Check putter angle, for a 12-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Practice Programs
Complete Golf Practice Blueprint for Rochester Country Club
Discover tailored practice programs for this course.
Total Programs
46
46 complete programs built for this course
Unique Drills
191
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
Rochester Country Club Practice Profile
We've mapped a comprehensive practice profile for Rochester Country 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
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.
Top Drills
Featured Drills for Rochester Country Club
Most-used drills from for this course. Practice as standalone drills or scroll down for full programs.
Stop the Ball: Inside the Field, Eyes Closed [Long]
Stop the ball inside all five fields - with your eyes closed - to complete the challenge.
Pitch | Parallel Ball Lines | 9 Stop Zones
Up to 5 players compete to stop a pitch 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 irons (9,8) | Impact and Follow Through
Work only on impact and follow through using short irons only. Hit one bucket of ~50 balls.
Chip | Rough | Uphill/Downhill
Hit two buckets of balls (avg. bucket is 40 balls) from the sloped rough grass; one bucket from the uphill slope and one bucket from the downhill slope.
Chip | Deep Rough and Other | Above/Below Feet
Hit two buckets of balls (avg. bucket is 40 balls) from the sloped deep rough and other extreme grass types; one bucket with balls above feet level, and one bucket with balls below feet level.
Pitch | Deep Rough and Other | Uphill/Downhill
Hit two buckets of balls (avg. bucket is 40 balls) from the sloped deep rough and other extreme grass types; one bucket from the uphill slope and one bucket from the downhill slope.
Course Details
Everything you need to know about Rochester Country Club.
Contact Information
Phone
+44 (0)1250 872622
Fax
+44 (0) 1250 872622
chris@rochestercc.com
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Facilities
Location
94 Church St, Rochester, NH 03839, USA
Course Description
Where Everyone is Welcome Rochester Country Club is a public, 18-hole, par 72 golf course located on a 150-acre site nestled along the Cocheco River offering beautiful views of a sprawling pastoral countryside. RCC offers "The Best Membership Value in NH" for golfers who want to experience the many advantages of joining the club. Their Alliance membership with Nippo Lake golf Club in Barrington, offers golfers discounted rates at both courses. RCC is a great venue for any business, charity group and family to host a golf event. Their expert staff is available every step of the way to help you plan your event and the unsurpassed beauty makes for a fun and relaxing round of golf. They also host different men's and ladies' leagues. The Greenside Grill is a public, pub-style restaurant that offers delicious food ranging from a quick snack to a leisurely lunch or dinner and breakfast is served on the weekends. Specializing in creating the perfect atmosphere for your special occasion, RCC can arrange your meeting, conference or party in their private function hall. Known as one of the most beautiful wedding venues in the area, their attention to detail will make your day most memorable. You are invited to come and experience the NEW Rochester Country Club. Beautiful views, challenging golf, reasonable prices and their awesome customer service is why you don't want to pass up the opportunity to play this amazing course.
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Course Information
Holes
18
Par
72
Type
Parkland
Architect
Orrin E Smith
Opened
1929
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Scorecard
Course Scorecard & Tee Insights
Toggle the colour-coded tees to reveal hole-by-hole pars, handicaps, yardages, and gender-specific ratings for Rochester Country Club, all within a single responsive scorecard.
Scorecard data available for Black
Black Tee
Gender: Male
Front Nine · CR 35.4 · BR 47.5 · Slope 130
Back Nine · CR 36.9 · BR 50.0 · Slope 141
| Hole | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | IN | 10 | 11 | 12 | 13 | 14 | 15 | 16 | 17 | 18 | OUT | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Par | 4 | 5 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 36 | 4 | 5 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 5 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 36 | 72 |
| Handicap | 10 | 8 | 4 | 16 | 14 | 2 | 18 | 6 | 12 | — | 11 | 5 | 17 | 3 | 9 | 1 | 15 | 7 | 13 | — | — |
| Yardage | 362 | 486 | 452 | 216 | 311 | 567 | 153 | 412 | 329 | 3288 | 377 | 553 | 228 | 440 | 401 | 511 | 198 | 414 | 307 | 3429 | 6717 |
Blue Tee
Gender: Male
Front Nine · CR 34.9 · BR 46.6 · Slope 126
Back Nine · CR 35.7 · BR 48.4 · Slope 137
| Hole | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | IN | 10 | 11 | 12 | 13 | 14 | 15 | 16 | 17 | 18 | OUT | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Par | 4 | 5 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 36 | 4 | 5 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 5 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 36 | 72 |
| Handicap | 10 | 8 | 4 | 16 | 14 | 2 | 18 | 6 | 12 | — | 11 | 5 | 17 | 3 | 9 | 1 | 15 | 7 | 13 | — | — |
| Yardage | 322 | 481 | 447 | 205 | 306 | 516 | 134 | 407 | 324 | 3142 | 362 | 548 | 168 | 421 | 328 | 487 | 193 | 393 | 302 | 3202 | 6344 |
Blue/White Combo Tee
Gender: Male
Front Nine · CR 34.2 · BR 45.7 · Slope 124
Back Nine · CR 34.7 · BR 47.3 · Slope 136
| Hole | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | IN | 10 | 11 | 12 | 13 | 14 | 15 | 16 | 17 | 18 | OUT | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Par | 4 | 5 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 36 | 4 | 5 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 5 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 36 | 72 |
| Handicap | 10 | 8 | 4 | 16 | 14 | 2 | 18 | 6 | 12 | — | 11 | 5 | 17 | 3 | 9 | 1 | 15 | 7 | 13 | — | — |
| Yardage | 322 | 481 | 375 | 205 | 306 | 516 | 134 | 339 | 324 | 3002 | 362 | 453 | 168 | 365 | 328 | 487 | 193 | 347 | 302 | 3005 | 6007 |
White Tee
Gender: Male
Front Nine · CR 33.1 · BR 43.6 · Slope 113
Back Nine · CR 34.2 · BR 46.2 · Slope 129
| Hole | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | IN | 10 | 11 | 12 | 13 | 14 | 15 | 16 | 17 | 18 | OUT | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Par | 4 | 5 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 36 | 4 | 5 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 5 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 36 | 72 |
| Handicap | 10 | 8 | 4 | 16 | 14 | 2 | 18 | 6 | 12 | — | 11 | 5 | 17 | 3 | 9 | 1 | 15 | 7 | 13 | — | — |
