68% match
For Blue tees
Finish putts in one motion, for a 2-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Putting15-24 min1 HCP4 drills
Precision34%
Scoring33%
Aim20%
Practice Programs
Complete Golf Practice Blueprint for Columbia Country Club
Discover tailored practice programs for this course.
Total Programs
48
48 complete programs built for this course
Unique Drills
195
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
Ridgewood/Tall Pines Practice Profile
We've mapped a comprehensive practice profile for Ridgewood/Tall Pines, 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%Precision 17%Accuracy 16%Aim 15%
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.
17.5
Average HCP
9.9
Minimum HCP
29.5
Maximum HCP
Top Drills
Featured Drills for Ridgewood/Tall Pines
Most-used drills from for this course. Practice as standalone drills or scroll down for full programs.
Putting24 min
Around the Hole: 8 Ball Circle, 4/8
Make 4 out of 8 putts from [6 ft | 2 m], 5 times in total.
Short Game26 min
Chip | Parallel Piles | 9 Stop Zones
Up to 5 players compete to stop a chip 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.
Driving Range30 min
Short irons (9,8) | 5 Ball Flights Challenge
Complete the 5 Ball Flights Challenge using short irons only. Hit one bucket of ~50 balls.
Short Game26 min
Chip | Perpendicular Piles | 3 Landing Zones
Align a bucket of balls (avg. bucket is 40 balls) into 10 equal perpendicular piles of 4 balls and hit-and-land chip shots inside landing zones. Count the number of successes.
Short Game26 min
Chip | Scattered Piles | Bullseye 2x
Up to 5 players compete to stop a chip shot in the bullseye. The best final score relative to PAR wins the challenge. One bucket of balls per player is needed.
Short Game26 min
Chip | Perpendicular Piles | Multiple Targets
Align a bucket of balls (avg. bucket is 40 balls) into 10 equal perpendicular piles of 4 balls and stop chip shots close to multiple targets. Count the number of successes.
Course Details
Everything you need to know about Ridgewood/Tall Pines.
Contact Information
📞
Phone
+44 (0)1250 872622
📠
Fax
+44 (0) 1250 872622
✉️Email
chris@columbiacountryclub.com
Giving lessons at Columbia Country Club? Get featured here.
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
135 Columbia Club Drive West
Course Information
Holes
27
Par
71
Type
Parkland
Architect
Ellis Maples
Opened
1962
Google Reviews
Business Claimed
⭐N/A(0 reviews)
View on Google MapsInterested in our comprehensive dataset of 40,000 golf courses? Contact us to learn more.
Scorecard
Course Scorecard & Tee Insights
Toggle the colour-coded tees to reveal hole-by-hole pars, handicaps, yardages, and gender-specific ratings for Ridgewood/Tall Pines, all within a single responsive scorecard.
Scorecard data available for Blue
Men's Tees
Tee Insight:Players face ongoing tests from par fours that risk big scores if drives stray. Par fives mix in easier breaths for lower numbers amid firm challenge.
B
Blue Tee
Gender: MalePar 726773 yards6193 metersCR 73.1Bogey 99.0Slope 140
Gender: Male
Front Nine · CR 36.5 · BR 49.3 · Slope 138
Back Nine · CR 36.6 · BR 49.7 · Slope 141
| 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 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 3 | 4 | 36 | 4 | 4 | 5 | 4 | 3 | 5 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 36 | 72 |
| Handicap | 5 | 7 | 13 | 11 | 9 | 1 | 17 | 15 | 3 | — | 10 | 4 | 12 | 14 | 6 | 16 | 2 | 18 | 8 | — | — |
| Yardage | 390 | 405 | 505 | 392 | 187 | 430 | 519 | 172 | 409 | 3409 | 400 | 375 | 514 | 355 | 213 | 510 | 407 | 172 | 418 | 3364 | 6773 |
G
Gold Tee
Gender: MalePar 727210 yards6593 metersCR 75.0Bogey 102.1Slope 146
Gender: Male
Front Nine · CR 37.3 · BR 50.6 · Slope 143
Back Nine · CR 37.7 · BR 51.5 · Slope 149
| 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 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 3 | 4 | 36 | 4 | 4 | 5 | 4 | 3 | 5 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 36 | 72 |
| Handicap | 5 | 7 | 13 | 11 | 9 | 1 | 17 | 15 | 3 | — | 10 | 4 | 12 | 14 | 6 | 16 | 2 | 18 | 8 | — | — |
| Yardage | 410 | 412 | 542 | 412 | 196 | 458 | 553 | 184 | 439 | 3606 | 427 | 387 | 543 | 360 | 245 | 542 | 449 | 193 | 458 | 3604 | 7210 |
W
White Tee
Gender: MalePar 726270 yards5733 metersCR 70.6Bogey 95.2Slope 132
Gender: Male
Front Nine · CR 35.2 · BR 47.5 · Slope 132
Back Nine · CR 35.4 · BR 47.7 · Slope 132
| 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 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 3 | 4 | 36 | 4 | 4 | 5 | 4 | 3 | 5 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 36 | 72 |
| Handicap | 5 | 7 | 13 | 11 | 9 | 1 | 17 | 15 | 3 | — | 10 | 4 | 12 | 14 | 6 | 16 | 2 | 18 | 8 | — | — |
| Yardage | 360 | 366 | 476 | 353 | 154 | 409 | 496 | 138 | 382 | 3134 | 380 | 350 | 504 | 311 | 187 | 495 | 397 | 135 | 377 | 3136 | 6270 |
Programs
Skill-Based Practice Programs for Ridgewood/Tall Pines
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.
