Focus on ball roll and finish position, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Putting~18 min17 HCP3 drills
Aim38%
Alignment23%
Stroke22%
Practice Programs
Complete Golf Practice Blueprint for Pauanui Sports & Recreation Club
Discover tailored practice programs for this course.
Total Programs
15
15 complete programs built for this course
Unique Drills
80
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
Lakes Practice Profile
We've mapped a comprehensive practice profile for Lakes, 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%Distance Control 19%Precision 17%Aim 16%Alignment 13%
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.
17.9
Average HCP
8.5
Minimum HCP
34
Maximum HCP
Top Drills
Featured Drills for Lakes
Most-used drills from for this course. Practice as standalone drills or scroll down for full programs.
Putting18 min
Putting Aid: Chalk Line, 10/20
Make 10 out of 20 putts over the chalk starting line.
Short Game26 min
Bump-n-Run | Fairway | Uphill/Downhill
Hit bump-n-run two buckets of balls (avg. bucket is 40 balls) from the sloped fairway; one bucket from the uphill slope and one bucket from the downhill slope.
Driving Range31 min
Wedges (LW to PW) | Downswing
Work only on downswing using wedges only. Hit one bucket of ~50 balls.
Driving Range31 min
Wedges (LW to PW) | Quadrants
Hit 12 balls to each quadrant using wedges only. Hit one bucket of ~50 balls. Count total number of successful shots.
Driving Range31 min
Wedges (LW to PW) | 9 Targets
Hit 5 balls to each target using wedges only. Hit one bucket of ~50 balls. Count total number of successful shots.
Driving Range31 min
Wedges (LW to PW) | Takeaway
Work only on takeaway using wedges only. Hit one bucket of ~50 balls.
Course Details
Everything you need to know about Lakes.
Contact Information
📞
Phone
+44 (0)1250 872622
📠
Fax
+44 (0) 1250 872622
✉️Email
manager@pauaniclub.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
29 Sheppard Avenue
Course Description
Pauanui Club is a community hub in the Coromandel, New Zealand, offering a mix of sports, recreation, dining, and social facilities. It operates as a members club with two scenic 9-hole golf courses, mini putt, indoor and outdoor bowling greens, a recreational hall, a licensed bar, and a restaurant with al fresco dining. The venue also features live sports on the big screen, venue hire for events, pool and darts, gaming machines and TAB facilities, as well as practical amenities like motorhome parking with powered sites, a dump station, and EV charging. It serves the local Pauanui community and visitors, providing family-friendly activities and year-round recreation.
golf • nine-hole golf • mini putt • bowling • recreational hall • tee-time café • licensed bar • restaurant with alfresco dining • live sports • venue hire • pool table • darts • gaming machines • tab facilities • motorhome parking • motorhome dump station • electric vehicle charging • tesla charging • coromandel • new zealand • community club
Course Information
Holes
9
Par
29
Type
Parkland
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Programs
Skill-Based Practice Programs for Lakes
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 15 Programs
% match to course practice profileLand close to pin, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Short Game~26 min35 HCP8 drills
Aim30%
Alignment20%
Scoring18%
Land near the pin, for a 17-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min17 HCP6 drills
Scoring21%
Accuracy17%
Distance Control16%
Advanced fairway accuracy, for a 1-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Driving Range30-31 min0 HCP6 drills
Scoring29%
Precision20%
Trajectory13%
14 Week Flagship Program for Lakes
A complete and progressive long-term development curriculum mapped from easier to harder drills, specifically for Lakes. Start with the basics and work your way towards more challenging drills. Commit to 14 weeks of training and get in proper shape. Four days counts as a week.
Week 1≤ 3 days
Putting · 9 ft (3m) only
Control 9 Ft Putts
Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 17.0
Weeks 1–3≤ 7 days
Short Game · Pitch
Pitch 15–25 Yds From Fringe
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Weeks 3–4≤ 3 days
Short Game · Flop
Open up and let it fly: alignment for flop shots
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 29.0
Weeks 4–6≤ 7 days
Short Game · Flop
Check your clubface: does it match your target?
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 24.0
Weeks 6–8≤ 7 days
Short Game · Flop
Up-and-down contest: how many can you save in a row?
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 22.0
Weeks 8–9≤ 6 days
Short Game · Bump'n'Run
Bump'n'Run 10–20 Yds
Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 17.0
Weeks 10–12≤ 7 days
Driving Range · Wedges (LW,SW,GW,PW)
Pinpoint accuracy: leave yourself a tap-in every time
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 27.0
Weeks 12–13≤ 7 days
Driving Range · Wedges (LW,SW,GW,PW)
Pinpoint accuracy: leave yourself a tap-in every time
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 23.0
Week 14≤ 4 days
Driving Range · Wedges (LW,SW,GW,PW)
Control the loft: spin and height as needed
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 21.0
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Get StartedLeave tap-ins, for a 28-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Driving Range31-43 min27 HCP9 drills
Precision31%
Scoring17%
Mechanics15%
Save par consistently, for a 17-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min17 HCP9 drills
Scoring32%
Accuracy14%
Precision11%
Set up for high shot, for a 29-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Short Game~26 min29 HCP3 drills
Alignment33%
Aim23%
Scoring20%
Turn into par saves, for a 23-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Short Game~26 min22 HCP9 drills
Scoring35%
Aim17%
Alignment15%
Open up and fly, for a 24-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Short Game~26 min24 HCP7 drills
Alignment26%
Distance Control19%
Accuracy12%
Land 2 feet away, for a 1-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Short Game~26 min0 HCP7 drills
Scoring49%
Distance Control28%
Visualization17%
Keep within 8 yards, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Driving Range~31 min17 HCP5 drills
Dispersion33%
Precision17%
Scoring16%
Fade or draw wedges, for a 22-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Driving Range~31 min21 HCP4 drills
Trajectory26%
Scoring24%
Distance Control20%
Stick to short iron line, for a 1-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Driving Range~31 min0 HCP3 drills
Scoring28%
Dispersion23%
Accuracy20%
Hit varying targets, for a 13-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Driving Range~31 min13 HCP4 drills
Distance Control33%
Scoring23%
Accuracy18%
Thread the needle, for a 23-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Driving Range31-43 min23 HCP7 drills
Precision35%
Scoring17%
Mechanics13%
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Prepare for Tournaments at Lakes
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 Lakes
Get answers to common questions about playing Lakes and what to expect.
How difficult is Lakes for mid-handicap golfers?
Players often find Lakes technically exacting. With a slope of 120, it remains playable for a wide handicap range. The course rating of 70 reflects on scoring relative to par 29.
What tees should a 15 handicap play at Lakes?
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 Lakes?
With a course rating of 70 and par 29, a mid-handicap golfer would typically score in the mid to high 80s. Stronger players aiming to break 29 must manage approach shots and avoid penalty strokes.
How long is Lakes 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 Lakes and how should I play it?
Lakes 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 Lakes 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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