Land 2-3 feet away, for a 14-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min14 HCP4 drills
Accuracy27%
Scoring24%
Aim19%
Practice Programs
Complete Golf Practice Blueprint for The Ridge at Manitou Golf Club
Discover tailored practice programs for this course.
Total Programs
11
11 complete programs built for this course
Unique Drills
63
Total unique drills across all programs
Skill Pillars
10
Accuracy · Aim · Alignment · Dispersion · Distance Control · Mechanics
Session Durations
6
3 days , 4 days , 5 days , 6 days , 7 days , 9 days
AccuracyAimAlignmentDispersionDistance ControlMechanics+4 more
The Ridge Practice Profile
We've mapped a comprehensive practice profile for The 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
Precision 32%Distance Control 17%Aim 16%Mechanics 16%Trajectory 16%
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.
25.7
Average HCP
16.2
Minimum HCP
38.9
Maximum HCP
Top Drills
Featured Drills for The Ridge
Most-used drills from for this course. Practice as standalone drills or scroll down for full programs.
Short Game26 min
Sand Mid
Hit two buckets of balls (avg. bucket is 40 balls) from the sand.
Driving Range31 min
Woods (Hy to 3W) | Impact and Follow Through
Work only on 'impact and follow through' using woods only. Hit one bucket of ~50 balls.
Short Game26 min
Sand | Parallel Piles | Quadrants
Align a bucket of balls (avg. bucket is 40 balls) in the sand into 10 equal parallel piles of 4 balls and stop sand shots inside quadrants. Count the number of successes.
Short Game26 min
Sand | Parallel Piles | Bullseye 2x
Up to 5 players compete to stop a sand shot in the bullseye. The best final score relative to PAR wins the challenge. One bucket of balls per player is needed.
Short Game26 min
Sand | Scattered Piles | 3 Landing Zones
Up to 5 players compete to land a sand shot inside the landing zone(s). The player with the most points wins the challenge. One bucket of balls per player is needed.
Short Game26 min
Pitch | Rough | Flat
Hit two buckets of balls (avg. bucket is 40 balls) from the flat rough grass.
Course Details
Everything you need to know about The Ridge.
Contact Information
📞
Phone
+44 (0)1250 872622
📠
Fax
+44 (0) 1250 872622
✉️Email
drew@ridgeatmanitou.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
160 The Inn Road
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Course Description
Manitou Ridge is a golf destination in McKellar, Ontario, featuring a clubhouse that overlooks Lake Manitouwabing and offers boat access for guests. The boutique golf course is known for its picturesque setting with rock ridges and mature pines, emphasizing strategy and finesse. The property promotes a destination experience including a floating access option via floatplane, dining, and stay experiences in the cottage country setting.
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Course Information
Holes
18
Par
72
Type
Parkland
Architect
Thomas McBroom
Opened
2005
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Programs
Skill-Based Practice Programs for The 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 11 Programs
% match to course practice profileKeep par safe, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Short Game~26 min35 HCP4 drills
Alignment25%
Distance Control20%
Aim18%
Consistent woods contact, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Driving Range~31 min35 HCP3 drills
Mechanics45%
Trajectory28%
Precision27%
Stop missing greens, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Driving Range~31 min35 HCP6 drills
Precision32%
Mechanics23%
Aim16%
13 Week Flagship Program for The Ridge
A complete and progressive long-term development curriculum mapped from easier to harder drills, specifically for The Ridge. 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≤ 4 days
Short Game · Pitch
Keep Par Safe
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Weeks 2–4≤ 7 days
Short Game · Sand
Sand Shot 5–15 Yds
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Weeks 4–6≤ 7 days
Short Game · Flop
How close can you get from a tough lie? Precision test
Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 19.0
Weeks 6–7≤ 5 days
Short Game · Pitch
Thread the gap: pitch through a narrow landing zone
Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 17.0
Weeks 7–8≤ 3 days
Driving Range · Woods (Hy,5W,3W)
Check your setup: does your swing match the shot?
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Weeks 8–9≤ 6 days
Driving Range · Short irons (9,8)
Control Short Iron Flight
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Week 10≤ 4 days
Driving Range · Mid irons (7,6,5)
Perfect your swing: mechanics for mid iron success
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Weeks 11–12≤ 7 days
Driving Range · Long irons (4,3,2)
Stop Missing Greens With Long Irons
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Weeks 12–13≤ 3 days
Driving Range · Driver
Driver Distance Consistency 200+ Yards
Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 17.0
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Thread the gap, for a 17-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min17 HCP5 drills
Precision31%
Distance Control23%
Dispersion19%
Thread the gap, for a 20-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min19 HCP9 drills
Distance Control26%
Precision26%
Alignment14%
Land close to pin, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Short Game23-26 min35 HCP9 drills
Distance Control30%
Aim24%
Scoring15%
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Get StartedLand 2 feet away, for a 4-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Short Game~26 min4 HCP9 drills
Distance Control22%
Precision22%
Dispersion14%
Control flight path, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Driving Range~31 min17 HCP3 drills
Scoring27%
Dispersion20%
Precision17%
Stop missing greens, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Driving Range~31 min35 HCP7 drills
Precision33%
Mechanics19%
Aim16%
Consistent mid iron contact, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Driving Range~31 min35 HCP4 drills
Mechanics45%
Precision30%
Trajectory25%
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Prepare for Tournaments at The Ridge
Follow a complete multi-week structured practice program ahead of the upcoming events and arrive prepared.
No upcoming tournaments at this time.
FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions about The Ridge
Get answers to common questions about playing The Ridge and what to expect.
How difficult is The Ridge for mid-handicap golfers?
The 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 72.
What tees should a 15 handicap play at The 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 The Ridge?
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 The 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 The Ridge and how should I play it?
The 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 The 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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