Practice Programs
We studied this course layout and mapped exact drills around stroke index, handicap index and distances. Practice like you know Cliffs.
Total Programs
17
17 complete programs built for this course
Unique Drills
92
Total unique drills across all programs
Skill Pillars
12
Accuracy · Aim · Alignment · Dispersion · Distance Control · Green Reading
Session Durations
7
3 days , 4 days , 5 days , 6 days , 7 days , 8 days , 9 days
We've mapped a comprehensive practice profile for Cliffs, 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.
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Skill Distribution
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
Most-used drills from for this course. Practice as standalone drills or scroll down for full programs.
Make 50 putts in a row from in between two alignment sticks and through the ball gate.
Align a bucket of balls in the sand (avg. bucket is 40 balls) into 2 parallel lines 20 balls per line and stop sand shots inside 9 Stop Zones. Count the number of successful stops.
Hit 15 balls to each Y area using woods only. Hit one bucket of ~50 balls. Count total number of successful shots.
Up to 5 players compete to stop a bump-n-run shot in the bullseye. The best final score relative to PAR wins the challenge. Up to 80 balls are needed.
Align a bucket of balls (avg. bucket is 40 balls) into 2 parallel lines 20 balls per line and stop chip shots inside the Bullseye. Count the number of balls in the inner and outer Bullseye.
Make 50 putts in a Row from [3 ft | 1 m].
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Holes
45
Par
27
Type
Parkland
Architect
Jay Morrish/Tom Weiskopf
Opened
1994
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Drill Library
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Curated selection of drills based on Cliffs hole-by-hole data.
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Free eBook
Curated selection of drills based on Cliffs hole-by-hole data.
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Free eBook
Curated selection of drills based on Cliffs hole-by-hole data.
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Free eBook
Curated selection of drills based on Cliffs hole-by-hole data.
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Free eBook
Curated selection of drills based on Cliffs hole-by-hole data.
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Programs
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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% match to course practice profileControl distance precisely, for a 3-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Follow through fully, for a 2-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
A complete and progressive long-term development curriculum mapped from easier to harder drills, specifically for Cliffs. Start with the basics and work your way towards more challenging drills. Commit to 11 weeks of training and get in proper shape. Four days counts as a week.
Full 44 days 61 page practice program designed specifically around this course hole by hole data.
Putting · 9 ft (3m) only
Pace Putts To Hole
Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 17.0
Short Game · Bump'n'Run
Bump'n'Run From 5–10 Yds
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Driving Range · Mid irons (7,6,5)
Improve Mid-Iron Accuracy
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Putting · 6 ft (2m) only
Sink More Putts Accurately
Difficulty: Expert · Program HCP 2.0
Short Game · Chip
Save Par with Clutch Chip
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 26.0
Driving Range · Long irons (4,3,2)
Stop Missing Greens With Long Irons
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Putting · 3 ft (1m) only
Stop 3-Foot Misses On All Shots
Difficulty: Expert · Program HCP 2.0
Short Game · Sand
Set your sights on the flag: aim for a soft landing
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 22.0
Driving Range · Driver
Tighten up: reduce your driver spread to a minimum
Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 17.0
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Escape successfully, for a 5-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Use a short swing, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Precision 3-wood shots, for a 1-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Advanced accuracy, for a 1-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Practice uphill and downhill putts, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
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Get StartedUp-and-down contest, for a 26-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Stick approaches, for a 16-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Chip from rough, for a 17-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Fly out and stop close, for a 23-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Land inside 2 feet, for a 21-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Set up for high shot, for a 16-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Hit within 10 yards, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Eliminate hooks, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Consistent long iron rollout, for a 7-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Stop missing greens, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
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FAQ
Get answers to common questions about playing Cliffs and what to expect.
Cliffs 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 27.
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.
With a course rating of 70 and par 27, a mid-handicap golfer would typically score in the mid to high 80s. Stronger players aiming to break 27 must manage approach shots and avoid penalty strokes.
Measuring 6500 yards at maximum length, scoring depends more on placement than raw power.
Cliffs 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.
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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