Filter programs by category (select one)
Showing 48 Programs
% match to course practice profile40% match
For Blue tees
Vary landing spot, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Putting15-27 min17 HCP4 drills
Distance Control35%
Visualization25%
Dispersion23%
Unlock Your Golf Potential
Get personalized coaching and custom training programs tailored to your game.
Get Started44% match
For Blue tees
Match plan to shot, for a 15-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min15 HCP4 drills
Scoring45%
Accuracy31%
Visualization25%
77% match
For Blue tees
Thread the gap, for a 20-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Short Game~26 min20 HCP8 drills
Precision22%
Scoring21%
Distance Control14%
13 Week Flagship Program for Ridgewood/Tall Pines
A complete and progressive long-term development curriculum mapped from easier to harder drills, specifically for Ridgewood/Tall Pines. 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.
Week 1≤ 4 days
Putting · Long (20+ ft)
Control Distance
Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 17.0
Weeks 2–4≤ 7 days
Short Game · Chip
Avoid Three-Putts
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Weeks 4–6≤ 7 days
Driving Range · Woods (Hy,5W,3W)
3-Wood Dispersion Control For Beginners
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Weeks 6–7≤ 5 days
Putting · 6 ft (2m) only
Save Par From 6 Foot Putts
Difficulty: Expert · Program HCP 4.0
Weeks 7–9≤ 7 days
Short Game · Chip
Chip 5–15 Yds From Fringe
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Weeks 9–11≤ 6 days
Driving Range · Wedges (LW,SW,GW,PW)
Control Wedge Roll
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Week 11≤ 3 days
Putting · 3 ft (1m) only
Save Par From 3 Foot Putts
Difficulty: Expert · Program HCP 3.0
Week 12≤ 4 days
Short Game · Pitch
Keep Par Safe
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Week 13≤ 4 days
Driving Range · Driver
Driver Fairway Accuracy For Beginners
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Mobile app
Star this curriculum and sync to your phone
Save it to favorites, get personalized recs, and track completions anywhere.
★Starred syncs to your profile across web + mobile
Use the same account to keep your starred curriculum synced.
70% match
For Blue tees
Precision short irons, for a 1-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Driving Range30-31 min0 HCP7 drills
Scoring33%
Precision19%
Dispersion13%
49% match
For Blue tees
Stay on fairways, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Driving Range~31 min35 HCP8 drills
Precision28%
Mechanics17%
Trajectory16%
70% match
For Blue tees
Dial in touch, for a 23-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Short Game~26 min23 HCP9 drills
Scoring31%
Accuracy29%
Distance Control10%
79% match
For Blue tees
Precision mid-irons, for a 1-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Driving Range~31 min0 HCP8 drills
Scoring27%
Distance Control17%
Precision17%
41% match
For Blue tees
Make Every 20+ Ft Putt
Putting~18 min0 HCP6 drills
Distance Control31%
Visualization31%
Dispersion22%
69% match
For Blue tees
Feel the green, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Short Game~26 min34 HCP9 drills
Distance Control27%
Scoring24%
Alignment20%
63% match
For Blue tees
Avoid 3-putt, for a 17-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min17 HCP7 drills
Accuracy24%
Distance Control24%
Alignment17%
66% match
For Blue tees
Chip through gate, for a 2-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Short Game~26 min1 HCP5 drills
Aim29%
Distance Control19%
Precision18%
50% match
For Blue tees
Avoid 3-Putt: Chip Inside Circle
Short Game~26 min17 HCP3 drills
Accuracy37%
Alignment22%
Distance Control18%
57% match
For Blue tees
Pinpoint mixed shots, for a 20-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Short Game~26 min20 HCP7 drills
Precision29%
Aim24%
Distance Control18%
Unlock Your Golf Potential
Get personalized coaching and custom training programs tailored to your game.
