Position feet correctly, for a 12-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Putting18-30 min12 HCP3 drills
Alignment37%
Aim22%
Stroke13%
Practice Programs
Complete Golf Practice Blueprint for Wailea Golf Club
Discover tailored practice programs for this course.
Total Programs
15
15 complete programs built for this course
Unique Drills
85
Total unique drills across all programs
Skill Pillars
12
Accuracy · Aim · Alignment · Dispersion · Distance Control · Green Reading
Session Durations
7
3 days , 4 days , 5 days , 6 days , 7 days , 8 days , 9 days
AccuracyAimAlignmentDispersionDistance ControlGreen Reading+6 more
Blue Wave Practice Profile
We've mapped a comprehensive practice profile for Blue Wave, 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 30%Precision 22%Distance Control 17%Dispersion 14%Aim 14%
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.
17.8
Average HCP
9.9
Minimum HCP
31.3
Maximum HCP
Top Drills
Featured Drills for Blue Wave
Most-used drills from for this course. Practice as standalone drills or scroll down for full programs.
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.
Short Game26 min
Bump-n-Run | Deep Rough and Other | Flat
Hit bump-n-run two buckets of balls (avg. bucket is 40 balls) from the flat deep rough and other extreme grass types.
Driving Range31 min
Driver | Around the Stick
Curve the ball around the alignment stick using using driver only. Hit one bucket of ~50 balls.
Short Game26 min
DIY Course Hard
Make a DIY 9 hole hard-difficulty course. Every hole is PAR 2. Count the score.
Putting30 min
Putting Aid: Chalk Line, 50 in Row
Make 50 putts in a row over the chalk starting line.
Putting18 min
Putting Aid: String Line, 50 in a Row
Make 50 putts in a row, underneath the hanging string line.
Course Details
Everything you need to know about Blue Wave.
Contact Information
📞
Phone
+44 (0)1250 872622
📠
Fax
+44 (0) 1250 872622
✉️Email
info@waileagolf.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
100 Wailea Golf Club Drive
Course Description
Located at the world renowned Wailea Resort along Maui's southern coast, Wailea Golf Club is home to three award-winning championship golf courses – the Gold, Emerald and the Blue. Designed by world-renowned architects Robert Trent Jones Jr. and Arthur Jack Snyder, Wailea's accolades include over 170 honors of achievement; and has proudly welcomed some of golf's greatest as host of the PGA's Champions Skins Game and LPGA Skins Game. Wailea Golf Club also includes a premier tennis facility, practice and teaching facility and impressive golf retail shops. Within Wailea Resort, you will find 8 luxury hotel properties, vacation rental townhouses, villas, and penthouses, over 45 dining experiences, five crescent-shaped golden sand beaches, spas, shopping and more.
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Course Information
Holes
54
Par
31
Type
Parkland
Architect
Jack Snyder
Opened
1972
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Programs
Skill-Based Practice Programs for Blue Wave
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 15 Programs
% match to course practice profileFocus on ball roll and finish position, for a 1-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Putting~18 min0 HCP5 drills
Visualization32%
Distance Control28%
Dispersion20%
Hit intended line, for a 23-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Short Game~26 min22 HCP3 drills
Aim34%
Precision21%
Alignment13%
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Get StartedLand 2-3 feet away, for a 12-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min11 HCP7 drills
Scoring23%
Distance Control21%
Accuracy15%
11 Week Flagship Program for Blue Wave
A complete and progressive long-term development curriculum mapped from easier to harder drills, specifically for Blue Wave. Start with the basics and work your way towards more challenging drills. Commit to 11 weeks of training and get in proper shape. Four days counts as a week.
Week 1≤ 3 days
Putting · 3 ft (1m) only
Hit Center Of Cup From 3 Feet
Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 12.0
Weeks 1–2≤ 5 days
Putting · Long (20+ ft)
Sink All Long Putts
Difficulty: Expert · Program HCP 0.0
Week 3≤ 3 days
Short Game · Pitch
Dial in your aim: pitch to a tight pin
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 22.0
Weeks 3–5≤ 7 days
Short Game · Bump'n'Run
Pinpoint accuracy: leave yourself a tap-in from anywhere
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 22.0
Weeks 5–7≤ 7 days
Short Game · Mixed
Save par with a clutch mixed shot—pressure drill
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 21.0
Weeks 7–9≤ 6 days
Driving Range · Driver
Driver Fairway Accuracy For Beginners
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Weeks 9–10≤ 4 days
Driving Range · Mid irons (7,6,5)
Feet, hips, shoulders—consistent contact
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Week 10≤ 3 days
Driving Range · Woods (Hy,5W,3W)
Stop Missing 3-Wood Fairways
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Week 11≤ 4 days
Driving Range · Wedges (LW,SW,GW,PW)
Center of the green: reduce spread on wedges
Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 17.0
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Control 3-wood dispersion, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Driving Range~31 min35 HCP3 drills
Precision36%
Aim25%
Scoring14%
Reduce driver spread, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Driving Range~31 min17 HCP5 drills
Dispersion31%
Precision20%
Scoring16%
Challenge limits, for a 23-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Short Game~26 min22 HCP7 drills
Precision21%
Distance Control20%
Scoring19%
Short game from tough lies, for a 1-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Short Game~26 min0 HCP8 drills
Scoring49%
Distance Control29%
Visualization22%
Up-and-down contest, for a 21-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Short Game~26 min21 HCP9 drills
Scoring44%
Distance Control31%
Visualization20%
Land 3-4 feet away, for a 17-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min16 HCP9 drills
Accuracy26%
Distance Control17%
Alignment16%
Control the rollout distance, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min17 HCP9 drills
Scoring38%
Accuracy31%
Visualization8%
Maximize in regulation, for a 1-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Driving Range~31 min0 HCP6 drills
Scoring30%
Dispersion17%
Precision13%
Control ball flight basics, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Driving Range~31 min35 HCP6 drills
Precision29%
Mechanics22%
Trajectory19%
Avoid fat or thin shots, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Driving Range~31 min35 HCP4 drills
Mechanics45%
Precision30%
Trajectory25%
Keep within 2 yards, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Driving Range30-43 min17 HCP4 drills
Scoring34%
Dispersion33%
Precision17%
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Prepare for Tournaments at Blue Wave
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FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions about Blue Wave
Get answers to common questions about playing Blue Wave and what to expect.
How difficult is Blue Wave for mid-handicap golfers?
From a scoring perspective, Blue Wave challenges consistency. This slope level makes it manageable compared to championship venues. The course rating of 70 reflects on scoring relative to par 31.
What tees should a 15 handicap play at Blue Wave?
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 Blue Wave?
With a course rating of 70 and par 31, a mid-handicap golfer would typically score in the mid to high 80s. Stronger players aiming to break 31 must manage approach shots and avoid penalty strokes.
How long is Blue Wave 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 Blue Wave 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 Blue Wave 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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