Control pace from 3 to 20 feet, for a 2-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Practice Programs
Complete Golf Practice Blueprint for Golf de Riom
Discover tailored practice programs for this course.
Total Programs
15
15 complete programs built for this course
Unique Drills
81
Total unique drills across all programs
Skill Pillars
12
Accuracy · Aim · Alignment · Dispersion · Distance Control · Green Reading
Session Durations
5
3 days , 4 days , 5 days , 6 days , 9 days
Riom Practice Profile
We've mapped a comprehensive practice profile for Riom, 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 Riom
Most-used drills from for this course. Practice as standalone drills or scroll down for full programs.
One Handed, Ball Gate, 12 in a Row
Make 12 putts in a row, one-handed through the ball gate.
Sand | Perpendicular Piles | 9 Stop Zones
Align a bucket of balls in the sand (avg. bucket is 40 balls) into 10 equal perpendicular piles of 4 balls and stop sand shots inside 9 Stop Zones. Count the number of successful stops.
Woods (Hy to 3W) | Visualized Course
Use imagination to hit any type of shot within self-set boundaries, using woods only. Hit one bucket of ~50 balls.
Woods (Hy to 3W) | Opposite Shots Challenge
Complete the Opposite Shots Challenge using woods only. Hit one bucket of ~50 balls.
Woods (Hy to 3W) | 5 Ball Flights Challenge
Complete the 5 Ball Flights Challenge using woods only. Hit one bucket of ~50 balls.
Woods (Hy to 3W) | 3 Landing Zones
Hit 15 balls to each landing zone using woods only. Hit one bucket of ~50 balls. Count total number of successful shots.
Course Details
Everything you need to know about Riom.
Contact Information
Phone
+44 (0)1250 872622
Fax
+44 (0) 1250 872622
contact@golfderiom.fr
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Facilities
Location
21 Avenue Georges Gershwin
Course Information
Holes
18
Par
54
Type
Parkland
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Programs
Skill-Based Practice Programs for Riom
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 profilePractice long putts for distance control, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Get square, for a 19-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
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Get StartedTurn into birdies, for a 22-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
14 Week Flagship Program for Riom
A complete and progressive long-term development curriculum mapped from easier to harder drills, specifically for Riom. Start with the basics and work your way towards more challenging drills. Commit to 14 weeks of training and get in proper shape. Four days counts as a week.
Putting · 6 ft (2m) only
Hole Mid-Length Putts
Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 17.0
Putting · 6 ft (2m) only
Make All 6 Ft Putts
Difficulty: Expert · Program HCP 1.0
Short Game · Bump'n'Run
Bump'n'Run From 5–10 Yds
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Short Game · Mixed
Keep Ball Near Hole
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Short Game · Chip
Chip Through Gate for Aim
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 34.0
Short Game · Pitch
Save par with a clutch pitch—pressure drill
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 22.0
Driving Range · Mid irons (7,6,5)
Improve Mid-Iron Accuracy
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Driving Range · Mid irons (7,6,5)
Feel the distance: control mid iron rollout
Difficulty: Advanced · Program HCP 7.0
Driving Range · Short irons (9,8)
Can you avoid the bunker from 100-140 yards?
Difficulty: Expert · Program HCP 0.0
Control distance 150-180, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Hit greens with short irons, for a 1-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Land 2 feet away, for a 1-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Make par, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Roll the ball low and straight, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Precision from tough lie, for a 22-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Pick line and commit, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Control mid iron rollout, for a 7-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Maximize control, for a 1-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Advanced accuracy, for a 1-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Precision 3-wood shots, for a 1-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
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Get StartedPrepare for Tournaments at Riom
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FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions about Riom
Get answers to common questions about playing Riom and what to expect.
How difficult is Riom for mid-handicap golfers?
Riom is regarded as a strategically complex layout. This slope level makes it manageable compared to championship venues. The course rating of 70 reflects on scoring relative to par 54.
What tees should a 15 handicap play at Riom?
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 Riom?
With a course rating of 70 and par 54, a mid-handicap golfer would typically score in the mid to high 80s. Stronger players aiming to break 54 must manage approach shots and avoid penalty strokes.
How long is Riom 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 Riom 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 Riom 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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