Keep par safe, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Practice Programs
Complete Golf Practice Blueprint for The Ridge Club
Discover tailored practice programs for this course.
Total Programs
47
47 complete programs built for this course
Unique Drills
183
Total unique drills across all programs
Skill Pillars
11
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
The Ridge Club Practice Profile
We've mapped a comprehensive practice profile for The Ridge Club, 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
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.
Top Drills
Featured Drills for The Ridge Club
Most-used drills from for this course. Practice as standalone drills or scroll down for full programs.
Single Tee, 15/25
Make 15 out of 25 putts
Chip | Parallel Piles | Bullseye 2x
Up to 5 players compete to stop a chip shot in the bullseye. The best final score relative to PAR wins the challenge. One bucket of balls per player is needed.
All irons (9 to 2) | Tendencies Discovery
Discover tendencies amongst irons raise awareness, what is likely to happen in a given situation. Hit one bucket of ~50 balls.
Pitch | Parallel Piles | Bullseye 2x
Up to 5 players compete to stop a pitch shot in the bullseye. The best final score relative to PAR wins the challenge. One bucket of balls per player is needed.
Pitch| Scattered Piles | 3 Landing Zones
Scatter a bucket of balls (avg. bucket is 40 balls) into 8 equal piles of 5 balls and hit-and-land pitch shots inside landing zones. Count the number of successes.
Chip | Parallel Ball Lines | 3 Landing Zones
Up to 5 players compete to stop a chip shot inside the landing zone(s). The player with the most points at the end wins the challenge. Up to 80 balls are needed.
Course Details
Everything you need to know about The Ridge Club.
Contact Information
Phone
+44 (0)1250 872622
Fax
+44 (0) 1250 872622
info@ridgeclubcapecod.com
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Facilities
Location
70 Country Club Rd, Sandwich, MA 02563, USA
Course Description
The Ridge Club is located in Sandwich, Massachusetts, the oldest town on Cape Cod dating to 1639. Recognized as one of the top family-oriented private clubs on the Cape, members have access to an 18-hole Robert von Hagge designed golf course, highlighted by beautiful fescue covered mounding, elevation change and the signature 17 hole island green. The full service 35,000 square foot clubhouse, stand-alone pool and tennis complex and a tournament level whiffle ball field with a scoreboard modeled after Fenway Park's Green Monster complete the member experience.
golf • country club • golf course • fine dining • tennis • pool • social events • private club • family activities • clubhouse • recreation
Course Information
Holes
18
Par
71
Type
Parkland
Architect
Robert von Hagge
Opened
1989
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Scorecard
Course Scorecard & Tee Insights
Toggle the colour-coded tees to reveal hole-by-hole pars, handicaps, yardages, and gender-specific ratings for The Ridge Club, all within a single responsive scorecard.
Scorecard data available for WHITE
GOLD Tee
Gender: Female
Front Nine · CR 34.3 · BR 48.6 · Slope 121
Back Nine · CR 34.7 · BR 49.4 · Slope 125
| Hole | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | IN | 10 | 11 | 12 | 13 | 14 | 15 | 16 | 17 | 18 | OUT | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Par | 4 | 3 | 5 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 35 | 4 | 3 | 5 | 4 | 3 | 5 | 4 | 3 | 5 | 36 | 71 |
| Handicap | 13 | 17 | 3 | 9 | 11 | 7 | 15 | 1 | 5 | — | 6 | 18 | 2 | 10 | 16 | 8 | 12 | 14 | 4 | — | — |
| Yardage | 302 | 95 | 389 | 274 | 247 | 292 | 128 | 333 | 312 | 2372 | 291 | 113 | 465 | 285 | 116 | 417 | 313 | 80 | 388 | 2468 | 4840 |
GREEN Tee
Gender: Female
Front Nine · CR 35.9 · BR 50.8 · Slope 126
Back Nine · CR 36.7 · BR 52.5 · Slope 134
| Hole | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | IN | 10 | 11 | 12 | 13 | 14 | 15 | 16 | 17 | 18 | OUT | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Par | 4 | 3 | 5 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 35 | 4 | 3 | 5 | 4 | 3 | 5 | 4 | 3 | 5 | 36 | 71 |
| Handicap | 13 | 17 | 3 | 9 | 11 | 7 | 15 | 1 | 5 | — | 6 | 18 | 2 | 10 | 16 | 8 | 12 | 14 | 4 | — | — |
| Yardage | 306 | 116 | 449 | 294 | 328 | 315 | 143 | 364 | 333 | 2648 | 340 | 128 | 504 | 331 | 127 | 460 | 344 | 102 | 478 | 2814 | 5462 |
GREEN/GOLD HYBRID Tee
Gender: Female
Front Nine · CR 34.8 · BR 49.2 · Slope 122
Back Nine · CR 35.6 · BR 50.8 · Slope 129
| Hole | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | IN | 10 | 11 | 12 | 13 | 14 | 15 | 16 | 17 | 18 | OUT | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Par | 4 | 3 | 5 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 35 | 4 | 3 | 5 | 4 | 3 | 5 | 4 | 3 | 5 | 36 | 71 |
| Handicap | 13 | 17 | 3 | 9 | 11 | 7 | 15 | 1 | 5 | — | 6 | 18 | 2 | 10 | 16 | 8 | 12 | 14 | 4 | — | — |
| Yardage | 306 | 95 | 389 | 294 | 247 | 315 | 128 | 333 | 333 | 2440 | 340 | 128 | 465 | 285 | 127 | 460 | 313 | 102 | 388 | 2608 | 5048 |
WHITE Tee
Gender: Female
Front Nine · CR 37.5 · BR 53.9 · Slope 139
Back Nine · CR 38.0 · BR 54.3 · Slope 138
| Hole | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | IN | 10 | 11 | 12 | 13 | 14 | 15 | 16 | 17 | 18 | OUT | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Par | 4 | 3 | 5 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 35 | 4 | 3 | 5 | 4 | 3 | 5 | 4 | 3 | 5 | 36 | 71 |
