Practice uphill and downhill putts, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Putting~18 min17 HCP3 drills
Aim38%
Alignment23%
Stroke22%
Practice Programs
Complete Golf Practice Blueprint for Red Tail Golf Course
Discover tailored practice programs for this course.
Total Programs
17
17 complete programs built for this course
Unique Drills
86
Total unique drills across all programs
Skill Pillars
11
Accuracy · Aim · Alignment · Dispersion · Distance Control · Mechanics
Session Durations
7
3 days , 4 days , 5 days , 6 days , 7 days , 8 days , 9 days
AccuracyAimAlignmentDispersionDistance ControlMechanics+5 more
Red Tail Practice Profile
We've mapped a comprehensive practice profile for Red Tail, 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
Precision 27%Aim 23%Scoring 18%Dispersion 15%Distance Control 15%
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.
19.9
Average HCP
11.8
Minimum HCP
35.8
Maximum HCP
Top Drills
Featured Drills for Red Tail
Most-used drills from for this course. Practice as standalone drills or scroll down for full programs.
Putting18 min
Putting Aid: Chalk Line, 10/20
Make 10 out of 20 putts over the chalk starting line.
Short Game26 min
Pitch | Fairway | Above/Below Feet
Hit 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.
Driving Range31 min
Wedges (LW to PW) | 9 Targets
Hit 5 balls to each target using wedges only. Hit one bucket of ~50 balls. Count total number of successful shots.
Short Game26 min
Pitch | Scattered Ball Lines | Multiple Targets
Scatter a bucket of balls (avg. bucket is 40 balls) into 8 equal lines of 5 balls and stop pitch shots close to multiple targets. Count the number of successes.
Driving Range31 min
Wedges (LW to PW) | Quadrants
Hit 12 balls to each quadrant using wedges only. Hit one bucket of ~50 balls. Count total number of successful shots.
Short Game26 min
Sand | Parallel Ball Lines | 9 Stop Zones
Up to 5 players compete to stop a sand shot in the stop zone(s). The player with the most points at the end wins the challenge. Up to 80 balls are needed.
Course Details
Everything you need to know about Red Tail.
Contact Information
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Phone
+44 (0)1250 872622
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Fax
+44 (0) 1250 872622
✉️Email
customers@ryggolf.com
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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
8200 SW Scholls Ferry Road
Course Description
RedTail Golf Center is a public golf facility near Beaverton, Oregon, just outside Portland, offering an 18-hole championship course, a clubhouse for events, and a top-rated pro shop. The center focuses on family-oriented golf instruction and provides award-winning instruction for players of all levels, along with custom fitting services and a demo center. It hosts golf academy programs, private lessons, clinics, Jr. golf, and various events, serving local hobbyists and serious players in the Portland metropolitan area.
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Course Information
Holes
18
Par
72
Type
Parkland
Architect
Ervin Thoresen
Opened
1968
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Programs
Skill-Based Practice Programs for Red Tail
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 17 Programs
% match to course practice profileRepeat same distance putts to master touch, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Putting15-27 min17 HCP4 drills
Distance Control35%
Visualization25%
Dispersion23%
Turn into birdies, for a 15-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min15 HCP6 drills
Scoring35%
Aim16%
Accuracy15%
Keep par safe, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Short Game~26 min35 HCP4 drills
Aim35%
Alignment28%
Scoring22%
13 Week Flagship Program for Red Tail
A complete and progressive long-term development curriculum mapped from easier to harder drills, specifically for Red Tail. 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.
Week 1≤ 3 days
Putting · 9 ft (3m) only
Control 9 Ft Putts
Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 17.0
Weeks 1–2≤ 4 days
Putting · Long (20+ ft)
Eliminate Three-Putts
Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 17.0
Weeks 2–3≤ 4 days
Short Game · Pitch
Pitch 15–25 Yds From Fringe
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Weeks 3–4≤ 5 days
Short Game · Chip
Thread Needle: Narrow Landing Zone
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 23.0
Weeks 5–7≤ 7 days
Short Game · Pitch
Set your sights and deliver: aim challenge
Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 19.0
Weeks 7–8≤ 6 days
Driving Range · Woods (Hy,5W,3W)
3-Wood Dispersion Control For Beginners
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Weeks 8–10≤ 7 days
Driving Range · Long irons (4,3,2)
Control Long Iron Flight
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Weeks 10–11≤ 6 days
Driving Range · Long irons (4,3,2)
Control Long Iron Flight
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Weeks 12–13≤ 6 days
Driving Range · Mid irons (7,6,5)
Improve Mid-Iron Accuracy
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
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Leave tap-ins, for a 23-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Driving Range31-43 min23 HCP7 drills
Precision33%
Mechanics19%
Scoring17%
Eliminate wild misses, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Driving Range~31 min17 HCP5 drills
Dispersion31%
Precision20%
Scoring16%
Dial in aim, for a 20-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min19 HCP9 drills
Aim32%
Scoring19%
Distance Control14%
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Get StartedThread the needle, for a 24-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Short Game~26 min23 HCP5 drills
Precision31%
Distance Control23%
Aim22%
Land 2 feet away, for a 3-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Short Game~26 min2 HCP6 drills
Precision24%
Aim17%
Dispersion13%
Get up-and-down consistently, for a 2-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Short Game~26 min1 HCP5 drills
Aim29%
Distance Control19%
Precision18%
Escape successfully, for a 3-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Short Game~26 min3 HCP9 drills
Precision21%
Distance Control19%
Aim18%
Eliminate hooks, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Driving Range~31 min35 HCP7 drills
Precision33%
Mechanics19%
Aim16%
Precision wedges, for a 1-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Driving Range30-43 min0 HCP8 drills
Scoring33%
Distance Control27%
Accuracy16%
Eliminate off-target woods, for a 21-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Driving Range30-31 min21 HCP6 drills
Precision37%
Dispersion32%
Scoring14%
Control 3-wood dispersion, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Driving Range~31 min35 HCP6 drills
Precision28%
Aim18%
Scoring12%
Stop missing greens, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Driving Range~31 min35 HCP6 drills
Precision30%
Mechanics23%
Aim15%
Eliminate hooks, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Driving Range~31 min35 HCP6 drills
Precision32%
Mechanics23%
Trajectory18%
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Prepare for Tournaments at Red Tail
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 Red Tail
Get answers to common questions about playing Red Tail and what to expect.
How difficult is Red Tail for mid-handicap golfers?
Players often find Red Tail technically exacting. This slope level makes it manageable compared to championship venues. The course rating of 70 reflects on scoring relative to par 72.
What tees should a 15 handicap play at Red Tail?
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 Red Tail?
With a course rating of 70 and par 72, a mid-handicap golfer would typically score in the mid to high 80s. Stronger players aiming to break 72 must manage approach shots and avoid penalty strokes.
How long is Red Tail 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 Red Tail 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 Red Tail 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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