Practice Programs

Complete Golf Practice Blueprint for Windross Farm Golf Course

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Total Programs

12 complete programs built for this course

Unique Drills

Total unique drills across all programs

Skill Pillars

Accuracy · Aim · Alignment · Dispersion · Distance Control · Mechanics

Session Durations

3 days , 4 days , 5 days , 6 days , 7 days , 9 days

AccuracyAimAlignmentDispersionDistance ControlMechanics+4 more

Windross Farm Practice Profile

We've mapped a comprehensive practice profile for Windross Farm, 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 25%Distance Control 23%Precision 21%Accuracy 15%Trajectory 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.

20.3

Average HCP

11.4

Minimum HCP

32.5

Maximum HCP

Top Drills

Featured Drills for Windross Farm

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

Short Game26 min

Pitch | Parallel Ball Lines | Bullseye 2x

Up to 5 players compete to stop a pitch shot in the bullseye. The best final score relative to PAR wins the challenge. Up to 80 balls are needed.

Driving Range31 min

Wedges (LW to PW) | Progressive Targets Challenge

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

Short Game26 min

Pitch| Scattered Piles | Bullseye 2x

Scatter a bucket of balls (avg. bucket is 40 balls) into 8 equal piles of 5 balls and stop pitch shots inside the Bullseye. Count the number of balls in the inner and outer Bullseye.

Short Game26 min

Pitch | Deep Rough and Other | Flat

Hit two buckets of balls (avg. bucket is 40 balls) from the flat deep rough and other extreme grass types.

Short Game26 min

Pitch | Fairway | Above/Below Feet

Up to 5 players hit two buckets of balls (avg. bucket is 40 balls) from the sloped fairway; one bucket with balls above feet level, and one bucket with balls below feet level.

Short Game26 min

Pitch | Perpendicular Piles | 9 Stop Zones

Up to 5 players compete to stop a pitch shot in the stop zone(s). The player with the most points at the end wins the challenge. One bucket of balls per player is needed.

Course Details

Everything you need to know about Windross Farm.

Contact Information

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Phone

+44 (0)1250 872622

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Fax

+44 (0) 1250 872622

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shop@windrossfarm.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

237 Alfriston-Ardmore Road

Course Description

Windross Farm Golf Course is a championship-style golf destination located on 60 hectares of rural Auckland farmland in New Zealand. The course features a unique links-style layout with a mix of flat and undulating terrain, man-made lakes, and dramatic bunkers, complemented by a minimalist clubhouse and facilities. It offers a premier golfing experience for visitors and members, with a focus on natural scenery and high-quality amenities in the Auckland region. The venue also supports hospitality options and corporate golf experiences through its club facilities.

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Course Information

Holes

Par

Type

Parkland

Architect

Brett Thomson

Opened

2011

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Programs

Skill-Based Practice Programs for Windross Farm

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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Save Par On Every Approach

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

Short Game~26 min16 HCP9 drills

Distance Control23%

Accuracy20%

Scoring19%

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Land 3–4 Feet From Pin

Flop over hazards, for a 16-handicap player, ~15 minutes.

Short Game~26 min15 HCP5 drills

Scoring27%

Accuracy22%

Distance Control20%

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Control Driver Flight Path

Control flight path, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.

Driving Range~31 min17 HCP3 drills

Scoring27%

Dispersion20%

Precision17%

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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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13 Week Flagship Program for Windross Farm

A complete and progressive long-term development curriculum mapped from easier to harder drills, specifically for Windross Farm. Start with the basics and work your way towards more challenging drills. Commit to 13 weeks of training and get in proper shape. Four days counts as a week.

Weeks 1–2≤ 7 days

Short Game · Chip

Close from Tough Lie

Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 20.0

Weeks 2–4≤ 6 days

Short Game · Pitch

Can you stop the ball close from 30 yards?

Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 16.0

Weeks 4–6≤ 7 days

Short Game · Pitch

Save Par On Every Approach

Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 16.0

Weeks 6–8≤ 7 days

Driving Range · Long irons (4,3,2)

Eliminate Hook With Long Irons

Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0

Weeks 8–9≤ 4 days

Driving Range · Short irons (9,8)

Perfect your swing: mechanics for short iron success

Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0

Weeks 9–10≤ 6 days

Driving Range · Wedges (LW,SW,GW,PW)

Wedge Distance Control Inside 100 Yards

Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0

Weeks 10–11≤ 3 days

Driving Range · Driver

Control Driver Flight Path

Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 17.0

Weeks 11–12≤ 4 days

Driving Range · Wedges (LW,SW,GW,PW)

Pick your line and stick it—wedge accuracy

Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 17.0

Weeks 12–13≤ 3 days

Driving Range · Short irons (9,8)

Short Iron Distance Control

Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 17.0

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Can you stop the ball close from 30 yards?

Feel the distance, for a 17-handicap player, ~15 minutes.

Short Game~26 min16 HCP6 drills

Distance Control29%

Accuracy23%

Alignment22%

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Land Every Flop Shot Softly

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

Short Game~26 min2 HCP4 drills

Precision28%

Distance Control24%

Aim17%

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Can you match your plan to your shot?

Match plan to shot, for a 14-handicap player, ~15 minutes.

Short Game~26 min14 HCP6 drills

Scoring45%

Accuracy32%

Visualization24%

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Close from Tough Lie

Thread the needle, for a 21-handicap player, ~20 minutes.

Short Game~26 min20 HCP7 drills

Distance Control32%

Precision24%

Dispersion11%

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Perfect your swing: mechanics for short iron success

Avoid slices and hooks, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.

Driving Range~31 min35 HCP4 drills

Mechanics45%

Precision29%

Trajectory26%

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Short Iron Distance Control

Control distance, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.

Driving Range~31 min17 HCP3 drills

Distance Control27%

Scoring20%

Trajectory20%

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Wedge Distance Control Inside 100 Yards

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

Driving Range~31 min35 HCP6 drills

Precision26%

Mechanics23%

Trajectory18%

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Pick your line and stick it—wedge accuracy

Leave tap-ins, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.

Driving Range30-31 min17 HCP4 drills

Scoring33%

Distance Control26%

Accuracy20%

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2026

Prepare for Tournaments at Windross Farm

Follow a complete multi-week structured practice program ahead of the upcoming events and arrive prepared.

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New Zealand All Abilities Championship 2026

3/21/2026

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New Zealand Golf

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New Zealand

NextGen Windross Farm

4/30/2026

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WAGR

All Ages

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New Zealand

NextGen Windross Farm

4/30/2026

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women

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New Zealand

Auckland Match Play Championship

11/5/2026

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WAGR

All Ages

men

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New Zealand

Women's Auckland Match Play Championship

11/5/2026

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WAGR

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women

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FAQ

Frequently Asked Questions about Windross Farm

Get answers to common questions about playing Windross Farm and what to expect.

How difficult is Windross Farm for mid-handicap golfers?

From a scoring perspective, Windross Farm challenges consistency. With a slope of 120, it remains playable for a wide handicap range. The course rating of 70 reflects on scoring relative to par 72.

What tees should a 15 handicap play at Windross Farm?

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 Windross Farm?

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 Windross Farm and how does yardage affect play?

Measuring 6500 yards at maximum length, scoring depends more on placement than raw power.

What type of course is Windross Farm and how should I play it?

Windross Farm 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 Windross Farm 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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