Escape successfully, for a 6-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Short Game~26 min5 HCP8 drills
Precision24%
Distance Control22%
Dispersion15%
Practice Programs
Complete Golf Practice Blueprint for Ridgecrest Golf Club
Discover tailored practice programs for this course.
Total Programs
12
12 complete programs built for this course
Unique Drills
67
Total unique drills across all programs
Skill Pillars
9
Accuracy · Aim · Alignment · Dispersion · Distance Control · Mechanics
Session Durations
5
3 days , 4 days , 6 days , 7 days , 8 days
AccuracyAimAlignmentDispersionDistance ControlMechanics+3 more
Championship Practice Profile
We've mapped a comprehensive practice profile for Championship, 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 24%Precision 21%Trajectory 14%Accuracy 12%
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.
21.6
Average HCP
12.2
Minimum HCP
37.8
Maximum HCP
Top Drills
Featured Drills for Championship
Most-used drills from for this course. Practice as standalone drills or scroll down for full programs.
Short Game26 min
Bump-n-Run | Perpendicular Piles | 3 Landing Zones
Align a bucket of balls next to the green (avg. bucket is 40 balls) into 10 equal perpendicular piles of 4 balls and hit-and-land bump-n-run shots inside landing zones. Count the number of successes.
Driving Range31 min
Wedges (LW to PW) | Alternate Targets Challenge
Complete the Alternate Targets Challenge using wedges only. Hit one bucket of ~50 balls.
Short Game26 min
Sand | Parallel Piles | Bullseye 2x
Align a bucket of balls (avg. bucket is 40 balls) in the sand into 10 equal parallel piles of 4 balls and stop sand shots inside Bullseye. Count the number of balls in the inner and outer Bullseye.
Short Game26 min
Sand | Parallel Ball Lines | 9 Stop Zones
Align a bucket of balls in the sand (avg. bucket is 40 balls) into 2 parallel lines 20 balls per line and stop sand shots inside 9 Stop Zones. Count the number of successful stops.
Short Game26 min
Sand | Scattered Piles | 9 Stop Zones
Scatter a bucket of balls (avg. bucket is 40 balls) in the sand. Scatter into 8 equal piles of 5 balls and stop sand shots inside 9 Stop Zones. Count the number of successful stops.
Short Game26 min
Sand | Scattered Piles | 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. One bucket of balls per player is needed.
Course Details
Everything you need to know about Championship.
Contact Information
📞
Phone
+44 (0)1250 872622
📠
Fax
+44 (0) 1250 872622
✉️Email
nicholess@cityofnampa.us
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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
3730 Ridgecrest Drive
Course Description
Ridgecrest Golf Club is a golf course located in Nampa, Idaho, offering tee times, green fees, season passes, and various golf-related services and events.
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Course Information
Holes
27
Par
72
Type
Parkland
Architect
John Harbottle III
Opened
1996
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Programs
Skill-Based Practice Programs for Championship
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 profileUp-and-down contest, for a 22-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Short Game~26 min22 HCP3 drills
Scoring38%
Aim22%
Accuracy21%
Stick to wedge line, for a 8-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Driving Range30-43 min7 HCP8 drills
Distance Control34%
Scoring31%
Accuracy23%
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Get StartedEliminate off-target woods, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Driving Range30-31 min17 HCP6 drills
Dispersion34%
Precision30%
Scoring16%
12 Week Flagship Program for Championship
A complete and progressive long-term development curriculum mapped from easier to harder drills, specifically for Championship. 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.
Weeks 1–2≤ 7 days
Short Game · Bump'n'Run
Keep Ball Close To Hole
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Weeks 3–4≤ 6 days
Short Game · Bump'n'Run
Master the art of touch: no more long comeback putts
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 29.0
Weeks 4–5≤ 3 days
Short Game · Pitch
Save par with a clutch pitch—pressure drill
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 22.0
Weeks 5–6≤ 4 days
Short Game · Sand
Turn bunker shots into par saves—score from the sand
Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 19.0
Week 6≤ 3 days
Short Game · Flop
Can you stop the ball close from a tight lie?
Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 17.0
Weeks 7–8≤ 6 days
Driving Range · Driver
Control Driver Ball Flight
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Weeks 8–9≤ 6 days
Driving Range · Long irons (4,3,2)
Eliminate Hook With Long Irons
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Weeks 10–11≤ 6 days
Driving Range · Woods (Hy,5W,3W)
Center of the fairway: reduce misses on approach shots
Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 17.0
Weeks 11–12≤ 3 days
Driving Range · Mid irons (7,6,5)
Control the arc: launch and roll as needed
Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 17.0
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Feel the distance, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min17 HCP3 drills
Accuracy27%
Distance Control27%
Alignment20%
Focus on clean contact, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Short Game~26 min35 HCP8 drills
Distance Control29%
Scoring23%
Alignment12%
Chip from rough, for a 17-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min17 HCP7 drills
Distance Control24%
Accuracy24%
Alignment18%
Master touch, for a 29-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Short Game~26 min29 HCP6 drills
Distance Control41%
Aim15%
Scoring15%
Up-and-down contest, for a 20-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min19 HCP4 drills
Distance Control28%
Scoring25%
Precision19%
Stop missing greens, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Driving Range~31 min35 HCP6 drills
Precision33%
Mechanics22%
Trajectory18%
Fade or draw mid irons, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Driving Range~31 min17 HCP3 drills
Scoring34%
Trajectory29%
Precision23%
Hit fairways consistently, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Driving Range~31 min35 HCP6 drills
Precision29%
Mechanics23%
Trajectory19%
2026
Prepare for Tournaments at Championship
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2026 RMGA Spring Kickoff
3/21/2026
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2026 RMGA/CMGA 2 Man Scramble
5/16/2026
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2026 RMGA 2 Day 2 Man Best Ball
6/6/2026
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2026 RMGA 6/6/6 Hole Shootout
6/20/2026
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2026 RMGA Match Play Championship
7/11/2026
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2026 RMGA Club Championship
8/15/2026
Stroke
all
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Frequently Asked Questions about Championship
Get answers to common questions about playing Championship and what to expect.
How difficult is Championship for mid-handicap golfers?
Players often find Championship 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 Championship?
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 Championship?
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 Championship 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 Championship 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 Championship 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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