Practice Programs

Complete Golf Practice Blueprint for The Golf Club at Rainmakers

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Alto, New Mexico, United States of America

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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 · Mechanics

Session Durations

3 days , 4 days , 5 days , 6 days , 7 days , 8 days , 9 days

AccuracyAimAlignmentDispersionDistance ControlMechanics+5 more

Rainmakers Practice Profile

We've mapped a comprehensive practice profile for Rainmakers, 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 29%Distance Control 23%Precision 18%Aim 15%Accuracy 13%

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.

21.9

Average HCP

14.2

Minimum HCP

35.4

Maximum HCP

Top Drills

Featured Drills for Rainmakers

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

Putting15 min

One Handed, Ball Gate, 25 in a Row

Make 25 putts in a row, one-handed through the ball gate.

Short Game26 min

Pitch | Scattered Ball Lines | Quadrants

Scatter a bucket of balls (avg. bucket is 40 balls) into 8 equal lines of 5 balls and stop pitch shots inside quadrants. Count the number of successes.

Driving Range31 min

Driver | Ladder Challenge

Complete the Ladder Challenge using driver only. Hit one bucket of ~50 balls.

Driving Range31 min

Driver | Left-to-R and Right-to-L Shot

Produce left-to-right and right-to-left shots using driver only. Hit one bucket of ~50 balls.

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.

Driving Range31 min

Woods (Hy to 3W) | 3 Landing Zones

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

Course Details

Everything you need to know about Rainmakers.

Contact Information

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Phone

+44 (0)1250 872622

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Fax

+44 (0) 1250 872622

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jhelms@rainmakersusa.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

250 Rainmaker Drive

Course Description

Exciting news for golf enthusiasts! Rainmakers, the top private golf course in New Mexico, is now open to the public. Non-members can now book tee times six days a week, with priority given to our members. Please note that proper golf attire is required at Rainmakers. Golfweek's National and State Rankings (2019-Present):Best 2023 golf courses T-#87 ranked nationally & #1 private course (NM)Best 2022 golf courses T-#59 ranked nationally & #1 private course (NM) Best 2021 golf courses #58 ranked nationally & #2 private course (NM) Best 2020 golf courses #45 ranked nationally & #1 private course (NM) Best 2019 golf courses #33 ranked nationally & #1 private course (NM)Designed by world-renowned architect Robert Trent Jones II, the Rainmakers golf course is truly a masterpiece. The course features 18 challenging holes that wind through high mountain walls, arroyos, and rock outcroppings. It is situated on 135 acres of protected wildlife habitat and conservation area, where members and visitors can enjoy views of native species such as elk, deer, and fowl.Aside from the golf course, Rainmakers also offers various amenities, including a driving range, practice putting and chipping greens, and a full bar and restaurant that serves lunch and dinner (please check hours for confirmation). The club is also an ideal venue for weddings, celebrations, and other events. For inquiries, please email info@rainmakersusa.com.

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Course Information

Holes

Par

Type

Parkland

Architect

Robert Trent Jones II

Opened

2008

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Programs

Skill-Based Practice Programs for Rainmakers

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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Focus Aim For 3 Foot Putts

Visualize the path to the hole, for a 11-handicap player, ~15 minutes.

Putting15-30 min11 HCP5 drills

Aim36%

Stroke17%

Scoring14%

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Visualize the perfect chip, then make it happen

Visualize perfect chip, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.

Short Game~26 min17 HCP4 drills

Scoring45%

Accuracy30%

Visualization25%

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Avoid Three-Putts

Chip to the green, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.

Short Game~26 min35 HCP8 drills

Alignment28%

Aim20%

Distance Control20%

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3-Wood Dispersion Control For Beginners

Control 3-wood roll, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.

Driving Range~31 min35 HCP5 drills

Precision30%

Mechanics27%

Trajectory17%

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14 Week Flagship Program for Rainmakers

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

Weeks 1–2≤ 5 days

Putting · 3 ft (1m) only

Focus Aim For 3 Foot Putts

Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 11.0

Weeks 2–4≤ 7 days

Short Game · Chip

Avoid Three-Putts

Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0

Weeks 4–5≤ 4 days

Short Game · Bump'n'Run

Keep Ball Close To Hole

Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0

Weeks 5–7≤ 7 days

Short Game · Sand

Land Bunker Shots Close To Pin

Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0

Weeks 7–8≤ 6 days

Short Game · Pitch

Pitch 15–25 Yds From Fringe

Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0

Weeks 9–11≤ 7 days

Short Game · Pitch

Feel the distance: pitch to different targets and control your rollout

Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 20.0

Weeks 11–12≤ 5 days

Driving Range · Woods (Hy,5W,3W)

3-Wood Dispersion Control For Beginners

Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0

Weeks 12–14≤ 7 days

Driving Range · Driver

Control the arc: launch it where you want it to go

Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 26.0

Week 14≤ 3 days

Driving Range · Driver

Improve Driver Accuracy

Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 17.0

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Improve Driver Accuracy

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

Driving Range~31 min17 HCP3 drills

Scoring27%

Dispersion20%

Precision17%

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Land Bunker Shots Close To Pin

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

Short Game~26 min35 HCP9 drills

Distance Control21%

Aim17%

Scoring17%

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Keep Ball Close To Hole

Use a short swing, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.

Short Game~26 min35 HCP4 drills

Scoring20%

Aim19%

Distance Control19%

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Feel the distance: pitch to different targets and control your rollout

Vary landing spot, for a 21-handicap player, ~20 minutes.

Short Game~26 min20 HCP9 drills

Distance Control33%

Scoring15%

Accuracy14%

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Pitch 15–25 Yds From Fringe

Pitch to the green, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.

Short Game~26 min35 HCP6 drills

Scoring28%

Aim22%

Alignment20%

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Challenge: eliminate wild misses on tee shots

Eliminate wild misses, for a 9-handicap player, ~10 minutes.

Driving Range~31 min9 HCP3 drills

Dispersion32%

Precision27%

Accuracy13%

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Precision 3-Wood Shots

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

Driving Range30-31 min0 HCP7 drills

Scoring29%

Precision18%

Distance Control13%

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Feel the distance: control your woods rollout

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

Driving Range30-31 min11 HCP6 drills

Distance Control30%

Scoring20%

Accuracy19%

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Control the arc: launch it where you want it to go

Match swing to trajectory, for a 26-handicap player, ~20 minutes.

Driving Range~31 min26 HCP7 drills

Trajectory31%

Precision23%

Mechanics19%

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Reduce Misses With Short Irons

Reduce misses, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.

Driving Range~31 min17 HCP3 drills

Distance Control27%

Scoring20%

Trajectory20%

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Prepare for Tournaments at Rainmakers

Follow a complete multi-week structured practice program ahead of the upcoming events and arrive prepared.

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FAQ

Frequently Asked Questions about Rainmakers

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

How difficult is Rainmakers for mid-handicap golfers?

From a scoring perspective, Rainmakers challenges consistency. With a slope of 120, it remains playable for a wide handicap range. The course rating of 70 reflects on scoring relative to par 72.

What tees should a 15 handicap play at Rainmakers?

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 Rainmakers?

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 Rainmakers 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 Rainmakers and how should I play it?

Rainmakers 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 Rainmakers 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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