| Yardage | 322 | 446 | 375 | 175 | 275 | 440 | 128 | 339 | 286 | 2786 | 362 | 453 | 160 | 365 | 313 | 422 | 165 | 347 | 302 | 2889 | 5675 |
Programs
Skill-Based Practice Programs for Rochester Country 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 46 Programs
% match to course practice profileHit Every Long Putt
Convert every opportunity, for a 3-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Land 3-4 feet away, for a 17-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
14 Week Flagship Program for Rochester Country Club
A complete and progressive long-term development curriculum mapped from easier to harder drills, specifically for Rochester Country Club. 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.
Putting · Long (20+ ft)
Hit Every Long Putt
Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 17.0
Short Game · Chip
Stop Chips Near Hole
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Driving Range · Driver
Control Driver Ball Flight
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Putting · 9 ft (3m) only
Reduce Missed Lines On All Shots
Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 12.0
Short Game · Chip
Stop Chips Near Hole
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Driving Range · Short irons (9,8)
Control Short Iron Flight
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Putting · 3 ft (1m) only
Perfect Every 3 Ft Putt
Difficulty: Expert · Program HCP 2.0
Short Game · Chip
Stop Chips Near Hole
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Driving Range · Driver
Driver Fairway Accuracy For Beginners
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
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Get personalized coaching and custom training programs tailored to your game.
Get StartedPerfect short iron arc, for a 29-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Land 2 feet away, for a 1-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Make Every 20+ Ft Putt
Hit intended line, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Feel the green, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Pick line and commit, for a 2-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Feel the green, for a 31-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Set up for success, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Leave inside 5 feet, for a 15-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Stop on a dime, for a 5-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Feel the green, for a 15-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Improve accuracy, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
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Get StartedPerfect aim and stroke, for a 2-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Thread the gap, for a 14-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Feel the green, for a 24-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Thread the gap, for a 16-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Control flight, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Hit fairways consistently, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Get square, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Hit intended line, for a 17-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Chip through gate, for a 2-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Chip close, for a 21-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Hit intended line, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Save par clutch, for a 15-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
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Get StartedVary landing spot, for a 4-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Land 2 feet away, for a 15-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Focus on ball roll and finish position, for a 1-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Thread the gap, for a 14-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
See the shot, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Match plan to shot, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Control distance, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Precision shots, for a 1-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Control ball flight basics, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Stop on a dime, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Stick approaches, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Chip through gate, for a 2-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Unlock Your Golf Potential
Get personalized coaching and custom training programs tailored to your game.
Get StartedFeel the green, for a 22-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Hit intended line, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Stop on a dime, for a 16-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Feel the distance, for a 6-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Stop on a dime, for a 17-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Eliminate careless misses, for a 2-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Prepare for Tournaments at Rochester Country Club
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 Rochester Country Club
Get answers to common questions about playing Rochester Country Club and what to expect.
How difficult is Rochester Country Club for mid-handicap golfers?
Players often find Rochester Country Club technically exacting. The 136.0 slope indicates balanced but noticeable difficulty. The course rating of 72.3 reflects on scoring relative to par 72.
What tees should a 15 handicap play at Rochester Country Club?
A 15 handicap golfer should consider tees closer to 6196 yards. The back tees extend to 6717.0 yards, which makes approach shots longer and scoring more challenging.
What is considered a good score at Rochester Country Club?
With a course rating of 72.3 and par 72, a mid-handicap golfer would typically score in the mid to high 80s. Stronger players aiming to break 72 must manage approach shots and avoid penalty strokes.
How long is Rochester Country Club and how does yardage affect play?
Stretching to 6717.0 yards from the back tees, it does not overwhelm length but rewards accuracy.
What type of course is Rochester Country Club 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 Rochester Country Club strategically challenging?
The combination of a slope rating of 136.0 and yardage reaching 6717.0 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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