58% match
For Blue tees
Roll putts from varying distances, for a 3-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Putting15-24 min2 HCP6 drills
Scoring36%
Precision34%
Aim12%
Practice Programs
Complete Golf Practice Blueprint for Saddle Rock Golf Course
Discover tailored practice programs for this course.
Total Programs
45
45 complete programs built for this course
Unique Drills
193
Total unique drills across all programs
Skill Pillars
11
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+5 more
Saddle Rock Golf Course Practice Profile
We've mapped a comprehensive practice profile for Saddle Rock Golf Course, 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
Distance Control 26%Scoring 22%Precision 19%Aim 16%Accuracy 15%
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.
15.9
Average HCP
8.9
Minimum HCP
29.8
Maximum HCP
Top Drills
Featured Drills for Saddle Rock Golf Course
Most-used drills from for this course. Practice as standalone drills or scroll down for full programs.
![Diagram for Stop the Ball: Inside the Field [Long]](https://cdn.prod.website-files.com/65d60f76badcce181f11dc50/665b3333053ac0f43d89ac0e_Slide71.PNG)
Putting15 min
Stop the Ball: Inside the Field [Long]
Stop the ball inside five fields to complete the challenge.
Short Game26 min
Pitch | Parallel Piles | Multiple Targets
Align a bucket of balls (avg. bucket is 40 balls) into 10 equal parallel piles of 4 balls and stop pitch shots close to multiple targets. Count the number of successes.
Driving Range30 min
Wedges (LW to PW) | Target Line (Longer)
Hit to different targets using wedges only. Hit one bucket of ~50 balls.
![Diagram for Stop the Ball: Inside the Field, Eyes Closed [Long]](https://cdn.prod.website-files.com/65d60f76badcce181f11dc50/665887a0c4f4a790542a56e3_Slide18.PNG)
Putting18 min
Stop the Ball: Inside the Field, Eyes Closed [Long]
Stop the ball inside all five fields - with your eyes closed - to complete the challenge.
![Diagram for Stop the Ball: Inside the Field, in a Row [Long]](https://cdn.prod.website-files.com/65d60f76badcce181f11dc50/6658863b3c0035ec4a158e8e_Slide16.PNG)
Putting18 min
Stop the Ball: Inside the Field, in a Row [Long]
Stop 5 balls in a row - one inside each field - to complete the challenge. If miss, fall back two fields.
![Diagram for Stop the Ball: to the Stick, in a Row [Long]](https://cdn.prod.website-files.com/65d60f76badcce181f11dc50/66588cd97597181cc748d4de_Slide32.PNG)
Putting18 min
Stop the Ball: to the Stick, in a Row [Long]
Stop 5 balls in a row past the hole and short of an alignment stick.
Course Details
Everything you need to know about Saddle Rock Golf Course.
Contact Information
📞
Phone
+44 (0)1250 872622
📠
Fax
+44 (0) 1250 872622
✉️Email
Zzwemke@auroragov.org
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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
21705 E Arapahoe Rd #B, Aurora, CO 80016, USA
Course Description
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Course Information
Holes
18
Par
72
Type
Parkland
Architect
Dick Phelps
Opened
1997
Google Reviews
Business Claimed
⭐4.2(414 reviews)
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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 Saddle Rock Golf Course, all within a single responsive scorecard.
Scorecard data available for Blue
Women's Tees
Tee Insight:This course tests steady ball striking across short par fours that invite bold drives and long par fives that force careful plans. Back nine raises risks with tougher ratings pushing more bogey chances than front side.
