Practice uphill and downhill putts, for a 1-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Putting~18 min0 HCP6 drills
Distance Control31%
Visualization31%
Dispersion22%
Practice Programs
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Total Programs
14
14 complete programs built for this course
Unique Drills
75
Total unique drills across all programs
Skill Pillars
10
Accuracy · Aim · Alignment · Dispersion · Distance Control · Mechanics
Session Durations
7
3 days , 4 days , 5 days , 6 days , 7 days , 8 days , 9 days
AccuracyAimAlignmentDispersionDistance ControlMechanics+4 more
Royal Harare Practice Profile
We've mapped a comprehensive practice profile for Royal Harare, 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 25%Precision 25%Distance Control 20%Trajectory 15%Mechanics 12%
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.
21.1
Average HCP
13.9
Minimum HCP
35.4
Maximum HCP
Top Drills
Featured Drills for Royal Harare
Most-used drills from for this course. Practice as standalone drills or scroll down for full programs.
![Diagram for Stop the Ball: Circle, in a Row [Long]](https://cdn.prod.website-files.com/65d60f76badcce181f11dc50/665889fa873430f527142a73_Slide24.PNG)
Putting18 min
Stop the Ball: Circle, in a Row [Long]
Eliminate long distance misses by stopping 5 balls inside the circle, in a row.
Short Game26 min
Chip | Parallel Ball Lines | Bullseye 2x
Align a bucket of balls (avg. bucket is 40 balls) into 2 parallel lines 20 balls per line and stop chip shots inside the Bullseye. Count the number of balls in the inner and outer Bullseye.
Driving Range31 min
Long irons (4,3,2) | Takeaway
Work only on takeaway using long irons only. Hit one bucket of ~50 balls.
Driving Range31 min
Long irons (4,3,2) | Downswing
Work only on downswing using long irons only. Hit one bucket of ~50 balls.
Driving Range31 min
Long irons (4,3,2) | Backswing
Work only on backswing using long irons only. Hit one bucket of ~50 balls.
![Diagram for Stop the Ball: Inside the Field, in a Row [Long]](https://cdn.prod.website-files.com/65d60f76badcce181f11dc50/6658863b3c0035ec4a158e8e_Slide16.PNG)
Putting18 min
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 Royal Harare.
Contact Information
📞
Phone
+44 (0)1250 872622
📠
Fax
+44 (0) 1250 872622
✉️Email
ianm@royalharare.co.zw
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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
5th Street Extension
Map not available
Course Description
Royal Harare Golf Club is a historic golf facility located in Harare, Zimbabwe. The club offers a championship golf course, driving range, and a range of member facilities including caddies and cart hire, golf course tours, and a pro shop, supported by an on-site management team and hospitality services. It hosts various golf events and memberships geared toward both local and visiting players, with contact information and location serving as a hub for the Harare golf community.
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Course Information
Holes
18
Par
72
Type
Parkland
Architect
R- Nick Price/Steve Smyers
Opened
1901
Google Reviews
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Programs
Skill-Based Practice Programs for Royal Harare
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 profileStick chips near hole, for a 17-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min17 HCP9 drills
Scoring21%
Distance Control20%
Accuracy17%
Work together for contact, for a 29-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Short Game~26 min29 HCP9 drills
Alignment33%
Distance Control24%
Scoring12%
Advantage from tee, for a 9-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Driving Range30-31 min9 HCP8 drills
Scoring32%
Precision15%
Trajectory13%
14 Week Flagship Program for Royal Harare
A complete and progressive long-term development curriculum mapped from easier to harder drills, specifically for Royal Harare. 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.
Weeks 1–2≤ 6 days
Putting · Long (20+ ft)
Make Every 20+ Ft Putt
Difficulty: Expert · Program HCP 0.0
Weeks 2–3≤ 4 days
Short Game · Flop
Can you fly it over the bunker and stop it close?
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Weeks 3–5≤ 7 days
Short Game · Bump'n'Run
How straight can you roll it? Test your setup
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 29.0
Weeks 5–7≤ 7 days
Short Game · Chip
Stick Chip Close To Hole
Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 17.0
Week 8≤ 3 days
Driving Range · Long irons (4,3,2)
Check your setup: avoid hooks and slices
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Weeks 8–9≤ 4 days
Driving Range · Long irons (4,3,2)
Eliminate Hook With Long Irons
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Weeks 9–11≤ 7 days
Driving Range · Short irons (9,8)
Thread the gap: precision short irons to the pin
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Weeks 11–13≤ 7 days
Driving Range · Long irons (4,3,2)
Control the spin: height and roll as needed
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 29.0
Weeks 13–14≤ 4 days
Driving Range · Wedges (LW,SW,GW,PW)
Challenge: eliminate off-target wedge shots
Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 17.0
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Consistent long iron contact, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Driving Range~31 min35 HCP3 drills
Mechanics45%
Precision30%
Trajectory25%
Land 3-4 feet away, for a 16-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min16 HCP3 drills
Accuracy24%
Distance Control23%
Aim15%
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Get StartedThread the gap, for a 13-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min13 HCP3 drills
Distance Control30%
Precision26%
Trajectory19%
Fly over bunker, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Short Game~26 min35 HCP4 drills
Aim33%
Alignment28%
Scoring22%
Turn into birdies, for a 17-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min17 HCP9 drills
Scoring37%
Aim18%
Alignment12%
Stop missing greens, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Driving Range~31 min35 HCP4 drills
Mechanics34%
Precision31%
Trajectory19%
Draw or fade long irons, for a 29-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Driving Range~31 min29 HCP7 drills
Trajectory30%
Precision22%
Mechanics19%
Leave tap-ins, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Driving Range~31 min35 HCP7 drills
Precision34%
Mechanics19%
Scoring14%
Center green hits, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Driving Range30-43 min17 HCP4 drills
Scoring34%
Dispersion33%
Precision17%
Set up par or better, for a 6-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Driving Range~31 min6 HCP5 drills
Distance Control26%
Scoring25%
Trajectory20%
2026
Prepare for Tournaments at Royal Harare
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Zimbabwe
Dugmore Trophy
3/7/2026
Stroke
WAGR
All Ages
women
Open for registration
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Dugmore Trophy
3/7/2026
Stroke
WAGR
All Ages
men
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Mawegu Amateur
3/28/2026
Stroke
WAGR
All Ages
men
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Mawegu Amateur
3/28/2026
Stroke
WAGR
All Ages
women
Open for registration
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Midwest Junior Golf Tour Lincoln Greens Invitational
4/10/2026
Tournament
Midwest Junior Golf Tour Lincoln Greens Invitational
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Open for registration
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Mashonaland East Amateur
4/18/2026
Stroke
WAGR
All Ages
men
Open for registration
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Frequently Asked Questions about Royal Harare
Get answers to common questions about playing Royal Harare and what to expect.
How difficult is Royal Harare for mid-handicap golfers?
Royal Harare presents a demanding test. This slope level makes it manageable compared to championship venues. The course rating of 70 reflects on scoring relative to par 72.
What tees should a 15 handicap play at Royal Harare?
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 Royal Harare?
With a course rating of 70 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 Royal Harare and how does yardage affect play?
Stretching to 6500 yards from the back tees, it does not overwhelm length but rewards accuracy.
What type of course is Royal Harare and how should I play it?
The course follows a traditional Parkland design philosophy. 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 Royal Harare 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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