
Weeks 4–6≤ 6 days
Short Game · Mixed
Visualize the perfect mixed shot, then make it happen
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 23.0
Weeks 6–8≤ 7 days
Short Game · Bump'n'Run
Turn Tough Lies into Easy Pars
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 21.0
Weeks 8–10≤ 7 days
Driving Range · Woods (Hy,5W,3W)
Stop Missing 3-Wood Fairways
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Weeks 10–11≤ 6 days
Driving Range · Wedges (LW,SW,GW,PW)
Improve Wedge Accuracy
Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 17.0
Week 12≤ 3 days
Driving Range · Long irons (4,3,2)
Long Iron Distance Control
Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 17.0
Weeks 12–13≤ 3 days
Driving Range · Long irons (4,3,2)
Long Iron Distance Control
Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 17.0
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Improve accuracy, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Driving Range~31 min17 HCP3 drills
Distance Control25%
Trajectory22%
Scoring20%
Visualize perfect mixed, for a 23-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Short Game~26 min23 HCP6 drills
Scoring44%
Distance Control31%
Visualization25%
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Get StartedSand from longer range, for a 16-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min15 HCP9 drills
Aim23%
Distance Control21%
Scoring15%
Pitch from fairway, for a 17-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min16 HCP6 drills
Distance Control27%
Accuracy19%
Alignment18%
Beat streaks, for a 21-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Short Game~26 min21 HCP9 drills
Scoring39%
Accuracy29%
Green Reading11%
Improve accuracy, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Driving Range~31 min17 HCP3 drills
Distance Control25%
Trajectory22%
Scoring20%
Control distance, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Driving Range~31 min17 HCP3 drills
Distance Control27%
Trajectory20%
Scoring20%
Stay on fairways, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Driving Range~31 min35 HCP8 drills
Precision28%
Mechanics17%
Trajectory16%
Reduce misses, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Driving Range30-43 min17 HCP6 drills
Scoring26%
Distance Control26%
Trajectory18%
2026
Prepare for Tournaments at Mount Maunganui
Follow a complete multi-week structured practice program ahead of the upcoming events and arrive prepared.
New Zealand•72 holes
Christies Floorings Mount Open - Jennian Homes Charles Tour Event
9/17/2026
Stroke
New Zealand Golf
New Zealand
men
Open for registration
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Grant Clements Memorial (Mount Open-Charles Tour)
9/17/2026
Stroke
WAGR
Pro
men
Open for registration
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Grant Clements Memorial (Mount Open-Charles Tour)
9/17/2026
Stroke
WAGR
Pro
women
Open for registration
View full preparation programNew Zealand•72 holes
Christies Floorings Mount Open - Women - Jennian Homes Charles Tour Event
9/17/2026
Stroke
New Zealand Golf
New Zealand
women
Open for registration
View full preparation programNew Zealand•9 holes
9H Christmas Open Tournament
11/10/2026
Gross,Stableford,Net Medal,Twos
New Zealand Golf
New Zealand
women
-37.663, 176.213
Open for registration
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Frequently Asked Questions about Mount Maunganui
Get answers to common questions about playing Mount Maunganui and what to expect.
How difficult is Mount Maunganui for mid-handicap golfers?
Mount Maunganui 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 Mount Maunganui?
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 Mount Maunganui?
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 Mount Maunganui 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 Mount Maunganui and how should I play it?
Mount Maunganui 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 Mount Maunganui 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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