Practice Programs

Complete Golf Practice Blueprint for Sunset Ridge Golf Center

Discover tailored practice programs for this course.

Santa Maria, California, United States of America

Open Flagship Program

Total Programs

15 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+5 more

Sunset Ridge (Alternate Tees) Practice Profile

We've mapped a comprehensive practice profile for Sunset Ridge (Alternate Tees), 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%Distance Control 24%Aim 17%Precision 15%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.

Average HCP

10.9

Minimum HCP

28.7

Maximum HCP

Top Drills

Featured Drills for Sunset Ridge (Alternate Tees)

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

Putting18 min

Putting Aid: Plane Board, Ball Gate, 10/20

Make 10 out of 20 putts through the ball gate, using plane board.

Short Game26 min

Pitch| Parallel Ball Lines | Bullseye 2x

Align a bucket of balls (avg. bucket is 40 balls) into 2 parallel lines 20 balls per line and stop pitch shots inside the Bullseye. Count the number of balls in the inner and outer Bullseye.

Driving Range31 min

All Woods (Hy to Dr) | Club Swapping Challenge

Complete the Club Swapping Challenge using woods only. Hit one bucket of ~50 balls.

Putting15 min

One Handed, Ball Gate, 5 in a Row

Make 5 putts in a row, one-handed through the ball gate.

Putting18 min

Putting Aid: Alignment Mirror, 10/20

Make 10 out of 20 putts using an alignment mirror.

Putting18 min

Single Tee, 10/20

Make 10 out of 20 putts.

Course Details

Everything you need to know about Sunset Ridge (Alternate Tees).

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

1424 Fairway Drive

Course Information

Holes

Par

Type

Parkland

Architect

Tom Howell

Opened

1995

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Business Claimed

⭐4.6(693 reviews)

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Programs

Skill-Based Practice Programs for Sunset Ridge (Alternate Tees)

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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Sink Mid-Distance Putts

Focus on ball roll and finish position, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.

Putting~18 min17 HCP3 drills

Aim38%

Alignment23%

Stroke22%

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Reduce Misses On All 9 Foot Putts

Focus on positive outcomes, for a 5-handicap player, ~10 minutes.

Putting15-24 min4 HCP7 drills

Scoring34%

Precision29%

Aim16%

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Keep Ball Close To Hole

Roll the ball low and straight, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.

Short Game~26 min35 HCP6 drills

Scoring29%

Aim21%

Distance Control18%

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Sand Shot 5–15 Yds

Escape safely, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.

Short Game23-26 min35 HCP7 drills

Scoring24%

Aim23%

Distance Control22%

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13 Week Flagship Program for Sunset Ridge (Alternate Tees)

A complete and progressive long-term development curriculum mapped from easier to harder drills, specifically for Sunset Ridge (Alternate Tees). 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≤ 3 days

Putting · 9 ft (3m) only

Sink Mid-Distance Putts

Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 17.0

Weeks 1–3≤ 6 days

Short Game · Bump'n'Run

Keep Ball Close To Hole

Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0

Weeks 3–4≤ 6 days

Driving Range · Wedges (LW,SW,GW,PW)

Reduce Wedge Misses

Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 17.0

Weeks 4–6≤ 7 days

Putting · 9 ft (3m) only

Reduce Misses On All 9 Foot Putts

Difficulty: Expert · Program HCP 4.0

Weeks 6–8≤ 7 days

Short Game · Pitch

Keep Par Safe

Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0

Weeks 8–9≤ 3 days

Driving Range · Woods (Hy,5W,3W)

Vary your targets and hit them every time

Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 11.0

Weeks 9–10≤ 6 days

Putting · 9 ft (3m) only

Focus On Green Reading

Difficulty: Expert · Program HCP 2.0

Weeks 11–12≤ 7 days

Short Game · Sand

Sand Shot 5–15 Yds

Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0

Weeks 12–13≤ 4 days

Driving Range · Short irons (9,8)

Feel the yardage: control short iron distance

Difficulty: Advanced · Program HCP 9.0

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Vary your targets and hit them every time

Consistent woods length, for a 12-handicap player, ~15 minutes.

Driving Range30-31 min11 HCP3 drills

Distance Control28%

Accuracy18%

Trajectory17%

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Feel the yardage: control short iron distance

Consistent short iron rollout, for a 9-handicap player, ~10 minutes.

Driving Range~31 min9 HCP4 drills

Distance Control31%

Scoring25%

Trajectory15%

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Focus On Green Reading

Repeat putts until consistent, for a 3-handicap player, ~10 minutes.

Putting15-24 min2 HCP6 drills

Scoring36%

Precision34%

Aim13%

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Pinpoint Chips for Tap-Ins

Thread the needle, for a 17-handicap player, ~15 minutes.

Short Game~26 min17 HCP5 drills

Precision34%

Distance Control22%

Aim12%

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Stick Approach From Hazards

Stick approaches, for a 16-handicap player, ~15 minutes.

Short Game~26 min16 HCP7 drills

Scoring45%

Distance Control32%

Visualization23%

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Land 3–4 Feet From Hole

Save par on approaches, for a 16-handicap player, ~15 minutes.

Short Game~26 min15 HCP7 drills

Accuracy29%

Scoring19%

Alignment15%

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Keep Par Safe

Keep par safe, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.

Short Game~26 min35 HCP9 drills

Aim30%

Alignment21%

Scoring21%

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Land 3–4 Feet From Hole

Pitch from fairway, for a 15-handicap player, ~15 minutes.

Short Game~26 min15 HCP7 drills

Scoring25%

Accuracy23%

Aim15%

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Maximize 3-Wood Control

Precision 3-wood shots, for a 1-handicap player, ~10 minutes.

Driving Range30-31 min0 HCP4 drills

Scoring26%

Distance Control19%

Precision15%

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Land it close: consistent rollout on approaches

Consistent long iron rollout, for a 7-handicap player, ~10 minutes.

Driving Range~31 min7 HCP5 drills

Distance Control38%

Scoring24%

Trajectory13%

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Reduce Wedge Misses

Improve accuracy, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.

Driving Range30-43 min17 HCP6 drills

Scoring26%

Distance Control26%

Trajectory17%

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FAQ

Frequently Asked Questions about Sunset Ridge (Alternate Tees)

Get answers to common questions about playing Sunset Ridge (Alternate Tees) and what to expect.

How difficult is Sunset Ridge (Alternate Tees) for mid-handicap golfers?

Sunset Ridge (Alternate Tees) 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 56.

What tees should a 15 handicap play at Sunset Ridge (Alternate Tees)?

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 Sunset Ridge (Alternate Tees)?

With a course rating of 70 and par 56, a mid-handicap golfer would typically score in the mid to high 80s. Stronger players aiming to break 56 must manage approach shots and avoid penalty strokes.

How long is Sunset Ridge (Alternate Tees) 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 Sunset Ridge (Alternate Tees) and how should I play it?

Sunset Ridge (Alternate Tees) 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 Sunset Ridge (Alternate Tees) 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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