Practice Programs

Complete Golf Practice Blueprint for Rivers Bend Golf Club

Discover tailored practice programs for this course.

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Total Programs

11 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 , 6 days , 7 days , 8 days , 9 days

AccuracyAimAlignmentDispersionDistance ControlGreen Reading+5 more

Rivers Bend Practice Profile

We've mapped a comprehensive practice profile for Rivers Bend, 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

Precision 30%Scoring 22%Aim 21%Trajectory 13%Distance Control 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.

22.6

Average HCP

Minimum HCP

32.7

Maximum HCP

Top Drills

Featured Drills for Rivers Bend

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

Chip | Parallel Piles | Multiple Targets

Align a bucket of balls (avg. bucket is 40 balls) into 10 equal parallel piles of 4 balls and stop chip shots close to multiple targets. Count the number of successes.

Driving Range31 min

Woods (Hy to 3W) | Around the Stick

Curve the ball around the alignment stick using using woods only. Hit one bucket of ~50 balls.

Driving Range31 min

All woods (Hy to Dr) | Progressive Targets Challenge

Complete the Progressive Targets Challenge using woods only. Hit one bucket of ~50 balls.

Driving Range31 min

Woods (Hy to 3W) | Backswing

Work only on backswing using woods only. Hit one bucket of ~50 balls.

Driving Range31 min

Woods (Hy to 3W) | Impact and Follow Through

Work only on 'impact and follow through' using woods only. Hit one bucket of ~50 balls.

Course Details

Everything you need to know about Rivers Bend.

Contact Information

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Phone

+44 (0)1250 872622

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Fax

+44 (0) 1250 872622

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Ronnie@riversbendgolfclub.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

11700 Hogans Alley

Course Information

Holes

Par

Type

Parkland

Architect

Steve Smyers

Opened

1991

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Programs

Skill-Based Practice Programs for Rivers Bend

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

Read breaks and aim precisely, for a 2-handicap player, ~10 minutes.

Putting15-24 min1 HCP4 drills

Precision34%

Scoring33%

Aim20%

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Stop Chips Near Hole

Stop near the hole, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.

Short Game~26 min35 HCP9 drills

Aim23%

Scoring21%

Alignment21%

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Stick Every High Flop To Green

Flop over hazards, for a 16-handicap player, ~15 minutes.

Short Game~26 min16 HCP9 drills

Distance Control23%

Scoring18%

Accuracy16%

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Precision 3-Wood Shots

Precision 3-wood shots, for a 1-handicap player, ~10 minutes.

Driving Range30-31 min0 HCP3 drills

Scoring24%

Precision23%

Dispersion13%

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16 Week Flagship Program for Rivers Bend

A complete and progressive long-term development curriculum mapped from easier to harder drills, specifically for Rivers Bend. Start with the basics and work your way towards more challenging drills. Commit to 16 weeks of training and get in proper shape. Four days counts as a week.

Week 1≤ 4 days

Putting · 6 ft (2m) only

Make All 6 Ft Putts

Difficulty: Expert · Program HCP 1.0

Weeks 2–4≤ 7 days

Short Game · Chip

Stop Chips Near Hole

Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0

Weeks 4–5≤ 6 days

Short Game · Pitch

Keep Par Safe

Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 34.0

Weeks 5–7≤ 7 days

Short Game · Bump'n'Run

Bump'n'Run 10–20 Yds

Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 17.0

Weeks 8–10≤ 7 days

Short Game · Flop

Stick Every High Flop To Green

Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 16.0

Weeks 10–12≤ 7 days

Driving Range · Woods (Hy,5W,3W)

Control 3-Wood Roll

Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0

Weeks 12–14≤ 7 days

Driving Range · Woods (Hy,5W,3W)

Stop Missing 3-Wood Fairways

Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0

Weeks 14–15≤ 7 days

Driving Range · Mid irons (7,6,5)

Stop Missing Greens With Mid Irons

Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0

Week 16≤ 3 days

Driving Range · Wedges (LW,SW,GW,PW)

Wedge Distance Control Inside 100 Yards

Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0

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Stop Missing 3-Wood Fairways

Stay on fairways, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.

Driving Range~31 min35 HCP8 drills

Precision28%

Mechanics17%

Trajectory16%

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Keep Par Safe

Keep par safe, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.

Short Game~26 min34 HCP6 drills

Aim29%

Alignment18%

Precision13%

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Bump'n'Run 10–20 Yds

Control the rollout distance, for a 17-handicap player, ~15 minutes.

Short Game~26 min17 HCP9 drills

Scoring28%

Accuracy17%

Distance Control12%

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Stop 2 Feet From Hole

Flop from bunkers, for a 3-handicap player, ~10 minutes.

Short Game~26 min3 HCP9 drills

Precision30%

Distance Control19%

Aim16%

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Control 3-Wood Roll

Stay on fairways, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.

Driving Range~31 min35 HCP8 drills

Precision28%

Mechanics17%

Trajectory16%

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Stop Missing Greens With Mid Irons

Control distance 150-180, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.

Driving Range~31 min35 HCP7 drills

Precision27%

Aim17%

Trajectory13%

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Wedge Distance Control Inside 100 Yards

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

Driving Range~31 min35 HCP3 drills

Mechanics30%

Precision29%

Trajectory18%

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Prepare for Tournaments at Rivers Bend

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 Rivers Bend

Get answers to common questions about playing Rivers Bend and what to expect.

How difficult is Rivers Bend for mid-handicap golfers?

Players often find Rivers Bend 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 70.

What tees should a 15 handicap play at Rivers Bend?

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 Rivers Bend?

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

How long is Rivers Bend 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 Rivers Bend and how should I play it?

Rivers Bend 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 Rivers Bend 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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