Focus on ball roll and finish position, for a 1-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Practice Programs
Complete Golf Practice Blueprint for Patutahi Golf Club
Discover tailored practice programs for this course.
Total Programs
11
11 complete programs built for this course
Unique Drills
45
Total unique drills across all programs
Skill Pillars
10
Accuracy · Aim · Alignment · Dispersion · Distance Control · Mechanics
Session Durations
4
3 days , 4 days , 6 days , 8 days
Patutahi Golf Club Practice Profile
We've mapped a comprehensive practice profile for Patutahi 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
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 Patutahi Golf Club
Most-used drills from for this course. Practice as standalone drills or scroll down for full programs.
Stop the Ball: Circle, Eyes Closed [Long]
Stop the ball inside the circle with your eyes closed.
Flop | Perpendicular Piles | Quadrants
Up to 5 players compete to stop a flop shot inside the quadrant(s). The player with the most points wins the challenge. One bucket of balls per player is needed.
Driver | Ladder Challenge
Complete the Ladder Challenge using driver only. Hit one bucket of ~50 balls.
Stop the Ball: Circle, in a Row [Long]
Eliminate long distance misses by stopping 5 balls inside the circle, in a row.
Stop the Ball: Inside the Field, Eyes Closed [Long]
Stop the ball inside all five fields - with your eyes closed - to complete the challenge.
Stop the Ball: Inside the Field, in a Row [Long]
Stop 5 balls in a row - one inside each field - to complete the challenge. If miss, fall back two fields.
Course Details
Everything you need to know about Patutahi Golf Club.
Contact Information
Phone
+44 (0)1250 872622
Fax
+44 (0) 1250 872622
patutahigc@xtra.co.nz
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Facilities
Location
Course Information
Holes
9
Par
35
Type
Parkland
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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 Patutahi Golf Club, all within a single responsive scorecard.
Scorecard data available for Yellow
White Tee
Gender: Male
Front Nine · CR 33.7 · BR 43.8 · Slope 109
Back Nine · CR 33.1 · BR 43.0 · Slope 107
| Hole | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | IN | 10 | 11 | 12 | 13 | 14 | 15 | 16 | 17 | 18 | OUT | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Par | 5 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 35 | 5 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 35 | 70 |
| Handicap | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| Yardage | 481 | 344 | 300 | 412 | 302 | 153 | 350 | 372 | 202 | 2916 | 481 | 325 | 181 | 399 | 302 | 140 | 350 | 358 | 234 | 2770 | 5686 |
Yellow Tee
Gender: Female
Front Nine · CR 35.5 · BR 48.1 · Slope 107
Back Nine · CR 34.3 · BR 46.4 · Slope 103
| Hole | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | IN | 10 | 11 | 12 | 13 | 14 | 15 | 16 | 17 | 18 | OUT | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Par | 5 | 4 | 4 | 5 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 36 | 5 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 35 | 71 |
| Handicap | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| Yardage | 438 | 345 | 300 | 412 | 295 | 153 | 306 | 335 | 194 | 2778 | 438 | 319 | 177 | 295 | 295 | 131 | 350 | 347 | 234 | 2586 | 5364 |
Programs
Skill-Based Practice Programs for Patutahi 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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Showing 11 Programs
% match to course practice profileCheck clubface, for a 13-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
See the shot, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Control driver distance, for a 6-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
10 Week Flagship Program for Patutahi Golf Club
A complete and progressive long-term development curriculum mapped from easier to harder drills, specifically for Patutahi Golf Club. Start with the basics and work your way towards more challenging drills. Commit to 10 weeks of training and get in proper shape. Four days counts as a week.
Putting · Long (20+ ft)
Sink All Long Putts
Difficulty: Expert · Program HCP 0.0
Short Game · Bump'n'Run
Match Mental Image to Result
Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 17.0
Short Game · Chip
Visualize the perfect chip, then make it happen
Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 17.0
Short Game · Flop
Can you match your plan to your shot?
Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 15.0
Short Game · Sand
Can you match your plan to your shot?
Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 14.0
Short Game · Flop
How close can you get from a tough lie? Precision test
Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 14.0
Driving Range · Mid irons (7,6,5)
Check your setup: avoid fat or thin shots
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Driving Range · Short irons (9,8)
Perfect your swing: mechanics for short iron success
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Driving Range · Short irons (9,8)
Feel the yardage: control short iron distance
Difficulty: Advanced · Program HCP 6.0
Control short iron distance, for a 6-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Unlock Your Golf Potential
Get personalized coaching and custom training programs tailored to your game.
Get StartedMatch plan to shot, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Perfect mid iron swing, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Precision from tough lie, for a 14-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Visualize perfect flop, for a 15-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
See landing and roll, for a 15-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Avoid slices and hooks, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Prepare for Tournaments at Patutahi Golf Club
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 Patutahi Golf Club
Get answers to common questions about playing Patutahi Golf Club and what to expect.
How difficult is Patutahi Golf Club for mid-handicap golfers?
Players often find Patutahi Golf Club technically exacting. The 108.0 slope rating keeps it accessible for developing players. The course rating of 66.8 reflects on scoring relative to par 35.
What tees should a 15 handicap play at Patutahi Golf Club?
A 15 handicap golfer should consider tees closer to 5525 yards. The back tees extend to 5686.0 yards, which makes approach shots longer and scoring more challenging.
What is considered a good score at Patutahi Golf Club?
With a course rating of 66.8 and par 35, a mid-handicap golfer would typically score in the mid to high 80s. Stronger players aiming to break 35 must manage approach shots and avoid penalty strokes.
How long is Patutahi Golf Club and how does yardage affect play?
At a full length of 5686.0 yards, it emphasizes accuracy and wedge play.
What type of course is Patutahi Golf Club 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 Patutahi Golf Club strategically challenging?
The combination of a slope rating of 108.0 and yardage reaching 5686.0 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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