58% match
For 21808, USGA, Red, Women, Xmas Bush tees
Read the break accurately, for a 3-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Putting18-30 min2 HCP5 drills
Scoring38%
Precision35%
Green Reading11%
Practice Programs
Complete Golf Practice Blueprint for Nelson Bay Golf Club
Discover tailored practice programs for this course.
Total Programs
31
31 complete programs built for this course
Unique Drills
156
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
Christmas Bush Practice Profile
We've mapped a comprehensive practice profile for Christmas Bush, 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 29%Distance Control 22%Precision 19%Accuracy 14%Aim 13%
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.
17.5
Average HCP
10.1
Minimum HCP
32.8
Maximum HCP
Top Drills
Featured Drills for Christmas Bush
Most-used drills from for this course. Practice as standalone drills or scroll down for full programs.
Putting30 min
Putting Aid: Alignment Sticks, Ball Gate, 50 in a Row
Make 50 putts in a row from in between two alignment sticks and through the ball gate.
Short Game26 min
Pitch | Perpendicular Piles | Quadrants
Up to 5 players compete to stop a pitch shot inside the quadrant(s). The player with the most points wins the challenge. One bucket of balls per player is needed.
Driving Range31 min
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.
Short Game26 min
Pitch | Fairway | Uphill/Downhill
Hit two buckets of balls (avg. bucket is 40 balls) from the sloped fairway; one bucket from the uphill slope and one bucket from the downhill slope.
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, one bucket with balls below feet level.
Short Game26 min
Chip | Scattered Piles | 3 Landing Zones
Up to 5 players compete to land a chip shot inside the landing zone(s). The player with the most points wins the challenge. One bucket of balls per player is needed.
Course Details
Everything you need to know about Christmas Bush.
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
Dowling Street
Course Description
Discover the premier destination for golf and events at Nelson Bay Golf Club. Conveniently located near the CBD of Nelson Bay and the picturesque waterways of Port Stephens, we are just 40 minutes north of Newcastle and 2.5 hours from Sydney. Our stunning 27-hole golf course spans 175 acres of scenic, tree-lined fairways, home to kangaroos, wallabies, koalas, and native birds, offering a truly unique golfing experience.Nelson Bay Golf Club is also the perfect venue for weddings and special events. With natural beauty and elegance, we create unforgettable celebrations that stand out. Connect with us to learn why Nelson Bay Golf Club is the premier choice for golf and events in the region.Nelson Bay Golf Club is a proud community supporter and recently won the prestigious Clubs NSW Clubs and Community Award for Environmental Sustainability.
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Course Information
Holes
54
Par
72
Type
Parkland
Opened
1998
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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 Christmas Bush, all within a single responsive scorecard.
Scorecard data available for 21808, USGA, Red, Women, Xmas Bush
Men's Tees
Women's Tees
2
21808, USGA, Black, Men, Xmas Bush Tee
Gender: MalePar 726317 yards5776 metersCR 71.4Bogey 95.7Slope 131
Gender: Male
Front Nine · CR 36.1 · BR 48.5 · Slope 133
Back Nine · CR 35.3 · BR 47.2 · Slope 128
| Hole | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | IN | 10 | 11 | 12 | 13 | 14 | 15 | 16 | 17 | 18 | OUT | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Par | 4 | 3 | 5 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 5 | 36 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 36 | 72 |
| Handicap | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| Yardage | 407 | 180 | 534 | 391 | 133 | 320 | 399 | 402 | 482 | 3248 | 311 | 168 | 330 | 585 | 340 | 351 | 157 | 347 | 480 | 3069 | 6317 |
2
21808, USGA, Blue, Men, Xmas Bush Tee
Gender: MalePar 726115 yards5592 metersCR 70.6Bogey 94.6Slope 129
Gender: Male
Front Nine · CR 35.7 · BR 48.0 · Slope 132
Back Nine · CR 34.9 · BR 46.6 · Slope 126
| Hole | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | IN | 10 | 11 | 12 | 13 | 14 | 15 | 16 | 17 | 18 | OUT | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Par | 4 | 3 | 5 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 5 | 36 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 36 | 72 |
| Handicap | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| Yardage | 399 | 172 | 513 | 369 | 123 | 310 | 379 | 387 | 472 | 3124 | 307 | 164 | 323 | 565 | 334 | 343 | 152 | 332 | 471 | 2991 | 6115 |
2
21808, USGA, White, Men, Xmas Bush Tee
Gender: MalePar 725881 yards5378 metersCR 69.7Bogey 93.2Slope 127
Gender: Male
Front Nine · CR 35.3 · BR 47.3 · Slope 129
Back Nine · CR 34.4 · BR 45.9 · Slope 124
| Hole | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | IN | 10 | 11 | 12 | 13 | 14 | 15 | 16 | 17 | 18 | OUT | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Par | 4 | 3 | 5 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 5 | 36 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 36 | 72 |
| Handicap | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| Yardage | 389 | 160 | 497 | 349 | 114 | 302 | 364 | 375 | 462 | 3012 | 281 | 154 | 316 | 546 | 322 | 332 | 145 | 318 | 455 | 2869 | 5881 |
