Practice Programs

Complete Golf Practice Blueprint for The Pearl South Pacific Resort & Spa

Discover tailored practice programs for this course.

Pacific Harbour, Central Division, Fiji

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Total Programs

17 complete programs built for this course

Unique Drills

Total unique drills across all programs

Skill Pillars

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

Session Durations

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

AccuracyAimAlignmentDispersionDistance ControlGreen Reading+6 more

The Pearl Practice Profile

We've mapped a comprehensive practice profile for The Pearl, 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 30%Scoring 24%Aim 20%Distance Control 14%Alignment 9%

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.

18.7

Average HCP

10.4

Minimum HCP

32.6

Maximum HCP

Top Drills

Featured Drills for The Pearl

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

Putting18 min

Putting Aid: Alignment Mirror, 10/20

Make 10 out of 20 putts using an alignment mirror.

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.

Driving Range31 min

All irons (9 to 2) | Progressive Targets Challenge

Complete the Progressive Targets Challenge using irons only. Hit one bucket of ~50 balls.

Putting18 min

Putting Aid: Plane Board, Ball Gate, 10/20

Make 10 out of 20 putts through the ball gate, using plane board.

Putting18 min

Putting Aid: String Line, 10/20

Make 10 out of 20 putts, underneath the hanging string line.

Putting18 min

Putting Aid: Chalk Line, 10/20

Make 10 out of 20 putts over the chalk starting line.

Course Details

Everything you need to know about The Pearl.

Contact Information

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Phone

+44 (0)1250 872622

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Fax

+44 (0) 1250 872622

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stay@thepearlsouthpacific.com

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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

Queens Road

Course Description

The Pearl Championship Golf Course is set among lush tropical rainforests and winding canals. Designed by Robert Trent Jones Jnr, the 18 hole, par-72 Championship Golf Course opened in 1978 and remains one of the most adventurous Fiji golf courses.The Course has staged a number of prestigious Fiji golf tournaments such as the World Amateur Championships, where Gregg Norman won his first title in 1978.This exotic course provides year-round golfing and a practice driving range. You'll face a variety of challenges throughout the 6285-metre course comprising adjacent rivers, deep bunkers and picturesque fresh water lily ponds, testing your skills against water hazards on no fewer than 12 of the 18 holes.The Clubhouse supports the Pearl Championship Golf Course. Here you will find a range of facilities that include a well stocked pro shop, secure locker room, car park, bar, restaurant and swimming pool – everything you'll need before and after your game, conveniently located under one roof. Golfers can expect excellence beverage delivery, an exquisite location and surrounds and exceptional service throughout.

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Course Information

Holes

Par

Type

Parkland

Architect

Robert Trent Jones Jr.

Opened

1978

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Programs

Skill-Based Practice Programs for The Pearl

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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Place Every 6 Foot Putt With Maximum Precision

Follow through fully, for a 2-handicap player, ~10 minutes.

Putting18-24 min2 HCP3 drills

Precision45%

Scoring33%

Aim13%

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Focus Aim For Every 9 Foot Putt

Align stance properly, for a 11-handicap player, ~15 minutes.

Putting15-18 min11 HCP5 drills

Aim38%

Scoring18%

Alignment14%

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How close can you get from a tough lie? Precision test

Pinpoint pitches, for a 20-handicap player, ~20 minutes.

Short Game~26 min20 HCP9 drills

Precision35%

Distance Control22%

Aim14%

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Thread the gap: bunker shot through a narrow landing zone

Pinpoint sand shots, for a 12-handicap player, ~15 minutes.

Short Game~26 min11 HCP3 drills

Precision27%

Distance Control22%

Dispersion17%

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15 Week Flagship Program for The Pearl

A complete and progressive long-term development curriculum mapped from easier to harder drills, specifically for The Pearl. Start with the basics and work your way towards more challenging drills. Commit to 15 weeks of training and get in proper shape. Four days counts as a week.

