Square the putter face, for a 12-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Practice Programs
Complete Golf Practice Blueprint for St Lucia
Discover tailored practice programs for this course.
Total Programs
23
23 complete programs built for this course
Unique Drills
122
Total unique drills across all programs
Skill Pillars
11
Accuracy · Aim · Alignment · Dispersion · Distance Control · Mechanics
Session Durations
6
3 days , 4 days , 6 days , 7 days , 8 days , 9 days
St Lucia Practice Profile
We've mapped a comprehensive practice profile for St Lucia, 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
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.
Top Drills
Featured Drills for St Lucia
Most-used drills from for this course. Practice as standalone drills or scroll down for full programs.
Putting Aid: String Line, 50 in a Row
Make 50 putts in a row, underneath the hanging string line.
Flop | Deep Rough and Other | Flat
Hit flop shot two buckets of balls (avg. bucket is 40 balls) from the flat deep rough and other extreme grass types.
All Wedges (LW to PW) | Weaknesses Discovery
Discover weaknesses amongst wedges shots and clubs to avoid in critical situations. Hit one bucket of ~50 balls.
Putting Aid: Chalk Line, 50 in Row
Make 50 putts in a row over the chalk starting line.
Flop | Deep Rough and Other | Flat
Up to 5 players hit flop shot two buckets of balls (avg. bucket is 40 balls) from the flat deep rough and other extreme grass types.
Flop | Perpendicular Piles | Quadrants
Up to 5 players compete to stop a flop shot inside the quadrant(s). The player with the most points wins the challenge. One bucket of balls per player is needed.
Course Details
Everything you need to know about St Lucia.
Contact Information
Phone
+44 (0)1250 872622
Fax
+44 (0) 1250 872622
ENQUIRIES@STLUCIAGOLFLINKS.COM.AU
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Facilities
Location
St Lucia QLD 4067, Australia
Course Description
One of Brisbane's largest venues, award winning Hillstone St Lucia offers absolute flexibility in catering for all types of events from 10 to 800 guests. Located only 10 minutes from Brisbane's CBD, the venue features beautiful Queensland architecture, modern facilities and impressive views over the surrounding parkland and golf course. The function venue has three function rooms (without columns), and is a traditional-styled venue offering outdoor terraces off all rooms, with an abundance of natural light and fresh air. With an extensive range of menus, the Hillstone St Lucia team works with clients to tailor a menu to specific function requirements and to ensure individual needs are catered for.
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Course Information
Holes
18
Par
69
Type
Parkland
Opened
1985
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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 St Lucia, all within a single responsive scorecard.
Scorecard data available for 49003, USGA, Red, Women
49003, USGA, Red, Men Tee
Gender: Male
Front Nine · CR 31.1 · BR 40.1 · Slope 97
Back Nine · CR 32.5 · BR 42.2 · Slope 104
| 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 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 3 | 4 | 32 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 34 | 66 |
| Handicap | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| Yardage | 411 | 154 | 149 | 254 | 287 | 458 | 244 | 122 | 265 | 2344 | 369 | 162 | 316 | 271 | 392 | 385 | 167 | 324 | 261 | 2647 | 4991 |
49003, USGA, White, Men Tee
Gender: Male
Front Nine · CR 33.6 · BR 44.1 · Slope 113
Back Nine · CR 33.9 · BR 44.6 · Slope 115
| 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 | 4 | 5 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 35 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 34 | 69 |
| Handicap | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| Yardage | 422 | 166 | 255 | 329 | 317 | 476 | 328 | 128 | 395 | 2816 | 408 | 182 | 390 | 332 | 400 | 402 | 178 | 344 | 314 | 2950 | 5766 |
49003, USGA, Red, Women Tee
Gender: Female
Front Nine · CR 33.3 · BR 46.0 · Slope 108
Back Nine · CR 34.8 · BR 49.0 · Slope 120
| Hole | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | IN | 10 | 11 | 12 | 13 | 14 | 15 | 16 | 17 | 18 | OUT | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Par | 5 | 3 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 5 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 35 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 34 | 69 |
| Handicap | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| Yardage | 411 | 154 | 149 | 254 | 287 | 458 | 244 | 122 | 265 | 2344 | 369 | 162 | 316 | 271 | 392 | 385 | 167 | 324 | 261 | 2647 | 4991 |
49003, USGA, White, Women Tee
Gender: Female
Front Nine · CR 36.2 · BR 51.0 · Slope 126
Back Nine · CR 36.9 · BR 52.0 · Slope 128
| Hole | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | IN | 10 | 11 | 12 | 13 | 14 | 15 | 16 | 17 | 18 | OUT | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Par | 5 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 5 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 36 | 5 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 5 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 36 | 72 |
