Hit putts with both left and right breaks, for a 1-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Putting~18 min0 HCP6 drills
Distance Control31%
Visualization31%
Dispersion22%
Practice Programs
Complete Golf Practice Blueprint for River Bend Golf Club
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Total Programs
17
17 complete programs built for this course
Unique Drills
88
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
River Bend Golf Club Practice Profile
We've mapped a comprehensive practice profile for River Bend Golf 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
Scoring 30%Distance Control 28%Precision 14%Aim 13%Accuracy 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.
13.6
Average HCP
7.9
Minimum HCP
29.3
Maximum HCP
Top Drills
Featured Drills for River Bend Golf Club
Most-used drills from for this course. Practice as standalone drills or scroll down for full programs.
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Putting18 min
Stop the Ball: to the Stick, Eyes Closed [Long]
Stop the ball between the hole and an alignment stick with your eyes closed.
Short Game26 min
Sand | Perpendicular Piles | 9 Stop Zones
Align a bucket of balls in the sand (avg. bucket is 40 balls) into 10 equal perpendicular piles of 4 balls and stop sand shots inside 9 Stop Zones. Count the number of successful stops.
Driving Range31 min
Wedges (LW to PW) | Scattered Targets (Shorter)
Hit to different targets using wedges only. Hit one bucket of ~50 balls.
Short Game26 min
Sand | Perpendicular 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.
Driving Range43 min
Wedges (LW to PW) | Scattered Targets (Longer)
Hit to different targets using wedges only. Hit one bucket of ~50 balls.
Driving Range30 min
Wedges (LW to PW) | Target Line (Shorter)
Hit to different targets using wedges only. Hit one bucket of ~50 balls.
Course Details
Everything you need to know about River Bend Golf Club.
Contact Information
📞
Phone
+44 (0)1250 872622
📠
Fax
+44 (0) 1250 872622
✉️Email
proshop@playriverbendgolf.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
730 Airport Rd, Ormond Beach, FL 32174, USA
Course Description
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Course Information
Holes
18
Par
72
Type
Parkland
Architect
Lloyd Clifton
Opened
1990
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Programs
Skill-Based Practice Programs for River Bend Golf 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 17 Programs
% match to course practice profileFocus on the target line, for a 13-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Putting18-30 min12 HCP3 drills
Aim35%
Alignment23%
Stroke13%
Sand from deep bunkers, for a 8-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Short Game~26 min7 HCP4 drills
Distance Control30%
Precision16%
Dispersion15%
Pinpoint sand shots, for a 14-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min13 HCP8 drills
Precision27%
Distance Control23%
Aim15%
14 Week Flagship Program for River Bend Golf Club
A complete and progressive long-term development curriculum mapped from easier to harder drills, specifically for River Bend Golf Club. Start with the basics and work your way towards more challenging drills. Commit to 14 weeks of training and get in proper shape. Four days counts as a week.
Week 1≤ 3 days
Putting · 3 ft (1m) only
Line Every Short Putt Precisely
Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 12.0
Weeks 1–3≤ 6 days
Putting · Long (20+ ft)
Make Every 20+ Ft Putt
Difficulty: Expert · Program HCP 0.0
Weeks 3–4≤ 4 days
Short Game · Bump'n'Run
Visualize your line, then make it happen on every shot
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 30.0
Weeks 4–5≤ 7 days
Short Game · Sand
Open up and let it fly: alignment for bunker shots
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 25.0
Weeks 6–7≤ 7 days
Short Game · Pitch
Pitch it close: accuracy from 20 yards and in
Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 18.0
Weeks 7–9≤ 7 days
Short Game · Mixed
Approach 10–30 Yds From Fringe Or Rough
Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 16.0
Weeks 9–11≤ 6 days
Driving Range · Driver
Control Driver Ball Flight
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Weeks 11–12≤ 7 days
Driving Range · Short irons (9,8)
Thread the gap: precision short irons to the pin
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Weeks 13–14≤ 5 days
Driving Range · Wedges (LW,SW,GW,PW)
Pin hunter: hit every wedge close to the hole
Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 10.0
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Hit within 2-4 yards, for a 9-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Driving Range~31 min9 HCP4 drills
Distance Control31%
Scoring25%
Trajectory15%
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Get StartedPrecision wedges, for a 1-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Driving Range30-43 min0 HCP9 drills
Scoring32%
Distance Control29%
Accuracy17%
Get square, for a 26-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Short Game~26 min25 HCP7 drills
Alignment28%
Distance Control26%
Scoring14%
Stop within 2 feet, for a 1-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Short Game~26 min0 HCP3 drills
Scoring55%
Distance Control30%
Visualization15%
Visualize the line, for a 30-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Short Game~26 min30 HCP4 drills
Scoring39%
Aim25%
Alignment18%
Pitch close, for a 19-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min18 HCP7 drills
Accuracy34%
Distance Control18%
Alignment16%
Approach from hazards, for a 17-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min16 HCP8 drills
Scoring45%
Distance Control31%
Visualization24%
Turn into birdies, for a 7-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Driving Range~31 min7 HCP6 drills
Dispersion27%
Scoring20%
Distance Control15%
Thread the gap, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Driving Range~31 min35 HCP7 drills
Precision34%
Mechanics19%
Trajectory16%
Advanced fairway accuracy, for a 1-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Driving Range30-31 min0 HCP6 drills
Scoring29%
Precision20%
Trajectory13%
Hit close to hole, for a 11-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Driving Range30-43 min10 HCP5 drills
Distance Control39%
Scoring29%
Accuracy20%
Stop missing fairways, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Driving Range~31 min35 HCP6 drills
Precision29%
Mechanics23%
Trajectory19%
Stick to wedge line, for a 6-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Driving Range30-31 min6 HCP4 drills
Distance Control33%
Scoring30%
Accuracy24%
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Prepare for Tournaments at River Bend Golf Club
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No upcoming tournaments at this time.
FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions about River Bend Golf Club
Get answers to common questions about playing River Bend Golf Club and what to expect.
How difficult is River Bend Golf Club for mid-handicap golfers?
Players often find River Bend Golf Club technically exacting. With a slope of 120, it remains playable for a wide handicap range. The course rating of 70 reflects on scoring relative to par 72.
What tees should a 15 handicap play at River Bend Golf Club?
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 River Bend Golf Club?
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 River Bend Golf Club and how does yardage affect play?
Measuring 6500 yards at maximum length, scoring depends more on placement than raw power.
What type of course is River Bend Golf Club and how should I play it?
River Bend Golf Club 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 River Bend Golf Club 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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