B
Blue Tee
Gender: FemalePar 726346 yards5803 metersCR 76.5Bogey 111.5Slope 149
Gender: Female
Front Nine · CR 37.6 · BR 54.8 · Slope 146
Back Nine · CR 38.9 · BR 56.7 · Slope 151
| Hole | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | IN | 10 | 11 | 12 | 13 | 14 | 15 | 16 | 17 | 18 | OUT | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Par | 5 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 5 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 36 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 5 | 3 | 4 | 3 | 5 | 4 | 36 | 72 |
| Handicap | 3 | 13 | 7 | 9 | 17 | 1 | 11 | 15 | 5 | — | 12 | 14 | 8 | 4 | 18 | 10 | 16 | 2 | 6 | — | — |
| Yardage | 507 | 314 | 368 | 334 | 126 | 553 | 318 | 180 | 394 | 3094 | 373 | 502 | 371 | 414 | 158 | 333 | 170 | 536 | 395 | 3252 | 6346 |
G
Green/White (Team) Tee
Gender: FemalePar 725266 yards4815 metersCR 70.2Bogey 102.0Slope 135
Gender: Female
Front Nine · CR 35.6 · BR 52.2 · Slope 141
Back Nine · CR 34.6 · BR 49.8 · 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 | 5 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 5 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 36 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 5 | 3 | 4 | 3 | 5 | 4 | 36 | 72 |
| Handicap | 3 | 13 | 7 | 9 | 17 | 1 | 11 | 15 | 5 | — | 12 | 14 | 8 | 4 | 18 | 10 | 16 | 2 | 6 | — | — |
| Yardage | 437 | 304 | 326 | 309 | 116 | 483 | 274 | 143 | 332 | 2724 | 287 | 212 | 329 | 402 | 140 | 291 | 125 | 460 | 296 | 2542 | 5266 |
W
White Tee
Gender: FemalePar 725848 yards5347 metersCR 74.1Bogey 107.4Slope 141
Gender: Female
Front Nine · CR 36.7 · BR 53.1 · Slope 139
Back Nine · CR 37.4 · BR 54.3 · Slope 143
| Hole | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | IN | 10 | 11 | 12 | 13 | 14 | 15 | 16 | 17 | 18 | OUT | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Par | 5 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 5 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 36 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 5 | 3 | 4 | 3 | 5 | 4 | 36 | 72 |
| Handicap | 3 | 13 | 7 | 9 | 17 | 1 | 11 | 15 | 5 | — | 12 | 14 | 8 | 4 | 18 | 10 | 16 | 2 | 6 | — | — |
| Yardage | 454 | 304 | 359 | 309 | 116 | 519 | 305 | 143 | 358 | 2867 | 336 | 464 | 329 | 414 | 140 | 301 | 150 | 501 | 346 | 2981 | 5848 |
Programs
Skill-Based Practice Programs for Saddle Rock Golf Course
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 45 Programs
% match to course practice profile42% match
For Blue tees
Eliminate Three-Putts
Putting15-27 min17 HCP4 drills
Distance Control35%
Visualization25%
Dispersion23%
38% match
For Blue tees
Land inside 2 feet, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min17 HCP3 drills
Scoring43%
Accuracy35%
Visualization15%
80% match
For Blue tees
Thread the gap, for a 22-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Short Game~26 min21 HCP9 drills
Distance Control23%
Precision22%
Scoring22%
13 Week Flagship Program for Saddle Rock Golf Course
A complete and progressive long-term development curriculum mapped from easier to harder drills, specifically for Saddle Rock Golf Course. 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.
