47% match
For White tees
Stop on a dime, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Putting15-27 min17 HCP4 drills
Distance Control35%
Visualization25%
Dispersion23%
Practice Programs
Complete Golf Practice Blueprint for Rio Grande Club
Discover tailored practice programs for this course.
Total Programs
47
47 complete programs built for this course
Unique Drills
179
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
Rio Grande Club Practice Profile
We've mapped a comprehensive practice profile for Rio Grande Club, 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 29%Scoring 21%Accuracy 17%Precision 16%Aim 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.
17.7
Average HCP
10.3
Minimum HCP
32.1
Maximum HCP
Top Drills
Featured Drills for Rio Grande Club
Most-used drills from for this course. Practice as standalone drills or scroll down for full programs.
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Putting27 min
Stop the Ball: Circle, Three Tees Triangle [Long]
Stop the ball inside the circle.
Short Game26 min
Chip | Perpendicular Piles | Multiple Targets
Align a bucket of balls (avg. bucket is 40 balls) into 10 equal perpendicular piles of 4 balls and stop chip shots close to multiple targets. Count the number of successes.
Driving Range31 min
Wedges (LW to PW) | Downswing
Work only on downswing using wedges only. Hit one bucket of ~50 balls.
Short Game26 min
Chip | Parallel Ball Lines | 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. Up to 80 balls are 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 | Rough | Uphill/Downhill
Hit two buckets of balls (avg. bucket is 40 balls) from the sloped rough grass; one bucket from the uphill slope and one bucket from the downhill slope.
Course Details
Everything you need to know about Rio Grande Club.
Contact Information
📞
Phone
+44 (0)1250 872622
📠
Fax
+44 (0) 1250 872622
✉️Email
todd@riograndeclub.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
285 Rio Grande Club Trail, South Fork, CO 81154, USA
Course Description
Rio Grande Club is a golf destination in southern Colorado featuring an 18-hole championship golf course nestled near the Continental Divide. The facility offers public access to golf and dining options, including Timbers Restaurant and Big River Grille, with amenities for guests and members alike. Located near South Fork, the club is surrounded by rivers, meadows, wildlife, and mountain scenery, providing a picturesque setting for year-round recreation. The property promotes events, tournaments, and outings in a scenic mountain environment.
golf course • golf resort • southern colorado • 18-hole championship golf • continental divide • wolf creek area • public golf access • timbers restaurant • big river grille • area attractions • golf outings • golf events
Course Information
Holes
18
Par
72
Type
Parkland
Architect
Ric Buckton
Opened
2001
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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 Rio Grande Club, all within a single responsive scorecard.
Scorecard data available for White
Women's Tees
Tee Insight:This course delivers quick birdie looks on short par fours alongside big-score threats from lengthy par fives. Steady positioning and iron control face constant tests to limit damage on tough stretches.
G
Gold Tee
Gender: FemalePar 725840 yards5340 metersCR 71.7Bogey 104.5Slope 140
Gender: Female
Front Nine · CR 35.7 · BR 52.4 · Slope 142
Back Nine · CR 36.0 · BR 52.1 · 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 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 3 | 5 | 36 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 3 | 5 | 4 | 4 | 5 | 36 | 72 |
| Handicap | 9 | 7 | 3 | 15 | 11 | 13 | 5 | 17 | 1 | — | 12 | 2 | 16 | 10 | 18 | 6 | 8 | 14 | 4 | — | — |
| Yardage | 359 | 382 | 469 | 265 | 325 | 140 | 379 | 142 | 484 | 2945 | 329 | 332 | 131 | 373 | 139 | 494 | 344 | 273 | 480 | 2895 | 5840 |
S
Silver Tee
Gender: FemalePar 723530 yards3228 metersCR 59.1Bogey 80.0Slope 89
Gender: Female
Front Nine · CR 29.4 · BR 40.1 · Slope 91
Back Nine · CR 29.7 · BR 39.9 · Slope 86
| 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 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 3 | 5 | 36 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 3 | 5 | 4 | 4 | 5 | 36 | 72 |
| Handicap | 9 | 7 | 3 | 15 | 11 | 13 | 5 | 17 | 1 | — | 12 | 2 | 16 | 10 | 18 | 6 | 8 | 14 | 4 | — | — |
| Yardage | 187 | 236 | 314 | 146 | 185 | 63 | 210 | 79 | 321 | 1741 | 169 | 182 | 100 | 223 | 97 | 347 | 208 | 172 | 291 | 1789 | 3530 |
W
White Tee
Gender: FemalePar 726461 yards5908 metersCR 75.4Bogey 111.5Slope 153
Gender: Female
Front Nine · CR 37.2 · BR 54.9 · Slope 150
Back Nine · CR 38.2 · BR 56.6 · Slope 155
| 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 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 3 | 5 | 36 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 3 | 5 | 4 | 4 | 5 | 36 | 72 |
| Handicap | 9 | 7 | 3 | 15 | 11 | 13 | 5 | 17 | 1 | — | 12 | 2 | 16 | 10 | 18 | 6 | 8 | 14 | 4 | — | — |
| Yardage | 416 | 405 | 496 | 291 | 354 | 161 | 412 | 155 | 510 | 3200 | 374 | 364 | 146 | 411 | 175 | 536 | 386 | 317 | 552 | 3261 | 6461 |
Programs
Skill-Based Practice Programs for Rio Grande Club
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 47 Programs
% match to course practice profile47% match
For White tees
Make Every 20+ Ft Putt
Putting~18 min0 HCP6 drills
Distance Control31%
Visualization31%
Dispersion22%
Unlock Your Golf Potential
Get personalized coaching and custom training programs tailored to your game.
