Practice Programs

Complete Golf Practice Blueprint for South Head Golf Club

Discover tailored practice programs for this course.

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Total Programs

15 complete programs built for this course

Unique Drills

Total unique drills across all programs

Skill Pillars

Accuracy · Aim · Alignment · Dispersion · Distance Control · Mechanics

Session Durations

3 days , 4 days , 5 days , 6 days , 7 days , 8 days , 9 days

AccuracyAimAlignmentDispersionDistance ControlMechanics+5 more

South Head Practice Profile

We've mapped a comprehensive practice profile for South Head, 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

Precision 27%Scoring 21%Mechanics 18%Aim 16%Trajectory 16%

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.

22.7

Average HCP

14.9

Minimum HCP

35.1

Maximum HCP

Top Drills

Featured Drills for South Head

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 | Fairway | Above/Below Feet

Hit bump-n-run two buckets of balls (avg. bucket is 40 balls) from the sloped fairway; one bucket with balls above feet level, and one bucket with balls below feet level.

Driving Range31 min

Mid irons (7,6,5) | Takeaway

Work only on takeaway using mid irons only. Hit one bucket of ~50 balls.

Putting30 min

Putting Aid: Chalk Line, 50 in Row

Make 50 putts in a row over the chalk starting line.

Putting30 min

Putting Aid: Alignment Sticks, Ball Gate, 50 in a Row

Make 50 putts in a row from in between two alignment sticks and through the ball gate.

Driving Range31 min

Mid irons (7,6,5) | Impact and Follow Through

Work only on 'impact and follow through' using mid irons only. Hit one bucket of ~50 balls.

Course Details

Everything you need to know about South Head.

Contact Information

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Phone

+44 (0)1250 872622

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Fax

+44 (0) 1250 872622

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southhead@golf.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

1640 South Head Road

Course Information

Holes

Par

Type

Parkland

Architect

Jack Eccles

Opened

1969

Conditions

Green: Kikuyu

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Programs

Skill-Based Practice Programs for South Head

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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Hit Center Of Cup From 3 Feet

Position feet correctly, for a 12-handicap player, ~15 minutes.

Putting18-30 min12 HCP3 drills

Alignment37%

Aim22%

Stroke13%

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Hit Center Of Cup From 3 Feet

Square the putter face, for a 12-handicap player, ~15 minutes.

Putting18-30 min12 HCP3 drills

Alignment37%

Aim22%

Stroke13%

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See Shot Before Hit

See the shot, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.

Short Game~26 min17 HCP4 drills

Scoring34%

Accuracy22%

Visualization22%

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Land 2 Feet From Hole

Sand from deep bunkers, for a 5-handicap player, ~10 minutes.

Short Game~26 min5 HCP8 drills

Aim20%

Dispersion19%

Distance Control18%

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11 Week Flagship Program for South Head

A complete and progressive long-term development curriculum mapped from easier to harder drills, specifically for South Head. 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 · 3 ft (1m) only

Hit Center Of Cup From 3 Feet

Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 12.0

Weeks 1–2≤ 3 days

Putting · 3 ft (1m) only

Hit Center Of Cup From 3 Feet

Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 12.0

Weeks 2–4≤ 7 days

Short Game · Chip

Stop Chips Near Hole

Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 34.0

Weeks 4–5≤ 5 days

Short Game · Bump'n'Run

Feel the green—leave every Bump'n'Run inside the safe zone

Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 17.0

Week 6≤ 4 days

Short Game · Bump'n'Run

See Shot Before Hit

Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 17.0

Week 7≤ 4 days

Driving Range · Mid irons (7,6,5)

Check your setup: avoid fat or thin shots

Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0

Week 8≤ 4 days

Driving Range · Short irons (9,8)

Check your setup: avoid slices and hooks

Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0

Weeks 9–10≤ 6 days

Driving Range · Long irons (4,3,2)

Eliminate Hook With Long Irons

Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0

Weeks 10–11≤ 4 days

Driving Range · Mid irons (7,6,5)

Perfect your swing: mechanics for mid iron success

Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0

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Check your setup: avoid fat or thin shots

Perfect mid iron swing, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.

Driving Range~31 min35 HCP4 drills

Mechanics45%

Precision30%

Trajectory25%

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Stop Missing 3-Wood Fairways

Control 3-wood dispersion, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.

Driving Range~31 min35 HCP7 drills

Precision26%

Mechanics19%

Trajectory14%

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Feel the green—leave every Bump'n'Run inside the safe zone

Control rollout, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.

Short Game~26 min17 HCP5 drills

Distance Control41%

Dispersion15%

Scoring14%

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Stop Chips Near Hole

Chip to the green, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.

Short Game23-26 min34 HCP9 drills

Alignment24%

Aim23%

Distance Control19%

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Flop 20–30 Yds Over Hazard

Stick flops to green, for a 15-handicap player, ~15 minutes.

Short Game~26 min15 HCP4 drills

Precision21%

Distance Control21%

Trajectory14%

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How many can you leave inside 5 feet?

Pitch close, for a 15-handicap player, ~15 minutes.

Short Game~26 min15 HCP5 drills

Accuracy32%

Scoring26%

Aim17%

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Eliminate Hook With Long Irons

Eliminate hooks, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.

Driving Range~31 min35 HCP6 drills

Precision31%

Mechanics23%

Aim14%

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Perfect your swing: mechanics for mid iron success

Perfect mid iron swing, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.

Driving Range~31 min35 HCP4 drills

Mechanics45%

Precision30%

Trajectory25%

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Improve Long Iron Accuracy

Reduce misses, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.

Driving Range~31 min17 HCP3 drills

Distance Control25%

Trajectory22%

Scoring20%

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Check your setup: avoid slices and hooks

Perfect short iron swing, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.

Driving Range~31 min35 HCP4 drills

Mechanics45%

Precision29%

Trajectory26%

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Tighten your wedges: keep within 2 yards

Eliminate off-target wedges, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.

Driving Range30-43 min17 HCP4 drills

Scoring34%

Dispersion33%

Precision17%

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Prepare for Tournaments at South Head

Follow a complete multi-week structured practice program ahead of the upcoming events and arrive prepared.

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FAQ

Frequently Asked Questions about South Head

Get answers to common questions about playing South Head and what to expect.

How difficult is South Head for mid-handicap golfers?

Players often find South Head technically exacting. The 120 slope rating keeps it accessible for developing players. The course rating of 70 reflects on scoring relative to par 73.

What tees should a 15 handicap play at South Head?

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 South Head?

With a course rating of 70 and par 73, a mid-handicap golfer would typically score in the mid to high 80s. Stronger players aiming to break 73 must manage approach shots and avoid penalty strokes.

How long is South Head and how does yardage affect play?

At a full length of 6500 yards, it balances distance with positional strategy.

What type of course is South Head 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 South Head 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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