Practice Programs

Complete Golf Practice Blueprint for New Plymouth Golf Club

Discover tailored practice programs for this course.

Total Programs

44

44 complete programs built for this course

Unique Drills

200

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

New Plymouth Golf Club Practice Profile

We've mapped a comprehensive practice profile for New Plymouth 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

Scoring 26%Distance Control 21%Precision 20%Aim 19%Accuracy 12%

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.

18.8
Average HCP
11.3
Minimum HCP
29.2
Maximum HCP

Top Drills

Featured Drills for New Plymouth Golf Club

Most-used drills from for this course. Practice as standalone drills or scroll down for full programs.

Diagram for Putting Aid: Chalk Line, 50 in Row
Putting30 min

Putting Aid: Chalk Line, 50 in Row

Make 50 putts in a row over the chalk starting line.

Diagram for Bump-n-Run | Scattered Ball Lines | Multiple Targets
Short Game26 min

Bump-n-Run | Scattered Ball Lines | Multiple Targets

Scatter a bucket of balls next to the green (avg. bucket is 40 balls) into 8 equal lines of 5 balls and stop bump-n-run shots close to multiple targets. Count the number of successes.

Diagram for Wedges (LW to PW) | GIRs Simulation
Driving Range31 min

Wedges (LW to PW) | GIRs Simulation

Simulate X number of GIR (Green in Regulations) using wedges only. Hit one bucket of ~50 balls. Count total number of greens hit.

Diagram for Wedges (LW to PW) | Impact and Follow Through
Driving Range31 min

Wedges (LW to PW) | Impact and Follow Through

Work only on impact and follow through using wedges only. Hit one bucket of ~50 balls.

Diagram for Wedges (LW to PW) | Straight Shot
Driving Range31 min

Wedges (LW to PW) | Straight Shot

Produce straight shots using wedges only. Hit one bucket of ~50 balls.

Diagram for Wedges (LW to PW) | Downswing
Driving Range31 min

Wedges (LW to PW) | Downswing

Work only on downswing using wedges only. Hit one bucket of ~50 balls.

Course Details

Everything you need to know about New Plymouth Golf Club.

Contact Information

📞

Phone

+44 (0)1250 872622

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Fax

+44 (0) 1250 872622

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Email

gm@newplymouthgolf.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

Course Description

New Plymouth Golf Club is a historic golf destination in Ngamotu, near New Plymouth, New Zealand. Established in 1912, the club features a classic par-72 course that has hosted major national events including the New Zealand Open and numerous amateur championships. The club offers tee bookings, clubhouse hospitality, and membership benefits, serving both local golfers and visiting players. It provides facilities and governance for golfing activities, events, and corporate outings in the Taranaki region.

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Course Information

Holes

18

Par

72

Type

Parkland

Opened

1893

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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 New Plymouth Golf Club, all within a single responsive scorecard.

Scorecard data available for Purple W Jan 2022

B

Blue M Nov 2019 Tee

Gender: MalePar 716655 yards6085 metersCR 72.0Bogey 94.8Slope 123

Gender: Male

Front Nine · CR 35.8 · BR 47.0 · Slope 121

Back Nine · CR 36.2 · BR 47.8 · Slope 125

Hole123456789IN101112131415161718OUTTotal
Par444443553365434344443571
Handicap153971111751310412141862816
Yardage336413353389383176478562183327357643320338513135838744346633826655

Programs

Skill-Based Practice Programs for New Plymouth 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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% match to course practice profile
72% match
For Purple W Jan 2022 tees

Pitch from fairway, for a 16-handicap player, ~15 minutes.

Short Game~26 min16 HCP9 drills
Distance Control27%
Scoring19%
Accuracy17%
71% match
For Purple W Jan 2022 tees

Get up-and-down consistently, for a 2-handicap player, ~10 minutes.

