67% match
For 21223, USGA, Red, Women tees
Perfect aim and stroke, for a 2-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Putting15-30 min2 HCP6 drills
Scoring35%
Precision29%
Aim14%
Practice Programs
Complete Golf Practice Blueprint for Shoalhaven Heads Gc
Discover tailored practice programs for this course.
Total Programs
25
25 complete programs built for this course
Unique Drills
120
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
Shoalhaven Heads Gc Practice Profile
We've mapped a comprehensive practice profile for Shoalhaven Heads Gc, 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 31%Distance Control 21%Aim 17%Precision 14%Accuracy 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.
17.3
Average HCP
10.2
Minimum HCP
31.3
Maximum HCP
Top Drills
Featured Drills for Shoalhaven Heads Gc
Most-used drills from for this course. Practice as standalone drills or scroll down for full programs.
Putting18 min
Single Tee, 50 in a Row
Make 50 putts in a row.
Short Game26 min
Bump-n-Run | Rough | Flat
Hit bump-n-run shot two buckets of balls (avg. bucket is 40 balls) from the flat rough grass.
Driving Range31 min
Short irons (9,8) | 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 short irons only. Hit one bucket of ~50 balls.
Driving Range31 min
Short irons (9,8) | Birdie-Par-Bogey Radius
Use short irons only to land the ball inside the radius. Hit one bucket of ~50 balls. Keep the score relative to PAR.
Driving Range31 min
Short irons (9,8) | PAR 3 Challenge
Complete the PAR 3 Challenge using short irons only. Hit one bucket of ~50 balls.
Short Game26 min
Bump-n-Run | Perpendicular Ball Lines | Bullseye 2x
Align a bucket of balls next to the green (avg. bucket is 40 balls) into 2 perpendicular lines 20 balls per line and stop bump-n-run shots inside Bullseye. Count the number of balls in the inner and outer Bullseye.
Course Details
Everything you need to know about Shoalhaven Heads Gc.
Contact Information
📞
Phone
+44 (0)1250 872622
📠
Fax
+44 (0) 1250 872622
✉️Email
enquiries@theheadsgolf.com.au
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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
3 Staples St, Shoalhaven Heads NSW 2535, Australia
Course Description
Shoalhaven Heads Golf Club is a regional golf facility located on the New South Wales South Coast in Australia. The club offers an 18-hole course with additional golf-related amenities, including a Pro Shop and dining options at Links 19 Restaurant, and hosts member and visitor events, competitions, and championships. It provides information for playing policies, local rules, membership, and club activities through its website and social channels, welcoming visitors to play and engage with golf programs and club events.
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Course Information
Holes
18
Par
71
Type
Parkland
Opened
1984
Google Reviews
Business Claimed
⭐4.6(202 reviews)
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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 Shoalhaven Heads Gc, all within a single responsive scorecard.
Scorecard data available for 21223, USGA, Red, Women
Men's Tees
Women's Tees
2
21223, USGA, Blue, Men Tee
Gender: MalePar 716076 yards5556 metersCR 70.3Bogey 93.9Slope 127
Gender: Male
Front Nine · CR 34.9 · BR 46.3 · Slope 123
Back Nine · CR 35.4 · BR 47.6 · Slope 131
| Hole | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | IN | 10 | 11 | 12 | 13 | 14 | 15 | 16 | 17 | 18 | OUT | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Par | 4 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 5 | 3 | 4 | 3 | 5 | 35 | 3 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 5 | 36 | 71 |
| Handicap | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| Yardage | 312 | 168 | 394 | 432 | 478 | 124 | 358 | 208 | 499 | 2973 | 218 | 137 | 306 | 568 | 277 | 181 | 448 | 465 | 503 | 3103 | 6076 |
2
21223, USGA, White, Men Tee
Gender: MalePar 705601 yards5122 metersCR 68.1Bogey 90.4Slope 120
Gender: Male
Front Nine · CR 33.7 · BR 44.5 · Slope 116
