46% match
For Blue tees
Eliminate Three-Putts
Putting15-27 min17 HCP4 drills
Distance Control35%
Visualization25%
Dispersion23%
Practice Programs
Complete Golf Practice Blueprint for Empire Ranch Gc
Discover tailored practice programs for this course.
Total Programs
49
49 complete programs built for this course
Unique Drills
200
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
Empire Ranch Gc Practice Profile
We've mapped a comprehensive practice profile for Empire Ranch Gc, 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
Distance Control 28%Scoring 25%Accuracy 17%Aim 14%Precision 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.
19.8
Average HCP
11.2
Minimum HCP
33
Maximum HCP
Top Drills
Featured Drills for Empire Ranch Gc
Most-used drills from for this course. Practice as standalone drills or scroll down for full programs.
![Diagram for Stop the Ball: on the Fringe [Long]](https://cdn.prod.website-files.com/65d60f76badcce181f11dc50/665b3864bd3db72ba1e0224a_Slide86.PNG)
Putting18 min
Stop the Ball: on the Fringe [Long]
Stop the ball on the fringe. Hit 20 balls.
Short Game26 min
Chip | Deep Rough and Other | Flat
Up to 5 players hit two buckets of balls (avg. bucket is 40 balls) from the flat deep rough and other extreme grass types.
Driving Range31 min
Mid irons (7,6,5) | Impact and Follow Through
Work only on 'impact and follow through' using mid irons only. Hit one bucket of ~50 balls.
![Diagram for Stop the Ball: Inside the Field [Long]](https://cdn.prod.website-files.com/65d60f76badcce181f11dc50/665b3333053ac0f43d89ac0e_Slide71.PNG)
Putting15 min
Stop the Ball: Inside the Field [Long]
Stop the ball inside five fields to complete the challenge.
![Diagram for Stop the Ball: Circle, Three Tees Triangle [Long]](https://cdn.prod.website-files.com/65d60f76badcce181f11dc50/665b37cd6d6fdd2b5373ac3a_Slide84.PNG)
Putting27 min
Stop the Ball: Circle, Three Tees Triangle [Long]
Stop the ball inside the circle.
![Diagram for Stop the Ball: Circle [Long]](https://cdn.prod.website-files.com/65d60f76badcce181f11dc50/665b34a820f7fd508a0ef596_Slide75.PNG)
Putting18 min
Stop the Ball: Circle [Long]
Stop the ball inside the circle.
Course Details
Everything you need to know about Empire Ranch Gc.
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
1620 E Natoma St, Folsom, CA 95630, USA
Course Description
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Course Information
Holes
18
Par
71
Type
Parkland
Architect
Brad Bell
Opened
2002
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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 Empire Ranch Gc, all within a single responsive scorecard.
Scorecard data available for Blue
Men's Tees
Tee Insight:This course delivers repeated par four tests needing sharp approaches mixed with par five reach decisions, as back nine slope builds extra scoring pressure.This block is REQUIRED
B
Blue Tee
Gender: MalePar 716547 yards5987 metersCR 71.5Bogey 95.1Slope 127
Gender: Male
Front Nine · CR 35.6 · BR 47.1 · Slope 124
Back Nine · CR 35.9 · BR 48.0 · Slope 130
| Hole | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | IN | 10 | 11 | 12 | 13 | 14 | 15 | 16 | 17 | 18 | OUT | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Par | 4 | 3 | 5 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 5 | 3 | 4 | 36 | 4 | 5 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 5 | 3 | 4 | 3 | 35 | 71 |
| Handicap | 7 | 9 | 17 | 11 | 15 | 1 | 3 | 13 | 5 | — | 8 | 10 | 18 | 4 | 12 | 14 | 16 | 6 | 2 | — | — |
