Trust your read, for a 11-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Putting15-18 min11 HCP5 drills
Aim39%
Scoring16%
Alignment14%
Practice Programs
Complete Golf Practice Blueprint for Southland Golf Club
Discover tailored practice programs for this course.
Total Programs
17
17 complete programs built for this course
Unique Drills
80
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
Southland Practice Profile
We've mapped a comprehensive practice profile for Southland, 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 29%Distance Control 22%Accuracy 19%Aim 14%Precision 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.
17.9
Average HCP
9.4
Minimum HCP
31.2
Maximum HCP
Top Drills
Featured Drills for Southland
Most-used drills from for this course. Practice as standalone drills or scroll down for full programs.
Putting18 min
Putting Aid: Plane Board, Ball Gate, 15/25
Make 15 out of 25 putts through the ball gate, using plane board.
Short Game26 min
Chip | 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, one bucket with balls below feet level.
Driving Range31 min
Mid irons (7,6,5) | PAR 3 Challenge
Complete the PAR 3 Challenge using mid irons only. Hit one bucket of ~50 balls.
Driving Range31 min
All irons (9 to 2) | Club Swapping Challenge
Complete the Club Swapping Challenge using irons only. Hit one bucket of ~50 balls.
Driving Range31 min
Mid irons (7,6,5) | Birdie-Par-Bogey Radius
Use mid irons only to land the ball inside the radius. Hit one bucket of ~50 balls. Keep the score relative to PAR.
Short Game26 min
Bump-n-Run | Perpendicular Piles | Bullseye 2x
Up to 5 players compete to stop a bump-n-run shot in the bullseye. The best final score relative to PAR wins the challenge. One bucket of balls per player is needed.
Course Details
Everything you need to know about Southland.
Contact Information
📞
Phone
+44 (0)1250 872622
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Fax
+44 (0) 1250 872622
✉️Email
oretisands@xtra.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
254 Sandy Point Road
Course Description
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Course Information
Holes
18
Par
72
Type
Links
Architect
Greg Turner & Scott Macpherson
Opened
1971
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Programs
Skill-Based Practice Programs for Southland
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 17 Programs
% match to course practice profileRoll to tap-in range, for a 3-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Short Game~26 min3 HCP4 drills
Distance Control45%
Trajectory19%
Precision15%
Set up for high shot, for a 26-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Short Game~26 min26 HCP8 drills
Alignment31%
Distance Control19%
Scoring18%
Stick to mid iron line, for a 11-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Driving Range~31 min10 HCP6 drills
Distance Control27%
Accuracy24%
Scoring19%
12 Week Flagship Program for Southland
A complete and progressive long-term development curriculum mapped from easier to harder drills, specifically for Southland. 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.
Weeks 1–2≤ 5 days
Putting · 6 ft (2m) only
Focus Aim For 6 Foot Putts
Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 11.0
Weeks 2–3≤ 6 days
Short Game · Chip
Up-and-Down Contest
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 32.0
Weeks 3–4≤ 4 days
Short Game · Bump'n'Run
Get your feet, hips, and clubface working together for pure contact
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 30.0
Weeks 4–6≤ 7 days
Short Game · Flop
Open up and let it fly: alignment for flop shots
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 26.0
Weeks 6–8≤ 7 days
Short Game · Chip
Check Setup: Feet Hips Shoulders
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 25.0
Weeks 8–9≤ 5 days
Short Game · Bump'n'Run
Save Par from Fringe
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 24.0
Weeks 9–10≤ 3 days
Driving Range · Long irons (4,3,2)
Feet, hips, shoulders—consistent contact every time
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Weeks 10–11≤ 5 days
Driving Range · Wedges (LW,SW,GW,PW)
Wedge Distance Control Inside 100 Yards
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Weeks 11–12≤ 3 days
Driving Range · Driver
Driver Distance Consistency 200+ Yards
Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 17.0
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Control flight path, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Driving Range~31 min17 HCP3 drills
Scoring27%
Dispersion20%
Precision17%
Turn into birdies, for a 32-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Short Game~26 min32 HCP6 drills
Scoring30%
Aim28%
Alignment19%
Save par, for a 25-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Short Game~26 min24 HCP5 drills
Scoring30%
Accuracy28%
Alignment15%
Test your setup, for a 31-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Short Game~26 min30 HCP4 drills
Alignment28%
Distance Control24%
Precision18%
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Get StartedSave par consistently, for a 17-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min17 HCP9 drills
Scoring37%
Accuracy27%
Green Reading11%
See the shot, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min17 HCP3 drills
Scoring30%
Visualization22%
Accuracy18%
Match clubface, for a 25-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Short Game~26 min25 HCP7 drills
Alignment31%
Accuracy23%
Distance Control22%
Control distance inside 100, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Driving Range~31 min35 HCP5 drills
Precision25%
Mechanics18%
Trajectory17%
Improve accuracy, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Driving Range30-43 min17 HCP5 drills
Distance Control31%
Scoring24%
Trajectory18%
Avoid hooks and slices, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Driving Range~31 min35 HCP3 drills
Mechanics45%
Precision30%
Trajectory25%
Advanced accuracy, for a 1-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Driving Range31-43 min0 HCP6 drills
Scoring35%
Distance Control20%
Accuracy18%
Maximize in regulation, for a 1-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Driving Range~31 min0 HCP5 drills
Scoring27%
Distance Control21%
Accuracy14%
Hit greens with long irons, for a 1-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Driving Range~31 min0 HCP3 drills
Dispersion25%
Distance Control23%
Accuracy23%
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Prepare for Tournaments at Southland
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 Southland
Get answers to common questions about playing Southland and what to expect.
How difficult is Southland for mid-handicap golfers?
From a scoring perspective, Southland challenges consistency. The 120 slope rating keeps it accessible for developing players. The course rating of 70 reflects on scoring relative to par 72.
What tees should a 15 handicap play at Southland?
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 Southland?
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 Southland and how does yardage affect play?
At a full length of 6500 yards, it balances distance with positional strategy.
What type of course is Southland and how should I play it?
Architecturally, it reflects a Links 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 Southland 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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