Practice Programs

Complete Golf Practice Blueprint for The Kinloch Club

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Total Programs

18 complete programs built for this course

Unique Drills

113

Total unique drills across all programs

Skill Pillars

Accuracy · Aim · Alignment · Dispersion · Distance Control · Green Reading

Session Durations

4 days , 5 days , 6 days , 7 days , 8 days , 9 days

AccuracyAimAlignmentDispersionDistance ControlGreen Reading+6 more

Kinloch Practice Profile

We've mapped a comprehensive practice profile for Kinloch, 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 31%Distance Control 20%Precision 19%Aim 17%Accuracy 10%

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.

17.4

Average HCP

10.7

Minimum HCP

29.1

Maximum HCP

Top Drills

Featured Drills for Kinloch

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

Putting30 min

Around the Hole: 4 Ball Circle, 50 in a Row

Make 50 putts in a Row from [3 ft | 1 m].

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 Range30 min

All irons (9 to 2) | General Discovery

Discover tendencies by hitting various ball flights to various distances, using irons only. Hit one bucket of ~50 balls.

Putting18 min

Single Tee, 50 in a Row

Make 50 putts in a row.

Putting30 min

Putting Aid: Alignment Sticks, Ball Gate, 50 in a Row

Make 50 putts in a row from in between two alignment sticks and through the ball gate.

Putting30 min

Putting Aid: Alignment Mirror, 50 in a Row

Make 50 putts in a row using an alignment mirror.

Course Details

Everything you need to know about Kinloch.

Contact Information

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Phone

+44 (0)1250 872622

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Fax

+44 (0) 1250 872622

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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

261 Kinloch Road

Course Description

Perfectly placed on a 254ha spectacular setting above the shores of Lake Taupo New Zealand, heart of an adventure and wilderness playground, is one of the countries newest and most design awarded luxury lodges, Kinloch Manor & Villas. Winner of the New Zealand Architecture Award 2017, the lodge features New Zealand's only Jack Nicklaus Signature 18-hole Links Golf Course which has been voted #1 course in New Zealand twice by PGA professionals. The Lodge's wild adventure is close to the Tongariro Alpine Crossing, world class fly-fishing, white water rafting, winter skiing, forest and lakeside hiking and cycling tracks. Lodge guests enjoy spectacular views from the Great Room, Bar and Kinloch Restaurant, with floor to ceiling windows overlooking the golf course to Lake Taupo and snow-capped mountains. Lodges cuisine philosophy is, ‘Estate to Plate' with organic and 100% pesticide free produce produced from the owners' private estate - 2500 acres of pristine wilderness. Complementing the championship golf course is an on-site Wellness Spa and tennis courts. Designer accommodation; 18 junior suites and luxurious one and two bedroom villas, with clean burning fireplaces and sensational views to Lake Taupo and beyond

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Course Information

Holes

Par

Type

Parkland

Architect

Jack Nicklaus

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Programs

Skill-Based Practice Programs for Kinloch

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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Make Every 20+ Ft Putt

Focus on ball roll and finish position, for a 1-handicap player, ~10 minutes.

Putting~18 min0 HCP6 drills

Distance Control31%

Visualization31%

Dispersion22%

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Save Par From 3 Foot Putts

Prioritize short putts, for a 5-handicap player, ~10 minutes.

Putting15-30 min4 HCP7 drills

Scoring34%

Precision25%

Aim16%

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Pitch 20–35 Yds From Fairway Or Rough

Save par on approaches, for a 16-handicap player, ~15 minutes.

Short Game~26 min16 HCP6 drills

Distance Control26%

Accuracy25%

Scoring24%

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Keep Par Safe

Land close to pin, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.

Short Game~26 min35 HCP5 drills

Alignment22%

Aim21%

Scoring21%

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16 Week Flagship Program for Kinloch

A complete and progressive long-term development curriculum mapped from easier to harder drills, specifically for Kinloch. Start with the basics and work your way towards more challenging drills. Commit to 16 weeks of training and get in proper shape. Four days counts as a week.

