Practice Programs
We studied this course layout and mapped exact drills around stroke index, handicap index and distances. Practice like you know Holly Ridge.
Total Programs
13
13 complete programs built for this course
Unique Drills
76
Total unique drills across all programs
Skill Pillars
12
Accuracy · Aim · Alignment · Dispersion · Distance Control · Green Reading
Session Durations
6
3 days , 4 days , 5 days , 6 days , 7 days , 8 days
We've mapped a comprehensive practice profile for Holly 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.
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Skill Distribution
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
Most-used drills from for this course. Practice as standalone drills or scroll down for full programs.
Make 15 out of 25 putts through the ball gate, using plane board.
Align a bucket of balls (avg. bucket is 40 balls) into 10 equal perpendicular piles of 4 balls and stop chip shots inside the Bullseye. Count the number of balls in the inner and outer Bullseye.
Simulate X number of GIR (Green in Regulations) using mid irons only. Hit one bucket of ~50 balls. Count total number of greens hit.
Hit flop shot two buckets of balls (avg. bucket is 40 balls) from the sloped fairway; one bucket with balls above feet level, one bucket with balls below feet level.
Make 15 out of 25 putts over the chalk starting line.
Make 15 out of 25 putts, underneath the hanging string line.
Everything you need to know about Holly Ridge.
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A Family Friendly Golf CourseYou'll love Holly Ridge, a classic New England, Par 54 golf course, designed by Geoffrey Cornish, nestled among the hollies and pines of Sandwich, Cape Cod, MA.Holly Ridge Golf Club is a Golf Digest Best Places to Play Golf Course and Golf Range Association of America named us as one of the Top Short Courses in America and a Top 100 Practice Facility and Learning Center. Readers of Cape Cod Life Magazine have voted us Best Golf Course on the Upper Cape for several years!This lovely Cape Cod golf course is appealing to golfers of all levels. It challenges the more advanced player and relaxes the new golfer. With eighteen unique holes over 3000 yards, you'll play more golf in less time.In addition to our golf course and practice facility, we offer award-winning golf instruction, custom club fitting, women's, men's, and junior leagues, a well-stocked pro shop, and a full-service restaurant and bar. Holly Ridge is a wonderful setting for parties, golf outings, charity events and more. Our friendly and knowledgeable staff is here to help you enjoy an Exceptional Holly Ridge Experience.
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Holes
18
Par
54
Type
Parkland
Architect
Geoffrey Cornish
Opened
1967
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Drill Library
Explore the full on-course drill library built for this venue. Open any drill to review setup, coaching instructions, and target scoring benchmarks.
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Curated selection of drills based on Holly Ridge hole-by-hole data.
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Free eBook
Curated selection of drills based on Holly Ridge hole-by-hole data.
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Free eBook
Curated selection of drills based on Holly Ridge hole-by-hole data.
Available immediately. No cost. Download link + Email Delivery
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Free eBook
Curated selection of drills based on Holly Ridge hole-by-hole data.
Available immediately. No cost. Download link + Email Delivery
"I agree to the privacy policy and terms of service." My rewards.
Free eBook
Curated selection of drills based on Holly Ridge hole-by-hole data.
Available immediately. No cost. Download link + Email Delivery
"I agree to the privacy policy and terms of service." My rewards.
Programs
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 profileAdjust stance and grip for better roll, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Roll putts from varying distances, for a 2-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
A complete and progressive long-term development curriculum mapped from easier to harder drills, specifically for Holly Ridge. 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.
Full 53 days 73 page practice program designed specifically around this course hole by hole data.
Putting · 6 ft (2m) only
Control Every 6 Ft Putt
Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 17.0
Putting · 9 ft (3m) only
Make Every Mid-Distance Putt
Difficulty: Expert · Program HCP 2.0
Short Game · Flop
Hit Flop & Avoid Big Numbers
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Short Game · Flop
Save par with a clutch flop—pressure drill
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 25.0
Short Game · Chip
Pick Landing Spot
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 23.0
Short Game · Sand
Feel the distance: bunker to different targets and control your rollout
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 22.0
Driving Range · Mid irons (7,6,5)
Stop Missing Greens With Mid Irons
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Driving Range · Long irons (4,3,2)
Control the spin: height and roll as needed
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 29.0
Driving Range · Mid irons (7,6,5)
Mid-Iron Trajectory Control
Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 17.0
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Avoid 3-putt, for a 23-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Land near hole, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Control distance 150-180, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Draw or fade long irons, for a 29-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Avoid 3-putt, for a 21-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
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Get StartedVary landing spot, for a 22-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Save par consistently, for a 15-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Save par clutch, for a 25-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Pinpoint accuracy, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Reduce misses, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Stick to woods line, for a 13-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
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FAQ
Get answers to common questions about playing Holly Ridge and what to expect.
Players often find Holly Ridge technically exacting. The 120 slope rating keeps it accessible for developing players. The course rating of 70 reflects on scoring relative to par 54.
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.
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.
At a full length of 6500 yards, it balances distance with positional strategy.
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.
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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