Practice Programs

Complete Golf Practice Blueprint for The Els Club Desaru Coast - Ocean Course

Discover tailored practice programs for this course.

Desaru, Johor, Malaysia

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Total Programs

14 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+4 more

Ridge Practice Profile

We've mapped a comprehensive practice profile for Ridge, 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 36%Distance Control 24%Accuracy 16%Precision 12%Aim 11%

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.

12.7

Average HCP

7.3

Minimum HCP

28.1

Maximum HCP

Top Drills

Featured Drills for Ridge

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

Putting24 min

Around the Hole: 8 Ball Circle, 4/8

Make 4 out of 8 putts from [6 ft | 2 m], 5 times in total.

Short Game26 min

Bump-n-Run | Rough | Uphill/Downhill

Hit bump-n-run shot two buckets of balls (avg. bucket is 40 balls) from the sloped rough grass; one bucket from the uphill slope and one bucket from the downhill slope.

Driving Range31 min

Wedges (LW to PW) | Birdie-Par-Bogey Radius

Use wedges only to land the ball inside the radius. Hit one bucket of ~50 balls. Keep the score relative to PAR.

Putting15 min

One Handed, Ball Gate, 12 in a Row

Make 12 putts in a row, one-handed through the ball gate.

Putting18 min

Single Tee, 15/25

Make 15 out of 25 putts

Putting18 min

Putting Aid: Alignment Mirror, 15/25

Make 15 out of 25 putts using an alignment mirror.

Course Details

Everything you need to know about Ridge.

Contact Information

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Phone

+44 (0)1250 872622

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Fax

+44 (0) 1250 872622

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reservations.ecdc@elsclubmalaysia.com

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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

No 4. Jalan Danau, Desaru Coast

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Course Description

Els Malaysia operates two distinct golf destinations in Malaysia: The Els Club Desaru Coast on the Desaru Coast in Johor with Ocean and Valley courses, and The Els Club Teluk Datai on Langkawi’s rainforest course. Managed by Troon Golf, these venues offer luxury golf, dining, events, and golf academies, with access from Singapore and Kuala Lumpur by road, ferry, or flight. The organization positions itself as a premier golf and lifestyle experience inspired by Ernie Els, delivering upscale hospitality and championship courses across its Malaysian destinations.

desaru coast golf • langkawi golf • er n ie els signature design • troon golf • golf academy • ocean course • valley course • teluk datai rainforest course • premium golf destinations • private club dining • conferencing and events • golf travel malaysia • desaru coast access • langkawi travel • els performance golf academy • golf • nature • wildlife • recreation • outdoor activities

Course Information

Holes

Par

Type

Parkland

Architect

Ernie Els

Opened

2015

Google Reviews

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Programs

Skill-Based Practice Programs for Ridge

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 14 Programs

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Sink Every Mid Putt

Finish putts in one motion, for a 2-handicap player, ~10 minutes.

Putting15-24 min1 HCP4 drills

Precision34%

Scoring33%

Aim20%

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Sink Every Mid Putt

Control pace from 3 to 20 feet, for a 2-handicap player, ~10 minutes.

Putting15-24 min1 HCP4 drills

Precision34%

Scoring33%

Aim20%

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How many can you leave inside 5 feet?

Pitch close, for a 16-handicap player, ~15 minutes.

Short Game~26 min16 HCP4 drills

Accuracy28%

Distance Control25%

Scoring24%

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Save Par from Fringe

Save par, for a 26-handicap player, ~20 minutes.

Short Game~26 min26 HCP6 drills

Scoring37%

Accuracy19%

Alignment14%

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12 Week Flagship Program for Ridge

A complete and progressive long-term development curriculum mapped from easier to harder drills, specifically for Ridge. Start with the basics and work your way towards more challenging drills. Commit to 12 weeks of training and get in proper shape. Four days counts as a week.

Week 1≤ 4 days

Putting · 6 ft (2m) only

Sink Every Mid Putt

Difficulty: Expert · Program HCP 1.0

Week 2≤ 4 days

Putting · 6 ft (2m) only

Sink Every Mid Putt

Difficulty: Expert · Program HCP 1.0

Weeks 3–5≤ 7 days

Short Game · Bump'n'Run

Make Par Around the Green

Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0

Weeks 5–6≤ 6 days

Short Game · Bump'n'Run

Save Par from Fringe

Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 26.0

Weeks 6–8≤ 6 days

Short Game · Bump'n'Run

Bump'n'Run 10–20 Yds

Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 17.0

Weeks 8–9≤ 4 days

Short Game · Pitch

How many can you leave inside 5 feet?

Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 16.0

Weeks 9–10≤ 4 days

Driving Range · Wedges (LW,SW,GW,PW)

Challenge: eliminate off-target wedge shots

Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 17.0

Weeks 10–11≤ 5 days

Driving Range · Wedges (LW,SW,GW,PW)

Pick your line and stick it—wedge accuracy

Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 13.0

Weeks 11–12≤ 6 days

Driving Range · Wedges (LW,SW,GW,PW)

Can you leave yourself a tap-in from 50-100 yards?

Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 10.0

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

How difficult is Ridge for mid-handicap golfers?

Ridge is regarded as a strategically complex layout. With a slope of 120, it remains playable for a wide handicap range. The course rating of 70 reflects on scoring relative to par 37.

What tees should a 15 handicap play at Ridge?

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 Ridge?

With a course rating of 70 and par 37, a mid-handicap golfer would typically score in the mid to high 80s. Stronger players aiming to break 37 must manage approach shots and avoid penalty strokes.

How long is Ridge 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 Ridge and how should I play it?

Ridge 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 Ridge 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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