Short Game~26 min1 HCP5 drills
Aim29%
Distance Control19%
Precision18%

13 Week Flagship Program for New Plymouth Golf Club

A complete and progressive long-term development curriculum mapped from easier to harder drills, specifically for New Plymouth Golf Club. 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 13 days

Putting · 3 ft (1m) only

Aim To Hit Center Every Time

Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 17.0

Weeks 1–25 days

Short Game · Bump'n'Run

Bump'n'Run From 5–10 Yds

Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0

Weeks 3–46 days

Driving Range · Driver

Control Driver Ball Flight

Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0

Weeks 4–53 days

Putting · Long (20+ ft)

Eliminate Three-Putts

Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 17.0

Weeks 5–77 days

Short Game · Bump'n'Run

Bump'n'Run From 5–10 Yds

Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0

Weeks 7–97 days

Driving Range · Short irons (9,8)

Control Short Iron Flight

Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0

Weeks 9–104 days

Putting · Long (20+ ft)

Eliminate Three-Putts

Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 17.0

Weeks 10–127 days

Short Game · Chip

Chip 5–15 Yds From Fringe

Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0

Weeks 12–136 days

Driving Range · Wedges (LW,SW,GW,PW)

Control Wedge Roll

Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0

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57% match
For Purple W Jan 2022 tees

Reduce misses, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.

Driving Range~31 min17 HCP3 drills
Distance Control27%
Trajectory20%
Scoring20%
61% match
For Purple W Jan 2022 tees

Land 3-4 feet away, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.

Short Game~26 min17 HCP5 drills
Distance Control30%
Precision16%
Accuracy16%
40% match
For Purple W Jan 2022 tees

Control flight, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.

Driving Range~31 min35 HCP8 drills
Precision32%
Mechanics23%
Trajectory17%
74% match
For White W Nov 2019 tees

Finish putts in one motion, for a 2-handicap player, ~10 minutes.

Putting15-24 min1 HCP4 drills
Precision34%
Scoring33%
Aim20%
68% match
For White W Nov 2019 tees

Save par consistently, for a 12-handicap player, ~15 minutes.

Short Game~26 min11 HCP6 drills
Scoring29%
Accuracy18%
Distance Control15%

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72% match
For White W Nov 2019 tees

Pitch to the green, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.

Short Game~26 min35 HCP6 drills
Scoring24%
Alignment24%
Distance Control19%
61% match
For White W Nov 2019 tees

Roll the ball low and straight, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.

Short Game~26 min35 HCP5 drills
Aim31%
Distance Control15%
Dispersion14%
71% match
For White W Nov 2019 tees

Advanced accuracy, for a 1-handicap player, ~10 minutes.

Driving Range30-31 min0 HCP7 drills
Scoring33%
Precision19%
Dispersion13%
38% match
For White W Nov 2019 tees

Hit fairways consistently, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.

Driving Range~31 min35 HCP6 drills
Precision29%
Mechanics23%
Trajectory19%
65% match
For Red W Nov 2019 tees

Save par on approaches, for a 17-handicap player, ~15 minutes.

Short Game~26 min17 HCP9 drills
Distance Control27%
Accuracy25%
Scoring16%
69% match
For Red W Nov 2019 tees

Control the rollout distance, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.

Short Game~26 min17 HCP4 drills
Scoring26%
Aim22%
Accuracy22%
71% match
For Red W Nov 2019 tees

Maximize in regulation, for a 1-handicap player, ~10 minutes.

Driving Range30-31 min0 HCP7 drills
Scoring33%
Precision19%
Dispersion13%
42% match
For Purple W July 2022 tees

Focus on ball roll and finish position, for a 1-handicap player, ~10 minutes.

Putting~18 min0 HCP5 drills
Visualization32%
Distance Control25%
Dispersion23%

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79% match
For Purple W July 2022 tees

Land 3-4 feet away, for a 17-handicap player, ~15 minutes.

