Stop 2 feet away, for a 3-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Practice Programs
Complete Golf Practice Blueprint for Pelican Waters Golf Club
Discover tailored practice programs for this course.
Total Programs
46
46 complete programs built for this course
Unique Drills
215
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
Pelican Waters Golf Club Practice Profile
We've mapped a comprehensive practice profile for Pelican Waters 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 Pelican Waters Golf Club
Most-used drills from for this course. Practice as standalone drills or scroll down for full programs.
Putting Aid: Chalk Line, 10/20
Make 10 out of 20 putts over the chalk starting line.
Pitch | Deep Rough and Other | Above/Below Feet
Hit 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.
Woods (Hy to 3W) | L-R and R-L 9 Targets
Hit 5 balls to each randomly selected target while producing left-to-right and right-to-left shots, using woods only. Hit one bucket of ~50 balls.
All Woods (Hy to Dr) | Club Swapping Challenge
Complete the Club Swapping Challenge using woods only. Hit one bucket of ~50 balls.
Long irons (4,3,2) | Backswing
Work only on backswing using long irons only. Hit one bucket of ~50 balls.
Long irons (4,3,2) | Low/Mid/High Shot
Produce low/mid/high shots using long irons only. Hit one bucket of ~50 balls.
Course Details
Everything you need to know about Pelican Waters Golf Club.
Contact Information
Phone
+44 (0)1250 872622
Fax
+44 (0) 1250 872622
reception@pelicangolf.com.au
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Facilities
Location
40 Mahogany Dr, Pelican Waters QLD 4551, Australia
Course Description
Pelican Waters Golf Club is home to Queensland's first ever Greg Norman designed Golf Course. Enjoy a day out on the green with our spectacular 18 hole course, it doesn't matter if you're just starting out or the next champion golfer everyone is welcome! Pelican Waters Golf Club features an impressive driving range with a 6289 metre championship course, practice putting and chipping greens, well equipped shop and fittingly boasts one of the finest clubhouses and practice facilities in Australia.Our facilities are open to the public whether it be for a social game of golf, dinner or your next event or function on the Sunshine Coast.Located just one hour north of Brisbane in the stunning surrounds of Golden Beach on the Sunshine Coast, the Pelican Waters Golf Club is Queensland's first ever Greg Norman designed Golf Course.Designed to rank among the premier golf courses in the world we are proud to be placed in the Top 100 Golf Courses in Australia thanks to Golf Australia Magazine 2012. On top of that we have also been ranked #1 Golf Course on the Sunshine Coast.
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Course Information
Holes
18
Par
72
Type
Parkland
Architect
Greg Norman
Opened
2001
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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 Pelican Waters Golf Club, all within a single responsive scorecard.
Scorecard data available for 41333, USGA, Women, Blue
41333, USGA, Black, Men Tee
Gender: Male
Front Nine · CR 36.3 · BR 49.2 · Slope 139
Back Nine · CR 36.2 · BR 48.5 · Slope 132
| Hole | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | IN | 10 | 11 | 12 | 13 | 14 | 15 | 16 | 17 | 18 | OUT | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Par | 4 | 4 | 5 | 3 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 4 | 36 | 5 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 4 | 4 | 36 | 72 |
| Handicap | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| Yardage | 388 | 340 | 535 | 202 | 377 | 163 | 430 | 560 | 446 | 3441 | 547 | 197 | 338 | 362 | 173 | 418 | 530 | 416 | 456 | 3437 | 6878 |
41333, USGA, Championship, Men, 2022 Tee
Gender: Male
Front Nine · CR 36.3 · BR 48.8 · Slope 135
Back Nine · CR 34.7 · BR 46.4 · Slope 126
| Hole | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | IN | 10 | 11 | 12 | 13 | 14 | 15 | 16 | 17 | 18 | OUT | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Par | 5 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 4 | 4 | 36 | 4 | 4 | 5 | 3 | 4 | 3 | 5 | 3 | 4 | 35 | 71 |
| Handicap | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| Yardage | 547 | 197 | 338 | 362 | 173 | 418 | 530 | 415 | 465 | 3445 | 399 | 361 | 514 | 202 | 377 | 164 | 503 | 137 | 438 | 3095 | 6540 |
41333, USGA, Back, Women, 2022 Tee
Gender: Female
Front Nine · CR 38.4 · BR 54.3 · Slope 135
Back Nine · CR 37.0 · BR 52.0 · Slope 127
| Hole | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | IN | 10 | 11 | 12 | 13 | 14 | 15 | 16 | 17 | 18 | OUT | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Par | 5 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 5 | 5 | 38 | 4 | 4 | 5 | 3 | 4 | 3 | 5 | 3 | 5 | 36 | 74 |
| Handicap | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| Yardage | 509 | 175 | 305 | 320 | 163 | 396 | 499 | 408 | 432 | 3207 | 366 | 344 | 503 | 172 | 363 | 166 | 487 | 131 | 421 | 2953 | 6160 |
41333, USGA, Middle, Women, 2022 Tee
Gender: Female
Front Nine · CR 37.5 · BR 52.7 · Slope 129
Back Nine · CR 35.5 · BR 49.7 · Slope 120
| Hole | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | IN | 10 | 11 | 12 | 13 | 14 | 15 | 16 | 17 | 18 | OUT | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Par | 5 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 4 | 4 | 36 | 4 | 4 | 5 | 3 | 4 | 3 | 5 | 3 | 4 | 35 | 71 |
| Handicap | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| Yardage | 503 | 158 | 298 | 310 | 151 | 354 | 487 | 384 | 421 | 3066 | 333 | 273 | 494 | 164 | 347 | 145 | 470 | 120 | 383 | 2729 | 5795 |
41333, USGA, Red, Women Tee
Gender: Female
Front Nine · CR 36.4 · BR 51.4 · Slope 127
Back Nine · CR 35.6 · BR 50.3 · Slope 125
| Hole | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | IN | 10 | 11 | 12 | 13 | 14 | 15 | 16 | 17 | 18 | OUT | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Par | 4 | 4 | 5 | 3 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 4 | 36 | 5 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 4 | 4 | 36 | 72 |
| Handicap | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| Yardage | 342 | 291 | 453 | 150 | 324 | 120 | 357 | 474 | 386 | 2897 | 459 | 137 | 275 | 276 | 125 | 330 | 466 | 347 | 385 | 2800 | 5697 |
41333, USGA, Women, Blue Tee
Gender: Female
Front Nine · CR 38.7 · BR 55.4 · Slope 142
Back Nine · CR 38.3 · BR 53.9 · Slope 132
| Hole | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | IN | 10 | 11 | 12 | 13 | 14 | 15 | 16 | 17 | 18 | OUT | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Par | 4 | 4 | 5 | 3 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 5 | 37 | 5 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 5 | 5 | 38 | 75 |
| Handicap | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| Yardage | 363 | 330 | 509 | 171 | 363 | 166 | 402 | 529 | 416 | 3249 | 504 | 175 | 305 | 320 | 163 | 396 | 499 | 408 | 427 | 3197 | 6446 |
41333, USGA,Yellow, Women Tee
Gender: Female
Front Nine · CR 37.7 · BR 53.4 · Slope 133
Back Nine · CR 37.4 · BR 52.5 · Slope 128
