Repeat same distance putts to master touch, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Putting15-27 min17 HCP4 drills
Distance Control35%
Visualization25%
Dispersion23%
Practice Programs
Complete Golf Practice Blueprint for St Francis Bay Golf Club
Discover tailored practice programs for this course.
Total Programs
17
17 complete programs built for this course
Unique Drills
84
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
St Francis Bay Practice Profile
We've mapped a comprehensive practice profile for St Francis Bay, 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 27%Distance Control 26%Dispersion 16%Aim 15%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.
19
Average HCP
10.1
Minimum HCP
37.1
Maximum HCP
Top Drills
Featured Drills for St Francis Bay
Most-used drills from for this course. Practice as standalone drills or scroll down for full programs.
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Putting18 min
Stop the Ball: Circle [Long]
Stop the ball inside the circle.
Short Game26 min
Chip | Rough | Uphill/Downhill
Hit two buckets of balls (avg. bucket is 40 balls) from the sloped rough grass; one bucket from the uphill slope and one bucket from the downhill slope.
Driving Range31 min
Driver | Y Area
Hit 15 balls to each Y area using driver only. Hit one bucket of ~50 balls. Count total number of successful shots.
Driving Range31 min
Driver | 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 driver only. Hit one bucket of ~50 balls.
Short Game26 min
Sand | Scattered Piles | Multiple Targets
Up to 5 players compete to stop a sand shot closest to the multiple target(s). The player with the most points wins the challenge. One bucket of balls per player is needed.
Driving Range31 min
All irons (9 to 2) | Progressive Targets Challenge
Complete the Progressive Targets Challenge using irons only. Hit one bucket of ~50 balls.
Course Details
Everything you need to know about St Francis Bay.
Contact Information
📞
Phone
+44 (0)1250 872622
📠
Fax
+44 (0) 1250 872622
✉️Email
info@stfrancisgolf.co.za
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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
556 Lyme Road
Map not available
Course Description
St Francis Bay Golf Club is a premier golf course located in St Francis Bay, in the Eastern Cape of South Africa. The club features an 18-hole, par-71 layout fashioned from coastal estate terrain, offering ocean views and a challenging, thought-provoking design. The on-site ProShop and clubhouse support visitors with hospitality, equipment, and event spaces, while reservations and tee times can be made through the club’s booking system. Aimed at both visitors and members, the club highlights warm hospitality, a strong club spirit, and easy access for golfers exploring the Eastern Cape region.
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Course Information
Holes
18
Par
71
Type
Parkland
Architect
Robert Grimsdell/R- Maxwell Hulett
Opened
1975
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Programs
Skill-Based Practice Programs for St Francis Bay
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 profileHit putts with both left and right breaks, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Putting~18 min17 HCP3 drills
Aim38%
Alignment23%
Stroke22%
Up-and-down contest, for a 10-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min10 HCP5 drills
Scoring48%
Distance Control31%
Visualization21%
Up-and-down contest, for a 33-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Short Game~26 min32 HCP8 drills
Alignment29%
Scoring28%
Aim26%
14 Week Flagship Program for St Francis Bay
A complete and progressive long-term development curriculum mapped from easier to harder drills, specifically for St Francis Bay. 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≤ 4 days
Putting · Long (20+ ft)
Control Distance
Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 17.0
Week 2≤ 3 days
Putting · 9 ft (3m) only
Pace Putts To Hole
Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 17.0
Weeks 2–4≤ 7 days
Short Game · Sand
Sand Shot 5–15 Yds
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Weeks 4–6≤ 7 days
Short Game · Chip
Avoid Three-Putts
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 34.0
Weeks 6–8≤ 7 days
Short Game · Chip
Save Par with Clutch Chip
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 32.0
Weeks 8–10≤ 7 days
Short Game · Sand
Feel the distance: bunker to different targets and control your rollout
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 22.0
Weeks 10–12≤ 6 days
Driving Range · Long irons (4,3,2)
Control the spin: height and roll as needed
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 28.0
Week 12≤ 3 days
Driving Range · Mid irons (7,6,5)
Land it near: consistent length on approaches
Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 17.0
Weeks 13–14≤ 5 days
Driving Range · Driver
Tighten up: reduce your driver spread to a minimum
Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 17.0
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Keep within 8 yards, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Driving Range30-31 min17 HCP6 drills
Dispersion34%
Precision30%
Scoring16%
Eliminate wild misses, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Driving Range~31 min17 HCP5 drills
Dispersion31%
Precision20%
Scoring16%
Stick chips near hole, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min17 HCP4 drills
Distance Control26%
Accuracy20%
Aim18%
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Get StartedEscape safely, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Short Game25-26 min35 HCP7 drills
Distance Control24%
Aim17%
Precision16%
Avoid three-putts, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Short Game23-26 min34 HCP9 drills
Aim24%
Scoring22%
Distance Control19%
Roll to tap-in range, for a 22-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Short Game~26 min21 HCP4 drills
Scoring38%
Accuracy34%
Aim15%
Stop on a dime, for a 23-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Short Game23-26 min22 HCP8 drills
Distance Control28%
Dispersion18%
Scoring18%
Feel the distance, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min18 HCP5 drills
Distance Control32%
Alignment20%
Accuracy16%
Draw or fade long irons, for a 28-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Driving Range~31 min28 HCP6 drills
Trajectory30%
Mechanics23%
Precision19%
Consistent mid iron length, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Driving Range30-31 min17 HCP3 drills
Distance Control42%
Accuracy18%
Trajectory13%
Stick to mid iron line, for a 13-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Driving Range~31 min13 HCP5 drills
Distance Control29%
Accuracy26%
Scoring17%
Advanced fairway accuracy, for a 1-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Driving Range30-31 min0 HCP4 drills
Scoring26%
Precision23%
Dispersion16%
Precision short irons, for a 0-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Driving Range30-31 minUnknown HCP4 drills
Scoring40%
Precision24%
Dispersion13%
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Prepare for Tournaments at St Francis Bay
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 St Francis Bay
Get answers to common questions about playing St Francis Bay and what to expect.
How difficult is St Francis Bay for mid-handicap golfers?
From a scoring perspective, St Francis Bay challenges consistency. With a slope of 120, it remains playable for a wide handicap range. The course rating of 70 reflects on scoring relative to par 71.
What tees should a 15 handicap play at St Francis Bay?
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 St Francis Bay?
With a course rating of 70 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 St Francis Bay and how does yardage affect play?
Measuring 6500 yards at maximum length, scoring depends more on placement than raw power.
What type of course is St Francis Bay and how should I play it?
St Francis Bay is designed as a Parkland layout. 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 St Francis Bay 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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