Pitch to the green, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Practice Programs
Complete Golf Practice Blueprint for Stewart Alexander Golf Club
Discover tailored practice programs for this course.
Total Programs
11
11 complete programs built for this course
Unique Drills
64
Total unique drills across all programs
Skill Pillars
10
Accuracy · Aim · Alignment · Dispersion · Distance Control · Mechanics
Session Durations
5
3 days , 4 days , 6 days , 7 days , 9 days
Stewart Alexander Practice Profile
We've mapped a comprehensive practice profile for Stewart Alexander, 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 Stewart Alexander
Most-used drills from for this course. Practice as standalone drills or scroll down for full programs.
Sand | Perpendicular Ball Lines | Bullseye 2x
Align a bucket of balls in the sand (avg. bucket is 40 balls) into 2 perpendicular lines 20 balls per line and stop sand shots inside Bullseye. Count the number of balls in the inner and outer Bullseye.
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.
Sand | Perpendicular Piles | Multiple Targets
Align a bucket of balls in the sand (avg. bucket is 40 balls) into 10 equal perpendicular piles of 4 balls and stop sand shots close to multiple targets. Count the number of successes.
Pitch | Perpendicular Ball Lines | Multiple Targets
Align a bucket of balls (avg. bucket is 40 balls) into 2 perpendicular lines 20 balls per line and stop pitch shots close to multiple targets. Count the number of successes.</p>
Pitch | Fairway | Flat
Hit two buckets of balls (avg. bucket is 40 balls) from the flat fairway.
Pitch | 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.
Course Details
Everything you need to know about Stewart Alexander.
Contact Information
Phone
+44 (0)1250 872622
Fax
+44 (0) 1250 872622
info@stewartalexander.co.nz
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Facilities
Location
106 Budden Road
Course Description
Stewart Alexander Golf Club is a welcoming golf club located near Te Awamatu (Pokuru), New Zealand. Nestled in a natural setting at 106 Budden Road, the club offers a well-presented course, a friendly community, and greenkeeping pride throughout the year. It emphasizes a relaxed atmosphere for players of all levels, with online tee booking and everyday staff support to enhance visits.
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Course Information
Holes
18
Par
70
Type
Parkland
Opened
1971
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Programs
Skill-Based Practice Programs for Stewart Alexander
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 11 Programs
% match to course practice profileTurn into birdies, for a 29-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Control 3-wood dispersion, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Advanced accuracy, for a 1-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
14 Week Flagship Program for Stewart Alexander
A complete and progressive long-term development curriculum mapped from easier to harder drills, specifically for Stewart Alexander. 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.
Short Game · Sand
Get Out of Bunker Safely
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Short Game · Pitch
Keep Par Safe
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Short Game · Chip
Feel Green: Control Rollout
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 29.0
Short Game · Chip
Turn Chips into Birdie Chances
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 29.0
Short Game · Sand
Thread the gap: bunker shot through a narrow landing zone
Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 18.0
Short Game · Mixed
Land 2 Feet From Hole
Difficulty: Expert · Program HCP 0.0
Driving Range · Woods (Hy,5W,3W)
Control 3-Wood Roll
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Driving Range · Wedges (LW,SW,GW,PW)
Pinpoint accuracy: leave yourself a tap-in every time
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 29.0
Driving Range · Wedges (LW,SW,GW,PW)
Tighten your wedges: keep within 2 yards
Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 17.0
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Get StartedStop on a dime, for a 29-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Short game from tough lies, for a 1-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Precision from tough lie, for a 19-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Hit from sand, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Thread the needle, for a 29-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Eliminate off-target wedges, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Maximize control, for a 1-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Prepare for Tournaments at Stewart Alexander
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 Stewart Alexander
Get answers to common questions about playing Stewart Alexander and what to expect.
How difficult is Stewart Alexander for mid-handicap golfers?
Stewart Alexander is regarded as a strategically complex layout. With a slope of 120, it remains playable for a wide handicap range. The course rating of 70 reflects on scoring relative to par 70.
What tees should a 15 handicap play at Stewart Alexander?
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 Stewart Alexander?
With a course rating of 70 and par 70, a mid-handicap golfer would typically score in the mid to high 80s. Stronger players aiming to break 70 must manage approach shots and avoid penalty strokes.
How long is Stewart Alexander 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 Stewart Alexander and how should I play it?
Stewart Alexander 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 Stewart Alexander 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.