| Hole | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | IN | 10 | 11 | 12 | 13 | 14 | 15 | 16 | 17 | 18 | OUT | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Par | 4 | 4 | 5 | 3 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 5 | 37 | 5 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 4 | 5 | 37 | 74 |
| Handicap | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| Yardage | 363 | 296 | 493 | 168 | 347 | 146 | 389 | 474 | 404 | 3080 | 504 | 164 | 299 | 310 | 150 | 354 | 487 | 384 | 410 | 3062 | 6142 |
Programs
Skill-Based Practice Programs for Pelican Waters 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 46 Programs
% match to course practice profileAvoid big numbers, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Precision 3-wood shots, for a 1-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Achieve distance accuracy, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
12 Week Flagship Program for Pelican Waters Golf Club
A complete and progressive long-term development curriculum mapped from easier to harder drills, specifically for Pelican Waters Golf Club. 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 · 6 ft (2m) only
Control Every 6 Ft Putt
Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 17.0
Short Game · Sand
Check your clubface: does it match your target?
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Driving Range · Woods (Hy,5W,3W)
Control 3-Wood Roll
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Putting · 9 ft (3m) only
Pace Putts To Hole
Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 17.0
Short Game · Flop
Hit Flop & Avoid Big Numbers
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Driving Range · Driver
Control Driver Ball Flight
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Putting · 9 ft (3m) only
Align Stroke For Every 9 Foot Putt
Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 12.0
Short Game · Bump'n'Run
Make Par Around the Green
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Driving Range · Long irons (4,3,2)
Control Long Iron Flight
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Save par on approaches, for a 17-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Advanced fairway accuracy, for a 1-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
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Get StartedMaintain posture, for a 12-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Match plan to shot, for a 14-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Save par, for a 24-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Up-and-down contest, for a 25-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Improve accuracy, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Control 3-wood roll, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Hit fairways consistently, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Practice uphill and downhill putts, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Feel the green, for a 22-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Thread the needle, for a 26-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Match plan to shot, for a 19-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Eliminate hooks, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
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Get personalized coaching and custom training programs tailored to your game.
Get StartedAdvanced accuracy, for a 1-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Hit close to flag, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Practice long putts for distance control, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Chip close, for a 19-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Stop on a dime, for a 26-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Save par clutch, for a 25-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Control driver distance, for a 6-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Control wedge rollout, for a 10-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Use a short swing, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Land 2 feet from pin, for a 4-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Land 2 feet away, for a 1-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Avoid fat or thin shots, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
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Get personalized coaching and custom training programs tailored to your game.
Get StartedControl long iron spin, for a 28-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Hit every fairway, for a 13-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Control rollout, for a 27-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Visualize the line, for a 29-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Land inside 2 feet, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Advanced accuracy, for a 1-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Hit fairways consistently, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Control flight path, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Position feet correctly, for a 12-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Align eyes over the ball, for a 11-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Get square, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Match plan to shot, for a 15-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Unlock Your Golf Potential
Get personalized coaching and custom training programs tailored to your game.
Get StartedPinpoint chips, for a 17-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Stop missing greens, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Reduce misses, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Maximize control, for a 1-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Prepare for Tournaments at Pelican Waters 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 Pelican Waters Golf Club
Get answers to common questions about playing Pelican Waters Golf Club and what to expect.
How difficult is Pelican Waters Golf Club for mid-handicap golfers?
Players often find Pelican Waters Golf Club technically exacting. A slope rating of 136.0 suggests a moderately demanding round. The course rating of 72.5 reflects on scoring relative to par 72.
What tees should a 15 handicap play at Pelican Waters Golf Club?
A 15 handicap golfer should consider tees closer to 6288 yards. The back tees extend to 6878.0 yards, which makes approach shots longer and scoring more challenging.
What is considered a good score at Pelican Waters Golf Club?
With a course rating of 72.5 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 Pelican Waters Golf Club and how does yardage affect play?
Measuring 6878.0 yards at maximum length, distance control plays a central role in scoring.
What type of course is Pelican Waters Golf Club and how should I play it?
Pelican Waters Golf Club 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 Pelican Waters Golf Club strategically challenging?
The combination of a slope rating of 136.0 and yardage reaching 6878.0 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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