52% match
For GOLD tees
Choose a clear target, for a 11-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Putting15-18 min11 HCP5 drills
Aim38%
Scoring18%
Alignment14%
Practice Programs
Complete Golf Practice Blueprint for Richmond Forest Gc
Discover tailored practice programs for this course.
Total Programs
45
45 complete programs built for this course
Unique Drills
186
Total unique drills across all programs
Skill Pillars
12
Accuracy · Aim · Alignment · Dispersion · Distance Control · Green Reading
Session Durations
7
3 days , 4 days , 5 days , 6 days , 7 days , 8 days , 9 days
AccuracyAimAlignmentDispersionDistance ControlGreen Reading+6 more
Richmond Forest Gc Practice Profile
We've mapped a comprehensive practice profile for Richmond Forest Gc, 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
Distance Control 27%Scoring 21%Aim 20%Accuracy 15%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.
16.9
Average HCP
9.9
Minimum HCP
30.6
Maximum HCP
Top Drills
Featured Drills for Richmond Forest Gc
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
Chip | Parallel Piles | 9 Stop Zones
Up to 5 players compete to stop a chip shot in the stop zone(s). The player with the most points at the end wins the challenge. One bucket of balls per player is needed.
Driving Range31 min
Long irons (4,3,2) | 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 long irons only. Hit one bucket of ~50 balls.
Short Game26 min
Chip | Parallel Piles | Quadrants
Up to 5 players compete to stop a chip shot inside the quadrant(s). The player with the most points wins the challenge. One bucket of balls per player is needed.
Short Game26 min
Pitch | Parallel Ball Lines | 9 Stop Zones
Up to 5 players compete to stop a pitch shot in the stop zone(s). The player with the most points at the end wins the challenge. Up to 80 balls are needed.
Short Game26 min
Chip | Parallel Piles | Bullseye 2x
Up to 5 players compete to stop a chip shot in the bullseye. The best final score relative to PAR wins the challenge. One bucket of balls per player is needed.
Course Details
Everything you need to know about Richmond Forest Gc.
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
33300 32 Mile Rd, Lenox, MI 48050, USA
Course Description
Richmond Forest Golf Course is a public 18-hole championship golf course located in Lenox Township, near Detroit, Michigan. Designed by Bruce Matthews III, it features a challenging layout with ponds, woodlands, and bunkers, along with a driving range, putting green, and chipping area. The facility offers golf carts and clubs for rent, a golf shop, and a grill, with accommodations for daily golfers, leagues, and outings in a scenic setting just north of Detroit.
golf course • 18-hole golf • public golf • detroit metro area • lenox township mi • ponds and woodlands • bunkers • driving range • putting green • chipping area • golf carts for rent • golf shop • leagues and outings • e-club • golf • recreation • fitness • health • outdoor sports
Course Information
Holes
18
Par
72
Type
Parkland
Architect
Bruce Matthews
Opened
1994
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⭐4.0(256 reviews)
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Scorecard
Course Scorecard & Tee Insights
Toggle the colour-coded tees to reveal hole-by-hole pars, handicaps, yardages, and gender-specific ratings for Richmond Forest Gc, all within a single responsive scorecard.
Scorecard data available for GOLD
Men's Tees
Women's Tees
Tee Insight:This course delivers constant par four tee decisions where accuracy unlocks irons and pars, paired with long par fives pressing layup choices to dodge blowup scores.