2
21808, USGA, Purple, Women, Xmas Bush Tee
Gender: FemalePar 725586 yards5108 metersCR 73.4Bogey 102.8Slope 125
Gender: Female
Front Nine · CR 36.7 · BR 51.3 · Slope 124
Back Nine · CR 36.7 · BR 51.5 · Slope 126
| Hole | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | IN | 10 | 11 | 12 | 13 | 14 | 15 | 16 | 17 | 18 | OUT | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Par | 4 | 3 | 5 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 5 | 36 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 36 | 72 |
| Handicap | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| Yardage | 376 | 141 | 428 | 327 | 100 | 298 | 341 | 346 | 408 | 2765 | 303 | 154 | 317 | 521 | 297 | 337 | 138 | 318 | 436 | 2821 | 5586 |
2
21808, USGA, Red, Women, Xmas Bush Tee
Gender: FemalePar 725671 yards5186 metersCR 73.9Bogey 103.9Slope 128
Gender: Female
Front Nine · CR 37.2 · BR 52.4 · Slope 129
Back Nine · CR 36.7 · BR 51.5 · Slope 126
| Hole | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | IN | 10 | 11 | 12 | 13 | 14 | 15 | 16 | 17 | 18 | OUT | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Par | 4 | 3 | 5 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 5 | 36 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 36 | 72 |
| Handicap | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| Yardage | 381 | 145 | 434 | 344 | 114 | 302 | 346 | 354 | 420 | 2840 | 303 | 164 | 317 | 521 | 297 | 337 | 138 | 318 | 436 | 2831 | 5671 |
Programs
Skill-Based Practice Programs for Christmas Bush
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 31 Programs
% match to course practice profile34% match
For 21808, USGA, Red, Women, Xmas Bush tees
Align body parallel to line, for a 12-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Putting18-30 min12 HCP3 drills
Alignment37%
Aim22%
Stroke13%
65% match
For 21808, USGA, Red, Women, Xmas Bush tees
Set up for success, for a 25-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Short Game~26 min25 HCP9 drills
Alignment28%
Distance Control22%
Accuracy13%
64% match
For 21808, USGA, Red, Women, Xmas Bush tees
Stop on a dime, for a 21-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Short Game~26 min20 HCP7 drills
Distance Control33%
Accuracy22%
Scoring13%
15 Week Flagship Program for Christmas Bush
A complete and progressive long-term development curriculum mapped from easier to harder drills, specifically for Christmas Bush. Start with the basics and work your way towards more challenging drills. Commit to 15 weeks of training and get in proper shape. Four days counts as a week.
Week 1≤ 3 days
Putting · 3 ft (1m) only
Reduce Short Misses Through Alignment
Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 12.0
Weeks 1–2≤ 5 days
Putting · 3 ft (1m) only
Make Putts Inside 3 Feet Precisely
Difficulty: Expert · Program HCP 2.0
Weeks 3–5≤ 7 days
Short Game · Bump'n'Run
Keep Ball Close To Hole
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Weeks 5–7≤ 7 days
Short Game · Pitch
Pitch 15–25 Yds From Fringe
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 34.0
Weeks 7–8≤ 7 days
Short Game · Bump'n'Run
Turn Tough Lies into Easy Pars
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 30.0
Weeks 9–11≤ 7 days
Short Game · Pitch
Feet, hips, shoulders—are you set up for success?
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 25.0
Weeks 11–12≤ 7 days
Driving Range · Long irons (4,3,2)
Control Long Iron Flight
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Weeks 13–14≤ 5 days
Driving Range · Driver
Driver Fairway Accuracy For Beginners
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Weeks 14–15≤ 6 days
Driving Range · Driver
Stop Missing Fairways with Driver
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
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57% match
For 21808, USGA, Red, Women, Xmas Bush tees
Eliminate wild misses, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Driving Range~31 min17 HCP5 drills
Dispersion33%
Precision17%
Scoring16%
74% match
For 21808, USGA, Red, Women, Xmas Bush tees
Avoid trouble spots, for a 6-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Driving Range30-31 min6 HCP5 drills
Scoring30%
Dispersion19%
Distance Control13%
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Get Started59% match
For 21808, USGA, Red, Women, Xmas Bush tees
Feel the distance, for a 23-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Short Game25-26 min22 HCP6 drills
Distance Control26%
Aim22%
Precision15%
65% match
For 21808, USGA, Red, Women, Xmas Bush tees
Hit within 5 yards, for a 7-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Driving Range~31 min7 HCP5 drills
Distance Control38%
Scoring24%
Trajectory13%
66% match
For 21808, USGA, Purple, Women, Xmas Bush tees
Land within 2 feet, for a 2-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Short Game~26 min1 HCP5 drills
Aim29%
Distance Control19%
Precision18%
73% match
For 21808, USGA, Purple, Women, Xmas Bush tees
Save par on approaches, for a 15-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min15 HCP9 drills
Scoring28%
Accuracy24%
Distance Control17%
69% match
For 21808, USGA, Purple, Women, Xmas Bush tees
Land 2 feet from pin, for a 8-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Short Game~26 min7 HCP5 drills
Distance Control27%
Scoring23%
Aim11%
78% match
