Practice Programs
We studied this course layout and mapped exact drills around stroke index, handicap index and distances. Practice like you know Rip Arnold.
Total Programs
17
17 complete programs built for this course
Unique Drills
76
Total unique drills across all programs
Skill Pillars
11
Accuracy · Aim · Alignment · Dispersion · Distance Control · Mechanics
Session Durations
5
3 days , 4 days , 5 days , 7 days , 8 days
We've mapped a comprehensive practice profile for Rip Arnold, 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.
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Skill Distribution
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.
Top Drills
Most-used drills from for this course. Practice as standalone drills or scroll down for full programs.
Make 10 out of 20 putts through the ball gate, using plane board.
Up to 5 players compete to stop a chip shot inside the quadrant(s). The player with the most points at the end wins the challenge. 25 balls per player are needed.
Complete the Ladder Challenge using long irons only. Hit one bucket of ~50 balls.
Make 10 out of 20 putts, underneath the hanging string line.
Make 10 out of 20 putts over the chalk starting line.
Align a bucket of balls (avg. bucket is 40 balls) into 10 equal parallel piles of 4 balls next to the green and stop bump-n-run shots inside Bullseye. Count the number of balls in the inner and outer Bullseye.
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The legendary Cherry Hills Country Club has hosted 12 major tournaments during its storied 93 year history and is perennially listed in the Top 100 clubs in the United States. Most recently the Club hosted the 2014 BMW Championship that included the top 70 professional golfers in the world. The tournament was named PGA Tournament of the Year for the 3rd year and raised $3.5MM for the Evans Scholarship Fund.The Club hosted the 1960 US Open which many golf historians consider to be one of golf's best ever tournaments that produced Arnold Palmer's only US Open win against the likes of Jack Nicklaus and Ben Hogan. Palmer stormed back on the final round making birdie on 6 of the first 7 holes and with Ben Hogan's bogey on 17 & 18 Palmer won his first and only US Open.In addition to premier playing conditions for golf the Club provides spectacular Food and Beverage with patio dining overlooking the majestic rocky mountains. Additionally, the Club has a seasonal pool operation and a formidable tennis program with 6 hard courts and 2 clay courts.The Clubhouse was designed by Burnham and Merrill Hoyt who also won acclaims for designing Red Rocks Amphitheatre just west of Denver along with the Denver Press Club, the original Children's Hospital and the Denver Public Library.Cherry Hills hires over 100 seasonal coworkers each spring to ensure all it's golf, tennis, aquatic, culinary, beverage and social programming is staffed with the best talent possible. Interested applicants should check the Employment tab of the Club's website at www.CHCC.com
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Holes
18
Par
27
Type
Parkland
Opened
1922
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Drill Library
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Curated selection of drills based on Rip Arnold hole-by-hole data.
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Free eBook
Curated selection of drills based on Rip Arnold hole-by-hole data.
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Curated selection of drills based on Rip Arnold hole-by-hole data.
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Programs
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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% match to course practice profileHit putts with both left and right breaks, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Align stance properly, for a 11-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
A complete and progressive long-term development curriculum mapped from easier to harder drills, specifically for Rip Arnold. 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.
Full 42 days 59 page practice program designed specifically around this course hole by hole data.
Putting · 9 ft (3m) only
Control 9 Ft Putts
Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 17.0
Short Game · Bump'n'Run
Keep Ball Close To Hole
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Driving Range · Woods (Hy,5W,3W)
Feet, hips, shoulders—get it right for consistent contact
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Putting · 9 ft (3m) only
Control 9 Ft Putts
Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 17.0
Short Game · Bump'n'Run
Pinpoint accuracy: leave yourself a tap-in from anywhere
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 24.0
Driving Range · Long irons (4,3,2)
Hit the green with the perfect trajectory
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 31.0
Putting · 9 ft (3m) only
Target Cup Accurately On All Shots
Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 11.0
Short Game · Chip
Stop Ball on Dime
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 24.0
Driving Range · Wedges (LW,SW,GW,PW)
Improve Wedge Accuracy
Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 17.0
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Stop on a dime, for a 25-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Use a short swing, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Draw or fade long irons, for a 32-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Hit varying targets, for a 14-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Practice uphill and downhill putts, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Match plan to shot, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
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Get StartedLand 3-4 feet away, for a 17-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Land within 2 feet, for a 2-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Pinpoint accuracy, for a 25-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Save par clutch, for a 24-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Reduce driver spread, for a 12-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Match swing to shot, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Advanced accuracy, for a 1-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Maximize in regulation, for a 1-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Control distance, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
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FAQ
Get answers to common questions about playing Rip Arnold and what to expect.
Rip Arnold is regarded as a strategically complex layout. The 120 slope rating keeps it accessible for developing players. The course rating of 70 reflects on scoring relative to par 27.
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.
With a course rating of 70 and par 27, a mid-handicap golfer would typically score in the mid to high 80s. Stronger players aiming to break 27 must manage approach shots and avoid penalty strokes.
At a full length of 6500 yards, it balances distance with positional strategy.
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.
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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