Practice Programs

Complete Golf Practice Blueprint for Whaleback Golf Course

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Parkwood, QLD, Australia

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Total Programs

15 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

Whaleback Golf Course Practice Profile

We've mapped a comprehensive practice profile for Whaleback Golf Course, 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 27%Distance Control 23%Accuracy 18%Precision 16%Aim 12%

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

9.6

Minimum HCP

33.5

Maximum HCP

Top Drills

Featured Drills for Whaleback Golf Course

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

Putting15 min

One Handed, Ball Gate, 12 in a Row

Make 12 putts in a row, one-handed 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

Wedges (LW to PW) | Alternate Targets Challenge

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

Driving Range31 min

Wedges (LW to PW) | Birdie-Par-Bogey Radius

Use wedges only to land the ball inside the radius. Hit one bucket of ~50 balls. Keep the score relative to PAR.

Driving Range30 min

Wedges (LW to PW) | Target Line (Longer)

Hit to different targets using wedges only. Hit one bucket of ~50 balls.

Driving Range31 min

Wedges (LW to PW) | Scattered Targets (Shorter)

Hit to different targets using wedges only. Hit one bucket of ~50 balls.

Course Details

Everything you need to know about Whaleback Golf Course.

Contact Information

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Phone

+44 (0)1250 872622

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Fax

+44 (0) 1250 872622

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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

Whaleback Ave, Parkwood WA 6147, Australia

Course Information

Holes

Par

Type

Parkland

Opened

1981

Google Reviews

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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 Whaleback Golf Course, all within a single responsive scorecard.

Men's Tees

Women's Tees

61018, USGA, Blue, Men Tee

Gender: MalePar 716101 yards5579 metersCR 68.8Bogey 90.1Slope 115

Gender: Male

Front Nine · CR 34.0 · BR 44.3 · Slope 111

Back Nine · CR 34.8 · BR 45.8 · 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	4	5	4	4	3	4	3	4	35	4	5	4	3	4	4	5	4	3	36	71
Handicap	—	—	—	—	—	—	—	—	—	—	—	—	—	—	—	—	—	—	—	—	—
Yardage	402	302	443	353	323	185	350	180	394	2932	323	506	310	157	427	351	509	416	170	3169	6101

61018, USGA, Red, Women Tee

Gender: FemalePar 715434 yards4969 metersCR 70.9Bogey 98.2Slope 116

Gender: Female

Front Nine · CR 35.0 · BR 48.5 · Slope 114

Back Nine · CR 35.9 · BR 49.7 · Slope 117

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	5	4	4	3	4	3	4	35	4	5	4	3	4	4	5	4	3	36	71
Handicap	—	—	—	—	—	—	—	—	—	—	—	—	—	—	—	—	—	—	—	—	—
Yardage	360	279	418	311	291	138	301	155	361	2614	301	452	265	122	394	307	454	394	131	2820	5434

Programs

Skill-Based Practice Programs for Whaleback Golf Course

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 profile

Stop Missed Mid Putts Accurately

43% match

For 61018, USGA, Blue, Men tees

Pick a specific spot, for a 11-handicap player, ~15 minutes.

Putting15-18 min11 HCP5 drills

Aim39%

Scoring16%

Alignment14%

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Escape Every Bunker Successfully

62% match

For 61018, USGA, Blue, Men tees

Sand from deep bunkers, for a 4-handicap player, ~10 minutes.

Short Game~26 min4 HCP9 drills

Distance Control22%

Precision22%

Aim16%

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Land Flop Shots Near Hole

60% match

For 61018, USGA, Blue, Men tees

Avoid big numbers, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.

Short Game~26 min35 HCP9 drills

Alignment31%

Aim18%

Scoring18%

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Pick your line and stick it—wedge accuracy

71% match

For 61018, USGA, Blue, Men tees

Hit close to hole, for a 11-handicap player, ~15 minutes.

Driving Range30-31 min10 HCP6 drills

Distance Control33%

Scoring32%

Accuracy22%

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14 Week Flagship Program for Whaleback Golf Course

A complete and progressive long-term development curriculum mapped from easier to harder drills, specifically for Whaleback Golf Course. Start with the basics and work your way towards more challenging drills. Commit to 14 weeks of training and get in proper shape. Four days counts as a week.

Weeks 1–2≤ 5 days

Putting · 6 ft (2m) only

Stop Missed Mid Putts Accurately

Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 11.0

Weeks 2–4≤ 7 days

Short Game · Flop

Land Flop Shots Near Hole

Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0

Weeks 4–5≤ 4 days

Driving Range · Short irons (9,8)

Check your setup: avoid slices and hooks

Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0

Weeks 5–6≤ 6 days

Putting · 3 ft (1m) only

Focus On Cup Accuracy

Difficulty: Expert · Program HCP 2.0

Weeks 7–9≤ 7 days

Short Game · Bump'n'Run

Can you land every Bump'n'Run inside 2 feet?

Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 23.0

Weeks 9–11≤ 7 days

Driving Range · Short irons (9,8)

Pinpoint accuracy: leave yourself a tap-in

Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 32.0

Weeks 11–12≤ 4 days

Putting · Long (20+ ft)

Sink All Long Putts

Difficulty: Expert · Program HCP 0.0

Weeks 12–13≤ 5 days

Short Game · Bump'n'Run

Lag it close: can you control your rollout every time?

Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 18.0

Weeks 13–14≤ 3 days

Driving Range · Woods (Hy,5W,3W)

Fairway finder: hit every 3-wood to the short grass

Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 17.0

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Fairway finder: hit every 3-wood to the short grass

69% match

For 61018, USGA, Blue, Men tees

Stick to woods line, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.

Driving Range~31 min17 HCP3 drills

Accuracy32%

Scoring25%

Distance Control23%

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Bump'n'Run 10–20 Yds

76% match

For 61018, USGA, Blue, Men tees

Save par consistently, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.

Short Game~26 min17 HCP7 drills

Scoring31%

Accuracy24%

Precision11%

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Reach the green: consistent length with hybrids and woods

66% match

For 61018, USGA, Blue, Men tees

Hit varying targets, for a 14-handicap player, ~15 minutes.

Driving Range30-31 min14 HCP5 drills

Distance Control33%

Scoring18%

Accuracy14%

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Focus On Cup Accuracy

64% match

For 61018, USGA, Red, Women tees

Sink with precision, for a 2-handicap player, ~10 minutes.

Putting15-30 min2 HCP6 drills

Scoring35%

Precision29%

Aim14%

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Sink All Long Putts

24% match

For 61018, USGA, Red, Women tees

Hit putts with both left and right breaks, for a 1-handicap player, ~10 minutes.

Putting~18 min0 HCP4 drills

Distance Control46%

Visualization37%

Dispersion18%

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Lag it close: can you control your rollout every time?

52% match

For 61018, USGA, Red, Women tees

Control rollout, for a 19-handicap player, ~15 minutes.

Short Game~26 min18 HCP5 drills

Distance Control37%

Aim15%

Precision15%

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Can you land every Bump'n'Run inside 2 feet?

67% match

For 61018, USGA, Red, Women tees

Roll to tap-in range, for a 23-handicap player, ~20 minutes.

Short Game~26 min23 HCP9 drills

Scoring35%

Accuracy33%

Precision9%

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Visualize the perfect sand shot, then make it happen

47% match

For 61018, USGA, Red, Women tees

See landing and roll, for a 12-handicap player, ~15 minutes.

Short Game~26 min12 HCP5 drills

Scoring42%

Accuracy32%

Visualization26%

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Can you leave yourself a tap-in from 50-100 yards?

74% match

For 61018, USGA, Red, Women tees

Stick to wedge line, for a 4-handicap player, ~10 minutes.

Driving Range30-43 min3 HCP6 drills

Distance Control34%

Scoring30%

Accuracy24%

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Check your setup: avoid slices and hooks

17% match

For 61018, USGA, Red, Women tees

Perfect short iron swing, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.

Driving Range~31 min35 HCP4 drills

Mechanics45%

Precision29%

Trajectory26%

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Pinpoint accuracy: leave yourself a tap-in

39% match

For 61018, USGA, Red, Women tees

Leave tap-ins, for a 33-handicap player, ~30 minutes.

Driving Range30-31 min32 HCP8 drills

Precision33%

Aim17%

Mechanics17%

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Prepare for Tournaments at Whaleback Golf Course

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FAQ

Frequently Asked Questions about Whaleback Golf Course

Get answers to common questions about playing Whaleback Golf Course and what to expect.

How difficult is Whaleback Golf Course for mid-handicap golfers?

Whaleback Golf Course is regarded as a strategically complex layout. The 115.0 slope rating keeps it accessible for developing players. The course rating of 68.8 reflects on scoring relative to par 71.

What tees should a 15 handicap play at Whaleback Golf Course?

A 15 handicap golfer should consider tees closer to 5768 yards. The back tees extend to 6101.0 yards, which makes approach shots longer and scoring more challenging.

What is considered a good score at Whaleback Golf Course?

With a course rating of 68.8 and par 71, a mid-handicap golfer would typically score in the mid to high 80s. Stronger players aiming to break 71 must manage approach shots and avoid penalty strokes.

How long is Whaleback Golf Course and how does yardage affect play?

At a full length of 6101.0 yards, it emphasizes accuracy and wedge play.

What type of course is Whaleback Golf Course 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 Whaleback Golf Course strategically challenging?

The combination of a slope rating of 115.0 and yardage reaching 6101.0 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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