Week 1≤ 4 days
Putting · Long (20+ ft)
Eliminate Three-Putts
Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 17.0
Weeks 2–3≤ 7 days
Short Game · Chip
Chip 5–15 Yds From Fringe
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Weeks 3–5≤ 6 days
Driving Range · Short irons (9,8)
Control Short Iron Flight
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Weeks 5–6≤ 4 days
Putting · Long (20+ ft)
Eliminate Three-Putts
Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 17.0
Week 6≤ 3 days
Short Game · Chip
Chip 5–15 Yds From Fringe
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Weeks 7–8≤ 6 days
Driving Range · Long irons (4,3,2)
Stop Missing Greens With Long Irons
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Weeks 8–10≤ 7 days
Putting · Long (20+ ft)
Sink Long Putts Precisely
Difficulty: Advanced · Program HCP 7.0
Weeks 10–11≤ 7 days
Short Game · Pitch
Land Close To Pin
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Weeks 12–13≤ 6 days
Driving Range · Woods (Hy,5W,3W)
3-Wood Distance Accuracy
Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 17.0
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66% match
For Blue tees
Stick to wedge line, for a 8-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Driving Range30-43 min7 HCP8 drills
Distance Control34%
Scoring31%
Accuracy22%
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Get Started27% match
For Blue tees
Sink All Long Putts
Putting~18 min0 HCP4 drills
Distance Control46%
Visualization37%
Dispersion18%
61% match
For Blue tees
Chip through gate, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Short Game~26 min34 HCP3 drills
Aim33%
Scoring13%
Precision13%
69% match
For Blue tees
Approach from hazards, for a 17-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min16 HCP6 drills
Accuracy26%
Distance Control23%
Scoring22%
64% match
For Blue tees
Hit intended line, for a 4-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Short Game~26 min3 HCP5 drills
Aim26%
Distance Control19%
Precision16%
63% match
For Blue tees
Leave inside 5 feet, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min17 HCP9 drills
Accuracy32%
Distance Control19%
Scoring18%
60% match
For Blue tees
Hit intended line, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Short Game~26 min35 HCP7 drills
Aim36%
Scoring22%
Alignment16%
67% match
For Blue tees
Turn into birdies, for a 17-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min17 HCP9 drills
Scoring24%
Accuracy23%
Distance Control13%
63% match
For Blue tees
Pick line and commit, for a 2-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Short Game~26 min2 HCP4 drills
Aim26%
Distance Control24%
Precision23%
67% match
For Blue tees
Avoid 3-Putt: Chip Inside Circle
Short Game~26 min19 HCP9 drills
Accuracy31%
Distance Control16%
Scoring15%
65% match
For Green/White (Team) tees
Precision from 200 yards, for a 1-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Driving Range30-31 min0 HCP6 drills
Scoring29%
Precision20%
Trajectory13%
32% match
For Green/White (Team) tees
Visualize long lines, for a 8-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Putting15-18 min7 HCP7 drills
Distance Control43%
Visualization39%
Dispersion14%
76% match
For Green/White (Team) tees
Save par consistently, for a 16-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min15 HCP8 drills
Scoring19%
Distance Control19%
Accuracy18%
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Get Started60% match
For Green/White (Team) tees
Avoid three-putts, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Short Game23-26 min34 HCP5 drills
Aim28%
Scoring25%
Alignment22%
51% match
For Green/White (Team) tees
Roll to tap-in range, for a 3-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Short Game~26 min3 HCP4 drills
Distance Control45%
Trajectory19%
Precision15%
40% match
For Green/White (Team) tees
Stop missing greens, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Driving Range~31 min35 HCP6 drills
Precision33%
Mechanics23%
Trajectory18%
34% match
For Green/White (Team) tees
Stop missing greens, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Driving Range~31 min35 HCP6 drills
Precision33%
Mechanics23%
Trajectory19%
54% match
For Green/White (Team) tees
Match clubface, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Short Game~26 min35 HCP3 drills
Alignment34%
Aim25%
Scoring17%
76% match
For Green/White (Team) tees
Feel the green, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min17 HCP4 drills
Distance Control28%
Scoring21%
Dispersion14%
68% match
For Green/White (Team) tees
Pick line and commit, for a 2-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Short Game~26 min1 HCP5 drills
Aim29%
Distance Control19%
Precision18%
64% match
For Green/White (Team) tees
Vary landing spot, for a 29-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Short Game~26 min29 HCP9 drills
Distance Control32%
Alignment20%
