Practice Programs

Complete Golf Practice Blueprint for Mick Riley Golf Club

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Total Programs

12 complete programs built for this course

Unique Drills

Total unique drills across all programs

Skill Pillars

Accuracy · Aim · Alignment · Dispersion · Distance Control · Mechanics

Session Durations

3 days , 4 days , 6 days , 7 days , 9 days

AccuracyAimAlignmentDispersionDistance ControlMechanics+5 more

Mike Riley Practice Profile

We've mapped a comprehensive practice profile for Mike Riley, 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 30%Distance Control 24%Aim 15%Accuracy 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.

13.8

Average HCP

6.1

Minimum HCP

28.8

Maximum HCP

Top Drills

Featured Drills for Mike Riley

Most-used drills from for this course. Practice as standalone drills or scroll down for full programs.

Putting18 min

Putting Aid: String Line, 10/20

Make 10 out of 20 putts, underneath the hanging string line.

Short Game26 min

Sand | Parallel Piles | 3 Landing Zones

Align a bucket of balls (avg. bucket is 40 balls) in the sand into 10 equal parallel piles of 4 balls and hit-and-land sand shots inside landing zones. Count the number of successes.

Driving Range31 min

Short irons (9,8) | PAR 3 Challenge

Complete the PAR 3 Challenge using short irons only. Hit one bucket of ~50 balls.

Driving Range31 min

Short irons (9,8) | L-R and R-L 9 Targets

Hit 5 balls to each randomly selected target while producing left-to-right and right-to-left shots, using short irons only. Hit one bucket of ~50 balls.

Driving Range31 min

Short irons (9,8) | Birdie-Par-Bogey Radius

Use short irons only to land the ball inside the radius. Hit one bucket of ~50 balls. Keep the score relative to PAR.

Putting18 min

Putting Aid: Chalk Line, 10/20

Make 10 out of 20 putts over the chalk starting line.

Course Details

Everything you need to know about Mike Riley.

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

421 East Vine Street

Course Description

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Course Information

Holes

Par

Type

Parkland

Opened

1968

Google Reviews

Business Claimed

⭐4.4(493 reviews)

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Programs

Skill-Based Practice Programs for Mike Riley

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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Control 9 Ft Putts

Hit putts with both left and right breaks, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.

Putting~18 min17 HCP3 drills

Aim38%

Alignment23%

Stroke22%

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Stop 2 Feet From Hole

Land softly, for a 2-handicap player, ~10 minutes.

Short Game~26 min2 HCP4 drills

Precision32%

Distance Control23%

Dispersion20%

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Master the art of touch: no more long comeback putts

Feel the green, for a 30-handicap player, ~20 minutes.

Short Game~26 min29 HCP7 drills

Distance Control37%

Precision18%

Dispersion11%

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Can you avoid the bunker from 100-140 yards?

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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14 Week Flagship Program for Mike Riley

A complete and progressive long-term development curriculum mapped from easier to harder drills, specifically for Mike Riley. 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.

Week 1≤ 3 days

Putting · 9 ft (3m) only

Control 9 Ft Putts

Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 17.0

Weeks 1–3≤ 7 days

Short Game · Bump'n'Run

Master the art of touch: no more long comeback putts

Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 29.0

Weeks 3–5≤ 7 days

Short Game · Sand

Set your sights on the flag: aim for a soft landing

Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 21.0

Weeks 5–7≤ 6 days

Short Game · Pitch

Can you match your plan to your shot?

Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 14.0

Weeks 7–9≤ 7 days

Short Game · Sand

Save Par From Bunker Consistently

Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 13.0

Weeks 9–11≤ 7 days

Short Game · Mixed

Up-and-down contest: how many can you save in a row?

Difficulty: Advanced · Program HCP 7.0

Weeks 11–12≤ 3 days

Driving Range · Long irons (4,3,2)

Feet, hips, shoulders—consistent contact every time

Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0

Weeks 12–13≤ 6 days

Driving Range · Wedges (LW,SW,GW,PW)

Land it softly with the perfect trajectory

Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 23.0

Week 14≤ 3 days

Driving Range · Short irons (9,8)

Can you avoid the bunker from 100-140 yards?

Difficulty: Expert · Program HCP 0.0

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Can you avoid the bunker from 170-210 yards?

Stick to long iron line, for a 1-handicap player, ~10 minutes.

Driving Range~31 min0 HCP3 drills

Dispersion25%

Distance Control23%

Accuracy23%

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Set your sights on the flag: aim for a soft landing

Fly out and stop close, for a 21-handicap player, ~20 minutes.

Short Game25-26 min21 HCP9 drills

Aim34%

Distance Control30%

Precision12%

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Up-and-down contest: how many can you save in a row?

Up-and-down contest, for a 8-handicap player, ~10 minutes.

Short Game~26 min7 HCP9 drills

Scoring47%

Distance Control29%

Visualization20%

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Save Par From Bunker Consistently

Land 2-3 feet away, for a 14-handicap player, ~15 minutes.

Short Game~26 min13 HCP9 drills

Scoring30%

Accuracy19%

Visualization14%

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Can you match your plan to your shot?

Match plan to shot, for a 14-handicap player, ~15 minutes.

Short Game~26 min14 HCP6 drills

Scoring45%

Accuracy32%

Visualization24%

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Can you avoid the bunker from 100-140 yards?

Avoid bunkers with short irons, for a 1-handicap player, ~10 minutes.

Driving Range~31 min0 HCP3 drills

Scoring28%

Dispersion23%

Accuracy20%

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Land it softly with the perfect trajectory

Control wedge loft, for a 23-handicap player, ~20 minutes.

Driving Range~31 min23 HCP6 drills

Trajectory27%

Scoring25%

Distance Control23%

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Feet, hips, shoulders—consistent contact every time

Perfect long iron swing, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.

Driving Range~31 min35 HCP3 drills

Mechanics45%

Precision30%

Trajectory25%

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FAQ

Frequently Asked Questions about Mike Riley

Get answers to common questions about playing Mike Riley and what to expect.

How difficult is Mike Riley for mid-handicap golfers?

Players often find Mike Riley technically exacting. The 120 slope rating keeps it accessible for developing players. The course rating of 70 reflects on scoring relative to par 63.

What tees should a 15 handicap play at Mike Riley?

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 Mike Riley?

With a course rating of 70 and par 63, a mid-handicap golfer would typically score in the mid to high 80s. Stronger players aiming to break 63 must manage approach shots and avoid penalty strokes.

How long is Mike Riley and how does yardage affect play?

At a full length of 6500 yards, it balances distance with positional strategy.

What type of course is Mike Riley 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 Mike Riley 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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