Back Nine · CR 34.4 · BR 45.9 · Slope 124
| Hole | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | IN | 10 | 11 | 12 | 13 | 14 | 15 | 16 | 17 | 18 | OUT | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Par | 4 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 5 | 3 | 4 | 3 | 5 | 35 | 3 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 5 | 35 | 70 |
| Handicap | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| Yardage | 264 | 140 | 380 | 378 | 456 | 113 | 339 | 172 | 477 | 2719 | 198 | 127 | 296 | 533 | 249 | 163 | 410 | 421 | 485 | 2882 | 5601 |
2
21223, USGA, Red, Women Tee
Gender: FemalePar 725521 yards5048 metersCR 72.9Bogey 103.7Slope 131
Gender: Female
Front Nine · CR 36.0 · BR 50.5 · Slope 123
Back Nine · CR 36.9 · BR 53.2 · Slope 138
| Hole | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | IN | 10 | 11 | 12 | 13 | 14 | 15 | 16 | 17 | 18 | OUT | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Par | 4 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 5 | 3 | 4 | 3 | 5 | 35 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 5 | 37 | 72 |
| Handicap | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| Yardage | 298 | 154 | 378 | 358 | 419 | 120 | 339 | 177 | 419 | 2662 | 218 | 137 | 306 | 512 | 272 | 163 | 345 | 421 | 485 | 2859 | 5521 |
2
21223, USGA, Yellow, Women Tee
Gender: FemalePar 725320 yards4865 metersCR 72.3Bogey 101.9Slope 126
Gender: Female
Front Nine · CR 35.5 · BR 49.8 · Slope 121
Back Nine · CR 36.8 · BR 52.1 · Slope 130
| Hole | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | IN | 10 | 11 | 12 | 13 | 14 | 15 | 16 | 17 | 18 | OUT | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Par | 4 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 5 | 3 | 4 | 3 | 5 | 35 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 5 | 37 | 72 |
| Handicap | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| Yardage | 287 | 140 | 378 | 339 | 413 | 113 | 328 | 172 | 399 | 2569 | 198 | 127 | 296 | 503 | 249 | 152 | 336 | 410 | 480 | 2751 | 5320 |
Programs
Skill-Based Practice Programs for Shoalhaven Heads Gc
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 25 Programs
% match to course practice profile61% match
For 21223, USGA, Red, Women tees
Test your setup, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Short Game~26 min35 HCP3 drills
Alignment33%
Scoring32%
Aim15%
51% match
For 21223, USGA, Red, Women tees
Challenge limits, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min18 HCP4 drills
Aim27%
Precision24%
Distance Control18%
72% match
For 21223, USGA, Red, Women tees
Hit greens with short irons, for a 1-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Driving Range~31 min0 HCP3 drills
Scoring28%
Dispersion23%
Accuracy20%
11 Week Flagship Program for Shoalhaven Heads Gc
A complete and progressive long-term development curriculum mapped from easier to harder drills, specifically for Shoalhaven Heads Gc. Start with the basics and work your way towards more challenging drills. Commit to 11 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 · Flop
Hit Flop & Avoid Big Numbers
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Weeks 3–4≤ 4 days
Driving Range · Short irons (9,8)
Feet, hips, shoulders—consistent contact
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Weeks 4–6≤ 6 days
Putting · 3 ft (1m) only
Perfect Every 3 Ft Putt
Difficulty: Expert · Program HCP 2.0
Weeks 6–7≤ 4 days
Short Game · Bump'n'Run
Make Par Around the Green
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Weeks 7–8≤ 7 days
Driving Range · Long irons (4,3,2)
Stop Missing Greens With Long Irons
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Week 9≤ 3 days
Putting · Long (20+ ft)
Make Every 20+ Ft Putt
Difficulty: Expert · Program HCP 0.0
Weeks 9–10≤ 3 days
Short Game · Bump'n'Run
Square up and send it: perfect alignment for Bump'n'Runs
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Weeks 10–11≤ 6 days
Driving Range · Driver
Can you match your swing to the perfect trajectory?