| Handicap | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| Yardage | 422 | 166 | 255 | 329 | 317 | 476 | 328 | 128 | 395 | 2816 | 408 | 182 | 390 | 332 | 400 | 402 | 178 | 344 | 314 | 2950 | 5766 |
Programs
Skill-Based Practice Programs for St Lucia
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 23 Programs
% match to course practice profileStick flops to green, for a 16-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Stop 2 feet away, for a 3-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Center green hits, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
14 Week Flagship Program for St Lucia
A complete and progressive long-term development curriculum mapped from easier to harder drills, specifically for St Lucia. 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.
Putting · 3 ft (1m) only
Practice 3 Ft Putts For Consistency
Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 17.0
Putting · 3 ft (1m) only
Reduce Short Misses Through Alignment
Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 12.0
Short Game · Bump'n'Run
Keep Ball Close To Hole
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Short Game · Pitch
Turn pitches into birdie looks—score from the fairway
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 24.0
Short Game · Flop
Feet, hips, shoulders—are you set up for a high soft shot?
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 23.0
Short Game · Bump'n'Run
Thread the gap: precision Bump'n'Runs to a tight pin
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 22.0
Driving Range · Woods (Hy,5W,3W)
Feet, hips, shoulders—get it right for consistent contact
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Driving Range · Mid irons (7,6,5)
Mid-Iron Distance Control 150–180 Yards
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Driving Range · Long irons (4,3,2)
Stop Missing Greens With Long Irons
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Eliminate wild misses, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Unlock Your Golf Potential
Get personalized coaching and custom training programs tailored to your game.
Get StartedRoll the ball low and straight, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Open up and fly, for a 23-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Turn into birdies, for a 24-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Eliminate off-target wedges, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Perfect woods swing, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Focus on alignment, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Pitch close, for a 16-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Pinpoint pitches, for a 17-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Turn into par saves, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Precision short irons, for a 1-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Control trajectory, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Precision 3-wood shots, for a 1-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Unlock Your Golf Potential
Get personalized coaching and custom training programs tailored to your game.
Get StartedDial in aim, for a 21-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Challenge limits, for a 23-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Save par clutch, for a 20-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Control distance 150-180, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Achieve distance consistency, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Control flight, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Prepare for Tournaments at St Lucia
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 Lucia
Get answers to common questions about playing St Lucia and what to expect.
How difficult is St Lucia for mid-handicap golfers?
Players often find St Lucia technically exacting. The 127.0 slope rating keeps it accessible for developing players. The course rating of 73.1 reflects on scoring relative to par 69.
What tees should a 15 handicap play at St Lucia?
A 15 handicap golfer should consider tees closer to 5378 yards. The back tees extend to 5766.0 yards, which makes approach shots longer and scoring more challenging.
What is considered a good score at St Lucia?
With a course rating of 73.1 and par 69, a mid-handicap golfer would typically score in the mid to high 80s. Stronger players aiming to break 69 must manage approach shots and avoid penalty strokes.
How long is St Lucia and how does yardage affect play?
At a full length of 5766.0 yards, it emphasizes accuracy and wedge play.
What type of course is St Lucia 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 St Lucia strategically challenging?
The combination of a slope rating of 127.0 and yardage reaching 5766.0 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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