| Yardage | 392 | 169 | 492 | 393 | 333 | 394 | 544 | 163 | 381 | 3261 | 358 | 549 | 161 | 460 | 391 | 537 | 184 | 437 | 209 | 3286 | 6547 |
T
Tournament Tee
Gender: MalePar 716200 yards5669 metersCR 69.6Bogey 93.4Slope 127
Gender: Male
Front Nine · CR 35.0 · BR 46.8 · Slope 126
Back Nine · CR 34.6 · BR 46.6 · Slope 128
| Hole | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | IN | 10 | 11 | 12 | 13 | 14 | 15 | 16 | 17 | 18 | OUT | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Par | 4 | 3 | 5 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 5 | 3 | 4 | 36 | 4 | 5 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 5 | 3 | 4 | 3 | 35 | 71 |
| Handicap | 7 | 9 | 17 | 11 | 15 | 1 | 3 | 13 | 5 | — | 8 | 10 | 18 | 4 | 12 | 14 | 16 | 6 | 2 | — | — |
| Yardage | 366 | 169 | 492 | 354 | 333 | 362 | 528 | 163 | 381 | 3148 | 358 | 510 | 161 | 345 | 391 | 537 | 160 | 401 | 189 | 3052 | 6200 |
W
White Tee
Gender: MalePar 715871 yards5368 metersCR 68.2Bogey 90.6Slope 121
Gender: Male
Front Nine · CR 34.4 · BR 45.7 · Slope 122
Back Nine · CR 33.8 · BR 44.9 · Slope 120
| Hole | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | IN | 10 | 11 | 12 | 13 | 14 | 15 | 16 | 17 | 18 | OUT | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Par | 4 | 3 | 5 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 5 | 3 | 4 | 36 | 4 | 5 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 5 | 3 | 4 | 3 | 35 | 71 |
| Handicap | 7 | 9 | 17 | 11 | 15 | 1 | 3 | 13 | 5 | — | 8 | 10 | 18 | 4 | 12 | 14 | 16 | 6 | 2 | — | — |
| Yardage | 366 | 148 | 462 | 354 | 312 | 362 | 483 | 144 | 344 | 2975 | 330 | 510 | 122 | 345 | 374 | 502 | 160 | 401 | 152 | 2896 | 5871 |
W
White/Red Combo Tee
Gender: MalePar 715371 yards4911 metersCR 65.7Bogey 86.3Slope 111
Gender: Male
Front Nine · CR 33.0 · BR 43.4 · Slope 112
Back Nine · CR 32.7 · BR 42.9 · Slope 110
| Hole | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | IN | 10 | 11 | 12 | 13 | 14 | 15 | 16 | 17 | 18 | OUT | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Par | 4 | 3 | 5 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 5 | 3 | 4 | 36 | 4 | 5 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 5 | 3 | 4 | 3 | 35 | 71 |
| Handicap | 7 | 9 | 17 | 11 | 15 | 1 | 3 | 13 | 5 | — | 8 | 10 | 18 | 4 | 12 | 14 | 16 | 6 | 2 | — | — |
| Yardage | 329 | 148 | 398 | 354 | 312 | 310 | 392 | 144 | 344 | 2731 | 296 | 431 | 122 | 345 | 374 | 454 | 103 | 401 | 114 | 2640 | 5371 |
Programs
Skill-Based Practice Programs for Empire Ranch Gc
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 49 Programs
% match to course practice profile46% match
For Blue tees
Sink All Long Putts
Putting~18 min0 HCP6 drills
Visualization31%
Distance Control31%
Dispersion22%
Unlock Your Golf Potential
Get personalized coaching and custom training programs tailored to your game.
Get Started62% match
For Blue tees
Roll the ball low and straight, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Short Game~26 min35 HCP5 drills
Scoring33%
Alignment30%
Aim15%
80% match
For Blue tees
Land near the pin, for a 17-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min17 HCP7 drills
Scoring24%
Accuracy16%
Distance Control15%
11 Week Flagship Program for Empire Ranch Gc
A complete and progressive long-term development curriculum mapped from easier to harder drills, specifically for Empire Ranch Gc. 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.
