Hit center consistently, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Putting18-30 min17 HCP3 drills
Aim32%
Stroke28%
Alignment23%
Practice Programs
Complete Golf Practice Blueprint for Nkonyeni Golf Lodge & Estate
Discover tailored practice programs for this course.
Total Programs
16
16 complete programs built for this course
Unique Drills
73
Total unique drills across all programs
Skill Pillars
12
Accuracy · Aim · Alignment · Dispersion · Distance Control · Green Reading
Session Durations
6
3 days , 4 days , 5 days , 6 days , 7 days , 9 days
AccuracyAimAlignmentDispersionDistance ControlGreen Reading+6 more
Links & Bush Practice Profile
We've mapped a comprehensive practice profile for Links & 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 32%Distance Control 22%Precision 22%Aim 12%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.
14.6
Average HCP
9.8
Minimum HCP
27.5
Maximum HCP
Top Drills
Featured Drills for Links & Bush
Most-used drills from for this course. Practice as standalone drills or scroll down for full programs.
Putting30 min
Putting Aid: Chalk Line, 50 in Row
Make 50 putts in a row over the chalk starting line.
Short Game26 min
DIY Course Easy
Up to 5 players play easy-difficulty 9 hole ‘PAR 2’ DIY course. Best final score wins.
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.
Driving Range31 min
Long irons (4,3,2) | Quadrants
Hit 12 balls to each quadrant using long irons only. Hit one bucket of ~50 balls. Count total number of successful shots.
Driving Range31 min
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.
Driving Range31 min
Long irons (4,3,2) | PAR 3 Challenge
Complete the PAR 3 Challenge using long irons only. Hit one bucket of ~50 balls.
Course Details
Everything you need to know about Links & 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
Nkonyeni
Course Description
AT NKONYENI, PASSION IS A LIFESTYLEPassion for outdoors living. For swimming. For game watching, sport, fishing and golf. It is stress-free living, within a secure estate – complete with nature trails, a health spa, and the promise of not one, but two golf courses to equal any in the world.Situated next to the Usuthu river in Eswatini, Nkonyeni Residential Golf Estate features a 400 hectare game reserve, conferencing facilities, restaurants, a clubhouse, tennis and squash courts, adventure tours, as well as a host of exciting amenities and activities.YOUR DREAM HOMEWith limited space still available in Nkonyeni Golden Eagle Residential, You can now stay at Nkonyeni Savannah Silver Leaf and River Close, with 440 freehold residential properties as well as an 18-hole Championship Links-type golf course designed by the 2010 Open Champion, Louis Oosthuizen in the works.
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Course Information
Holes
45
Par
72
Type
Parkland
Architect
Phil Jacobs
Opened
2007
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Programs
Skill-Based Practice Programs for Links & 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 16 Programs
% match to course practice profileRead subtle breaks, for a 2-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Putting15-30 min2 HCP6 drills
Scoring35%
Precision29%
Aim14%
Keep near hole, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Short Game~26 min35 HCP5 drills
Scoring44%
Distance Control34%
Visualization22%
Vary landing spot soft, for a 26-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Short Game~26 min26 HCP3 drills
Precision39%
Alignment22%
Distance Control19%
11 Week Flagship Program for Links & Bush
A complete and progressive long-term development curriculum mapped from easier to harder drills, specifically for Links & Bush. 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.
Week 1≤ 3 days
Putting · 3 ft (1m) only
Stop Missing Short Putts
Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 17.0
Weeks 1–2≤ 5 days
Short Game · Pitch
Land Close To Pin
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Week 3≤ 3 days
Driving Range · Woods (Hy,5W,3W)
Perfect your swing: mechanics for woods success
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Weeks 3–4≤ 5 days
Putting · 6 ft (2m) only
Reduce Missed Mid Putts
Difficulty: Expert · Program HCP 4.0
Weeks 5–6≤ 5 days
Short Game · Mixed
Short Game 5–20 Yds From Fringe Or Rough
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Weeks 6–7≤ 7 days
Driving Range · Wedges (LW,SW,GW,PW)
Thread the needle: precision wedges to the pin
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 30.0
Weeks 8–9≤ 6 days
Putting · 3 ft (1m) only
Sink All Short Putts
Difficulty: Expert · Program HCP 2.0
Weeks 9–10≤ 3 days
Short Game · Flop
Feel the distance: flop to different targets and control your rollout
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 26.0
Weeks 10–11≤ 5 days
Driving Range · Long irons (4,3,2)
Feel the yardage: control long iron distance
Difficulty: Advanced · Program HCP 7.0
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Maximize in regulation, for a 1-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Driving Range~31 min0 HCP3 drills
Dispersion35%
Scoring27%
Accuracy20%
Precision shots, for a 1-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Driving Range30-31 min0 HCP7 drills
Scoring33%
Precision19%
Distance Control16%
Avoid bogeys, for a 5-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Putting15-24 min4 HCP5 drills
Scoring31%
Precision27%
Aim24%
Vary landing spot, for a 8-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Short Game~26 min8 HCP4 drills
Scoring50%
Distance Control33%
Visualization18%
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Get StartedLand 2 feet away, for a 6-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Short Game~26 min5 HCP9 drills
Dispersion22%
Precision21%
Distance Control18%
Land close to pin, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Short Game~26 min35 HCP5 drills
Scoring26%
Distance Control21%
Aim20%
Get square, for a 25-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Short Game~26 min25 HCP4 drills
Alignment29%
Distance Control26%
Precision17%
Leave tap-ins, for a 30-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Driving Range31-43 min30 HCP7 drills
Precision34%
Mechanics19%
Trajectory14%
Maximize greens in regulation, for a 1-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Driving Range30-43 min0 HCP7 drills
Scoring35%
Distance Control24%
Accuracy19%
Precision wedges, for a 1-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Driving Range30-31 min0 HCP7 drills
Scoring33%
Distance Control24%
Accuracy15%
Control long iron distance, for a 7-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Driving Range~31 min7 HCP5 drills
Distance Control38%
Scoring24%
Trajectory13%
Match swing to shot, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Driving Range~31 min35 HCP3 drills
Mechanics45%
Trajectory28%
Precision27%
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Prepare for Tournaments at Links & Bush
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 Links & Bush
Get answers to common questions about playing Links & Bush and what to expect.
How difficult is Links & Bush for mid-handicap golfers?
Links & Bush is regarded as a strategically complex layout. The 120 slope rating keeps it accessible for developing players. The course rating of 70 reflects on scoring relative to par 72.
What tees should a 15 handicap play at Links & Bush?
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 Links & Bush?
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 Links & Bush and how does yardage affect play?
At a full length of 6500 yards, it balances distance with positional strategy.
What type of course is Links & Bush 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 Links & Bush 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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