Get Started39% match
For White tees
Visualize perfect pitch, for a 14-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min14 HCP5 drills
Scoring45%
Accuracy31%
Visualization24%
48% match
For White tees
Precision from tough lie, for a 7-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Short Game~26 min6 HCP4 drills
Aim24%
Precision24%
Trajectory23%
13 Week Flagship Program for Rio Grande Club
A complete and progressive long-term development curriculum mapped from easier to harder drills, specifically for Rio Grande Club. 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≤ 4 days
Putting · Long (20+ ft)
Control Distance
Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 17.0
Weeks 2–3≤ 7 days
Short Game · Chip
Avoid Three-Putts
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Weeks 4–5≤ 6 days
Driving Range · Wedges (LW,SW,GW,PW)
Control Wedge Roll
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Weeks 5–6≤ 4 days
Putting · Long (20+ ft)
Eliminate Three-Putts
Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 17.0
Weeks 6–8≤ 7 days
Short Game · Pitch
Pitch 15–25 Yds From Fringe
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Weeks 8–9≤ 3 days
Driving Range · Wedges (LW,SW,GW,PW)
Feet, hips, shoulders—consistent contact
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Weeks 9–10≤ 5 days
Putting · 3 ft (1m) only
Target Cup Accurately On Every Putt
Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 11.0
Weeks 10–12≤ 7 days
Short Game · Chip
Stop Chips Near Hole
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Weeks 12–13≤ 3 days
Driving Range · Mid irons (7,6,5)
Stop Missing Greens With Mid Irons
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
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44% match
For White tees
Control roll, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Driving Range~31 min35 HCP6 drills
Precision26%
Mechanics23%
Trajectory18%
54% match
For White tees
Improve accuracy, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Driving Range~31 min17 HCP3 drills
Distance Control25%
Trajectory22%
Scoring20%
39% match
For White tees
Visualize perfect chip, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min17 HCP4 drills
Scoring45%
Accuracy30%
Visualization25%
26% match
For White tees
Control distance 150-180, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Driving Range~31 min35 HCP3 drills
Precision34%
Mechanics30%
Trajectory28%
74% match
For White tees
Feel the green, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Short Game~26 min35 HCP7 drills
Distance Control28%
Scoring25%
Aim16%
73% match
For White tees
Check setup, for a 17-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min16 HCP5 drills
Alignment21%
Accuracy20%
Distance Control16%
65% match
For White tees
Hit intended line, for a 2-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Short Game~26 min1 HCP5 drills
Aim29%
Distance Control19%
Precision18%
73% match
For White tees
Feel the green, for a 21-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Short Game~26 min21 HCP9 drills
Distance Control32%
Accuracy20%
Alignment15%
59% match
For White tees
Feel the green, for a 23-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Short Game~26 min23 HCP9 drills
Distance Control30%
Precision24%
Alignment14%
62% match
For White tees
Dial in aim, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Short Game~26 min35 HCP9 drills
Aim28%
Scoring21%
Alignment20%
Unlock Your Golf Potential
Get personalized coaching and custom training programs tailored to your game.