Short Game~26 min16 HCP5 drills
Scoring27%
Distance Control21%
Accuracy19%
76% match
For Purple W July 2022 tees

Roll the ball low and straight, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.

Short Game~26 min35 HCP9 drills
Distance Control24%
Scoring24%
Alignment13%
77% match
For Purple W July 2022 tees

Stop near the hole, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.

Short Game~26 min35 HCP8 drills
Scoring28%
Aim22%
Distance Control20%
34% match
For Blue M Nov 2019 tees

Work on alignment and starting line, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.

Putting18-27 min17 HCP3 drills
Dispersion30%
Distance Control28%
Accuracy23%
28% match
For White M Nov 2019 tees

Hit putts with both left and right breaks, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.

Putting~18 min17 HCP3 drills
Aim38%
Alignment23%
Stroke22%
34% match
For White M Nov 2019 tees

Hit putts with consistent tempo, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.

Putting15-27 min17 HCP4 drills
Distance Control35%
Visualization25%
Dispersion23%
63% match
For White M Nov 2019 tees

Use a short swing, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.

Short Game~26 min35 HCP6 drills
Distance Control25%
Aim24%
Dispersion15%

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63% match
For White M Nov 2019 tees

Stop 2 feet away, for a 4-handicap player, ~10 minutes.

Short Game~26 min3 HCP8 drills
Precision28%
Distance Control25%
Aim15%
45% match
For White M Nov 2019 tees

Control roll, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.

Driving Range~31 min35 HCP4 drills
Precision32%
Mechanics23%
Trajectory14%
71% match
For White M Nov 2019 tees

Maximize in regulation, for a 1-handicap player, ~10 minutes.

Driving Range30-31 min0 HCP3 drills
Scoring40%
Aim23%
Accuracy13%
69% match
For Red M Nov 2019 tees

Sand from longer range, for a 13-handicap player, ~15 minutes.

Short Game~26 min13 HCP9 drills
Scoring27%
Accuracy17%
Distance Control14%
64% match
For Red M Nov 2019 tees

Chip from rough, for a 17-handicap player, ~15 minutes.

Short Game~26 min17 HCP3 drills
Distance Control23%
Accuracy22%
Scoring13%
48% match
For Red M Nov 2019 tees

Stop missed shots, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.

Driving Range~31 min35 HCP6 drills
Precision26%
Mechanics23%
Trajectory18%
70% match
For Red M Nov 2019 tees

Maximize driver distance, for a 1-handicap player, ~10 minutes.

Driving Range30-31 min0 HCP6 drills
Scoring29%
Precision20%
Trajectory13%
50% match
For Red M Nov 2019 tees

Improve accuracy, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.

Driving Range~31 min17 HCP3 drills
Distance Control25%
Trajectory22%
Scoring20%
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Prepare for Tournaments at New Plymouth Golf Club

Follow a complete multi-week structured practice program ahead of the upcoming events and arrive prepared.

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FAQ

Frequently Asked Questions about New Plymouth Golf Club

Get answers to common questions about playing New Plymouth Golf Club and what to expect.

How difficult is New Plymouth Golf Club for mid-handicap golfers?

New Plymouth Golf Club is regarded as a strategically complex layout. With a slope of 123.0, it remains playable for a wide handicap range. The course rating of 72.0 reflects on scoring relative to par 72.

What tees should a 15 handicap play at New Plymouth Golf Club?

A 15 handicap golfer should consider tees closer to 4232 yards. The back tees extend to 6655.0 yards, which makes approach shots longer and scoring more challenging.

What is considered a good score at New Plymouth Golf Club?

With a course rating of 72.0 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 New Plymouth Golf Club and how does yardage affect play?

Measuring 6655.0 yards at maximum length, scoring depends more on placement than raw power.

What type of course is New Plymouth Golf Club and how should I play it?

New Plymouth Golf Club 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 New Plymouth Golf Club strategically challenging?

The combination of a slope rating of 123.0 and yardage reaching 6655.0 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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