Practice Programs

Complete Golf Practice Blueprint for North Adelaide Golf Club

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North Adelaide, South Australia, Australia

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Total Programs

14 complete programs built for this course

Unique Drills

Total unique drills across all programs

Skill Pillars

Accuracy · Aim · Alignment · Dispersion · Distance Control · Green Reading

Session Durations

3 days , 4 days , 5 days , 6 days , 7 days , 8 days , 9 days

AccuracyAimAlignmentDispersionDistance ControlGreen Reading+5 more

Par 3 Practice Profile

We've mapped a comprehensive practice profile for Par 3, 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 33%Precision 20%Distance Control 19%Dispersion 13%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.

Average HCP

10.2

Minimum HCP

32.9

Maximum HCP

Top Drills

Featured Drills for Par 3

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

Putting18 min

Putting Aid: Alignment Mirror, 10/20

Make 10 out of 20 putts using an alignment mirror.

Short Game26 min

Bump-n-Run | Parallel Ball Lines | Bullseye 2x

Up to 5 players compete to stop a bump-n-run shot in the bullseye. The best final score relative to PAR wins the challenge. Up to 80 balls are needed.

Driving Range31 min

Long irons (4,3,2) | Left-to-R and Right-to-L Shot

Produce left-to-right and right-to-left shots using long irons only. Hit one bucket of ~50 balls.

Short Game26 min

Bump-n-Run | Rough | Flat

Hit bump-n-run two buckets of balls (avg. bucket is 40 balls) from the flat rough grass.

Short Game26 min

Bump-n-Run | Parallel Piles | Quadrants

Align a bucket of balls (avg. bucket is 40 balls) into 10 equal parallel piles of 4 balls next to the green and stop bump-n-run shots inside quadrants. Count the number of successes.

Short Game26 min

Bump-n-Run | Deep Rough and Other | Above/Below Feet

Hit bump-n-run 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, and one bucket with balls below feet level.

Course Details

Everything you need to know about Par 3.

Contact Information

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Phone

+44 (0)1250 872622

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Fax

+44 (0) 1250 872622

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teeoff@northadelaidegolf.com.au

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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

Strangways Terrace

Course Description

North Adelaide Golf Course is a public golf facility located in the Adelaide Park Lands near the CBD. It offers 54 holes across three courses, including North Course, South Course, and Par 3, with options for group bookings, lessons, and coaching. The course emphasizes accessible, city-adjacent golf experiences and features on-site facilities such as a pro shop and cafe/bar, inviting both casual and serious players to enjoy golf in Adelaide. Visitors can book rounds online, view course updates, and explore learn-to-play options while experiencing the city backdrop of Adelaide.

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Course Information

Holes

Par

Type

Parkland

Opened

1923

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Programs

Skill-Based Practice Programs for Par 3

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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Focus On Green Reading

Practice line and speed, for a 3-handicap player, ~10 minutes.

Putting15-24 min2 HCP5 drills

Scoring38%

Precision34%

Aim15%

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Bump'n'Run From 5–10 Yds

Focus on clean contact, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.

Short Game~26 min35 HCP3 drills

Distance Control22%

Dispersion19%

Accuracy18%

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Turn Tough Lies into Easy Pars

Turn lies into pars, for a 26-handicap player, ~20 minutes.

Short Game~26 min25 HCP8 drills

Scoring42%

Aim14%

Accuracy12%

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Center of the green: reduce spread on irons

Keep within 8 yards, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.

Driving Range~31 min17 HCP5 drills

Dispersion33%

Precision17%

Scoring16%

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12 Week Flagship Program for Par 3

A complete and progressive long-term development curriculum mapped from easier to harder drills, specifically for Par 3. Start with the basics and work your way towards more challenging drills. Commit to 12 weeks of training and get in proper shape. Four days counts as a week.

Weeks 1–2≤ 5 days

Putting · 9 ft (3m) only

Focus On Green Reading

Difficulty: Expert · Program HCP 2.0

Week 2≤ 3 days

Short Game · Bump'n'Run

Bump'n'Run From 5–10 Yds

Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0

Weeks 3–4≤ 5 days

Short Game · Bump'n'Run

Beat Best Streak of Up-and-Downs

Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 28.0

Weeks 4–6≤ 7 days

Short Game · Bump'n'Run

Save Par from Fringe

Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 25.0

Weeks 6–8≤ 7 days

Short Game · Bump'n'Run

Turn Tough Lies into Easy Pars

Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 25.0

Weeks 8–9≤ 6 days

Short Game · Bump'n'Run

Lag it close: can you control your rollout every time?

Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 23.0

Week 10≤ 3 days

Driving Range · Woods (Hy,5W,3W)

Feet, hips, shoulders—get it right for consistent contact

Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0

Weeks 10–11≤ 4 days

Driving Range · Mid irons (7,6,5)

Stop Missing Greens With Mid Irons

Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0

Weeks 11–12≤ 5 days

Driving Range · Long irons (4,3,2)

Center of the green: reduce spread on irons

Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 17.0

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Feet, hips, shoulders—get it right for consistent contact

Perfect woods swing, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.

Driving Range~31 min35 HCP3 drills

Mechanics45%

Trajectory28%

Precision27%

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Save Par from Fringe

Turn lies into pars, for a 25-handicap player, ~20 minutes.

Short Game~26 min25 HCP9 drills

Scoring45%

Accuracy24%

Precision6%

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Short Game 15–35 Yds From Bunker, Fringe, Rough

Stop within 2 feet, for a 1-handicap player, ~10 minutes.

Short Game~26 min0 HCP6 drills

Scoring46%

Distance Control28%

Visualization19%

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Lag it close: can you control your rollout every time?

Control rollout, for a 24-handicap player, ~20 minutes.

Short Game~26 min23 HCP6 drills

Distance Control31%

Precision19%

Aim16%

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Beat Best Streak of Up-and-Downs

Turn lies into pars, for a 28-handicap player, ~20 minutes.

Short Game~26 min28 HCP5 drills

Scoring34%

Accuracy22%

Distance Control16%

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Chip 15–30 Yds From Tight Or Rough Lies

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

Short Game~26 min1 HCP5 drills

Aim29%

Distance Control19%

Precision18%

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Improve Long Iron Accuracy

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

Driving Range~31 min17 HCP3 drills

Distance Control25%

Trajectory22%

Scoring20%

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Stop Missing Greens With Mid Irons

Improve accuracy, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.

Driving Range~31 min35 HCP4 drills

Precision23%

Aim14%

Alignment12%

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Precision 3-Wood Shots

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

Driving Range30-31 min0 HCP7 drills

Scoring29%

Precision18%

Distance Control13%

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Control Driver Flight Path

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

Driving Range~31 min17 HCP3 drills

Scoring27%

Dispersion20%

Precision17%

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Prepare for Tournaments at Par 3

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 Par 3

Get answers to common questions about playing Par 3 and what to expect.

How difficult is Par 3 for mid-handicap golfers?

Par 3 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 54.

What tees should a 15 handicap play at Par 3?

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 Par 3?

With a course rating of 70 and par 54, a mid-handicap golfer would typically score in the mid to high 80s. Stronger players aiming to break 54 must manage approach shots and avoid penalty strokes.

How long is Par 3 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 Par 3 and how should I play it?

Par 3 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 Par 3 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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