58% match
For Yellow W Nov 2020 tees
Match plan to shot, for a 13-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min13 HCP6 drills
Scoring41%
Accuracy34%
Visualization25%
Practice Programs
Complete Golf Practice Blueprint for Waikite Valley Golf Club
Discover tailored practice programs for this course.
Total Programs
11
11 complete programs built for this course
Unique Drills
66
Total unique drills across all programs
Skill Pillars
12
Accuracy · Aim · Alignment · Dispersion · Distance Control · Green Reading
Session Durations
6
3 days , 4 days , 6 days , 7 days , 8 days , 9 days
AccuracyAimAlignmentDispersionDistance ControlGreen Reading+6 more
Waikite Valley Golf Club Practice Profile
We've mapped a comprehensive practice profile for Waikite Valley 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
Scoring 35%Accuracy 22%Distance Control 16%Precision 15%Aim 11%
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.
15.9
Average HCP
7.1
Minimum HCP
29.4
Maximum HCP
Top Drills
Featured Drills for Waikite Valley Golf Club
Most-used drills from for this course. Practice as standalone drills or scroll down for full programs.
Putting30 min
Putting Aid: Alignment Mirror, 50 in a Row
Make 50 putts in a row using an alignment mirror.
Short Game26 min
Flop | Deep Rough and Other | Above/Below Feet
Hit flop 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, and one bucket with balls below feet level.
Driving Range31 min
Long irons (4,3,2) | PAR 3 Challenge
Complete the PAR 3 Challenge using long irons only. Hit one bucket of ~50 balls.
Short Game26 min
Flop | Rough | Above/Below Feet
Hit flop shot two buckets of balls (avg. bucket is 40 balls) from the sloped rough grass; one bucket with balls above feet level, and one bucket with balls below feet level.
Short Game26 min
Sand Short
Up to 5 players hit sand shot two buckets of balls (avg. bucket is 40 balls) from the sand.
Short Game26 min
Sand Mid
Up to 5 players hit sand shot two buckets of balls (avg. bucket is 40 balls) from the sand.
Course Details
Everything you need to know about Waikite Valley Golf Club.
Contact Information
📞
Phone
+44 (0)1250 872622
📠
Fax
+44 (0) 1250 872622
✉️Email
waikite.valley@golf.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
Course Description
Waikite Valley Thermal Pools is a unique place to bathe in the ‘Living Waters' of the Te Manaroa Spring. It is the largest single source of 100% pure geothermal mineral water in New Zealand. Te Manaroa Spring can be viewed via a 5 minute walk along a scenic trail. Hot pool bathing options include 5 pools in the main area with temperatures ranging from 35 - 40 °C. There are 4 private pools (bookings recommended) where bathers can select and control the water temperature of their individual pool. All pools are drained and refilled daily. Changing facilities, including showers and family change room are offered as is swimsuit/ towel hire.Waikite has a tasty café on site serving barista made coffee, freshly made NZ snacks and meals.
geothermal pools • hot springs • eco trail • campground • kiwi cafe • geothermal water • te manaroa spring • new zealand north island • rotorua area • thermal pools • private pools • group bookings • family-friendly • geothermal valley • sustainability • geothermal • wellness • natural springs • spa • relaxation • recreation
Course Information
Holes
9
Par
34
Type
Parkland
Architect
John Harris, Michael Wolveridge, Peter Thomson
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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 Waikite Valley Golf Club, all within a single responsive scorecard.
Scorecard data available for Yellow W Nov 2020
Men's Tees
Women's Tees
W
White M Nov 2020 Tee
Gender: MalePar 685145 yards4705 metersCR 64.8Bogey 84.4Slope 105
Gender: Male
Front Nine · CR 32.5 · BR 42.3 · Slope 105
Back Nine · CR 32.3 · BR 42.1 · Slope 105
| 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 | 3 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 34 | 5 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 34 | 68 |
| Handicap | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| Yardage | 515 | 250 | 124 | 349 | 140 | 387 | 159 | 303 | 350 | 2577 | 547 | 340 | 131 | 302 | 143 | 423 | 154 | 255 | 273 | 2568 | 5145 |
Y
Yellow W Nov 2020 Tee
Gender: FemalePar 684669 yards4269 metersCR 66.7Bogey 92.0Slope 108
Gender: Female
Front Nine · CR 33.2 · BR 45.9 · Slope 108
Back Nine · CR 33.5 · BR 46.1 · Slope 107
| 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 | 3 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 34 | 5 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 34 | 68 |
| Handicap | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| Yardage | 435 | 250 | 109 | 336 | 120 | 372 | 148 | 279 | 252 | 2301 | 499 | 318 | 120 | 302 | 127 | 394 | 143 | 243 | 222 | 2368 | 4669 |
Programs
Skill-Based Practice Programs for Waikite Valley 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 11 Programs
% match to course practice profile58% match
For Yellow W Nov 2020 tees
Match plan to shot, for a 15-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min15 HCP4 drills
Scoring45%
Accuracy31%
Visualization25%
67% match
For Yellow W Nov 2020 tees
Avoid bunkers with long irons, for a 1-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Driving Range~31 min0 HCP3 drills
Dispersion25%
Distance Control23%
Accuracy23%
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Get Started70% match
For Yellow W Nov 2020 tees
Up-and-down contest, for a 25-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Short Game~26 min24 HCP9 drills
Scoring32%
Alignment18%
Accuracy15%
15 Week Flagship Program for Waikite Valley Golf Club
A complete and progressive long-term development curriculum mapped from easier to harder drills, specifically for Waikite Valley Golf Club. 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.