Get Started58% match
For Blue tees
Dial in aim, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Short Game~26 min34 HCP4 drills
Aim30%
Precision20%
Scoring19%
57% match
For Blue tees
Stop on a dime, for a 17-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min16 HCP9 drills
Distance Control31%
Accuracy25%
Alignment16%
60% match
For Blue tees
Feel the green, for a 7-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Short Game~26 min6 HCP5 drills
Distance Control38%
Scoring18%
Trajectory17%
57% match
For Blue tees
Pick landing spot, for a 16-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min16 HCP9 drills
Accuracy35%
Distance Control21%
Scoring19%
54% match
For Blue tees
Thread the gap, for a 15-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min15 HCP5 drills
Precision32%
Distance Control28%
Dispersion15%
24% match
For Blue tees
Make par, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Driving Range~31 min35 HCP4 drills
Mechanics34%
Precision31%
Trajectory28%
66% match
For Blue tees
Up-and-down contest, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Driving Range~31 min17 HCP3 drills
Scoring27%
Dispersion20%
Precision17%
68% match
For Blue tees
Turn into birdies, for a 1-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Driving Range30-31 min0 HCP6 drills
Scoring29%
Precision20%
Trajectory13%
68% match
For Blue tees
Land 3-4 feet away, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Driving Range~31 min17 HCP4 drills
Dispersion31%
Scoring20%
Accuracy16%
44% match
For Gold tees
See the shot, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min17 HCP4 drills
Scoring45%
Accuracy29%
Visualization26%
44% match
For Gold tees
Visualize perfect flop, for a 15-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min15 HCP4 drills
Scoring45%
Accuracy31%
Visualization25%
60% match
For Gold tees
Chip through gate, for a 31-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Short Game~26 min31 HCP9 drills
Aim34%
Scoring23%
Alignment11%
Unlock Your Golf Potential
Get personalized coaching and custom training programs tailored to your game.
Get Started59% match
For Gold tees
Control distance, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Driving Range~31 min17 HCP3 drills
Distance Control27%
Trajectory20%
Scoring20%
33% match
For Gold tees
Control ball flight basics, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Driving Range~31 min35 HCP6 drills
Precision29%
Mechanics22%
Trajectory19%
45% match
For Gold tees
Stop missed shots, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Driving Range~31 min35 HCP6 drills
Precision26%
Mechanics23%
Trajectory18%
58% match
For Gold tees
Chip through gate, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Short Game23-26 min35 HCP9 drills
Aim26%
Alignment21%
Distance Control21%
74% match
For Gold tees
Vary landing spot, for a 17-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min17 HCP9 drills
Distance Control20%
Precision18%
Aim17%
66% match
For Gold tees
Hit intended line, for a 2-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Short Game~26 min1 HCP5 drills
Aim29%
Distance Control19%
Precision18%
69% match
For Gold tees
Stop on a dime, for a 28-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Short Game~26 min28 HCP5 drills
Distance Control33%
Scoring24%
Dispersion12%
53% match
For Gold tees
Chip through gate, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Short Game~26 min35 HCP4 drills
Aim31%
Distance Control27%
Alignment17%
74% match
For Gold tees
Land 3-4 feet away, for a 16-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min15 HCP9 drills
Accuracy26%
Scoring22%
Distance Control18%
71% match
For Gold tees
Stop on a dime, for a 6-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Short Game~26 min6 HCP5 drills
Distance Control30%
Scoring18%
Trajectory13%
79% match
For Gold tees
Vary landing spot, for a 17-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min16 HCP3 drills
Distance Control30%
Aim17%
Accuracy13%
66% match
For White tees
Focus on par saves, for a 5-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Putting15-24 min4 HCP5 drills
Scoring31%
Precision27%
Aim24%
Unlock Your Golf Potential
Get personalized coaching and custom training programs tailored to your game.
