Control pace on every putt, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Putting18-30 min17 HCP3 drills
Aim32%
Stroke28%
Alignment23%
Practice Programs
Complete Golf Practice Blueprint for Pauanui Sports & Recreation Club
Discover tailored practice programs for this course.
Total Programs
17
17 complete programs built for this course
Unique Drills
93
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
The Pines Practice Profile
We've mapped a comprehensive practice profile for The Pines, 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
Distance Control 27%Scoring 25%Precision 18%Accuracy 14%Aim 14%
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.
18.2
Average HCP
10.4
Minimum HCP
32.3
Maximum HCP
Top Drills
Featured Drills for The Pines
Most-used drills from for this course. Practice as standalone drills or scroll down for full programs.
Putting18 min
Putting Aid: String Line, 50 in a Row
Make 50 putts in a row, underneath the hanging string line.
Short Game26 min
Bump-n-Run | Rough | Above/Below Feet
Hit bump-n-run two buckets of balls (avg. bucket is 40 balls) from the sloped rough grass; one bucket with balls above feet level, and one bucket with balls below feet level.
Driving Range31 min
Woods (Hy to 3W) | Opposite Shots Challenge
Complete the Opposite Shots Challenge using woods only. Hit one bucket of ~50 balls.
Driving Range31 min
All Woods (Hy to Dr) | Club Swapping Challenge
Complete the Club Swapping Challenge using woods only. Hit one bucket of ~50 balls.
Driving Range31 min
Woods (Hy to 3W) | Y Area
Hit 15 balls to each Y area using woods only. Hit one bucket of ~50 balls. Count total number of successful shots.
Driving Range31 min
All woods (Hy to Dr) | Progressive Targets Challenge
Complete the Progressive Targets Challenge using woods only. Hit one bucket of ~50 balls.
Course Details
Everything you need to know about The Pines.
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
30
Type
Parkland
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Programs
Skill-Based Practice Programs for The Pines
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 17 Programs
% match to course practice profileSink long putts, for a 5-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Putting15-18 min5 HCP7 drills
Visualization41%
Distance Control40%
Dispersion14%
Open up and fly, for a 20-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Short Game~26 min20 HCP6 drills
Alignment30%
Distance Control27%
Accuracy25%
Match mental image, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min17 HCP5 drills
Scoring37%
Accuracy24%
Visualization21%
14 Week Flagship Program for The Pines
A complete and progressive long-term development curriculum mapped from easier to harder drills, specifically for The Pines. 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 · 3 ft (1m) only
Practice 3 Ft Putts For Consistency
Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 17.0
Weeks 1–3≤ 7 days
Putting · Long (20+ ft)
Read Breaks Correctly On Each Long Putt
Difficulty: Advanced · Program HCP 5.0
Weeks 3–5≤ 7 days
Short Game · Chip
Chip 5–15 Yds From Fringe
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Week 5≤ 3 days
Short Game · Bump'n'Run
Keep Ball Close To Hole
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Weeks 6–7≤ 7 days
Short Game · Pitch
Feel the distance: pitch to different targets and control your rollout
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 21.0
Weeks 8–9≤ 6 days
Short Game · Flop
Open up and let it fly: alignment for flop shots
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 20.0
Weeks 9–11≤ 7 days
Driving Range · Woods (Hy,5W,3W)
Control 3-Wood Roll
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Weeks 11–12≤ 7 days
Driving Range · Driver
Shape your flight: high, low, or straight—your choice
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 26.0
Weeks 13–14≤ 6 days
Driving Range · Woods (Hy,5W,3W)
Shape it up: fade or draw with your woods
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 24.0
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Maximize control, for a 1-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Driving Range30-31 min0 HCP7 drills
Scoring29%
Precision18%
Distance Control13%
Perfect woods arc, for a 25-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Driving Range~31 min24 HCP6 drills
Trajectory26%
Scoring17%
Precision17%
Avoid three-putts, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Short Game~26 min35 HCP7 drills
Distance Control29%
Alignment28%
Scoring11%
Use a short swing, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Short Game~26 min35 HCP3 drills
Aim28%
Dispersion21%
Precision18%
Land near the pin, for a 17-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min17 HCP8 drills
Scoring32%
Accuracy18%
Dispersion12%
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Get StartedFly out and stop close, for a 13-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min13 HCP6 drills
Aim30%
Distance Control23%
Scoring13%
Feel the distance, for a 22-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Short Game~26 min21 HCP8 drills
Distance Control27%
Precision17%
Accuracy14%
Stop pitches near hole, for a 5-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Short Game~26 min4 HCP4 drills
Distance Control31%
Scoring23%
Dispersion14%
Maximize greens in regulation, for a 1-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Driving Range30-43 min0 HCP9 drills
Scoring32%
Distance Control29%
Accuracy17%
Keep within 8 yards, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Driving Range30-31 min17 HCP3 drills
Precision35%
Dispersion32%
Scoring22%
Control 3-wood dispersion, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Driving Range~31 min35 HCP7 drills
Precision26%
Mechanics19%
Trajectory14%
Control trajectory, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Driving Range30-31 min17 HCP3 drills
Distance Control38%
Trajectory22%
Scoring20%
Shape driver flight, for a 26-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Driving Range~31 min26 HCP7 drills
Trajectory31%
Precision23%
Mechanics19%
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Prepare for Tournaments at The Pines
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 The Pines
Get answers to common questions about playing The Pines and what to expect.
How difficult is The Pines for mid-handicap golfers?
The Pines 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 30.
What tees should a 15 handicap play at The Pines?
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 The Pines?
With a course rating of 70 and par 30, a mid-handicap golfer would typically score in the mid to high 80s. Stronger players aiming to break 30 must manage approach shots and avoid penalty strokes.
How long is The Pines 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 The Pines and how should I play it?
The Pines 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 The Pines 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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