Focus on alignment, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Practice Programs
Complete Golf Practice Blueprint for Palm Hills Golf Resort
Discover tailored practice programs for this course.
Total Programs
13
13 complete programs built for this course
Unique Drills
77
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
Palm Hills Practice Profile
We've mapped a comprehensive practice profile for Palm Hills, 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
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.
Top Drills
Featured Drills for Palm Hills
Most-used drills from for this course. Practice as standalone drills or scroll down for full programs.
Putting Aid: String Line, 50 in a Row
Make 50 putts in a row, underneath the hanging string line.
Chip | Parallel Piles | 9 Stop Zones
Align a bucket of balls (avg. bucket is 40 balls) into 10 equal parallel piles of 4 balls and stop chip shots inside 9 Stop Zones. Count the number of successful stops.
Short irons (9,8) | Impact and Follow Through
Work only on impact and follow through using short irons only. Hit one bucket of ~50 balls.
Chip | Parallel Piles | 3 Landing Zones
Up to 5 players compete to stop a chip 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.
Putting Aid: Plane Board, Ball Gate, 50 in a Row
Make 50 putts in a row through the ball gate, using plane board.
Putting Aid: Chalk Line, 50 in Row
Make 50 putts in a row over the chalk starting line.
Course Details
Everything you need to know about Palm Hills.
Contact Information
Phone
+44 (0)1250 872622
Fax
+44 (0) 1250 872622
palmhills@accordiagolf.com
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Facilities
Location
726, Arakaki
Course Information
Holes
18
Par
72
Type
Parkland
Architect
Golf Plan, Inc.
Opened
1991
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Programs
Skill-Based Practice Programs for Palm Hills
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 profileFocus on positive outcomes, for a 2-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Make par, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Unlock Your Golf Potential
Get personalized coaching and custom training programs tailored to your game.
Get StartedStop 2 feet away, for a 3-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
12 Week Flagship Program for Palm Hills
A complete and progressive long-term development curriculum mapped from easier to harder drills, specifically for Palm Hills. 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.
Putting · 3 ft (1m) only
Practice 3 Ft Putts For Consistency
Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 17.0
Short Game · Bump'n'Run
Bump'n'Run From 5–10 Yds
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Driving Range · Short irons (9,8)
Control Short Iron Flight
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Putting · 3 ft (1m) only
Sink All Short Putts
Difficulty: Expert · Program HCP 2.0
Short Game · Flop
Hit Flop & Avoid Big Numbers
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Driving Range · Wedges (LW,SW,GW,PW)
Stop Missed Wedge Shots
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Putting · 9 ft (3m) only
Reduce Misses On All 9 Foot Putts
Difficulty: Expert · Program HCP 1.0
Short Game · Mixed
Make Par Around the Green
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Driving Range · Driver
Lag it long: can you control your driver distance every time?
Difficulty: Advanced · Program HCP 6.0
Stop missing greens, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Reach target zones, for a 6-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Sink with precision, for a 2-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Flop from sand, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Roll the ball low and straight, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Land close to pin, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Pinpoint chips, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Advanced accuracy, for a 1-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Control roll, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Prepare for Tournaments at Palm Hills
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 Palm Hills
Get answers to common questions about playing Palm Hills and what to expect.
How difficult is Palm Hills for mid-handicap golfers?
Palm Hills is regarded as a strategically complex layout. 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 Palm Hills?
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 Palm Hills?
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 Palm Hills 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 Palm Hills and how should I play it?
Palm Hills 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 Palm Hills 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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