For 21808, USGA, Purple, Women, Xmas Bush tees
Maximize in regulation, for a 1-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Driving Range30-31 min0 HCP8 drills
Scoring32%
Precision16%
Distance Control14%
65% match
For 21808, USGA, Purple, Women, Xmas Bush tees
Reduce misses, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Driving Range30-31 min17 HCP9 drills
Scoring22%
Distance Control21%
Dispersion21%
32% match
For 21808, USGA, Purple, Women, Xmas Bush tees
Stop missing fairways, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Driving Range~31 min35 HCP5 drills
Precision31%
Mechanics27%
Trajectory23%
55% match
For 21808, USGA, Blue, Men, Xmas Bush tees
Land close to pin, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Short Game~26 min34 HCP8 drills
Alignment30%
Scoring26%
Aim24%
67% match
For 21808, USGA, Blue, Men, Xmas Bush tees
Chip from rough, for a 17-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min17 HCP7 drills
Distance Control27%
Accuracy20%
Alignment18%
81% match
For 21808, USGA, Blue, Men, Xmas Bush tees
Use a short swing, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Short Game~26 min35 HCP9 drills
Scoring30%
Distance Control22%
Aim14%
38% match
For 21808, USGA, Blue, Men, Xmas Bush tees
Control flight, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Driving Range~31 min35 HCP7 drills
Precision33%
Mechanics19%
Aim16%
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Get Started52% match
For 21808, USGA, Blue, Men, Xmas Bush tees
Control distance, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Driving Range~31 min17 HCP3 drills
Distance Control25%
Trajectory22%
Scoring20%
65% match
For 21808, USGA, Blue, Men, Xmas Bush tees
Reduce misses, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Driving Range30-31 min17 HCP4 drills
Precision25%
Distance Control23%
Scoring19%
69% match
For 21808, USGA, Black, Men, Xmas Bush tees
Turn lies into pars, for a 30-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Short Game~26 min30 HCP7 drills
Scoring35%
Accuracy21%
Distance Control18%
75% match
For 21808, USGA, Black, Men, Xmas Bush tees
Save par clutch, for a 19-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min18 HCP9 drills
Scoring28%
Aim21%
Accuracy16%
53% match
For 21808, USGA, Black, Men, Xmas Bush tees
See the shot, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min17 HCP6 drills
Scoring38%
Accuracy24%
Visualization23%
33% match
For 21808, USGA, Black, Men, Xmas Bush tees
Stop missing fairways, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Driving Range~31 min35 HCP6 drills
Precision29%
Mechanics22%
Trajectory19%
67% match
For 21808, USGA, Black, Men, Xmas Bush tees
Achieve distance consistency, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Driving Range~31 min17 HCP3 drills
Scoring27%
Dispersion20%
Precision17%
73% match
For 21808, USGA, Black, Men, Xmas Bush tees
Maximize in regulation, for a 1-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Driving Range30-31 min0 HCP3 drills
Scoring37%
Aim23%
Precision22%
56% match
For 21808, USGA, White, Men, Xmas Bush tees
Check clubface, for a 19-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min19 HCP6 drills
Alignment29%
Distance Control22%
Accuracy21%
44% match
For 21808, USGA, White, Men, Xmas Bush tees
See landing and roll, for a 13-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min13 HCP6 drills
Scoring41%
Accuracy34%
Visualization25%
47% match
For 21808, USGA, White, Men, Xmas Bush tees
Keep within 8 yards, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Driving Range~31 min17 HCP4 drills
Dispersion35%
Precision29%
Distance Control8%
59% match
For 21808, USGA, White, Men, Xmas Bush tees
Avoid rough with woods, for a 13-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Driving Range~31 min13 HCP4 drills
Accuracy29%
Distance Control25%
Scoring21%
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Get Started69% match
For 21808, USGA, White, Men, Xmas Bush tees
Hit within 2-3 yards, for a 10-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Driving Range30-43 min10 HCP9 drills
Distance Control41%
Scoring28%
Accuracy14%
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FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions about Christmas Bush
Get answers to common questions about playing Christmas Bush and what to expect.
How difficult is Christmas Bush for mid-handicap golfers?
Christmas Bush presents a demanding test. A slope rating of 131.0 suggests a moderately demanding round. The course rating of 71.4 reflects on scoring relative to par 72.
What tees should a 15 handicap play at Christmas Bush?
A 15 handicap golfer should consider tees closer to 5952 yards. The back tees extend to 6317.0 yards, which makes approach shots longer and scoring more challenging.
What is considered a good score at Christmas Bush?
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 Christmas Bush and how does yardage affect play?
Measuring 6317.0 yards at maximum length, scoring depends more on placement than raw power.
What type of course is Christmas Bush and how should I play it?
Christmas Bush 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 Christmas Bush strategically challenging?
The combination of a slope rating of 131.0 and yardage reaching 6317.0 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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