Week 1≤ 4 days
Putting · Long (20+ ft)
Eliminate Three-Putts
Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 17.0
Weeks 2–3≤ 5 days
Short Game · Mixed
Keep Ball Near Hole
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Week 3≤ 3 days
Driving Range · Long irons (4,3,2)
Center of the green: reduce spread on irons
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Week 4≤ 4 days
Putting · Long (20+ ft)
Eliminate Three-Putts
Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 17.0
Weeks 5–6≤ 5 days
Short Game · Bump'n'Run
Make Par Around the Green
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Weeks 6–7≤ 4 days
Driving Range · Mid irons (7,6,5)
Check your setup: avoid fat or thin shots
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Weeks 7–8≤ 4 days
Putting · Long (20+ ft)
Hit Every Long Putt
Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 17.0
Weeks 8–9≤ 4 days
Short Game · Pitch
Pitch 15–25 Yds From Fringe
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Weeks 9–11≤ 7 days
Driving Range · Short irons (9,8)
Hit Short Irons Close To Flag
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
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58% match
For Blue tees
Eliminate wild misses, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Driving Range~31 min35 HCP3 drills
Dispersion31%
Scoring23%
Precision20%
64% match
For Blue tees
Stick to woods line, for a 13-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Driving Range~31 min13 HCP4 drills
Accuracy29%
Distance Control25%
Scoring21%
73% match
For Blue tees
Land close to pin, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Short Game23-26 min34 HCP8 drills
Distance Control24%
Scoring20%
Aim17%
14% match
For Blue tees
Consistent mid iron contact, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Driving Range~31 min35 HCP4 drills
Mechanics45%
Precision30%
Trajectory25%
54% match
For Tournament tees
Make par, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Short Game~26 min35 HCP5 drills
Scoring44%
Distance Control34%
Visualization22%
74% match
For Tournament tees
Land 2-3 feet away, for a 12-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min11 HCP5 drills
Scoring28%
Accuracy15%
Aim14%
78% match
For Tournament tees
Save par on approaches, for a 16-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min15 HCP6 drills
Distance Control24%
Accuracy21%
Scoring21%
29% match
For Tournament tees
Stop missing fairways, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Driving Range~31 min35 HCP6 drills
Precision29%
Mechanics22%
Trajectory19%
73% match
For Tournament tees
Precision mid-irons, for a 1-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Driving Range~31 min0 HCP8 drills
Scoring27%
Distance Control17%
Precision17%
33% match
For Tournament tees
Stop missing greens, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Driving Range~31 min35 HCP8 drills
Precision32%
Mechanics23%
Trajectory17%
Unlock Your Golf Potential
Get personalized coaching and custom training programs tailored to your game.
Get Started46% match
For Tournament tees
Eliminate Three-Putts
Putting15-27 min17 HCP4 drills
Distance Control35%
Visualization25%
Dispersion23%
46% match
For Tournament tees
Make Every 20+ Ft Putt
Putting~18 min0 HCP6 drills
Visualization31%
Distance Control31%
Dispersion22%
70% match
For Tournament tees
Vary landing spot, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Short Game~26 min35 HCP7 drills
Distance Control23%
Alignment22%
Scoring13%
54% match
For Tournament tees
Pick line and commit, for a 17-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min17 HCP3 drills
Aim28%
Precision19%
Accuracy13%
61% match
For Tournament tees
Feel the green, for a 3-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Short Game~26 min2 HCP3 drills
Distance Control32%
Aim19%
Precision19%
60% match
For Tournament tees
Pick landing spot, for a 21-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Short Game~26 min21 HCP5 drills
Accuracy32%
Alignment26%
Distance Control23%
80% match
For Tournament tees
Feel the green, for a 28-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Short Game23-26 min28 HCP8 drills
Distance Control30%
Scoring19%
Accuracy17%
57% match
For Tournament tees
Hit intended line, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Short Game~26 min34 HCP9 drills
Aim27%
Alignment18%
Scoring15%
77% match
For Tournament tees
Save par clutch, for a 16-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min16 HCP6 drills
Scoring25%
Accuracy22%
Distance Control17%
76% match
For Tournament tees
Save par clutch, for a 5-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Short Game~26 min5 HCP8 drills
Scoring20%
Distance Control18%
Dispersion17%
60% match
For Tournament tees
Leave inside 5 feet, for a 14-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min14 HCP6 drills
Accuracy34%
Scoring22%
Distance Control20%
56% match
For Tournament tees
Stop on a dime, for a 17-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min16 HCP3 drills
Distance Control30%
Precision22%
Dispersion18%
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Get Started65% match
For White tees
Get square, for a 29-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Short Game~26 min29 HCP9 drills
