Practice Programs

Complete Golf Practice Blueprint for Waikoloa Village Golf Club

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Waikoloa, Hawaii, United States of America

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Total Programs

16 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

Waikoloa Village Practice Profile

We've mapped a comprehensive practice profile for Waikoloa Village, 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 26%Distance Control 22%Aim 18%Precision 17%Alignment 15%

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.

Average HCP

11.1

Minimum HCP

35.4

Maximum HCP

Top Drills

Featured Drills for Waikoloa Village

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

Flop | Perpendicular Piles | Quadrants

Up to 5 players compete to stop a flop shot inside the quadrant(s). The player with the most points wins the challenge. One bucket of balls per player is needed.

Driving Range31 min

All woods (Hy to Dr) | Progressive Targets Challenge

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

Short Game26 min

Flop | Scattered Ball Lines | 9 Stop Zones

Scatter a bucket of balls (avg. bucket is 40 balls) into 8 equal lines of 5 balls and stop flop shots inside 9 Stop Zones. Count the number of successful stops.

Short Game26 min

Flop | Parallel Ball Lines | 9 Stop Zones

Align a bucket of balls (avg. bucket is 40 balls) into 2 parallel lines 20 balls per line and stop flop shots inside 9 Stop Zones. Count the number of successful stops.

Driving Range31 min

All woods (Hy to Dr) | Alternate Targets Challenge

Complete the Alternate Targets Challenge using woods only. Hit one bucket of ~50 balls.

Course Details

Everything you need to know about Waikoloa Village.

Contact Information

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Phone

+44 (0)1250 872622

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Fax

+44 (0) 1250 872622

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wvagolf@hawaii.rr.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

68-1792 Melia Street

Course Description

The Village Course at Waikoloa is a premier resort-style golf course in Waikoloa Village, Hawaii. Designed by Robert Trent Jones II, the course offers a challenging and scenic layout set in a tropical landscape with ocean views and lava rock features. The venue provides golf information, tee times, and event offerings and is anchored by local amenities in the Waikoloa area, including access to Hawaii-based coastal recreation. The site also lists contact details and hours of operation for visitors seeking golf experiences near Kailua-Kona.

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Course Information

Holes

Par

Type

Parkland

Architect

Robert Trent Jones Jr.

Opened

1972

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Programs

Skill-Based Practice Programs for Waikoloa Village

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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Focus Aim For 3 Foot Putts

Focus on the target line, for a 11-handicap player, ~15 minutes.

Putting15-30 min11 HCP5 drills

Aim36%

Stroke17%

Scoring14%

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Control 9 Ft Putts

Focus on ball roll and finish position, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.

Putting~18 min17 HCP3 drills

Aim38%

Alignment23%

Stroke22%

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Save Par On Every Approach

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

Short Game~26 min16 HCP7 drills

Distance Control29%

Accuracy22%

Alignment19%

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Land Every Flop Shot Softly

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

Short Game~26 min3 HCP8 drills

Precision30%

Distance Control17%

Aim17%

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15 Week Flagship Program for Waikoloa Village

A complete and progressive long-term development curriculum mapped from easier to harder drills, specifically for Waikoloa Village. 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 1–2≤ 5 days

Putting · 3 ft (1m) only

Focus Aim For 3 Foot Putts

Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 11.0

Weeks 3–4≤ 7 days

Short Game · Pitch

Keep Par Safe

Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 34.0

Weeks 4–6≤ 7 days

Short Game · Chip

Match Clubface to Target

Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 30.0

Weeks 6–8≤ 7 days

Short Game · Bump'n'Run

Turn Tough Lies into Easy Pars

Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 29.0

Weeks 8–10≤ 7 days

Short Game · Chip

Avoid 3-Putt: Chip Inside Circle

Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 19.0

Weeks 11–12≤ 7 days

Driving Range · Long irons (4,3,2)

Eliminate Hook With Long Irons

Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0

Weeks 12–14≤ 7 days

Driving Range · Mid irons (7,6,5)

Improve Mid-Iron Accuracy

Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0

Week 15≤ 4 days

Driving Range · Woods (Hy,5W,3W)

Shape it up: fade or draw with your woods

Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 30.0

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Feel the distance: control your woods rollout

Hit varying targets, for a 12-handicap player, ~15 minutes.

Driving Range30-31 min11 HCP6 drills

Distance Control30%

Scoring20%

Accuracy19%

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Improve Mid-Iron Accuracy

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

Driving Range~31 min35 HCP9 drills

Precision28%

Mechanics20%

Trajectory16%

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Keep Par Safe

Pitch to the green, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.

Short Game~26 min34 HCP7 drills

Aim34%

Scoring22%

Alignment20%

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Match Clubface to Target

Get square, for a 30-handicap player, ~30 minutes.

Short Game~26 min30 HCP7 drills

Alignment36%

Scoring15%

Distance Control14%

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Land Every Flop Shot Softly

Stop 2 feet away, for a 4-handicap player, ~10 minutes.

Short Game~26 min4 HCP4 drills

Precision31%

Distance Control20%

Aim16%

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Turn Tough Lies into Easy Pars

Save par, for a 29-handicap player, ~20 minutes.

Short Game~26 min29 HCP9 drills

Scoring37%

Alignment20%

Aim14%

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Can you match your plan to your shot?

Match plan to shot, for a 17-handicap player, ~15 minutes.

Short Game~26 min17 HCP4 drills

Scoring48%

Distance Control31%

Visualization21%

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Avoid 3-Putt: Chip Inside Circle

Pick landing spot, for a 19-handicap player, ~15 minutes.

Short Game~26 min19 HCP9 drills

Scoring32%

Accuracy31%

Alignment11%

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Reduce Misses With Short Irons

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

Driving Range~31 min17 HCP3 drills

Distance Control27%

Trajectory20%

Scoring20%

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Feel the power—reach your target zones consistently

Reach target zones, for a 6-handicap player, ~10 minutes.

Driving Range~31 min6 HCP3 drills

Distance Control35%

Scoring23%

Trajectory22%

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Eliminate Hook With Long Irons

Control flight, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.

Driving Range~31 min35 HCP7 drills

Precision33%

Mechanics19%

Aim16%

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Shape it up: fade or draw with your woods

Fade or draw woods, for a 31-handicap player, ~30 minutes.

Driving Range~31 min30 HCP4 drills

Trajectory28%

Mechanics23%

Distance Control14%

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Prepare for Tournaments at Waikoloa Village

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 Waikoloa Village

Get answers to common questions about playing Waikoloa Village and what to expect.

How difficult is Waikoloa Village for mid-handicap golfers?

Waikoloa Village is regarded as a strategically complex layout. This slope level makes it manageable compared to championship venues. The course rating of 70 reflects on scoring relative to par 72.

What tees should a 15 handicap play at Waikoloa Village?

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 Waikoloa Village?

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 Waikoloa Village and how does yardage affect play?

Stretching to 6500 yards from the back tees, it does not overwhelm length but rewards accuracy.

What type of course is Waikoloa Village 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 Waikoloa Village 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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