B
BLUE Tee
Gender: MalePar 726701 yards6127 metersCR 72.3Bogey 97.2Slope 134
Gender: Male
Front Nine · CR 36.4 · BR 48.6 · Slope 131
Back Nine · CR 35.9 · BR 48.6 · Slope 137
| Hole | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | IN | 10 | 11 | 12 | 13 | 14 | 15 | 16 | 17 | 18 | OUT | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Par | 4 | 4 | 5 | 4 | 3 | 5 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 36 | 4 | 3 | 5 | 4 | 5 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 36 | 72 |
| Handicap | 13 | 7 | 1 | 5 | 11 | 3 | 17 | 15 | 9 | — | 14 | 6 | 2 | 8 | 12 | 4 | 16 | 18 | 10 | — | — |
| Yardage | 336 | 408 | 521 | 404 | 223 | 623 | 186 | 340 | 380 | 3421 | 370 | 199 | 523 | 408 | 465 | 384 | 403 | 172 | 356 | 3280 | 6701 |
W
WHITE Tee
Gender: MalePar 726097 yards5575 metersCR 69.5Bogey 93.2Slope 128
Gender: Male
Front Nine · CR 34.7 · BR 46.4 · Slope 126
Back Nine · CR 34.8 · BR 46.8 · Slope 129
| Hole | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | IN | 10 | 11 | 12 | 13 | 14 | 15 | 16 | 17 | 18 | OUT | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Par | 4 | 4 | 5 | 4 | 3 | 5 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 36 | 4 | 3 | 5 | 4 | 5 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 36 | 72 |
| Handicap | 13 | 7 | 1 | 5 | 11 | 3 | 17 | 15 | 9 | — | 14 | 6 | 2 | 8 | 12 | 4 | 16 | 18 | 10 | — | — |
| Yardage | 312 | 377 | 477 | 358 | 192 | 522 | 144 | 314 | 360 | 3056 | 355 | 177 | 475 | 361 | 461 | 354 | 377 | 141 | 340 | 3041 | 6097 |
G
GOLD Tee
Gender: FemalePar 725503 yards5032 metersCR 72.2Bogey 101.9Slope 126
Gender: Female
Front Nine · CR 36.3 · BR 50.9 · Slope 124
Back Nine · CR 35.9 · BR 51.0 · Slope 128
| Hole | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | IN | 10 | 11 | 12 | 13 | 14 | 15 | 16 | 17 | 18 | OUT | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Par | 4 | 4 | 5 | 4 | 3 | 5 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 36 | 4 | 3 | 5 | 4 | 5 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 36 | 72 |
| Handicap | 13 | 7 | 1 | 5 | 11 | 3 | 17 | 15 | 9 | — | 14 | 6 | 2 | 8 | 12 | 4 | 16 | 18 | 10 | — | — |
| Yardage | 304 | 347 | 441 | 340 | 134 | 467 | 123 | 300 | 343 | 2799 | 318 | 130 | 390 | 340 | 409 | 335 | 338 | 131 | 313 | 2704 | 5503 |
Programs
Skill-Based Practice Programs for Richmond Forest Gc
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 45 Programs
% match to course practice profile43% match
For GOLD tees
Stop on a dime, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Putting15-27 min17 HCP4 drills
Distance Control35%
Visualization25%
Dispersion23%
75% match
For GOLD tees
Roll the ball low and straight, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Short Game~26 min35 HCP8 drills
Distance Control23%
Scoring19%
Aim17%
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Get Started72% match
For GOLD tees
Control the rollout distance, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min17 HCP7 drills
Scoring23%
Accuracy18%
Aim18%
12 Week Flagship Program for Richmond Forest Gc
A complete and progressive long-term development curriculum mapped from easier to harder drills, specifically for Richmond Forest Gc. Start with the basics and work your way towards more challenging drills. Commit to 12 weeks of training and get in proper shape. Four days counts as a week.
Week 1≤ 4 days
Putting · Long (20+ ft)
Control Distance
Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 17.0
Weeks 2–3≤ 7 days
Short Game · Bump'n'Run
Bump'n'Run From 5–10 Yds
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Weeks 4–5≤ 6 days
Driving Range · Short irons (9,8)
Pinpoint accuracy: leave yourself a tap-in
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Weeks 5–6≤ 3 days
Putting · 9 ft (3m) only
Align Stroke For Every 9 Foot Putt
Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 12.0
Week 6≤ 3 days
Short Game · Chip
Chip 5–15 Yds From Fringe
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Weeks 7–8≤ 5 days
Driving Range · Long irons (4,3,2)
Center of the green: reduce spread on irons
Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 17.0
Week 8≤ 3 days
Putting · 3 ft (1m) only
Reduce Short Misses Through Alignment
Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 12.0
Weeks 9–10≤ 7 days
Short Game · Pitch
Keep Par Safe
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Weeks 10–12≤ 6 days
Driving Range · Mid irons (7,6,5)
Can you avoid the fringe from 140-180 yards?
Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 10.0
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54% match
For GOLD tees
Eliminate wild misses, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Driving Range~31 min17 HCP5 drills
Dispersion33%
Precision17%
Scoring16%
67% match
For GOLD tees
Hit within 5 yards, for a 7-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Driving Range~31 min7 HCP5 drills
Distance Control38%
Scoring24%
Trajectory13%
77% match
For GOLD tees
Land 2 feet from pin, for a 4-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Short Game~26 min3 HCP5 drills
Precision20%
Distance Control18%
Scoring18%
40% match
For GOLD tees
Get close to pin, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Driving Range30-31 min35 HCP6 drills
Precision31%
Trajectory21%
Mechanics15%
45% match
For GOLD tees
Sink All Long Putts
Putting~18 min0 HCP6 drills
Visualization31%
Distance Control31%
Dispersion22%
57% match
For GOLD tees
Pick line and commit, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Short Game~26 min35 HCP7 drills
Aim35%
Alignment26%
Scoring25%
69% match
For GOLD tees
Stick approaches, for a 17-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min16 HCP9 drills
Accuracy29%
Distance Control24%
Scoring17%
73% match
For GOLD tees
Stop close from 30 yards, for a 4-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Short Game~26 min4 HCP9 drills
Distance Control24%
Aim15%
Dispersion15%
77% match
For GOLD tees
Vary landing spot, for a 22-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Short Game~26 min21 HCP8 drills
Distance Control35%
Aim16%
Precision12%
59% match
For GOLD tees
Pinpoint pitches, for a 13-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min12 HCP7 drills
Precision29%
Distance Control21%
Aim18%
73% match
For GOLD tees
Match clubface, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Short Game23-26 min34 HCP7 drills
Alignment22%
Aim21%
Distance Control16%
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Get Started70% match
For GOLD tees
Avoid 3-putt, for a 17-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min17 HCP9 drills
Accuracy18%
Alignment14%
Aim14%
69% match
For GOLD tees
Pick line and commit, for a 2-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Short Game~26 min1 HCP5 drills
Aim29%
Distance Control19%
Precision18%
74% match
For GOLD tees
Vary landing spot, for a 31-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Short Game~26 min30 HCP4 drills
Distance Control32%
Scoring27%
Aim14%
68% match
For GOLD tees
Thread the needle, for a 16-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min15 HCP9 drills
Precision29%
Aim18%
Distance Control17%
41% match
For BLUE tees
Square the putter face, for a 12-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Putting18-30 min12 HCP3 drills
Alignment37%
Aim22%
Stroke13%
72% match
For BLUE tees
Master touch, for a 27-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Short Game~26 min26 HCP9 drills
Distance Control34%
Aim15%
Scoring13%
53% match
For BLUE tees
Vary landing spot, for a 23-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Short Game~26 min23 HCP3 drills
Distance Control36%
Alignment26%
Accuracy23%
60% match
For BLUE tees
Stop on a dime, for a 31-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Short Game~26 min30 HCP9 drills
Distance Control28%
Alignment26%
Precision11%
63% match
For BLUE tees
Reach target zones, for a 6-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Driving Range~31 min6 HCP3 drills
Distance Control35%
Scoring23%
Trajectory22%
75% match
For BLUE tees
Hit intended line, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Short Game~26 min34 HCP9 drills
Aim23%
Scoring22%
Distance Control19%
65% match
For BLUE tees
Avoid 3-putt, for a 17-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min17 HCP9 drills
Accuracy24%
Distance Control16%
Alignment15%
69% match
For BLUE tees
Pick line and commit, for a 2-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Short Game~26 min1 HCP5 drills
Aim29%
Distance Control19%
Precision18%
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Get Started57% match
For BLUE tees
Stick approaches, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min17 HCP3 drills
