Practice Programs

Complete Golf Practice Blueprint for The Columbia Bridges

Discover tailored practice programs for this course.

Columbia, Illinois, United States of America

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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 , 8 days , 9 days

AccuracyAimAlignmentDispersionDistance ControlGreen Reading+5 more

Bridges Practice Profile

We've mapped a comprehensive practice profile for Bridges, 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 31%Distance Control 25%Dispersion 17%Precision 13%Accuracy 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.

Average HCP

9.9

Minimum HCP

29.4

Maximum HCP

Top Drills

Featured Drills for Bridges

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

Putting18 min

Stop the Ball: Circle, Eyes Closed [Long]

Stop the ball inside the circle with your eyes closed.

Short Game26 min

Bump-n-Run | Deep Rough and Other | Flat

Up to 5 players hit bump-n-run shot two buckets of balls (avg. bucket is 40 balls) from the flat deep rough and other extreme grass types.

Driving Range31 min

Short irons (9,8) | Around the Stick

Curve the ball around the alignment stick using using short irons only. Hit one bucket of ~50 balls.

Putting18 min

Stop the Ball: Circle, in a Row [Long]

Eliminate long distance misses by stopping 5 balls inside the circle, in a row.

Short Game26 min

Bump-n-Run | Scattered Piles | 9 Stop Zones

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

Short Game26 min

Bump-n-Run | Fairway | Above/Below Feet

Hit bump-n-run two buckets of balls (avg. bucket is 40 balls) from the sloped fairway; one bucket with balls above feet level, and one bucket with balls below feet level.

Course Details

Everything you need to know about Bridges.

Contact Information

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Phone

+44 (0)1250 872622

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Fax

+44 (0) 1250 872622

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jonathan@columbiagolfclub.net

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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

1655 Columbia Bridges Drive

Course Information

Holes

Par

Type

Parkland

Architect

Gary Kern

Opened

1996

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Programs

Skill-Based Practice Programs for Bridges

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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Improve Accuracy On Long Putts 20+ Feet

Achieve long-range accuracy, for a 14-handicap player, ~15 minutes.

Putting18-27 min14 HCP5 drills

Dispersion40%

Accuracy30%

Visualization8%

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Make Every 20+ Ft Putt

Hit putts with both left and right breaks, for a 1-handicap player, ~10 minutes.

Putting~18 min0 HCP6 drills

Visualization31%

Distance Control31%

Dispersion22%

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Make Par Around the Green

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

Short Game~26 min35 HCP8 drills

Scoring44%

Distance Control34%

Visualization22%

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Stop Chips Near Hole

Avoid three-putts, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.

Short Game~26 min35 HCP5 drills

Aim24%

Alignment22%

Scoring21%

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13 Week Flagship Program for Bridges

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

Weeks 1–2≤ 5 days

Putting · Long (20+ ft)

Improve Accuracy On Long Putts 20+ Feet

Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 14.0

Weeks 2–3≤ 6 days

Putting · Long (20+ ft)

Make Every 20+ Ft Putt

Difficulty: Expert · Program HCP 0.0

Weeks 3–5≤ 7 days

Short Game · Mixed

Make Par Around the Green

Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0

Weeks 5–6≤ 5 days

Short Game · Chip

Stop Chips Near Hole

Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0

Weeks 7–8≤ 7 days

Short Game · Chip

Save Par with Clutch Chip

Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 32.0

Weeks 9–11≤ 7 days

Short Game · Bump'n'Run

Save Par From Fringe

Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 17.0

Week 11≤ 3 days

Driving Range · Short irons (9,8)

Control Short Iron Flight

Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0

Week 12≤ 3 days

Driving Range · Driver

Control Driver Flight Path

Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 17.0

Weeks 12–13≤ 3 days

Driving Range · Long irons (4,3,2)

Reduce Misses With Long Irons

Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 17.0

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Control Short Iron Flight

Control flight, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.

Driving Range~31 min35 HCP3 drills

Precision34%

Trajectory21%

Aim15%

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Control Driver Flight Path

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

Driving Range~31 min17 HCP3 drills

Scoring27%

Dispersion20%

Precision17%

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Save Par From Fringe

Land near the pin, for a 17-handicap player, ~15 minutes.

Short Game~26 min17 HCP9 drills

Scoring38%

Accuracy28%

Green Reading9%

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Save Par From Fringe

Save par consistently, for a 17-handicap player, ~15 minutes.

Short Game~26 min17 HCP8 drills

Scoring42%

Accuracy27%

Green Reading8%

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Land 2 Feet From Hole

Short game from tough lies, for a 1-handicap player, ~10 minutes.

Short Game~26 min0 HCP5 drills

Scoring43%

Distance Control28%

Visualization21%

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Convert Every Up-And-Down

Roll to tap-in range, for a 3-handicap player, ~10 minutes.

Short Game~26 min3 HCP4 drills

Distance Control45%

Trajectory19%

Precision15%

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Thread Needle: Narrow Landing Zone

Pinpoint chips, for a 14-handicap player, ~15 minutes.

Short Game~26 min13 HCP5 drills

Precision25%

Aim24%

Dispersion20%

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Save Par with Clutch Chip

Turn into birdies, for a 33-handicap player, ~30 minutes.

Short Game23-26 min32 HCP8 drills

Scoring30%

Aim20%

Distance Control20%

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Land it close: set up par or better every time

Save with mid irons, for a 14-handicap player, ~15 minutes.

Driving Range~31 min14 HCP6 drills

Scoring24%

Distance Control22%

Precision15%

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Reduce Misses With Long Irons

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

Driving Range~31 min17 HCP3 drills

Distance Control25%

Trajectory22%

Scoring20%

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Precision Long Irons

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

Driving Range30-31 min0 HCP8 drills

Scoring32%

Precision16%

Distance Control14%

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FAQ

Frequently Asked Questions about Bridges

Get answers to common questions about playing Bridges and what to expect.

How difficult is Bridges for mid-handicap golfers?

From a scoring perspective, Bridges challenges consistency. This slope level makes it manageable compared to championship venues. The course rating of 70 reflects on scoring relative to par 72.

What tees should a 15 handicap play at Bridges?

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 Bridges?

With a course rating of 70 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 Bridges and how does yardage affect play?

Stretching to 6500 yards from the back tees, it does not overwhelm length but rewards accuracy.

What type of course is Bridges 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 Bridges 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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