Control pace on every putt, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Practice Programs
Complete Golf Practice Blueprint for Sunrise Country Club
Discover tailored practice programs for this course.
Total Programs
15
15 complete programs built for this course
Unique Drills
67
Total unique drills across all programs
Skill Pillars
12
Accuracy · Aim · Alignment · Dispersion · Distance Control · Green Reading
Session Durations
5
3 days , 4 days , 5 days , 6 days , 9 days
Executive Practice Profile
We've mapped a comprehensive practice profile for Executive, 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 Executive
Most-used drills from for this course. Practice as standalone drills or scroll down for full programs.
Putting Aid: Chalk Line, 50 in Row
Make 50 putts in a row over the chalk starting line.
Chip | Scattered Piles | Quadrants
Up to 5 players compete to stop a chip shot inside the quadrant(s). The player with the most points wins the challenge. One bucket of balls per player is needed.
Wedges (LW to PW) | Progressive Targets Challenge
Complete the Progressive Targets Challenge using wedges only. Hit one bucket of ~50 balls.
Putting Aid: String Line, 50 in a Row
Make 50 putts in a row, underneath the hanging string line.
Putting Aid: Plane Board, Ball Gate, 50 in a Row
Make 50 putts in a row through the ball gate, using plane board.
Putting Aid: Alignment Sticks, Ball Gate, 50 in a Row
Make 50 putts in a row from in between two alignment sticks and through the ball gate.
Course Details
Everything you need to know about Executive.
Contact Information
Phone
+44 (0)1250 872622
Fax
+44 (0) 1250 872622
clubadmin@sunrisecountryclub.com
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Facilities
Location
71-601 Country Club Drive
Course Description
Sunrise Country Club is a private recreational facility located in Rancho Mirage, California, offering golf, tennis, pickleball, swimming, fitness, and social activities in a resort-like desert setting. The club provides memberships and community events for snowbirds and year-round residents, with a focus on leisure, dining, and family-friendly amenities. It serves the Palm Springs area, providing a suburban desert retreat with multiple recreation options in a country club environment.
golf • tennis • pickleball • bocce ball • swimming • fitness center • social events • membership inquiries • desert climate • rancho mirage • palm springs area • dining • family-friendly • reciprocity • education management • club services • community activities • learning programs • education
Course Information
Holes
18
Par
64
Type
Parkland
Architect
Ted Robinson
Opened
1974
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Programs
Skill-Based Practice Programs for Executive
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 15 Programs
% match to course practice profileSquare the putter face, for a 12-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Unlock Your Golf Potential
Get personalized coaching and custom training programs tailored to your game.
Get StartedChip from rough, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Land close to pin, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
9 Week Flagship Program for Executive
A complete and progressive long-term development curriculum mapped from easier to harder drills, specifically for Executive. Start with the basics and work your way towards more challenging drills. Commit to 9 weeks of training and get in proper shape. Four days counts as a week.
Putting · Long (20+ ft)
Eliminate Three-Putts
Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 17.0
Short Game · Flop
Hit Flop & Avoid Big Numbers
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Driving Range · Woods (Hy,5W,3W)
3-Wood Dispersion Control For Beginners
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Putting · 3 ft (1m) only
Stop Missing Short Putts
Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 17.0
Short Game · Pitch
Keep Par Safe
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Driving Range · Wedges (LW,SW,GW,PW)
Control Wedge Roll
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Putting · 3 ft (1m) only
Align Putter Face For Accurate 3 Foot Putts
Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 12.0
Short Game · Pitch
Get square for a pure strike: alignment focus
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 29.0
Driving Range · Mid irons (7,6,5)
Perfect your swing: mechanics for mid iron success
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Maximize driver distance, for a 1-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Improve accuracy, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Repeat same distance putts to master touch, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Land inside 2 feet, for a 26-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Land near hole, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Land near the pin, for a 17-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Get square for strike, for a 29-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Stick to wedge line, for a 12-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Control 3-wood dispersion, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Stop missed shots, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Unlock Your Golf Potential
Get personalized coaching and custom training programs tailored to your game.
Get StartedPerfect mid iron swing, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Prepare for Tournaments at Executive
Follow a complete multi-week structured practice program ahead of the upcoming events and arrive prepared.
Member/Member
5/9/2026
Club Championship
7/25/2026
FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions about Executive
Get answers to common questions about playing Executive and what to expect.
How difficult is Executive for mid-handicap golfers?
Executive 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 64.
What tees should a 15 handicap play at Executive?
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 Executive?
With a course rating of 70 and par 64, a mid-handicap golfer would typically score in the mid to high 80s. Stronger players aiming to break 64 must manage approach shots and avoid penalty strokes.
How long is Executive 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 Executive and how should I play it?
Executive 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 Executive 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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