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 24.0
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14% match
For 21223, USGA, Red, Women tees
Consistent short iron contact, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Driving Range~31 min35 HCP4 drills
Mechanics45%
Precision29%
Trajectory26%
48% match
For 21223, USGA, White, Men tees
Avoid big numbers, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Short Game25-26 min35 HCP8 drills
Aim32%
Alignment31%
Scoring21%
74% match
For 21223, USGA, White, Men tees
Focus on clean contact, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Short Game~26 min35 HCP4 drills
Aim27%
Distance Control24%
Scoring21%
62% match
For 21223, USGA, White, Men tees
Escape successfully, for a 7-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Short Game~26 min6 HCP6 drills
Distance Control24%
Dispersion21%
Precision16%
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Get Started36% match
For 21223, USGA, White, Men tees
Control flight, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Driving Range~31 min35 HCP7 drills
Precision33%
Mechanics19%
Aim16%
57% match
For 21223, USGA, White, Men tees
Precision shots, for a 0-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Driving Range30-31 minUnknown HCP3 drills
Scoring45%
Precision27%
Aim10%
57% match
For 21223, USGA, White, Men tees
Improve accuracy, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Driving Range~31 min17 HCP3 drills
Distance Control27%
Trajectory20%
Scoring20%
26% match
For 21223, USGA, Yellow, Women tees
Practice uphill and downhill putts, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Putting~18 min17 HCP3 drills
Aim38%
Alignment23%
Stroke22%
69% match
For 21223, USGA, Yellow, Women tees
Control the rollout distance, for a 17-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min17 HCP6 drills
Scoring30%
Accuracy25%
Aim21%
54% match
For 21223, USGA, Yellow, Women tees
Stick approaches, for a 16-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min16 HCP7 drills
Scoring45%
Distance Control32%
Visualization23%
62% match
For 21223, USGA, Yellow, Women tees
Stick flops to green, for a 17-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min16 HCP9 drills
Accuracy33%
Distance Control22%
Scoring17%
42% match
For 21223, USGA, Yellow, Women tees
Match swing to trajectory, for a 25-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Driving Range~31 min24 HCP6 drills
Trajectory32%
Mechanics23%
Precision19%
64% match
For 21223, USGA, Yellow, Women tees
Consistent woods length, for a 12-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Driving Range30-31 min11 HCP6 drills
Distance Control30%
Scoring20%
Accuracy19%
89% match
For 21223, USGA, Yellow, Women tees
Set up par or better, for a 13-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Driving Range~31 min13 HCP4 drills
Scoring27%
Distance Control22%
Precision17%
48% match
For 21223, USGA, Blue, Men tees
Hit putts with both left and right breaks, for a 1-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Putting~18 min0 HCP3 drills
Dispersion25%
Visualization22%
Accuracy20%
72% match
For 21223, USGA, Blue, Men tees
Save par clutch, for a 30-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Short Game~26 min30 HCP8 drills
Scoring33%
Aim28%
Distance Control12%
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Get Started67% match
For 21223, USGA, Blue, Men tees
Leave inside 5 feet, for a 13-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min13 HCP6 drills
Accuracy34%
Scoring18%
Aim16%
70% match
For 21223, USGA, Blue, Men tees
Square up, for a 31-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Short Game~26 min31 HCP9 drills
Alignment26%
Distance Control22%
Scoring21%
75% match
For 21223, USGA, Blue, Men tees
Build drive streaks, for a 6-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Driving Range30-31 min6 HCP5 drills
Scoring30%
Dispersion19%
Accuracy13%
64% match
For 21223, USGA, Blue, Men tees
Control woods rollout, for a 12-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Driving Range30-31 min11 HCP6 drills
Distance Control30%
Scoring20%
Accuracy19%
72% match
For 21223, USGA, Blue, Men tees
Hit greens with short irons, for a 1-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Driving Range~31 min0 HCP3 drills
Scoring28%
Dispersion23%
Accuracy20%
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FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions about Shoalhaven Heads Gc
Get answers to common questions about playing Shoalhaven Heads Gc and what to expect.
How difficult is Shoalhaven Heads Gc for mid-handicap golfers?
Shoalhaven Heads Gc is regarded as a strategically complex layout. This slope level makes it manageable compared to championship venues. The course rating of 70.3 reflects on scoring relative to par 71.
What tees should a 15 handicap play at Shoalhaven Heads Gc?
A 15 handicap golfer should consider tees closer to 5698 yards. The back tees extend to 6076.0 yards, which makes approach shots longer and scoring more challenging.
What is considered a good score at Shoalhaven Heads Gc?
With a course rating of 70.3 and par 71, a mid-handicap golfer would typically score in the mid to high 80s. Stronger players aiming to break 71 must manage approach shots and avoid penalty strokes.
How long is Shoalhaven Heads Gc and how does yardage affect play?
Stretching to 6076.0 yards from the back tees, distance is less of a barrier than precision.
What type of course is Shoalhaven Heads Gc 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 Shoalhaven Heads Gc strategically challenging?
The combination of a slope rating of 127.0 and yardage reaching 6076.0 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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