Practice Programs

Complete Golf Practice Blueprint for South River Golf Links

Discover tailored practice programs for this course.

Edgewater, Maryland, United States of America

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Total Programs

18 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 , 5 days , 6 days , 7 days , 9 days

AccuracyAimAlignmentDispersionDistance ControlGreen Reading+6 more

South River Practice Profile

We've mapped a comprehensive practice profile for South River, 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 27%Distance Control 23%Precision 21%Dispersion 15%Trajectory 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.

11.5

Average HCP

5.1

Minimum HCP

26.4

Maximum HCP

Top Drills

Featured Drills for South River

Most-used drills from for this course. Practice as standalone drills or scroll down for full programs.

Putting24 min

Around the Hole: 4 Ball Circle, 2/4

Make 2 out of 4 putts from [9 ft | 3 m], 5 times in total.

Short Game26 min

Bump-n-Run | Parallel Ball Lines | Quadrants

Up to 5 players compete to stop a bump-n-run shot inside the quadrant(s). The player with the most points at the end wins the challenge. 25 balls per player are needed.

Driving Range31 min

Driver | 3 Landing Zones

Hit 15 balls to each landing zone using driver only. Hit one bucket of ~50 balls. Count total number of successful shots.

Short Game26 min

Bump-n-Run | Parallel Ball Lines | 9 Stop Zones

Up to 5 players compete to stop a bump-n-run 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 Game26 min

Bump-n-Run | Parallel Ball Lines | 3 Landing Zones

Up to 5 players compete to stop a bump-n-run shot inside the landing zone(s). The player with the most points at the end wins the challenge. Up to 80 balls are needed.

Short Game26 min

Bump-n-Run | Scattered Ball Lines | 9 Stop Zones

Scatter a bucket of balls next to the green (avg. bucket is 40 balls) into 8 equal lines of 5 balls and stop bump-n-run shots inside 9 Stop Zones. Count the number of successful stops.

Course Details

Everything you need to know about South River.

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

3451 Soloman's Island Road

Course Description

The Golf Club at South River is a private golf club located in Edgewater, Maryland. It offers an 18-hole championship golf course with a hospitality-focused member experience, including a restaurant (The Bistro), fitness center, and a golf-simulator lounge, all within an inclusive dues structure. The club emphasizes member events, dining, and a family-friendly environment with year-round access for golf, dining, and social activities. It also positions itself as a premier venue for weddings and events near Annapolis, just minutes from downtown Annapolis.

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Course Information

Holes

Par

Type

Parkland

Architect

Brian Ault

Opened

1996

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Programs

Skill-Based Practice Programs for South River

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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Place Every 9 Foot Putt With Maximum Precision

Read subtle breaks, for a 3-handicap player, ~10 minutes.

Putting18-24 min2 HCP5 drills

Precision41%

Scoring35%

Green Reading8%

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Control Every 6 Ft Putt

Hit short putts until smooth, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.

Putting~18 min17 HCP3 drills

Aim38%

Alignment23%

Stroke22%

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Escape Every Bunker Successfully

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

Short Game~26 min3 HCP5 drills

Dispersion25%

Scoring18%

Aim16%

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Roll Ball To 1–2 Feet

Convert every opportunity, for a 3-handicap player, ~10 minutes.

Short Game~26 min3 HCP4 drills

Distance Control45%

Trajectory19%

Precision15%

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14 Week Flagship Program for South River

A complete and progressive long-term development curriculum mapped from easier to harder drills, specifically for South River. 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.

Week 1≤ 3 days

Putting · 6 ft (2m) only

Control Every 6 Ft Putt

Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 17.0

Weeks 1–2≤ 5 days

Short Game · Sand

Can you stop the ball close from the sand?

Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 24.0

Weeks 3–4≤ 7 days

Driving Range · Long irons (4,3,2)

Hit the green with the perfect trajectory

Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 29.0

Weeks 4–5≤ 5 days

Putting · Long (20+ ft)

Hit Cup From Long Distance

Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 14.0

Weeks 6–8≤ 7 days

Short Game · Chip

Chip 10–25 Yds From Rough

Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 17.0

Weeks 8–9≤ 7 days

Driving Range · Wedges (LW,SW,GW,PW)

Land it softly with the perfect trajectory

Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 25.0

Weeks 10–11≤ 5 days

Putting · 9 ft (3m) only

Place Every 9 Foot Putt With Maximum Precision

Difficulty: Expert · Program HCP 2.0

Weeks 11–12≤ 7 days

Short Game · Pitch

Turn pitches into birdie looks—score from the fairway

Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 15.0

Weeks 13–14≤ 5 days

Driving Range · Mid irons (7,6,5)

Mid-Iron Trajectory Control

Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 17.0

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Driver Fairway Accuracy Advanced

Advanced fairway accuracy, for a 1-handicap player, ~10 minutes.

Driving Range30-31 min0 HCP5 drills

Scoring26%

Precision18%

Trajectory16%

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Hit the green with the perfect trajectory

Control long iron spin, for a 29-handicap player, ~20 minutes.

Driving Range~31 min29 HCP7 drills

Trajectory30%

Precision22%

Mechanics19%

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Read Subtle Breaks

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

Putting15-24 min1 HCP3 drills

Scoring35%

Precision33%

Aim13%

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Hit Cup From Long Distance

Hit cups from afar, for a 14-handicap player, ~15 minutes.

Putting18-27 min14 HCP5 drills

Dispersion40%

Accuracy30%

Scoring8%

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Turn pitches into birdie looks—score from the fairway

Save par clutch, for a 15-handicap player, ~15 minutes.

Short Game~26 min15 HCP7 drills

Scoring40%

Distance Control14%

Aim13%

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Can you stop the ball close from the sand?

Short Game~26 min24 HCP5 drills

Distance Control29%

Aim20%

Precision20%

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Chip 10–25 Yds From Rough

Land close to pin, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.

Short Game~26 min17 HCP9 drills

Distance Control30%

Accuracy19%

Alignment14%

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Convert Every Up-And-Down

Handle tight lies, for a 3-handicap player, ~10 minutes.

Short Game~26 min3 HCP4 drills

Distance Control45%

Trajectory19%

Precision15%

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Tighten your wedges: keep within 2 yards

Eliminate off-target wedges, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.

Driving Range30-43 min17 HCP4 drills

Scoring34%

Dispersion33%

Precision17%

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Maximize Short Irons In Regulation

Maximize in regulation, for a 1-handicap player, ~10 minutes.

Driving Range30-31 min0 HCP7 drills

Scoring33%

Precision19%

Dispersion13%

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Land it softly with the perfect trajectory

Control wedge loft, for a 25-handicap player, ~20 minutes.

Driving Range~31 min25 HCP7 drills

Trajectory27%

Scoring21%

Distance Control20%

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Mid-Iron Trajectory Control

Control trajectory, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.

Driving Range30-31 min17 HCP5 drills

Distance Control30%

Scoring24%

Trajectory17%

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Driver Precision 200+ Yards

Precision from 200 yards, for a 1-handicap player, ~10 minutes.

Driving Range30-31 min0 HCP6 drills

Scoring29%

Precision20%

Trajectory13%

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Can you avoid the rough from 150-200 yards?

Avoid rough with woods, for a 13-handicap player, ~15 minutes.

Driving Range~31 min13 HCP4 drills

Accuracy29%

Distance Control25%

Scoring21%

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Prepare for Tournaments at South River

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 South River

Get answers to common questions about playing South River and what to expect.

How difficult is South River for mid-handicap golfers?

South River presents a demanding test. With a slope of 120, it remains playable for a wide handicap range. The course rating of 70 reflects on scoring relative to par 71.

What tees should a 15 handicap play at South River?

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 South River?

With a course rating of 70 and par 71, a mid-handicap golfer would typically score in the mid to high 80s. Stronger players aiming to break 71 must manage approach shots and avoid penalty strokes.

How long is South River 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 South River and how should I play it?

South River 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 South River 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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