Accuracy32%
Distance Control25%
Alignment20%
72% match
For BLUE tees
Hit intended line, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Short Game~26 min34 HCP8 drills
Aim25%
Precision17%
Scoring16%
67% match
For BLUE tees
Land 3-4 feet away, for a 16-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min16 HCP8 drills
Accuracy26%
Distance Control24%
Alignment13%
64% match
For BLUE tees
Stop close from 30 yards, for a 7-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Short Game~26 min6 HCP7 drills
Distance Control34%
Precision16%
Scoring13%
65% match
For BLUE tees
Land 2 feet away, for a 11-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min10 HCP7 drills
Accuracy33%
Scoring19%
Aim14%
49% match
For WHITE tees
Control distance precisely, for a 2-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Putting18-30 min1 HCP3 drills
Precision42%
Scoring32%
Alignment13%
41% match
For WHITE tees
Maintain posture, for a 12-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Putting~18 min12 HCP3 drills
Alignment37%
Aim25%
Precision12%
60% match
For WHITE tees
Get up-and-down consistently, for a 1-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Short Game~26 min0 HCP3 drills
Aim41%
Precision21%
Dispersion14%
63% match
For WHITE tees
Stick flops to green, for a 17-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min16 HCP6 drills
Accuracy31%
Distance Control27%
Alignment18%
49% match
For WHITE tees
Approach from hazards, for a 16-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min15 HCP5 drills
Scoring45%
Distance Control34%
Visualization21%
70% match
For WHITE tees
Avoid fringe with mid irons, for a 11-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Driving Range~31 min10 HCP6 drills
Distance Control27%
Accuracy24%
Scoring19%
68% match
For WHITE tees
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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Get Started66% match
For WHITE tees
Stop on a dime, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Short Game~26 min35 HCP3 drills
Distance Control26%
Scoring22%
Dispersion17%
70% match
For WHITE tees
Vary landing spot, for a 17-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min17 HCP7 drills
Distance Control29%
Precision21%
Accuracy16%
69% match
For WHITE tees
Chip through gate, for a 2-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Short Game~26 min1 HCP5 drills
Aim29%
Distance Control19%
Precision18%
54% match
For WHITE tees
Avoid 3-Putt: Chip Inside Circle
Short Game~26 min20 HCP6 drills
Accuracy33%
Alignment22%
Distance Control16%
65% match
For WHITE tees
Precision from tough lie, for a 17-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min17 HCP4 drills
Precision32%
Distance Control22%
Aim14%
74% match
For WHITE tees
Chip through gate, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Short Game~26 min34 HCP6 drills
Aim28%
Scoring24%
Distance Control15%
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FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions about Richmond Forest Gc
Get answers to common questions about playing Richmond Forest Gc and what to expect.
How difficult is Richmond Forest Gc for mid-handicap golfers?
Richmond Forest Gc presents a demanding test. A slope rating of 134.0 suggests a moderately demanding round. The course rating of 72.3 reflects on scoring relative to par 72.
What tees should a 15 handicap play at Richmond Forest Gc?
A 15 handicap golfer should consider tees closer to 6102 yards. The back tees extend to 6701.0 yards, which makes approach shots longer and scoring more challenging.
What is considered a good score at Richmond Forest Gc?
With a course rating of 72.3 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 Richmond Forest Gc and how does yardage affect play?
Measuring 6701.0 yards at maximum length, scoring depends more on placement than raw power.
What type of course is Richmond Forest Gc and how should I play it?
Richmond Forest Gc 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 Richmond Forest Gc strategically challenging?
The combination of a slope rating of 134.0 and yardage reaching 6701.0 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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