Week 1≤ 3 days

Putting · 9 ft (3m) only

Control 9 Ft Putts

Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 17.0

Weeks 1–3≤ 7 days

Short Game · Pitch

How close can you get from a tough lie? Precision test

Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 20.0

Weeks 4–5≤ 6 days

Driving Range · Short irons (9,8)

Control Short Iron Flight

Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0

Weeks 5–6≤ 5 days

Putting · 9 ft (3m) only

Focus Aim For Every 9 Foot Putt

Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 11.0

Weeks 6–8≤ 7 days

Short Game · Flop

Up-and-down contest: how many can you save in a row?

Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 20.0

Week 9≤ 4 days

Driving Range · Mid irons (7,6,5)

Improve Mid-Iron Accuracy

Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0

Weeks 10–11≤ 6 days

Putting · 9 ft (3m) only

Hole All 9 Ft Putts

Difficulty: Expert · Program HCP 2.0

Weeks 11–13≤ 7 days

Short Game · Sand

Can you fly it out and stop it close?

Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 19.0

Weeks 13–15≤ 7 days

Driving Range · Mid irons (7,6,5)

Improve Mid-Iron Accuracy

Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0

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Control Short Iron Flight

Hit close to flag, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.

Driving Range~31 min35 HCP6 drills

Precision33%

Mechanics23%

Trajectory19%

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Improve 3-Wood Accuracy

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

Driving Range30-31 min17 HCP6 drills

Precision34%

Dispersion25%

Scoring15%

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Control 9 Ft Putts

Practice uphill and downhill putts, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.

Putting~18 min17 HCP3 drills

Aim38%

Alignment23%

Stroke22%

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Hole All 9 Ft Putts

Repeat putts until consistent, for a 3-handicap player, ~10 minutes.

Putting15-24 min2 HCP6 drills

Scoring36%

Precision34%

Aim13%

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Can you fly it out and stop it close?

Aim for soft landing, for a 20-handicap player, ~15 minutes.

Short Game25-26 min19 HCP9 drills

Aim32%

Distance Control24%

Precision11%

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Land Ball 2–3 Feet From Pin

Save par consistently, for a 17-handicap player, ~15 minutes.

Short Game~26 min17 HCP3 drills

Scoring32%

Accuracy20%

Visualization15%

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Up-and-down contest: how many can you save in a row?

Turn into par saves, for a 21-handicap player, ~20 minutes.

Short Game~26 min20 HCP9 drills

Scoring34%

Alignment17%

Accuracy13%

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Approach 10–30 Yds From Fringe Or Rough

Land 3-4 feet away, for a 17-handicap player, ~15 minutes.

Short Game~26 min16 HCP8 drills

Scoring45%

Distance Control31%

Visualization24%

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Stop 2 Feet From Hole

Flop from bunkers, for a 3-handicap player, ~10 minutes.

Short Game~26 min2 HCP5 drills

Scoring23%

Precision19%

Dispersion16%

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How close can you get from a tough lie? Precision test

Precision from tough lie, for a 17-handicap player, ~15 minutes.

Short Game~26 min17 HCP8 drills

Precision30%

Distance Control27%

Aim11%

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Improve Mid-Iron Accuracy

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

Driving Range~31 min35 HCP4 drills

Precision26%

Trajectory17%

Aim15%

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Stop Missing 3-Wood Fairways

Control 3-wood roll, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.

Driving Range~31 min35 HCP3 drills

Precision36%

Aim28%

Alignment18%

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Improve Mid-Iron Accuracy

Control distance 150-180, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.

Driving Range~31 min35 HCP7 drills

Precision26%

Mechanics19%

Aim13%

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Prepare for Tournaments at The Pearl

Follow a complete multi-week structured practice program ahead of the upcoming events and arrive prepared.

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FAQ

Frequently Asked Questions about The Pearl

Get answers to common questions about playing The Pearl and what to expect.

How difficult is The Pearl for mid-handicap golfers?

From a scoring perspective, The Pearl challenges consistency. 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 The Pearl?

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 The Pearl?

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 The Pearl and how does yardage affect play?

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

What type of course is The Pearl 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 The Pearl 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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