Practice Programs

Complete Golf Practice Blueprint for River Plantation Country Club

Discover tailored practice programs for this course.

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Total Programs

12 complete programs built for this course

Unique Drills

Total unique drills across all programs

Skill Pillars

Accuracy · Aim · Alignment · Dispersion · Distance Control · Green Reading

Session Durations

4 days , 5 days , 6 days , 7 days , 8 days

AccuracyAimAlignmentDispersionDistance ControlGreen Reading+5 more

Augusta Practice Profile

We've mapped a comprehensive practice profile for Augusta, 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 24%Scoring 23%Precision 22%Trajectory 16%Aim 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.

19.6

Average HCP

12.5

Minimum HCP

34.8

Maximum HCP

Top Drills

Featured Drills for Augusta

Most-used drills from for this course. Practice as standalone drills or scroll down for full programs.

Short Game26 min

Pitch | Fairway | Uphill/Downhill

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

Driver | Low/Mid/High Shot

Produce low/mid/high shots using driver only. Hit one bucket of ~50 balls.

Short Game26 min

Sand | Parallel Ball Lines | 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. Up to 80 balls are needed.

Short Game26 min

Sand | Perpendicular Piles | 3 Landing Zones

Up to 5 players compete to stop a sand shot inside the landing zone(s). The player with the most points at the end wins the challenge. One bucket of balls per player is needed.

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 | Parallel Ball Lines | 3 Landing Zones

Up to 5 players compete to stop a sand shot inside the landing zone(s). The player with the most points at the end wins the challenge. Up to 80 balls are needed.

Course Details

Everything you need to know about Augusta.

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

550 Country Club Drive

Course Information

Holes

Par

Type

Parkland

Architect

Jay Riviere

Opened

1969

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Programs

Skill-Based Practice Programs for Augusta

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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Feel the distance: bunker to different targets and control your rollout

Feel the green, for a 13-handicap player, ~15 minutes.

Short Game~26 min12 HCP5 drills

Distance Control40%

Trajectory19%

Aim16%

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Pitch 20–35 Yds From Fairway Or Rough

Save par on approaches, for a 16-handicap player, ~15 minutes.

Short Game~26 min15 HCP8 drills

Accuracy27%

Distance Control18%

Scoring18%

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Driver Fairway Accuracy For Beginners

Control ball flight basics, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.

Driving Range~31 min35 HCP5 drills

Precision28%

Mechanics27%

Trajectory23%

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Feet, hips, shoulders—consistent contact

Consistent mid iron contact, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.

Driving Range~31 min35 HCP4 drills

Mechanics45%

Precision30%

Trajectory25%

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14 Week Flagship Program for Augusta

A complete and progressive long-term development curriculum mapped from easier to harder drills, specifically for Augusta. 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.

Weeks 1–2≤ 5 days

Short Game · Flop

Hit Flop & Avoid Big Numbers

Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0

Weeks 2–4≤ 7 days

Short Game · Pitch

Save par with a clutch pitch—pressure drill

Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 24.0

Weeks 4–5≤ 7 days

Short Game · Bump'n'Run

Bump'n'Run 10–20 Yds

Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 17.0

Weeks 6–7≤ 7 days

Short Game · Pitch

Pitch 20–35 Yds From Fairway Or Rough

Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 15.0

Weeks 8–9≤ 5 days

Short Game · Sand

Feel the distance: bunker to different targets and control your rollout

Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 12.0

Weeks 9–10≤ 6 days

Driving Range · Wedges (LW,SW,GW,PW)

Control Wedge Roll

Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0

Weeks 10–11≤ 5 days

Driving Range · Driver

Driver Fairway Accuracy For Beginners

Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0

Week 12≤ 4 days

Driving Range · Mid irons (7,6,5)

Feet, hips, shoulders—consistent contact

Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0

Weeks 13–14≤ 6 days

Driving Range · Woods (Hy,5W,3W)

Reach the green: consistent length with hybrids and woods

Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 11.0

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Hit Flop & Avoid Big Numbers

Flop from sand, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.

Short Game25-26 min35 HCP5 drills

Aim21%

Distance Control19%

Scoring13%

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Save par with a clutch pitch—pressure drill

Turn into birdies, for a 24-handicap player, ~20 minutes.

Short Game~26 min24 HCP8 drills

Scoring34%

Aim17%

Alignment11%

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Bump'n'Run 10–20 Yds

Land near the pin, for a 17-handicap player, ~15 minutes.

Short Game~26 min17 HCP7 drills

Scoring23%

Accuracy17%

Precision15%

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Flop 25–40 Yds From Bunker Or Fringe

Land softly, for a 3-handicap player, ~10 minutes.

Short Game~26 min3 HCP8 drills

Distance Control24%

Precision24%

Scoring12%

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Wedge Accuracy Advanced

Maximize greens in regulation, for a 1-handicap player, ~10 minutes.

Driving Range~31 min0 HCP4 drills

Scoring36%

Precision22%

Distance Control13%

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Feel the yardage: control short iron distance

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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Control Wedge Roll

Control distance inside 100, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.

Driving Range~31 min35 HCP6 drills

Precision26%

Mechanics23%

Trajectory18%

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Reach the green: consistent length with hybrids and woods

Hit varying targets, for a 12-handicap player, ~15 minutes.

Driving Range30-31 min11 HCP6 drills

Distance Control30%

Scoring20%

Accuracy19%

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Prepare for Tournaments at Augusta

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 Augusta

Get answers to common questions about playing Augusta and what to expect.

How difficult is Augusta for mid-handicap golfers?

Augusta presents a demanding test. The 120 slope rating keeps it accessible for developing players. The course rating of 70 reflects on scoring relative to par 36.

What tees should a 15 handicap play at Augusta?

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 Augusta?

With a course rating of 70 and par 36, a mid-handicap golfer would typically score in the mid to high 80s. Stronger players aiming to break 36 must manage approach shots and avoid penalty strokes.

How long is Augusta and how does yardage affect play?

At a full length of 6500 yards, it balances distance with positional strategy.

What type of course is Augusta 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 Augusta 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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