Weeks 1–2≤ 7 days
Putting · 3 ft (1m) only
Reduce Short Putts
Difficulty: Expert · Program HCP 4.0
Weeks 2–4≤ 7 days
Short Game · Bump'n'Run
Thread the needle: roll your Bump'n'Run to tap-in range
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 27.0
Weeks 5–7≤ 7 days
Short Game · Flop
Save par with a clutch flop—pressure drill
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 24.0
Weeks 7–8≤ 7 days
Short Game · Sand
Can you stop the ball close from the sand?
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 20.0
Weeks 9–10≤ 7 days
Short Game · Pitch
Pitch it close: accuracy from 20 yards and in
Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 16.0
Week 11≤ 4 days
Short Game · Flop
Visualize the perfect flop, then make it happen
Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 15.0
Weeks 12–13≤ 7 days
Driving Range · Woods (Hy,5W,3W)
3-Wood Dispersion Control For Beginners
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Week 14≤ 3 days
Driving Range · Driver
Driver Distance Consistency 200+ Yards
Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 17.0
Weeks 14–15≤ 3 days
Driving Range · Long irons (4,3,2)
Green hunter: hit every long iron to the putting surface
Difficulty: Expert · Program HCP 0.0
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66% match
For White M Nov 2020 tees
Prioritize short putts, for a 5-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Putting15-30 min4 HCP7 drills
Scoring34%
Precision25%
Aim16%
63% match
For White M Nov 2020 tees
Precision from 200 yards, for a 1-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Driving Range30-31 min0 HCP4 drills
Scoring30%
Precision23%
Trajectory20%
58% match
For White M Nov 2020 tees
Pick landing spot, for a 17-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min16 HCP8 drills
Accuracy32%
Distance Control29%
Alignment18%
88% match
For White M Nov 2020 tees
Roll to tap-in range, for a 27-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Short Game~26 min27 HCP9 drills
Scoring30%
Accuracy25%
Distance Control17%
51% match
For White M Nov 2020 tees
Can you stop the ball close from the sand?
Short Game23-26 min20 HCP7 drills
Distance Control32%
Precision20%
Trajectory14%
64% match
For White M Nov 2020 tees
Achieve distance consistency, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Driving Range~31 min17 HCP3 drills
Scoring27%
Dispersion20%
Precision17%
43% match
For White M Nov 2020 tees
Control 3-wood roll, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Driving Range~31 min35 HCP8 drills
Precision28%
Mechanics17%
Trajectory16%
2026
Prepare for Tournaments at Waikite Valley Golf Club
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No upcoming tournaments at this time.
FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions about Waikite Valley Golf Club
Get answers to common questions about playing Waikite Valley Golf Club and what to expect.
How difficult is Waikite Valley Golf Club for mid-handicap golfers?
Players often find Waikite Valley Golf Club technically exacting. With a slope of 105.0, it remains playable for a wide handicap range. The course rating of 64.8 reflects on scoring relative to par 34.
What tees should a 15 handicap play at Waikite Valley Golf Club?
A 15 handicap golfer should consider tees closer to 4907 yards. The back tees extend to 5145.0 yards, which makes approach shots longer and scoring more challenging.
What is considered a good score at Waikite Valley Golf Club?
With a course rating of 64.8 and par 34, a mid-handicap golfer would typically score in the mid to high 80s. Stronger players aiming to break 34 must manage approach shots and avoid penalty strokes.
How long is Waikite Valley Golf Club and how does yardage affect play?
Measuring 5145.0 yards at maximum length, strategy outweighs power in most scoring situations.
What type of course is Waikite Valley Golf Club and how should I play it?
Waikite Valley Golf Club 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 Waikite Valley Golf Club strategically challenging?
The combination of a slope rating of 105.0 and yardage reaching 5145.0 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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