Hit short putts until smooth, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Putting~18 min17 HCP3 drills
Aim38%
Alignment23%
Stroke22%
Practice Programs
Complete Golf Practice Blueprint for Riverside Municipal Golf Course
Discover tailored practice programs for this course.
Total Programs
12
12 complete programs built for this course
Unique Drills
59
Total unique drills across all programs
Skill Pillars
10
Accuracy · Aim · Alignment · Dispersion · Distance Control · Precision
Session Durations
6
3 days , 4 days , 5 days , 6 days , 7 days , 9 days
AccuracyAimAlignmentDispersionDistance ControlPrecision+4 more
Practice Practice Profile
We've mapped a comprehensive practice profile for Practice, 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 25%Aim 16%Precision 15%Dispersion 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.
15.8
Average HCP
8.8
Minimum HCP
28.3
Maximum HCP
Top Drills
Featured Drills for Practice
Most-used drills from for this course. Practice as standalone drills or scroll down for full programs.
Putting18 min
Putting Aid: String Line, 15/25
Make 15 out of 25 putts, underneath the hanging string line.
Short Game26 min
Flop | Parallel Ball Lines | 9 Stop Zones
Align a bucket of balls (avg. bucket is 40 balls) into 2 parallel lines 20 balls per line and stop flop shots inside 9 Stop Zones. Count the number of successful stops.
Driving Range31 min
Long irons (4,3,2) | Quadrants
Hit 12 balls to each quadrant using long irons only. Hit one bucket of ~50 balls. Count total number of successful shots.
Driving Range31 min
Long irons (4,3,2) | PAR 3 Challenge
Complete the PAR 3 Challenge using long irons only. Hit one bucket of ~50 balls.
Driving Range31 min
Long irons (4,3,2) | Opposite Shots Challenge
Complete the Opposite Shots Challenge using long irons only. Hit one bucket of ~50 balls.
Putting18 min
Putting Aid: Plane Board, Ball Gate, 15/25
Make 15 out of 25 putts through the ball gate, using plane board.
Course Details
Everything you need to know about Practice.
Contact Information
📞
Phone
+44 (0)1250 872622
📠
Fax
+44 (0) 1250 872622
✉️Email
rls@portlandmaine.gov
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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
1158 Riverside Street
Course Description
Riverside Golf Course is a public golf facility in Portland, Maine, owned by the City of Portland. The course opened in 1932 and features an 18-hole layout, a 9-hole course, and a 3-hole practice area, set along the Presumpscot River. The venue offers tee time booking, various course information pages, and hosts membership options, events, and instructional programs for players of all levels.
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Course Information
Holes
30
Par
9
Type
Parkland
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Programs
Skill-Based Practice Programs for Practice
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 12 Programs
% match to course practice profileHit putts with consistent tempo, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Putting15-27 min17 HCP4 drills
Distance Control35%
Visualization25%
Dispersion23%
Save par clutch, for a 14-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min13 HCP5 drills
Precision31%
Scoring21%
Aim13%
Fly over bunker, for a 26-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Short Game~26 min25 HCP6 drills
Aim28%
Precision18%
Scoring18%
12 Week Flagship Program for Practice
A complete and progressive long-term development curriculum mapped from easier to harder drills, specifically for Practice. Start with the basics and work your way towards more challenging drills. Commit to 12 weeks of training and get in proper shape. Four days counts as a week.
Week 1≤ 4 days
Putting · Long (20+ ft)
Eliminate Three-Putts
Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 17.0
Week 2≤ 3 days
Putting · 6 ft (2m) only
Focus On Pace And Line
Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 17.0
Weeks 2–4≤ 6 days
Short Game · Mixed
Short Game 5–20 Yds From Fringe Or Rough
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Weeks 4–5≤ 7 days
Short Game · Pitch
Keep Par Safe
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 34.0
Weeks 6–8≤ 7 days
Short Game · Chip
Pinpoint Chips for Tap-Ins
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 25.0
Weeks 8–9≤ 6 days
Short Game · Flop
Set your sights high: aim for a soft landing
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 25.0
Weeks 9–10≤ 3 days
Driving Range · Long irons (4,3,2)
Reduce Misses With Long Irons
Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 17.0
Weeks 10–11≤ 5 days
Driving Range · Long irons (4,3,2)
Long Iron Accuracy Advanced
Difficulty: Expert · Program HCP 0.0
Weeks 11–12≤ 4 days
Driving Range · Long irons (4,3,2)
Long Iron Accuracy Advanced
Difficulty: Expert · Program HCP 0.0
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Precision from 200 yards, for a 1-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Driving Range30-31 min0 HCP3 drills
Scoring27%
Distance Control22%
Trajectory13%
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Get StartedPrecision shots, for a 1-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Driving Range~31 min0 HCP5 drills
Scoring28%
Distance Control23%
Precision15%
Precision from tough lie, for a 26-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Short Game~26 min25 HCP9 drills
Precision29%
Distance Control26%
Scoring14%
Keep par safe, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Short Game~26 min34 HCP7 drills
Aim28%
Scoring25%
Alignment23%
Keep near hole, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Short Game~26 min35 HCP6 drills
Scoring45%
Distance Control34%
Visualization21%
Improve accuracy, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Driving Range~31 min17 HCP3 drills
Distance Control25%
Trajectory22%
Scoring20%
Maximize in regulation, for a 1-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Driving Range30-31 min0 HCP4 drills
Scoring36%
Precision19%
Aim15%
Precision wedges, for a 1-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Driving Range30-43 min0 HCP7 drills
Distance Control33%
Scoring33%
Accuracy19%
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Prepare for Tournaments at Practice
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 Practice
Get answers to common questions about playing Practice and what to expect.
How difficult is Practice for mid-handicap golfers?
From a scoring perspective, Practice challenges consistency. With a slope of 120, it remains playable for a wide handicap range. The course rating of 70 reflects on scoring relative to par 9.
What tees should a 15 handicap play at Practice?
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 Practice?
With a course rating of 70 and par 9, a mid-handicap golfer would typically score in the mid to high 80s. Stronger players aiming to break 9 must manage approach shots and avoid penalty strokes.
How long is Practice 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 Practice and how should I play it?
Practice 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 Practice 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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