Practice Programs

Complete Golf Practice Blueprint for The Eastern Club

Discover tailored practice programs for this course.

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Total Programs

15 complete programs built for this course

Unique Drills

Total unique drills across all programs

Skill Pillars

Accuracy · Aim · Alignment · Dispersion · Distance Control · Mechanics

Session Durations

3 days , 4 days , 5 days , 6 days , 7 days , 9 days

AccuracyAimAlignmentDispersionDistance ControlMechanics+5 more

Eastern Practice Profile

We've mapped a comprehensive practice profile for Eastern, 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 33%Aim 18%Distance Control 18%Precision 17%Dispersion 12%

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.

14.4

Average HCP

8.5

Minimum HCP

30.6

Maximum HCP

Top Drills

Featured Drills for Eastern

Most-used drills from for this course. Practice as standalone drills or scroll down for full programs.

Putting30 min

Putting Aid: Plane Board, Ball Gate, 50 in a Row

Make 50 putts in a row through the ball gate, using plane board.

Short Game26 min

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.

Driving Range31 min

Woods (Hy to 3W) | Opposite Shots Challenge

Complete the Opposite Shots Challenge using woods only. Hit one bucket of ~50 balls.

Putting30 min

Putting Aid: Chalk Line, 50 in Row

Make 50 putts in a row over the chalk starting line.

Putting18 min

Putting Aid: String Line, 50 in a Row

Make 50 putts in a row, underneath the hanging string line.

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.

Course Details

Everything you need to know about Eastern.

Contact Information

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Phone

+44 (0)1250 872622

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Fax

+44 (0) 1250 872622

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info@easterngolfclub.com.au

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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

215 Victoria Road

Course Information

Holes

Par

Type

Parkland

Architect

Greg Norman

Opened

2015

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Programs

Skill-Based Practice Programs for Eastern

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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Stop Missing Short Putts

Focus on alignment, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.

Putting18-30 min17 HCP3 drills

Aim32%

Stroke28%

Alignment23%

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Chip 5–15 Yds From Fringe

Avoid three-putts, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.

Short Game~26 min35 HCP7 drills

Alignment24%

Scoring22%

Aim18%

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Can you match your plan to your shot?

Visualize perfect flop, for a 15-handicap player, ~15 minutes.

Short Game~26 min15 HCP4 drills

Scoring45%

Accuracy31%

Visualization25%

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Land it close: consistent rollout on approaches

Control long iron distance, for a 7-handicap player, ~10 minutes.

Driving Range~31 min7 HCP5 drills

Distance Control38%

Scoring24%

Trajectory13%

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13 Week Flagship Program for Eastern

A complete and progressive long-term development curriculum mapped from easier to harder drills, specifically for Eastern. Start with the basics and work your way towards more challenging drills. Commit to 13 weeks of training and get in proper shape. Four days counts as a week.

Week 1≤ 3 days

Putting · 3 ft (1m) only

Stop Missing Short Putts

Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 17.0

Weeks 1–3≤ 7 days

Short Game · Chip

Chip 5–15 Yds From Fringe

Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0

Weeks 3–5≤ 7 days

Short Game · Pitch

Dial in your aim: pitch to a tight pin

Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 25.0

Week 5≤ 3 days

Short Game · Pitch

Dial in your aim: pitch to a tight pin

Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 22.0

Weeks 6–7≤ 6 days

Short Game · Chip

Pinpoint Chips for Tap-Ins

Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 17.0

Weeks 7–9≤ 7 days

Short Game · Sand

Pick your spot and trust your swing—bunker aim challenge

Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 16.0

Weeks 9–11≤ 6 days

Driving Range · Woods (Hy,5W,3W)

Shape it up: fade or draw with your woods

Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 24.0

Week 11≤ 3 days

Driving Range · Short irons (9,8)

Short Iron Distance Control

Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 17.0

Weeks 12–13≤ 5 days

Driving Range · Long irons (4,3,2)

Land it close: consistent rollout on approaches

Difficulty: Advanced · Program HCP 7.0

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Maximize Driver Distance

Precision from 200 yards, for a 1-handicap player, ~10 minutes.

Driving Range30-31 min0 HCP6 drills

Scoring29%

Precision20%

Trajectory13%

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Can you match your plan to your shot?

Visualize perfect mixed, for a 15-handicap player, ~15 minutes.

Short Game~26 min14 HCP6 drills

Scoring50%

Distance Control32%

Visualization19%

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Land Every Flop Shot Softly

Flop from bunkers, for a 1-handicap player, ~10 minutes.

Short Game~26 min1 HCP4 drills

Scoring23%

Precision20%

Dispersion19%

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Pick your spot and trust your swing—bunker aim challenge

Aim for soft landing, for a 17-handicap player, ~15 minutes.

Short Game~26 min16 HCP9 drills

Aim31%

Scoring24%

Distance Control11%

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Pinpoint Chips for Tap-Ins

Thread the needle, for a 17-handicap player, ~15 minutes.

Short Game~26 min17 HCP6 drills

Aim39%

Precision32%

Dispersion17%

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Dial in your aim: pitch to a tight pin

Set sights, for a 25-handicap player, ~20 minutes.

Short Game~26 min25 HCP7 drills

Aim33%

Scoring29%

Alignment21%

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Dial in your aim: pitch to a tight pin

Dial in aim, for a 23-handicap player, ~20 minutes.

Short Game~26 min22 HCP3 drills

Aim27%

Precision20%

Alignment13%

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3-Wood Accuracy Advanced

Maximize control, for a 1-handicap player, ~10 minutes.

Driving Range~31 min0 HCP3 drills

Distance Control25%

Scoring25%

Trajectory17%

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Shape it up: fade or draw with your woods

Control woods height, for a 25-handicap player, ~20 minutes.

Driving Range~31 min24 HCP6 drills

Precision23%

Scoring21%

Trajectory21%

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Maximize Mid-Irons In Regulation

Maximize in regulation, for a 1-handicap player, ~10 minutes.

Driving Range~31 min0 HCP4 drills

Scoring26%

Dispersion23%

Precision21%

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Short Iron Distance Control

Improve accuracy, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.

Driving Range~31 min17 HCP3 drills

Distance Control27%

Scoring20%

Trajectory20%

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FAQ

Frequently Asked Questions about Eastern

Get answers to common questions about playing Eastern and what to expect.

How difficult is Eastern for mid-handicap golfers?

Players often find Eastern technically exacting. 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 Eastern?

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 Eastern?

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 Eastern 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 Eastern and how should I play it?

Eastern 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 Eastern 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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