Focus on positive outcomes, for a 5-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Putting15-24 min4 HCP7 drills
Scoring34%
Precision29%
Aim16%
Practice Programs
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Total Programs
18
18 complete programs built for this course
Unique Drills
86
Total unique drills across all programs
Skill Pillars
12
Accuracy · Aim · Alignment · Dispersion · Distance Control · Green Reading
Session Durations
7
3 days , 4 days , 5 days , 6 days , 7 days , 8 days , 9 days
AccuracyAimAlignmentDispersionDistance ControlGreen Reading+6 more
Riviera Hills Golf & Recreation Club Practice Profile
We've mapped a comprehensive practice profile for Riviera Hills Golf & Recreation 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 32%Precision 21%Aim 17%Distance Control 17%Accuracy 10%
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.
15.3
Average HCP
8
Minimum HCP
30.7
Maximum HCP
Top Drills
Featured Drills for Riviera Hills Golf & Recreation Club
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 Game23 min
Sand | Scattered Ball Lines | Quadrants
Scatter a bucket of balls in the sand (avg. bucket is 40 balls) into 8 equal lines of 5 balls and stop sand shots inside quadrants. Count the number of successes.
Driving Range31 min
Driver | L-R and R-L 9 Targets
Hit 5 balls to each randomly selected target while producing left-to-right and right-to-left shots, using driver only. Hit one bucket of ~50 balls.
Putting15 min
One Handed, Ball Gate, 12 in a Row
Make 12 putts in a row, one-handed through the ball gate.
Putting18 min
Putting Aid: Alignment Mirror, 15/25
Make 15 out of 25 putts using an alignment mirror.
Putting18 min
Single Tee, 15/25
Make 15 out of 25 putts
Course Details
Everything you need to know about Riviera Hills Golf & Recreation Club.
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
10200 Fairway Dr, Kelseyville, CA 95451, USA
Course Description
Riviera Hills is a hospitality venue featuring a restaurant, lounge, and recreation club located in Kelseyville, California, overlooking Clear Lake with views of Mt. Konocti. The property offers dining with a locally focused wine list, a lounge atmosphere, golfing, and recreational amenities such as pools and tennis, along with wedding packages and event spaces. The club’s history dates back to the 1960s with a 2008 remodel that blends Victorian-inspired elegance with casual dining. It serves visitors and locals in Lake County, emphasizing wine country dining and lakeside recreation.
dining • lounge • golfing • wedding packages • pools & tennis • clear lake • mt konocti • kelseyville california • wine list • local wines • recreation club • event venue • lakeside dining • lake county california • country club • recreation • restaurant • leisure activities • membership
Course Information
Holes
9
Par
36
Type
Parkland
Architect
Edward Defilice
Opened
1965
Google Reviews
Business Claimed
⭐4.2(212 reviews)
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Programs
Skill-Based Practice Programs for Riviera Hills Golf & Recreation 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 18 Programs
% match to course practice profileControl pace from 3 to 20 feet, for a 2-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Putting15-24 min1 HCP4 drills
Precision34%
Scoring33%
Aim20%
Save par clutch, for a 19-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game23-26 min19 HCP7 drills
Scoring28%
Aim16%
Distance Control16%
Pick spot and trust, for a 17-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min16 HCP3 drills
Aim36%
Distance Control18%
Dispersion18%
13 Week Flagship Program for Riviera Hills Golf & Recreation Club
A complete and progressive long-term development curriculum mapped from easier to harder drills, specifically for Riviera Hills Golf & Recreation Club. Start with the basics and work your way towards more challenging drills. Commit to 13 weeks of training and get in proper shape. Four days counts as a week.
Weeks 1–2≤ 7 days
Putting · 9 ft (3m) only
Save Par From 9 Foot Putts
Difficulty: Expert · Program HCP 4.0
Weeks 2–3≤ 3 days
Short Game · Pitch
Land Close To Pin
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 34.0
Weeks 3–5≤ 7 days
Driving Range · Long irons (4,3,2)
Control Long Iron Flight
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Weeks 5–6≤ 4 days
Putting · 6 ft (2m) only
Read Subtle Breaks
Difficulty: Expert · Program HCP 1.0
Weeks 6–8≤ 7 days
Short Game · Sand
Open up and let it fly: alignment for bunker shots
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 24.0
Weeks 8–10≤ 7 days
Driving Range · Short irons (9,8)
How close can you get? Challenge your limits
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 32.0
Weeks 10–11≤ 4 days
Putting · 6 ft (2m) only
Sink Every Mid Putt
Difficulty: Expert · Program HCP 1.0
Weeks 11–13≤ 7 days
Short Game · Mixed
Can you match your plan to your shot?
Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 19.0
Week 13≤ 3 days
Driving Range · Long irons (4,3,2)
Improve Long Iron Accuracy
Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 17.0
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Reduce misses, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Driving Range~31 min17 HCP3 drills
Distance Control25%
Trajectory22%
Scoring20%
Advanced accuracy, for a 1-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Driving Range~31 min0 HCP3 drills
Scoring26%
Distance Control20%
Precision15%
Finish putts in one motion, for a 2-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Putting15-24 min1 HCP4 drills
Precision34%
Scoring33%
Aim20%
Keep par safe, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Short Game~26 min34 HCP3 drills
Aim34%
Precision27%
Dispersion21%
See landing and roll, for a 20-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min19 HCP7 drills
Scoring45%
Distance Control32%
Visualization23%
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Get StartedVary landing spot, for a 24-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Short Game~26 min24 HCP8 drills
Distance Control27%
Alignment23%
Scoring12%
See the shot, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min17 HCP6 drills
Scoring38%
Accuracy24%
Visualization23%
Up-and-down contest, for a 16-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min15 HCP4 drills
Scoring39%
Accuracy25%
Alignment17%
Improve accuracy, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Driving Range30-31 min17 HCP4 drills
Scoring30%
Distance Control29%
Trajectory19%
Advantage from tee, for a 9-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Driving Range30-31 min9 HCP8 drills
Scoring32%
Precision15%
Trajectory13%
Thread the gap, for a 33-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Driving Range30-31 min32 HCP9 drills
Precision33%
Aim17%
Trajectory14%
Stop missing greens, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Driving Range~31 min35 HCP7 drills
Precision33%
Mechanics19%
Aim16%
Precision short irons, for a 1-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Driving Range30-31 min0 HCP5 drills
Scoring31%
Precision19%
Aim14%
Master driver length, for a 6-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Driving Range~31 min6 HCP3 drills
Distance Control35%
Scoring23%
Trajectory22%
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FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions about Riviera Hills Golf & Recreation Club
Get answers to common questions about playing Riviera Hills Golf & Recreation Club and what to expect.
How difficult is Riviera Hills Golf & Recreation Club for mid-handicap golfers?
From a scoring perspective, Riviera Hills Golf & Recreation Club 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 36.
What tees should a 15 handicap play at Riviera Hills Golf & Recreation 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 Riviera Hills Golf & Recreation Club?
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 Riviera Hills Golf & Recreation 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 Riviera Hills Golf & Recreation Club and how should I play it?
Riviera Hills Golf & Recreation 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 Riviera Hills Golf & Recreation 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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