Practice Programs

Complete Golf Practice Blueprint for River Ridge Golf & Country Club

Discover tailored practice programs for this course.

Edmonton, Alberta, Canada

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Total Programs

13 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

3 days , 4 days , 5 days , 6 days , 7 days , 8 days , 9 days

AccuracyAimAlignmentDispersionDistance ControlGreen Reading+6 more

River Ridge Practice Profile

We've mapped a comprehensive practice profile for River Ridge, 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 28%Distance Control 26%Precision 20%Trajectory 13%Aim 9%

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.

Average HCP

10.3

Minimum HCP

34.7

Maximum HCP

Top Drills

Featured Drills for River Ridge

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

Putting24 min

Around the Hole: 8 Ball Circle, 4/8

Make 4 out of 8 putts from [6 ft | 2 m], 5 times in total.

Short Game26 min

Sand | Perpendicular Ball Lines | 9 Stop Zones

Align a bucket of balls in the sand (avg. bucket is 40 balls) into 2 perpendicular lines 20 balls per line and stop sand shots inside 9 Stop Zones. Count the number of successful stops.

Driving Range31 min

Long irons (4,3,2) | Ladder Challenge

Complete the Ladder Challenge using long irons only. Hit one bucket of ~50 balls.

Short Game26 min

Sand | Perpendicular Piles | Multiple Targets

Up to 5 players compete to stop a sand shot closest to the multiple target(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) | 3 Landing Zones

Hit 15 balls to each landing zone using long irons only. Hit one bucket of ~50 balls. Count total number of successful shots.

Driving Range31 min

Long irons (4,3,2) | Left-to-R and Right-to-L Shot

Produce left-to-right and right-to-left shots using long irons only. Hit one bucket of ~50 balls.

Course Details

Everything you need to know about River Ridge.

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

18251 9 Avenue NW

Course Information

Holes

Par

Type

Parkland

Architect

Don Barron

Opened

1992

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Programs

Skill-Based Practice Programs for River Ridge

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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Make All 6 Ft Putts

Control pace from 3 to 20 feet, for a 2-handicap player, ~10 minutes.

Putting15-24 min1 HCP4 drills

Precision34%

Scoring33%

Aim20%

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Reduce Short Putts

Prioritize short putts, for a 5-handicap player, ~10 minutes.

Putting15-30 min4 HCP7 drills

Scoring34%

Precision25%

Aim16%

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Bump'n'Run From 5–10 Yds

Use a short swing, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.

Short Game~26 min35 HCP7 drills

Distance Control27%

Scoring17%

Aim17%

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Feet, hips, shoulders—are you set up for a high soft shot?

Vary landing spot, for a 27-handicap player, ~20 minutes.

Short Game~26 min26 HCP8 drills

Distance Control29%

Alignment26%

Precision17%

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14 Week Flagship Program for River Ridge

A complete and progressive long-term development curriculum mapped from easier to harder drills, specifically for River Ridge. 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≤ 7 days

Putting · 3 ft (1m) only

Reduce Short Putts

Difficulty: Expert · Program HCP 4.0

Weeks 2–3≤ 4 days

Putting · 6 ft (2m) only

Make All 6 Ft Putts

Difficulty: Expert · Program HCP 1.0

Weeks 3–5≤ 7 days

Short Game · Bump'n'Run

Bump'n'Run From 5–10 Yds

Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0

Weeks 5–7≤ 7 days

Short Game · Sand

Feet, hips, shoulders—are you set up for a high soft shot?

Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 26.0

Weeks 7–9≤ 7 days

Short Game · Chip

Feel Green: Control Rollout

Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 25.0

Weeks 9–11≤ 7 days

Short Game · Mixed

Feel the green: mixed shots to different distances and control your rollout

Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 17.0

Weeks 11–12≤ 5 days

Driving Range · Wedges (LW,SW,GW,PW)

Control Wedge Roll

Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0

Weeks 12–13≤ 3 days

Driving Range · Long irons (4,3,2)

Improve Long Iron Accuracy

Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 17.0

Weeks 13–14≤ 3 days

Driving Range · Short irons (9,8)

Improve Short Iron Accuracy

Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 17.0

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Long Iron Distance Control

Control distance, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.

Driving Range~31 min17 HCP3 drills

Distance Control25%

Trajectory22%

Scoring20%

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Improve Short Iron Accuracy

Improve accuracy, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.

Driving Range~31 min17 HCP3 drills

Distance Control27%

Scoring20%

Trajectory20%

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Feel Green: Control Rollout

Feel the green, for a 25-handicap player, ~20 minutes.

Short Game~26 min25 HCP9 drills

Distance Control33%

Alignment16%

Accuracy16%

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Pinpoint your sand shots: leave yourself a tap-in every time

Pinpoint sand shots, for a 15-handicap player, ~15 minutes.

Short Game~26 min14 HCP4 drills

Precision27%

Distance Control18%

Alignment17%

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Feel the green: mixed shots to different distances and control your rollout

Vary landing spot, for a 17-handicap player, ~15 minutes.

Short Game~26 min17 HCP7 drills

Scoring45%

Distance Control29%

Visualization21%

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Improve Long Iron Accuracy

Improve accuracy, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.

Driving Range~31 min17 HCP3 drills

Distance Control25%

Trajectory22%

Scoring20%

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Feel the distance: control your woods rollout

Consistent woods length, for a 12-handicap player, ~15 minutes.

Driving Range30-31 min11 HCP6 drills

Distance Control30%

Scoring20%

Accuracy19%

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Beat your best drive streak—how many in a row?

Advantage from tee, for a 9-handicap player, ~10 minutes.

Driving Range30-31 min9 HCP8 drills

Scoring32%

Precision15%

Distance Control13%

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Control Wedge Roll

Stop missed shots, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.

Driving Range~31 min35 HCP5 drills

Precision25%

Mechanics18%

Trajectory17%

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Prepare for Tournaments at River Ridge

Follow a complete multi-week structured practice program ahead of the upcoming events and arrive prepared.

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FAQ

Frequently Asked Questions about River Ridge

Get answers to common questions about playing River Ridge and what to expect.

How difficult is River Ridge for mid-handicap golfers?

From a scoring perspective, River Ridge challenges consistency. This slope level makes it manageable compared to championship venues. The course rating of 70 reflects on scoring relative to par 71.

What tees should a 15 handicap play at River Ridge?

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 Ridge?

With a course rating of 70 and par 71, a mid-handicap golfer would typically score in the mid to high 80s. Stronger players aiming to break 71 must manage approach shots and avoid penalty strokes.

How long is River Ridge 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 River Ridge 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 River Ridge 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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