Focus on ball roll and finish position, for a 1-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Putting~18 min0 HCP3 drills
Distance Control49%
Visualization36%
Dispersion15%
Practice Programs
Complete Golf Practice Blueprint for Rarotonga Golf Club
Discover tailored practice programs for this course.
Total Programs
11
11 complete programs built for this course
Unique Drills
66
Total unique drills across all programs
Skill Pillars
11
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+5 more
Rarotonga Practice Profile
We've mapped a comprehensive practice profile for Rarotonga, 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 29%Precision 22%Scoring 21%Dispersion 18%Visualization 8%
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.
15.9
Average HCP
6.5
Minimum HCP
35
Maximum HCP
Top Drills
Featured Drills for Rarotonga
Most-used drills from for this course. Practice as standalone drills or scroll down for full programs.
![Diagram for Stop the Ball: to the Stick, in a Row [Long]](https://cdn.prod.website-files.com/65d60f76badcce181f11dc50/66588cd97597181cc748d4de_Slide32.PNG)
Putting18 min
Stop the Ball: to the Stick, in a Row [Long]
Stop 5 balls in a row past the hole and short of an alignment stick.
Short Game26 min
Sand | Scattered Piles | 9 Stop Zones
Up to 5 players compete to stop a sand shot in the stop zone(s). The player with the most points at the end wins the challenge. One bucket of balls per player is needed.
Driving Range31 min
Long irons (4,3,2) | Around the Stick
Curve the ball around the alignment stick using using long irons only. Hit one bucket of ~50 balls.
Short Game26 min
Sand | Perpendicular Ball Lines | Multiple Targets
Align a bucket of balls in the sand (avg. bucket is 40 balls) into 2 perpendicular lines 20 balls per line and stop sand shots close to multiple targets. Count the number of successes.
Short Game26 min
Flop | Perpendicular Ball Lines | Multiple Targets
Align a bucket of balls (avg. bucket is 40 balls) into 2 perpendicular lines 20 balls per line and stop flop shots close to multiple targets. Count the number of successes.
![Diagram for Stop the Ball: to the Stick, Eyes Closed [Long]](https://cdn.prod.website-files.com/65d60f76badcce181f11dc50/665b4469ca4087c9c11b4297_Slide91.PNG)
Putting18 min
Stop the Ball: to the Stick, Eyes Closed [Long]
Stop the ball between the hole and an alignment stick with your eyes closed.
Course Details
Everything you need to know about Rarotonga.
Contact Information
📞
Phone
+44 (0)1250 872622
📠
Fax
+44 (0) 1250 872622
✉️Email
manager.rarotonga@nzgolf.net
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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
Pokoinu Tapere
Course Information
Holes
18
Par
70
Type
Parkland
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Programs
Skill-Based Practice Programs for Rarotonga
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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% match to course practice profileVary landing spot, for a 19-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game23-26 min19 HCP8 drills
Distance Control35%
Aim17%
Dispersion15%
Land near the pin, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min17 HCP9 drills
Scoring34%
Accuracy32%
Precision11%
Center green hits, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Driving Range~31 min17 HCP5 drills
Dispersion33%
Precision17%
Scoring16%
14 Week Flagship Program for Rarotonga
A complete and progressive long-term development curriculum mapped from easier to harder drills, specifically for Rarotonga. 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 · Long (20+ ft)
Make Every 20+ Ft Putt
Difficulty: Expert · Program HCP 0.0
Weeks 1–3≤ 7 days
Short Game · Flop
Can you stop the ball close from a tight lie?
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 23.0
Weeks 3–4≤ 5 days
Short Game · Mixed
Can you stop the ball on a dime? Distance control test
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 20.0
Weeks 5–6≤ 7 days
Short Game · Sand
Feel the distance: bunker to different targets and control your rollout
Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 19.0
Weeks 7–8≤ 7 days
Short Game · Flop
Pinpoint your flops: leave yourself a tap-in every time
Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 19.0
Weeks 8–10≤ 7 days
Short Game · Bump'n'Run
Save Par From Fringe
Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 17.0
Weeks 11–12≤ 7 days
Driving Range · Woods (Hy,5W,3W)
Control the height: launch it high or low as needed
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 23.0
Weeks 12–13≤ 5 days
Driving Range · Long irons (4,3,2)
Center of the green: reduce spread on irons
Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 17.0
Week 14≤ 4 days
Driving Range · Mid irons (7,6,5)
Challenge: eliminate off-target mid iron shots
Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 17.0
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Center green hits, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Driving Range30-31 min17 HCP4 drills
Dispersion40%
Precision23%
Distance Control21%
Stop close from tight lie, for a 24-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Short Game~26 min23 HCP8 drills
Distance Control29%
Alignment23%
Precision22%
Can you stop the ball close from the sand?
Short Game~26 min15 HCP7 drills
Distance Control33%
Precision24%
Dispersion13%
Stop on a dime, for a 20-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Short Game~26 min20 HCP5 drills
Scoring45%
Distance Control32%
Visualization23%
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Get StartedPinpoint flops, for a 19-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min19 HCP7 drills
Precision31%
Dispersion18%
Distance Control16%
Perfect woods arc, for a 23-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Driving Range~31 min23 HCP7 drills
Trajectory27%
Precision24%
Mechanics19%
Precision from 200 yards, for a 1-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Driving Range30-31 min0 HCP6 drills
Scoring29%
Precision20%
Trajectory13%
2026
Prepare for Tournaments at Rarotonga
Follow a complete multi-week structured practice program ahead of the upcoming events and arrive prepared.
Cook Islands
Rarotonga Amateur Open
6/24/2026
Stroke
WAGR
All Ages
men
Open for registration
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Rarotonga Amateur Open
6/24/2026
Stroke
WAGR
All Ages
women
Open for registration
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Frequently Asked Questions about Rarotonga
Get answers to common questions about playing Rarotonga and what to expect.
How difficult is Rarotonga for mid-handicap golfers?
Rarotonga is regarded as a strategically complex layout. The 120 slope rating keeps it accessible for developing players. The course rating of 70 reflects on scoring relative to par 70.
What tees should a 15 handicap play at Rarotonga?
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 Rarotonga?
With a course rating of 70 and par 70, a mid-handicap golfer would typically score in the mid to high 80s. Stronger players aiming to break 70 must manage approach shots and avoid penalty strokes.
How long is Rarotonga and how does yardage affect play?
At a full length of 6500 yards, it balances distance with positional strategy.
What type of course is Rarotonga 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 Rarotonga 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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