Weeks 1–2≤ 5 days

Putting · 9 ft (3m) only

Reduce Missed Putts Consistently

Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 11.0

Weeks 2–3≤ 5 days

Short Game · Pitch

Keep Par Safe

Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0

Weeks 3–5≤ 7 days

Driving Range · Mid irons (7,6,5)

Mid-Iron Distance Control 150–180 Yards

Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0

Weeks 5–7≤ 7 days

Putting · 3 ft (1m) only

Save Par From 3 Foot Putts

Difficulty: Expert · Program HCP 4.0

Weeks 7–9≤ 7 days

Short Game · Mixed

Short Game 5–20 Yds From Fringe Or Rough

Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0

Weeks 9–11≤ 7 days

Driving Range · Short irons (9,8)

Stop Missing Greens With Short Irons

Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0

Weeks 11–12≤ 6 days

Putting · 3 ft (1m) only

Focus On Cup Accuracy

Difficulty: Expert · Program HCP 2.0

Weeks 13–15≤ 7 days

Short Game · Pitch

Land Close To Pin

Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 34.0

Weeks 15–16≤ 5 days

Driving Range · Wedges (LW,SW,GW,PW)

Pinpoint accuracy: leave yourself a tap-in every time

Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 30.0

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Mid-Iron Trajectory Control

Reduce misses, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.

Driving Range30-31 min17 HCP5 drills

Distance Control38%

Scoring24%

Trajectory18%

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Mid-Iron Distance Control 150–180 Yards

Improve accuracy, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.

Driving Range~31 min35 HCP8 drills

Precision28%

Mechanics17%

Aim15%

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Focus On Cup Accuracy

Sink with precision, for a 2-handicap player, ~10 minutes.

Putting15-30 min2 HCP6 drills

Scoring35%

Precision29%

Aim14%

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Reduce Missed Putts Consistently

Commit to the aim, for a 11-handicap player, ~15 minutes.

Putting15-18 min11 HCP5 drills

Aim38%

Scoring18%

Alignment14%

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Stick Every High Flop To Green

Stick flops to green, for a 17-handicap player, ~15 minutes.

Short Game~26 min16 HCP9 drills

Accuracy29%

Alignment16%

Distance Control16%

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Visualize the perfect pitch, then make it happen

See landing and roll, for a 14-handicap player, ~15 minutes.

Short Game~26 min14 HCP6 drills

Scoring45%

Accuracy32%

Visualization24%

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Pick your landing spot and trust your swing—flop shot challenge

Fly over bunker, for a 20-handicap player, ~20 minutes.

Short Game~26 min20 HCP8 drills

Aim28%

Distance Control16%

Scoring15%

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Land Close To Pin

Keep par safe, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.

Short Game~26 min34 HCP9 drills

Aim28%

Alignment26%

Scoring26%

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Short Game 5–20 Yds From Fringe Or Rough

Make par, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.

Short Game~26 min35 HCP9 drills

Scoring44%

Distance Control34%

Visualization22%

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Convert Every Up-And-Down

Roll to tap-in range, for a 3-handicap player, ~10 minutes.

Short Game~26 min3 HCP4 drills

Distance Control45%

Trajectory19%

Precision15%

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Mid-Iron Accuracy Advanced

Precision mid-irons, for a 1-handicap player, ~10 minutes.

Driving Range~31 min0 HCP7 drills

Scoring27%

Distance Control19%

Precision19%

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Long Iron Accuracy Advanced

Precision shots, for a 1-handicap player, ~10 minutes.

Driving Range30-31 min0 HCP8 drills

Scoring32%

Precision16%

Distance Control14%

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Pinpoint accuracy: leave yourself a tap-in every time

Get close to pin, for a 31-handicap player, ~30 minutes.

Driving Range~31 min30 HCP5 drills

Precision32%

Scoring21%

Mechanics18%

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Stop Missing Greens With Short Irons

Stop missing greens, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.

Driving Range~31 min35 HCP8 drills

Precision32%

Mechanics23%

Trajectory17%

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Prepare for Tournaments at Kinloch

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 Kinloch

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

How difficult is Kinloch for mid-handicap golfers?

Players often find Kinloch technically exacting. The 120 slope rating keeps it accessible for developing players. The course rating of 70 reflects on scoring relative to par 72.

What tees should a 15 handicap play at Kinloch?

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 Kinloch?

With a course rating of 70 and par 72, a mid-handicap golfer would typically score in the mid to high 80s. Stronger players aiming to break 72 must manage approach shots and avoid penalty strokes.

How long is Kinloch and how does yardage affect play?

At a full length of 6500 yards, it balances distance with positional strategy.

What type of course is Kinloch 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 Kinloch 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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