Get Started70% match
For White tees
Land 3-4 feet away, for a 17-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min16 HCP9 drills
Accuracy24%
Distance Control24%
Alignment15%
72% match
For White tees
Feel the distance, for a 3-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Short Game~26 min3 HCP7 drills
Distance Control22%
Precision20%
Aim19%
77% match
For White tees
Vary landing spot, for a 17-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min17 HCP5 drills
Distance Control27%
Scoring25%
Precision19%
61% match
For White tees
Stop close from 30 yards, for a 15-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min15 HCP6 drills
Distance Control32%
Precision30%
Aim15%
64% match
For Silver tees
Stop 2 feet away, for a 3-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Short Game~26 min3 HCP8 drills
Precision25%
Dispersion17%
Distance Control17%
51% match
For Silver tees
Land 3-4 feet away, for a 17-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min16 HCP8 drills
Scoring45%
Distance Control31%
Visualization24%
56% match
For Silver tees
Stick flops to green, for a 17-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min17 HCP5 drills
Accuracy37%
Distance Control25%
Alignment21%
71% match
For Silver tees
Hit greens with mid irons, for a 11-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Driving Range~31 min10 HCP6 drills
Distance Control27%
Accuracy24%
Scoring19%
55% match
For Silver tees
Eliminate wild misses, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Driving Range~31 min17 HCP5 drills
Dispersion33%
Precision17%
Scoring16%
77% match
For Silver tees
Avoid Three-Putts
Short Game~26 min35 HCP8 drills
Distance Control25%
Alignment20%
Scoring14%
74% match
For Silver tees
Turn into birdies, for a 17-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min17 HCP7 drills
Scoring22%
Accuracy19%
Aim18%
65% match
For Silver tees
Hit intended line, for a 2-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Short Game~26 min1 HCP5 drills
Aim29%
Distance Control19%
Precision18%
Unlock Your Golf Potential
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Get Started70% match
For Silver tees
Avoid 3-Putt: Chip Inside Circle
Short Game~26 min24 HCP8 drills
Accuracy24%
Scoring20%
Alignment15%
58% match
For Silver tees
Turn into birdies, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Short Game~26 min34 HCP6 drills
Scoring29%
Aim28%
Alignment13%
64% match
For Silver tees
Stick approaches, for a 17-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min17 HCP6 drills
Accuracy27%
Distance Control27%
Alignment20%
71% match
For Silver tees
Vary landing spot, for a 5-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Short Game~26 min4 HCP7 drills
Distance Control25%
Precision18%
Aim17%
56% match
For Silver tees
Pick landing spot, for a 12-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min12 HCP4 drills
Accuracy35%
Scoring25%
Distance Control17%
44% match
For Gold tees
Visualize the path to the hole, for a 11-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Putting15-30 min11 HCP5 drills
Aim36%
Stroke17%
Alignment14%
47% match
For Gold tees
See the shot, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min17 HCP6 drills
Scoring38%
Accuracy24%
Visualization23%
57% match
For Gold tees
Thread the gap, for a 13-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min13 HCP4 drills
Precision24%
Aim19%
Distance Control18%
16% match
For Gold tees
Consistent wedge contact, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Driving Range~31 min35 HCP3 drills
Mechanics45%
Precision28%
Trajectory27%
74% match
For Gold tees
Control woods rollout, for a 12-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Driving Range30-31 min11 HCP6 drills
Distance Control30%
Scoring20%
Accuracy19%
64% match
For Gold tees
Hit every fairway, for a 13-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Driving Range~31 min13 HCP4 drills
Accuracy29%
Distance Control25%
Scoring21%
47% match
For Gold tees
Eliminate Three-Putts
Putting15-27 min17 HCP4 drills
Distance Control35%
Visualization25%
Dispersion23%
Unlock Your Golf Potential
Get personalized coaching and custom training programs tailored to your game.
Get Started30% match
For Gold tees
Make Every 20+ Ft Putt
Putting~18 min0 HCP4 drills
Distance Control46%
Visualization37%
Dispersion18%
66% match
For Gold tees
Check setup, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Short Game~26 min35 HCP4 drills
Alignment23%
Distance Control21%
Scoring21%
66% match
For Gold tees
Vary landing spot, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min17 HCP5 drills
Distance Control33%
Precision21%
Alignment13%
71% match
For Gold tees
Pick line and commit, for a 2-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Short Game~26 min2 HCP4 drills
Aim26%
Distance Control24%
Precision16%
74% match
For Gold tees
Vary landing spot, for a 31-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Short Game~26 min30 HCP4 drills
Distance Control26%
Accuracy26%
Aim18%
60% match
For Gold tees
Stop on a dime, for a 28-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Short Game~26 min27 HCP7 drills
Distance Control35%
Alignment24%
Accuracy14%
37% match
For Gold tees
Save par clutch, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Short Game~26 min34 HCP4 drills
Scoring34%
Aim32%
Alignment28%
70% match
For Gold tees
Vary landing spot, for a 17-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min16 HCP7 drills
Distance Control29%
Accuracy20%
Dispersion15%
74% match
For Gold tees
Stop close from 30 yards, for a 4-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Short Game~26 min3 HCP9 drills
Distance Control21%
Dispersion15%
Precision15%
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Prepare for Tournaments at Rio Grande Club
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 Rio Grande Club
Get answers to common questions about playing Rio Grande Club and what to expect.
How difficult is Rio Grande Club for mid-handicap golfers?
Players often find Rio Grande Club technically exacting. Its 153.0 slope rating signals significant difficulty for players above a 15 handicap. The course rating of 75.4 reflects on scoring relative to par 72.
What tees should a 15 handicap play at Rio Grande Club?
A 15 handicap golfer should consider tees closer to 4996 yards. The back tees extend to 6461.0 yards, which makes approach shots longer and scoring more challenging.
What is considered a good score at Rio Grande Club?
With a course rating of 75.4 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 Rio Grande Club and how does yardage affect play?
Stretching to 6461.0 yards from the back tees, it does not overwhelm length but rewards accuracy.
What type of course is Rio Grande Club 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 Rio Grande Club strategically challenging?
The combination of a slope rating of 153.0 and yardage reaching 6461.0 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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