Hit short putts until smooth, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Practice Programs
Complete Golf Practice Blueprint for Upington Golf Club
Discover tailored practice programs for this course.
Total Programs
19
19 complete programs built for this course
Unique Drills
81
Total unique drills across all programs
Skill Pillars
12
Accuracy · Aim · Alignment · Dispersion · Distance Control · Green Reading
Session Durations
6
3 days , 4 days , 5 days , 6 days , 7 days , 9 days
Upington Golf Club Practice Profile
We've mapped a comprehensive practice profile for Upington Golf Club, 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 Upington Golf Club
Most-used drills from for this course. Practice as standalone drills or scroll down for full programs.
Putting Aid: Chalk Line, 15/25
Make 15 out of 25 putts over the chalk starting line.
Bump-n-Run | Deep Rough and Other | Above/Below Feet
Hit bump-n-run shot 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.
All Woods (Hy to Dr) | Club Swapping Challenge
Complete the Club Swapping Challenge using woods only. Hit one bucket of ~50 balls.
Putting Aid: Plane Board, Ball Gate, 15/25
Make 15 out of 25 putts through the ball gate, using plane board.
Putting Aid: String Line, 15/25
Make 15 out of 25 putts, underneath the hanging string line.
Bump-n-Run | Rough | Flat
Hit bump-n-run shot two buckets of balls (avg. bucket is 40 balls) from the flat rough grass.
Course Details
Everything you need to know about Upington Golf Club.
Contact Information
Phone
+44 (0)1250 872622
Fax
+44 (0) 1250 872622
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Facilities
Location
Course Information
Holes
18
Par
72
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 Upington Golf Club, all within a single responsive scorecard.
Scorecard data available for Red(w)
Red Tee
Gender: Male
Front Nine · CR 33.6 · BR 44.0 · Slope 112
Back Nine · CR 31.7 · BR 41.3 · Slope 103
| Hole | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | IN | 10 | 11 | 12 | 13 | 14 | 15 | 16 | 17 | 18 | OUT | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Par | 4 | 5 | 4 | 5 | 5 | 3 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 37 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 5 | 35 | 72 |
| Handicap | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| Yardage | 270 | 400 | 280 | 480 | 460 | 175 | 350 | 140 | 330 | 2885 | 265 | 385 | 130 | 295 | 140 | 295 | 240 | 285 | 480 | 2515 | 5400 |
White Tee
Gender: Male
Front Nine · CR 35.8 · BR 47.3 · Slope 124
Back Nine · CR 35.0 · BR 46.0 · 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 | 4 | 5 | 4 | 5 | 5 | 3 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 37 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 5 | 35 | 72 |
| Handicap | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| Yardage | 355 | 485 | 380 | 485 | 535 | 175 | 355 | 140 | 440 | 3350 | 360 | 410 | 210 | 430 | 170 | 295 | 360 | 420 | 560 | 3215 | 6565 |
Red(w) Tee
Gender: Female
Front Nine · CR 36.3 · BR 51.4 · Slope 128
Back Nine · CR 34.1 · BR 48.3 · Slope 120
| Hole | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | IN | 10 | 11 | 12 | 13 | 14 | 15 | 16 | 17 | 18 | OUT | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Par | 4 | 4 | 4 | 5 | 5 | 3 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 36 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 5 | 35 | 71 |
| Handicap | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| Yardage | 270 | 400 | 280 | 480 | 460 | 175 | 350 | 140 | 330 | 2885 | 265 | 385 | 130 | 295 | 140 | 295 | 240 | 285 | 480 | 2515 | 5400 |
Programs
Skill-Based Practice Programs for Upington Golf Club
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 19 Programs
% match to course practice profileSee landing and roll, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Test your setup, for a 31-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Control woods rollout, for a 11-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
12 Week Flagship Program for Upington Golf Club
A complete and progressive long-term development curriculum mapped from easier to harder drills, specifically for Upington Golf Club. Start with the basics and work your way towards more challenging drills. Commit to 12 weeks of training and get in proper shape. Four days counts as a week.
Putting · 6 ft (2m) only
Control Every 6 Ft Putt
Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 17.0
Putting · 6 ft (2m) only
Hole Mid-Length Putts
Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 17.0
Short Game · Chip
Avoid Three-Putts
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Short Game · Bump'n'Run
How straight can you roll it? Test your setup
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Short Game · Bump'n'Run
How straight can you roll it? Test your setup
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 31.0
Driving Range · Long irons (4,3,2)
Eliminate Hook With Long Irons
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Driving Range · Mid irons (7,6,5)
Stop Missing Greens With Mid Irons
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Driving Range · Short irons (9,8)
Stop Missing Greens With Short Irons
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Driving Range · Short irons (9,8)
How close can you get? Challenge your limits
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 31.0
Thread the gap, for a 32-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Pinpoint sand shots, for a 19-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Shape driver flight, for a 26-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
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Get StartedHit short putts until smooth, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Roll to tap-in range, for a 23-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Test your setup, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Stop missing greens, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Improve accuracy, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Advanced accuracy, for a 1-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Chip from tight lies, for a 2-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Chip from rough, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Stop near the hole, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Control flight, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Advanced accuracy, for a 1-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Improve accuracy, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Unlock Your Golf Potential
Get personalized coaching and custom training programs tailored to your game.
Get StartedPrepare for Tournaments at Upington Golf Club
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 Upington Golf Club
Get answers to common questions about playing Upington Golf Club and what to expect.
How difficult is Upington Golf Club for mid-handicap golfers?
Upington Golf Club presents a demanding test. This slope level makes it manageable compared to championship venues. The course rating of 70.8 reflects on scoring relative to par 72.
What tees should a 15 handicap play at Upington Golf Club?
A 15 handicap golfer should consider tees closer to 5982 yards. The back tees extend to 6565.0 yards, which makes approach shots longer and scoring more challenging.
What is considered a good score at Upington Golf Club?
With a course rating of 70.8 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 Upington Golf Club and how does yardage affect play?
Stretching to 6565.0 yards from the back tees, it does not overwhelm length but rewards accuracy.
What type of course is Upington Golf Club 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 Upington Golf Club strategically challenging?
The combination of a slope rating of 121.0 and yardage reaching 6565.0 yards creates consistent pressure on approach shots. You will need to balance risk and reward, especially on longer par 4s and protected greens.

