Execute with focus, for a 3-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Putting18-24 min2 HCP5 drills
Precision41%
Scoring35%
Green Reading8%
Practice Programs
Complete Golf Practice Blueprint for Ria Bintan Golf Club
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
10
Accuracy · Aim · Alignment · Dispersion · Distance Control · Green Reading
Session Durations
6
4 days , 5 days , 6 days , 7 days , 8 days , 9 days
AccuracyAimAlignmentDispersionDistance ControlGreen Reading+4 more
Forest Practice Profile
We've mapped a comprehensive practice profile for Forest, 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 33%Distance Control 23%Precision 16%Accuracy 14%Aim 11%
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.
13.2
Average HCP
7
Minimum HCP
28.5
Maximum HCP
Top Drills
Featured Drills for Forest
Most-used drills from for this course. Practice as standalone drills or scroll down for full programs.
Putting24 min
Around the Hole: 4 Ball Circle, 2/4
Make 2 out of 4 putts from [9 ft | 3 m], 5 times in total.
Short Game26 min
Chip | Fairway | Uphill/Downhill
Up to 5 players hit two buckets of balls (avg. bucket is 40 balls) from the sloped fairway; one bucket from the uphill slope and one bucket from the downhill slope.
Driving Range31 min
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.
Driving Range31 min
All Woods (Hy to Dr) | Club Swapping Challenge
Complete the Club Swapping Challenge using woods only. Hit one bucket of ~50 balls.
Driving Range31 min
Woods (Hy to 3W) | 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 woods only. Hit one bucket of ~50 balls.
Driving Range31 min
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.
Course Details
Everything you need to know about Forest.
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
Jalan Perigi Raja, Lagoi North Bintan
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Course Description
Prepare for a truly distinctive experience. You'll see why Gary Player ranks us as one of his top 10 favourite courses out of the over 300 courses he has designed. Established in 1998, Ria Bintan Golf Club is today one of Asia's top golfing destinations, attracting golfers from around the world with our two beautiful courses designed by golf legend, Gary Player.The award-winning 18-hole Ocean Course unfolds next to the South China Sea, offering tantalising ocean views, while the 9-hole Forest Course set amidst mature woodlands tests your mettle with its various bunkers and fairways.Ria Bintan Golf Club has been consistently named the best golf course in Asia and Indonesia, and has played host to numerous regional events, including the annual Ria Bintan Open.In 2009, Ria Bintan Golf Club became the first course in Indonesia to receive the highly-acclaimed Certified Audubon International Classic and Cooperative Sanctuary certification from world-renowned green champion, Audubon International.This status recognizes our leadership, commitment and high standards towards environmental stewardship. Simply put, at Ria Bintan Golf Club, a great game of golf with respect for nature and wildlife that goes hand in hand.
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Course Information
Holes
27
Par
35
Type
Parkland
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Programs
Skill-Based Practice Programs for Forest
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 profileFlop from bunkers, for a 1-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Short Game~26 min1 HCP6 drills
Precision29%
Scoring22%
Dispersion19%
Avoid 3-putt, for a 22-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Short Game~26 min22 HCP7 drills
Accuracy29%
Scoring25%
Alignment15%
Advanced accuracy, for a 1-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Driving Range30-31 min0 HCP7 drills
Scoring29%
Precision18%
Distance Control13%
15 Week Flagship Program for Forest
A complete and progressive long-term development curriculum mapped from easier to harder drills, specifically for Forest. Start with the basics and work your way towards more challenging drills. Commit to 15 weeks of training and get in proper shape. Four days counts as a week.
Weeks 1–2≤ 5 days
Putting · 9 ft (3m) only
Stop Missed Mid Putts On All Shots
Difficulty: Expert · Program HCP 2.0
Weeks 2–4≤ 7 days
Short Game · Mixed
Keep Ball Near Hole
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Weeks 4–5≤ 5 days
Short Game · Pitch
Land Close To Pin
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 34.0
Weeks 5–7≤ 7 days
Short Game · Chip
Check Setup: Feet Hips Shoulders
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 31.0
Week 8≤ 4 days
Short Game · Chip
Up-and-Down Contest
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 30.0
Weeks 9–10≤ 7 days
Short Game · Chip
Pick Landing Spot
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 22.0
Weeks 10–12≤ 6 days
Driving Range · Woods (Hy,5W,3W)
Vary your targets and hit them every time
Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 11.0
Weeks 12–14≤ 7 days
Driving Range · Wedges (LW,SW,GW,PW)
Can you leave yourself a tap-in from 50-100 yards?
Difficulty: Advanced · Program HCP 7.0
Weeks 14–15≤ 7 days
Driving Range · Woods (Hy,5W,3W)
3-Wood Accuracy Advanced
Difficulty: Expert · Program HCP 0.0
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Hit varying targets, for a 12-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Driving Range30-31 min11 HCP6 drills
Distance Control30%
Scoring20%
Accuracy19%
Keep par safe, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Short Game~26 min34 HCP5 drills
Aim28%
Scoring21%
Alignment14%
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Get StartedKeep near hole, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Short Game~26 min35 HCP9 drills
Scoring44%
Distance Control34%
Visualization22%
Stick flops to green, for a 17-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min16 HCP7 drills
Accuracy26%
Distance Control25%
Alignment24%
Check setup, for a 31-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Short Game~26 min31 HCP9 drills
Alignment32%
Distance Control19%
Aim17%
Turn into birdies, for a 31-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Short Game23-26 min30 HCP4 drills
Scoring31%
Alignment28%
Aim27%
Land 2 feet away, for a 1-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Short Game~26 min1 HCP4 drills
Precision20%
Aim19%
Trajectory15%
Hit close to hole, for a 8-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Driving Range30-43 min7 HCP8 drills
Distance Control34%
Scoring31%
Accuracy23%
Maximize greens in regulation, for a 1-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Driving Range30-31 min0 HCP4 drills
Scoring32%
Distance Control24%
Accuracy14%
Maximize control, for a 1-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Driving Range30-31 min0 HCP7 drills
Scoring29%
Precision18%
Distance Control13%
Precision mid-irons, for a 1-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Driving Range~31 min0 HCP6 drills
Scoring25%
Distance Control20%
Precision15%
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Prepare for Tournaments at Forest
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 Forest
Get answers to common questions about playing Forest and what to expect.
How difficult is Forest for mid-handicap golfers?
From a scoring perspective, Forest challenges consistency. The 120 slope rating keeps it accessible for developing players. The course rating of 70 reflects on scoring relative to par 35.
What tees should a 15 handicap play at Forest?
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 Forest?
With a course rating of 70 and par 35, a mid-handicap golfer would typically score in the mid to high 80s. Stronger players aiming to break 35 must manage approach shots and avoid penalty strokes.
How long is Forest and how does yardage affect play?
At a full length of 6500 yards, it balances distance with positional strategy.
What type of course is Forest 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 Forest 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.