Alignment30%
Distance Control22%
Scoring15%
68% match
For White tees
Test your setup, for a 33-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Short Game~26 min32 HCP8 drills
Scoring26%
Alignment26%
Distance Control16%
69% match
For White tees
Turn into par saves, for a 25-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Short Game~26 min25 HCP7 drills
Scoring28%
Alignment21%
Aim14%
14% match
For White tees
Perfect wedge swing, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Driving Range~31 min35 HCP3 drills
Mechanics45%
Precision28%
Trajectory27%
73% match
For White tees
Hit within 2-4 yards, for a 9-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Driving Range~31 min9 HCP4 drills
Distance Control31%
Scoring25%
Trajectory15%
59% match
For White tees
Perfect mid iron flight, for a 23-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Driving Range~31 min23 HCP3 drills
Distance Control27%
Trajectory27%
Scoring18%
46% match
For White tees
Hit Every Long Putt
Putting15-27 min17 HCP4 drills
Distance Control35%
Visualization25%
Dispersion22%
46% match
For White tees
Sink All Long Putts
Putting~18 min0 HCP6 drills
Distance Control31%
Visualization31%
Dispersion22%
71% match
For White tees
Avoid Three-Putts
Short Game~26 min34 HCP9 drills
Alignment24%
Scoring24%
Distance Control19%
73% match
For White tees
Feel the green, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min17 HCP8 drills
Distance Control23%
Accuracy19%
Alignment16%
62% match
For White tees
Hit intended line, for a 2-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Short Game~26 min1 HCP5 drills
Aim29%
Distance Control19%
Precision18%
62% match
For White tees
Avoid 3-putt, for a 17-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min17 HCP5 drills
Accuracy33%
Scoring30%
Distance Control11%
Unlock Your Golf Potential
Get personalized coaching and custom training programs tailored to your game.
Get Started65% match
For White tees
Up-and-down contest, for a 24-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Short Game~26 min24 HCP5 drills
Scoring40%
Aim18%
Distance Control13%
55% match
For White tees
Up-and-down contest, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Short Game~26 min35 HCP4 drills
Scoring33%
Alignment28%
Aim25%
80% match
For White tees
Feel the green, for a 17-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min17 HCP7 drills
Distance Control26%
Accuracy17%
Scoring17%
69% match
For White tees
Set sights, for a 4-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Short Game~26 min3 HCP9 drills
Aim18%
Precision17%
Distance Control17%
69% match
For White tees
Pick landing spot, for a 13-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min13 HCP6 drills
Accuracy32%
Scoring22%
Distance Control17%
63% match
For White tees
Save par clutch, for a 21-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Short Game~26 min21 HCP6 drills
Scoring33%
Alignment18%
Accuracy16%
62% match
For White/Red Combo tees
Focus on par saves, for a 6-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Putting15-24 min6 HCP4 drills
Aim30%
Scoring28%
Precision20%
54% match
For White/Red Combo tees
Master touch, for a 24-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Short Game~26 min24 HCP5 drills
Distance Control35%
Aim17%
Alignment15%
69% match
For White/Red Combo tees
Pick landing spot, for a 23-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Short Game~26 min23 HCP6 drills
Accuracy26%
Distance Control23%
Alignment14%
54% match
For White/Red Combo tees
Turn into birdies, for a 28-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Short Game~26 min27 HCP7 drills
Scoring47%
Distance Control32%
Visualization22%
49% match
For White/Red Combo tees
Maximize driver distance, for a 1-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Driving Range~31 min0 HCP4 drills
Scoring30%
Precision24%
Trajectory20%
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Prepare for Tournaments at Empire Ranch Gc
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FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions about Empire Ranch Gc
Get answers to common questions about playing Empire Ranch Gc and what to expect.
How difficult is Empire Ranch Gc for mid-handicap golfers?
Empire Ranch Gc is regarded as a strategically complex layout. The 127.0 slope rating keeps it accessible for developing players. The course rating of 71.5 reflects on scoring relative to par 71.
What tees should a 15 handicap play at Empire Ranch Gc?
A 15 handicap golfer should consider tees closer to 5959 yards. The back tees extend to 6547.0 yards, which makes approach shots longer and scoring more challenging.
What is considered a good score at Empire Ranch Gc?
With a course rating of 71.5 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 Empire Ranch Gc and how does yardage affect play?
At a full length of 6547.0 yards, it balances distance with positional strategy.
What type of course is Empire Ranch Gc 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 Empire Ranch Gc strategically challenging?
The combination of a slope rating of 127.0 and yardage reaching 6547.0 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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