78% match
For Yellow W Sept 2021 tees
Thread the gap, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min17 HCP9 drills
Precision33%
Distance Control23%
Aim17%
Practice Programs
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Total Programs
13
13 complete programs built for this course
Unique Drills
60
Total unique drills across all programs
Skill Pillars
11
Accuracy · Aim · Alignment · Dispersion · Distance Control · Mechanics
Session Durations
6
3 days , 4 days , 5 days , 7 days , 8 days , 9 days
AccuracyAimAlignmentDispersionDistance ControlMechanics+5 more
Dard'nelles Practice Profile
We've mapped a comprehensive practice profile for Dard'nelles, 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 19%Distance Control 19%Aim 19%Trajectory 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.
23.5
Average HCP
13.8
Minimum HCP
40.4
Maximum HCP
Top Drills
Featured Drills for Dard'nelles
Most-used drills from for this course. Practice as standalone drills or scroll down for full programs.
Putting18 min
Putting Aid: String Line, 10/20
Make 10 out of 20 putts, underneath the hanging string line.
Short Game26 min
Pitch | Perpendicular Ball Lines | Quadrants
Align a bucket of balls (avg. bucket is 40 balls) into 2 perpendicular lines 20 balls per line and stop pitch shots inside quadrants. Count the number of successes.
Driving Range31 min
Wedges (LW to PW) | Takeaway
Work only on takeaway using wedges only. Hit one bucket of ~50 balls.
Driving Range31 min
Wedges (LW to PW) | Impact and Follow Through
Work only on impact and follow through using wedges only. Hit one bucket of ~50 balls.
Driving Range31 min
All irons (9 to 2) | Alternate Targets Challenge
Complete the Alternate Targets Challenge using irons only. Hit one bucket of ~50 balls.
Short Game26 min
Pitch | Parallel Piles | 3 Landing Zones
Align a bucket of balls (avg. bucket is 40 balls) into 10 equal parallel piles of 4 balls and hit-and-land pitch shots inside landing zones. Count the number of successes.
Course Details
Everything you need to know about Dard'nelles.
Contact Information
📞
Phone
+44 (0)1250 872622
📠
Fax
+44 (0) 1250 872622
✉️Email
takapaugolf@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
Charlotte Street
Course Description
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Course Information
Holes
12
Par
71
Type
Parkland
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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 Dard'nelles, all within a single responsive scorecard.
Scorecard data available for Yellow W Sept 2021
Men's Tees
Women's Tees
B
Blue M Sept 2021 Tee
Gender: MalePar 706331 yards5789 metersCR 70.2Bogey 91.6Slope 115
Gender: Male
Front Nine · CR 34.6 · BR 45.0 · Slope 112
Back Nine · CR 35.6 · BR 46.6 · Slope 118
| Hole | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | IN | 10 | 11 | 12 | 13 | 14 | 15 | 16 | 17 | 18 | OUT | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Par | 5 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 35 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 35 | 70 |
| Handicap | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| Yardage | 502 | 333 | 347 | 199 | 388 | 439 | 344 | 381 | 145 | 3078 | 407 | 173 | 465 | 502 | 333 | 347 | 199 | 388 | 439 | 3253 | 6331 |
Y
Yellow W Sept 2021 Tee
Gender: FemalePar 725535 yards5061 metersCR 71.3Bogey 98.1Slope 114
Gender: Female
Front Nine · CR 35.3 · BR 48.7 · Slope 114
Back Nine · CR 36.0 · BR 49.4 · Slope 114
| Hole | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | IN | 10 | 11 | 12 | 13 | 14 | 15 | 16 | 17 | 18 | OUT | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Par | 5 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 36 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 36 | 72 |
| Handicap | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| Yardage | 448 | 315 | 283 | 143 | 314 | 434 | 337 | 311 | 148 | 2733 | 311 | 175 | 379 | 448 | 315 | 283 | 143 | 314 | 434 | 2802 | 5535 |
Programs
Skill-Based Practice Programs for Dard'nelles
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 13 Programs
% match to course practice profile51% match
For Yellow W Sept 2021 tees
Pick line and commit, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min17 HCP3 drills
Aim42%
Precision23%
Dispersion15%
66% match
For Yellow W Sept 2021 tees
Control long iron spin, for a 29-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Driving Range~31 min29 HCP7 drills
Trajectory30%
Precision22%
Mechanics19%
57% match
For Yellow W Sept 2021 tees
Get close to pin, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Driving Range~31 min35 HCP3 drills
Precision31%
Mechanics30%
Trajectory17%
11 Week Flagship Program for Dard'nelles
A complete and progressive long-term development curriculum mapped from easier to harder drills, specifically for Dard'nelles. 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 · 9 ft (3m) only
Align Stroke For Every 9 Foot Putt
Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 12.0
Weeks 1–2≤ 3 days
Short Game · Chip
Chip 5–15 Yds From Fringe
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Weeks 2–3≤ 4 days
Short Game · Pitch
Land Close To Pin
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 34.0
Weeks 3–4≤ 5 days
Short Game · Pitch
Can you stop the ball close from 30 yards?
Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 19.0
Weeks 4–5≤ 3 days
Driving Range · Wedges (LW,SW,GW,PW)
Feet, hips, shoulders—consistent contact
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Weeks 5–6≤ 3 days
Driving Range · Wedges (LW,SW,GW,PW)
How close can you get? Challenge your short game
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Weeks 6–7≤ 7 days
Driving Range · Long irons (4,3,2)
Control the spin: height and roll as needed
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 29.0
Weeks 8–9≤ 7 days
Driving Range · Mid irons (7,6,5)
Shape it right: fade or draw with mid irons
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 24.0
Weeks 10–11≤ 7 days
Driving Range · Woods (Hy,5W,3W)
Challenge: eliminate off-target woods shots
Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 17.0
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49% match
For Yellow W Sept 2021 tees
Stop close from 30 yards, for a 20-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min19 HCP5 drills
Distance Control31%
Accuracy21%
Aim14%
42% match
For Yellow W Sept 2021 tees
Consistent wedge contact, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Driving Range~31 min35 HCP3 drills
Mechanics45%
Precision28%
Trajectory27%
40% match
For Blue M Sept 2021 tees
Maintain posture, for a 12-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Putting~18 min12 HCP3 drills
Alignment37%
Aim25%
Precision12%
46% match
For Blue M Sept 2021 tees
Flop over hazards, for a 16-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min16 HCP4 drills
Accuracy39%
Scoring23%
Distance Control14%
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Get Started62% match
For Blue M Sept 2021 tees
Avoid three-putts, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Short Game~26 min35 HCP3 drills
Aim25%
Alignment25%
Scoring17%
67% match
For Blue M Sept 2021 tees
Land close to pin, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Short Game~26 min34 HCP4 drills
Aim22%
Scoring21%
Dispersion18%
54% match
For Blue M Sept 2021 tees
Keep within 8 yards, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Driving Range30-31 min17 HCP7 drills
Dispersion33%
Precision31%
Scoring14%
59% match
For Blue M Sept 2021 tees
Consistent mid iron length, for a 11-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Driving Range30-31 min10 HCP5 drills
Distance Control41%
Scoring19%
Dispersion14%
68% match
For Blue M Sept 2021 tees
Control mid iron arc, for a 24-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Driving Range~31 min24 HCP8 drills
Trajectory28%
Precision22%
Mechanics17%
2026
Prepare for Tournaments at Dard'nelles
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No upcoming tournaments at this time.
FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions about Dard'nelles
Get answers to common questions about playing Dard'nelles and what to expect.
How difficult is Dard'nelles for mid-handicap golfers?
Dard'nelles is regarded as a strategically complex layout. This slope level makes it manageable compared to championship venues. The course rating of 70.2 reflects on scoring relative to par 71.
What tees should a 15 handicap play at Dard'nelles?
A 15 handicap golfer should consider tees closer to 5933 yards. The back tees extend to 6331.0 yards, which makes approach shots longer and scoring more challenging.
What is considered a good score at Dard'nelles?
With a course rating of 70.2 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 Dard'nelles and how does yardage affect play?
Stretching to 6331.0 yards from the back tees, it does not overwhelm length but rewards accuracy.
What type of course is Dard'nelles and how should I play it?
The course follows a traditional Parkland design philosophy. 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 Dard'nelles strategically challenging?
The combination of a slope rating of 115.0 and yardage reaching 6331.0 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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