Accuracy17%
65% match
For Green/White (Team) tees
Thread the needle, for a 23-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Short Game~26 min23 HCP9 drills
Precision29%
Distance Control21%
Dispersion14%
72% match
For Green/White (Team) tees
Dial in aim, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Short Game~26 min34 HCP6 drills
Aim30%
Precision17%
Scoring17%
76% match
For Green/White (Team) tees
Vary landing spot, for a 16-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min16 HCP7 drills
Distance Control31%
Accuracy19%
Aim16%
74% match
For Green/White (Team) tees
Pinpoint mixed shots, for a 4-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Short Game~26 min3 HCP5 drills
Precision27%
Distance Control21%
Scoring14%
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Get Started72% match
For Green/White (Team) tees
Vary landing spot, for a 13-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min12 HCP4 drills
Distance Control27%
Accuracy20%
Alignment15%
59% match
For Green/White (Team) tees
Feel the green, for a 11-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min10 HCP4 drills
Distance Control35%
Precision26%
Trajectory16%
62% match
For White tees
Sink with precision, for a 2-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Putting15-30 min2 HCP6 drills
Scoring35%
Precision29%
Aim14%
60% match
For White tees
Pinpoint accuracy, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min18 HCP4 drills
Precision33%
Distance Control30%
Aim14%
38% match
For White tees
Visualize perfect flop, for a 15-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min15 HCP4 drills
Scoring45%
Accuracy31%
Visualization25%
50% match
For White tees
Pick landing spot, for a 17-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min17 HCP7 drills
Aim30%
Precision28%
Dispersion17%
68% match
For White tees
Advanced accuracy, for a 1-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Driving Range30-31 min0 HCP7 drills
Scoring29%
Precision18%
Distance Control13%
49% match
For White tees
Reduce spread, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Driving Range30-31 min17 HCP6 drills
Precision34%
Dispersion25%
Scoring15%
61% match
For White tees
Maximize in regulation, for a 1-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Driving Range~31 min0 HCP5 drills
Scoring27%
Precision22%
Dispersion18%
42% match
For White tees
Eliminate Three-Putts
Putting15-27 min17 HCP4 drills
Distance Control35%
Visualization25%
Dispersion23%
44% match
For White tees
Sink All Long Putts
Putting~18 min0 HCP6 drills
Visualization31%
Distance Control31%
Dispersion22%
62% match
For White tees
Check setup, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Short Game~26 min35 HCP7 drills
Alignment27%
Aim23%
Scoring23%
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Get Started66% match
For White tees
Pick landing spot, for a 16-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min16 HCP3 drills
Accuracy37%
Scoring23%
Aim22%
77% match
For White tees
Stop close from 30 yards, for a 5-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Short Game~26 min5 HCP9 drills
Distance Control21%
Scoring15%
Precision15%
62% match
For White tees
Pick landing spot, for a 15-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min14 HCP9 drills
Accuracy32%
Scoring22%
Distance Control14%
76% match
For White tees
Thread the needle, for a 22-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Short Game~26 min21 HCP6 drills
Precision30%
Distance Control28%
Scoring21%
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FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions about Saddle Rock Golf Course
Get answers to common questions about playing Saddle Rock Golf Course and what to expect.
How difficult is Saddle Rock Golf Course for mid-handicap golfers?
Saddle Rock Golf Course is regarded as a strategically complex layout. The slope of 149.0 places it firmly in the upper difficulty tier. The course rating of 76.5 reflects on scoring relative to par 72.
What tees should a 15 handicap play at Saddle Rock Golf Course?
A 15 handicap golfer should consider tees closer to 5806 yards. The back tees extend to 6346.0 yards, which makes approach shots longer and scoring more challenging.
What is considered a good score at Saddle Rock Golf Course?
With a course rating of 76.5 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 Saddle Rock Golf Course and how does yardage affect play?
At a full length of 6346.0 yards, it balances distance with positional strategy.
What type of course is Saddle Rock Golf Course and how should I play it?
Architecturally, it reflects a Parkland style. 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 Saddle Rock Golf Course strategically challenging?
The combination of a slope rating of 149.0 and yardage reaching 6346.0 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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