Square feet to the line, for a 12-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Practice Programs
Complete Golf Practice Blueprint for Forest Ridge Country Club
Discover tailored practice programs for this course.
Total Programs
15
15 complete programs built for this course
Unique Drills
77
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
Forest Ridge Practice Profile
We've mapped a comprehensive practice profile for Forest Ridge, 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
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.
Top Drills
Featured Drills for Forest Ridge
Most-used drills from for this course. Practice as standalone drills or scroll down for full programs.
Putting Aid: Alignment Sticks, Ball Gate, 10/20
Make 10 out of 20 putts from in between two alignment sticks and through the ball gate.
Bump-n-Run | Perpendicular Piles | Quadrants
Up to 5 players compete to stop a bump-n-run shot inside the quadrant(s). The player with the most points wins the challenge. One bucket of balls per player is needed.
Woods (Hy to 3W) | Low/Mid/High Shot
Produce low/mid/high shots using woods only. Hit one bucket of ~50 balls.
Bump-n-Run | Perpendicular Ball Lines | 3 Landing Zones
Align a bucket of balls next to the green (avg. bucket is 40 balls) into 2 perpendicular lines 20 balls per line and hit-and-land bump-n-run shots inside landing zones. Count the number of successes.
Bump-n-Run | Parallel Ball Lines | Quadrants
Align a bucket of balls next to the green (avg. bucket is 40 balls) into 2 parallel lines 20 balls per line and stop bump-n-run shots inside quadrants. Count the number of successes.
Woods (Hy to 3W) | Downswing
Work only on downswing using woods only. Hit one bucket of ~50 balls.
Course Details
Everything you need to know about Forest Ridge.
Contact Information
Phone
+44 (0)1250 872622
Fax
+44 (0) 1250 872622
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Facilities
Location
3525 Forest Ridge Road
Course Information
Holes
18
Par
70
Type
Parkland
Architect
Howard & Wayne McDonald
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Programs
Skill-Based Practice Programs for Forest Ridge
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 profileRepeat putts until consistent, for a 2-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Test your setup, for a 27-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Chip to the green, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
13 Week Flagship Program for Forest Ridge
A complete and progressive long-term development curriculum mapped from easier to harder drills, specifically for Forest Ridge. 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.
Putting · 9 ft (3m) only
Hit Center Of Cup From 9 Feet
Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 12.0
Putting · 9 ft (3m) only
Hole All 9 Ft Putts
Difficulty: Expert · Program HCP 2.0
Short Game · Chip
Chip 5–15 Yds From Fringe
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Short Game · Sand
Up-and-down contest: how many can you save in a row?
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Short Game · Bump'n'Run
How straight can you roll it? Test your setup
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 27.0
Driving Range · Woods (Hy,5W,3W)
3-Wood Dispersion Control For Beginners
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Driving Range · Driver
Control Driver Ball Flight
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Driving Range · Woods (Hy,5W,3W)
Stop Missing 3-Wood Fairways
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Driving Range · Long irons (4,3,2)
Stop Missing Greens With Long Irons
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Control 3-wood dispersion, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
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Get StartedControl 3-wood dispersion, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Turn into par saves, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Chip close, for a 17-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Stop 2 feet away, for a 2-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Master touch, for a 22-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Hit fairways consistently, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Stop missing greens, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Improve 3-wood accuracy, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Control distance 150-180, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Keep within 2 yards, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Prepare for Tournaments at Forest Ridge
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 Forest Ridge
Get answers to common questions about playing Forest Ridge and what to expect.
How difficult is Forest Ridge for mid-handicap golfers?
From a scoring perspective, Forest Ridge challenges consistency. This slope level makes it manageable compared to championship venues. The course rating of 70 reflects on scoring relative to par 70.
What tees should a 15 handicap play at Forest Ridge?
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 Forest Ridge?
With a course rating of 70 and par 70, a mid-handicap golfer would typically score in the mid to high 80s. Stronger players aiming to break 70 must manage approach shots and avoid penalty strokes.
How long is Forest Ridge and how does yardage affect play?
Stretching to 6500 yards from the back tees, it does not overwhelm length but rewards accuracy.
What type of course is Forest Ridge and how should I play it?
The course follows a traditional Parkland design philosophy. 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 Forest Ridge 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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