🏌️ Standard 18-Hole Golf Course: Par 3, Par 4, and Par 5 in English only.
For beginners, understanding how a golf course is structured is essential. Most courses are designed with 18 holes , combining Par 3, Par 4, and Par 5 holes in a balanced way. The total par for a full round is usually 72 strokes (Par 72) . 📊 Types of Holes by Par Type Standard Strokes Characteristics Example Scores Par 3 3 strokes Shortest holes. Often aim directly for the green with the tee shot. 3 = Par, 2 = Birdie, 4 = Bogey Par 4 4 strokes Most common hole type. Tee shot to fairway, second shot to green. 4 = Par, 3 = Birdie, 5 = Bogey Par 5 5 strokes Longest holes. Tee shot + second shot to fairway, third shot to green. 5 = Par, 4 = Birdie, 6 = Bogey 🎯 Even-Numbered Score Examples Par 3 Hole : 2 strokes → Birdie 3 strokes → Par 4 strokes → Bogey Par 4 Hole : 3 strokes → Birdie 4 strokes → Par 5 strokes → Bogey Par 5 Hole : 4 strokes → Birdie 5 strokes → Par 6 strokes → Bogey 👉 The key is always comparing your actual strokes to the par value of the hole. 💡 Tips for Beginners Pa...