Sink with precision, for a 2-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Putting15-30 min2 HCP6 drills
Scoring35%
Precision29%
Aim14%
Practice Programs
Complete Golf Practice Blueprint for Great Rift Valley Golf Club
Discover tailored practice programs for this course.
Total Programs
15
15 complete programs built for this course
Unique Drills
70
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 , 7 days
AccuracyAimAlignmentDispersionDistance ControlGreen Reading+6 more
Great Rift Valley Practice Profile
We've mapped a comprehensive practice profile for Great Rift Valley, 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 26%Precision 24%Distance Control 21%Aim 14%Dispersion 12%
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.
17.7
Average HCP
10.3
Minimum HCP
32.7
Maximum HCP
Top Drills
Featured Drills for Great Rift Valley
Most-used drills from for this course. Practice as standalone drills or scroll down for full programs.
Putting18 min
Single Tee, 50 in a Row
Make 50 putts in a row.
Short Game26 min
Chip | Rough | Flat
Up to 5 players hit two buckets of balls (avg. bucket is 40 balls) from the flat rough grass.
Driving Range31 min
Wedges (LW to PW) | Straight Shot
Produce straight shots using wedges only. Hit one bucket of ~50 balls.
Putting30 min
Putting Aid: Alignment Sticks, Ball Gate, 50 in a Row
Make 50 putts in a row from in between two alignment sticks and through the ball gate.
Putting30 min
Around the Hole: 4 Ball Circle, 50 in a Row
Make 50 putts in a Row from [3 ft | 1 m].
Putting30 min
Around the Hole: 8 Ball Circle, 50 in a Row
Make 50 putts in a Row from [3 ft | 1 m].
Course Details
Everything you need to know about Great Rift Valley.
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
North Lake Road
Course Description
Heritage Hotels is a Kenyan hospitality group offering luxury safari lodges, tented camps, and beach resorts across East Africa. The brand operates multiple properties including Voyager camps, Intrepids camps, Mara Explorer, Kipungani, and Great Rift Valley Lodge, delivering beach and bush safaris, family-friendly holidays, and golfing experiences. With over 30 years of luxury safari hosting, it markets unique flying packages and world-class locations in Kenya, Nairobi and beyond. The group emphasizes curated experiences in iconic Kenyan destinations such as Samburu, Maasai Mara, Tsavo, Naivasha, and Lamu Island.
safari lodges • tented camps • beach resort • golf resort • naivasha lodge • maasai mara safari • samburu intrepids • tsavo safaris • lamu island • kenya holidays • family holidays • kids clubs • flying safaris • kenyan hospitality • luxury safari • island hideaway • great rift valley lodge • Kipungani explorer • kenya safari packages • safari • luxury hotels • ecotourism • travel • hospitality • community engagement • wildlife • accommodation
Course Information
Holes
18
Par
71
Type
Parkland
Opened
1999
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Programs
Skill-Based Practice Programs for Great Rift Valley
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 15 Programs
% match to course practice profilePrioritize short putts, for a 5-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Putting15-30 min4 HCP7 drills
Scoring34%
Precision25%
Aim16%
Avoid 3-putt, for a 20-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min19 HCP7 drills
Accuracy34%
Distance Control23%
Scoring18%
Stick chips near hole, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min17 HCP6 drills
Aim21%
Accuracy18%
Precision16%
14 Week Flagship Program for Great Rift Valley
A complete and progressive long-term development curriculum mapped from easier to harder drills, specifically for Great Rift Valley. 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.
Weeks 1–2≤ 7 days
Putting · 3 ft (1m) only
Reduce Short Putts
Difficulty: Expert · Program HCP 4.0
Weeks 2–4≤ 6 days
Putting · 3 ft (1m) only
Perfect Every 3 Ft Putt
Difficulty: Expert · Program HCP 2.0
Weeks 4–5≤ 5 days
Short Game · Mixed
Short Game 5–20 Yds From Fringe Or Rough
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Weeks 5–6≤ 4 days
Short Game · Flop
Check your clubface: does it match your target?
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 30.0
Weeks 6–8≤ 7 days
Short Game · Chip
Avoid 3-Putt: Chip Inside Circle
Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 19.0
Weeks 8–9≤ 7 days
Driving Range · Mid irons (7,6,5)
Mid-Iron Distance Control 150–180 Yards
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Weeks 10–11≤ 6 days
Driving Range · Wedges (LW,SW,GW,PW)
Stop Missed Wedge Shots
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Weeks 11–13≤ 7 days
Driving Range · Wedges (LW,SW,GW,PW)
How close can you get? Challenge your short game
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 29.0
Weeks 13–14≤ 5 days
Driving Range · Woods (Hy,5W,3W)
Center of the fairway: reduce misses on approach shots
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 21.0
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Thread the needle, for a 29-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Driving Range31-43 min29 HCP7 drills
Precision35%
Mechanics19%
Trajectory14%
Control roll, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Driving Range~31 min35 HCP6 drills
Precision26%
Mechanics23%
Trajectory18%
Chip from tight lies, for a 2-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Short Game~26 min1 HCP5 drills
Aim29%
Distance Control19%
Precision18%
Make par, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Short Game~26 min35 HCP5 drills
Scoring44%
Distance Control34%
Visualization22%
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Get StartedOpen up and fly, for a 31-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Short Game~26 min30 HCP4 drills
Alignment32%
Distance Control16%
Scoring15%
Roll to tap-in range, for a 3-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Short Game~26 min3 HCP4 drills
Distance Control45%
Trajectory19%
Precision15%
Control woods rollout, for a 12-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Driving Range30-31 min11 HCP6 drills
Distance Control30%
Scoring20%
Accuracy19%
Center fairway hits, for a 22-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Driving Range30-31 min21 HCP5 drills
Precision37%
Dispersion30%
Scoring13%
Reduce misses, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Driving Range~31 min17 HCP3 drills
Distance Control27%
Scoring20%
Trajectory20%
Stop missing greens, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Driving Range~31 min35 HCP7 drills
Precision27%
Aim17%
Mechanics13%
Stick to short iron line, for a 1-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Driving Range~31 min0 HCP3 drills
Scoring28%
Dispersion23%
Accuracy20%
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Prepare for Tournaments at Great Rift Valley
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 Great Rift Valley
Get answers to common questions about playing Great Rift Valley and what to expect.
How difficult is Great Rift Valley for mid-handicap golfers?
From a scoring perspective, Great Rift Valley challenges consistency. With a slope of 120, it remains playable for a wide handicap range. The course rating of 70 reflects on scoring relative to par 71.
What tees should a 15 handicap play at Great Rift Valley?
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 Great Rift Valley?
With a course rating of 70 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 Great Rift Valley and how does yardage affect play?
Measuring 6500 yards at maximum length, scoring depends more on placement than raw power.
What type of course is Great Rift Valley and how should I play it?
Great Rift Valley is designed as a Parkland layout. 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 Great Rift Valley 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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