Get Started45% match
For White tees
Eliminate careless misses, for a 3-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Putting18-30 min3 HCP3 drills
Scoring47%
Precision35%
Green Reading18%
63% match
For White tees
Save par, for a 29-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Short Game~26 min29 HCP9 drills
Scoring43%
Alignment16%
Accuracy14%
45% match
For White tees
Feel the distance, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min17 HCP3 drills
Distance Control48%
Dispersion20%
Accuracy13%
66% match
For White tees
Reduce misses, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Driving Range30-43 min17 HCP6 drills
Scoring26%
Distance Control26%
Trajectory18%
52% match
For White tees
Improve accuracy, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Driving Range~31 min17 HCP3 drills
Distance Control25%
Trajectory22%
Scoring20%
70% match
For White tees
Advanced accuracy, for a 1-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Driving Range30-31 min0 HCP7 drills
Scoring33%
Precision19%
Dispersion13%
61% match
For White tees
Avoid Three-Putts
Short Game~26 min35 HCP9 drills
Alignment29%
Distance Control24%
Aim19%
59% match
For White tees
Pick landing spot, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min17 HCP4 drills
Accuracy31%
Scoring23%
Distance Control19%
66% match
For White tees
Chip through gate, for a 2-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Short Game~26 min1 HCP5 drills
Aim29%
Distance Control19%
Precision18%
50% match
For White tees
Stop on a dime, for a 23-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Short Game~26 min23 HCP6 drills
Distance Control33%
Accuracy30%
Alignment27%
2026
Prepare for Tournaments at Ridgewood/Tall Pines
Follow a complete multi-week structured practice program ahead of the upcoming events and arrive prepared.
No upcoming tournaments at this time.
FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions about Ridgewood/Tall Pines
Get answers to common questions about playing Ridgewood/Tall Pines and what to expect.
How difficult is Ridgewood/Tall Pines for mid-handicap golfers?
Ridgewood/Tall Pines is regarded as a strategically complex layout. The slope of 146.0 places it firmly in the upper difficulty tier. The course rating of 75.0 reflects on scoring relative to par 71.
What tees should a 15 handicap play at Ridgewood/Tall Pines?
A 15 handicap golfer should consider tees closer to 6740 yards. The back tees extend to 7210.0 yards, which makes approach shots longer and scoring more challenging.
What is considered a good score at Ridgewood/Tall Pines?
With a course rating of 75.0 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 Ridgewood/Tall Pines and how does yardage affect play?
At a full length of 7210.0 yards, it demands long-iron precision and endurance over 18 holes.
What type of course is Ridgewood/Tall Pines 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 Ridgewood/Tall Pines strategically challenging?
The combination of a slope rating of 146.0 and yardage reaching 7210.0 yards creates consistent pressure on approach shots. You will need to balance risk and reward, especially on longer par 4s and protected greens.
Nearby Courses
Practice Programs for Nearby Courses
Explore practice programs for courses near Ridgewood/Tall Pines. These programs are designed to help you prepare for your next round.
Showing 9 Nearby Courses
48 Programs
0 km away
Lakeside Golf Course - Lakeside Gc
West Bountiful City, UT
13 Programs
0 km away
Columbia Country Club - Ridgewood/Lakeside
Blythewood, South Carolina
49 Programs
0 km away
Columbia Country Club - Tall Pines/Lakeside
Blythewood, South Carolina
17 Programs
0 km away
Columbia Country Club - Ridgewood
Blythewood, South Carolina
12 Programs
0 km away
Columbia Country Club - Tall Pines
Blythewood, South Carolina
14 Programs
0 km away
Columbia Country Club - Lakeside
Blythewood, South Carolina
48 Programs
6.48 km away
Bountiful Ridge Golf Course - Bountiful Ridge Gc
Bountiful, UT
45 Programs
7.83 km away
Eaglewood Golf Course - Eaglewood Gc
North Salt Lake, UT
48 Programs
11.16 km away
Oakridge Country Club - Oakridge Cc
Farmington, UT
Same Architect
Courses by Ellis Maples
Explore other courses designed by Ellis Maples. These courses share similar design philosophies and architectural features.
Showing 6 Courses
Devils Knob Course
Wintergreen Resort
Nellysford, VA
Mountain Springs
Grandfather G&Cc
Linville, NC
Olde Mill
Olde Mill
Laurel Fork, VA
Kinston Cc
Kinston Cc
Kinston, NC
Red Fox Cc
Red Fox Cc
Tryon, NC
River Course
Cc Of Whispering Pines
Whispering Pines, NC