| Handicap | 13 | 17 | 3 | 9 | 11 | 7 | 15 | 1 | 5 | — | 6 | 18 | 2 | 10 | 16 | 8 | 12 | 14 | 4 | — | — |
| Yardage | 325 | 124 | 472 | 313 | 350 | 349 | 158 | 383 | 362 | 2836 | 355 | 159 | 537 | 349 | 135 | 478 | 382 | 124 | 499 | 3018 | 5854 |
Programs
Skill-Based Practice Programs for The Ridge Club
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 47 Programs
% match to course practice profileLand 2-3 feet away, for a 13-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Eliminate off-target mid irons, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Hit every fairway, for a 13-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
13 Week Flagship Program for The Ridge Club
A complete and progressive long-term development curriculum mapped from easier to harder drills, specifically for The Ridge Club. 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.
Putting · Long (20+ ft)
Eliminate Three-Putts
Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 17.0
Putting · 6 ft (2m) only
Read Subtle Breaks
Difficulty: Expert · Program HCP 1.0
Short Game · Chip
Avoid Three-Putts
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Short Game · Chip
Avoid Three-Putts
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Short Game · Chip
Avoid Three-Putts
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Short Game · Pitch
Pitch 15–25 Yds From Fringe
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Driving Range · Short irons (9,8)
Check your setup: avoid slices and hooks
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Driving Range · Mid irons (7,6,5)
Tighten your game: keep mid irons within 6 yards
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 20.0
Driving Range · Long irons (4,3,2)
Challenge: eliminate wild misses on long approaches
Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 17.0
Roll to tap-in range, for a 3-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Hit close to hole, for a 8-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Chip through gate, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
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Get StartedVary landing spot, for a 17-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Save par clutch, for a 5-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Pitch close, for a 14-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Stop on a dime, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Avoid Three-Putts
Approach from hazards, for a 17-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Pick line and commit, for a 2-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Avoid 3-Putt: Chip Inside Circle
Stop on a dime, for a 24-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Match plan to shot, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Pitch close, for a 16-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Thread the needle, for a 23-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
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Get StartedCenter green hits, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Reach target zones, for a 6-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Center green hits, for a 20-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Pick line and commit, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Stick approaches, for a 16-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Vary landing spot, for a 7-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Vary landing spot, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Avoid Three-Putts
Avoid 3-putt, for a 17-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Chip through gate, for a 2-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Vary landing spot, for a 29-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Finish putts in one motion, for a 2-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
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Get StartedHit intended line, for a 29-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Turn into par saves, for a 15-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Avoid 3-putt, for a 21-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Avoid slices and hooks, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Stick to long iron line, for a 1-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Control short iron distance, for a 9-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Avoid Three-Putts
Pick landing spot, for a 17-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Pick line and commit, for a 2-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Stop on a dime, for a 28-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Pick line and commit, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Turn into birdies, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
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Get StartedFeel the distance, for a 6-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Vary landing spot, for a 13-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Repeat same distance putts to master touch, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Precision from tough lie, for a 12-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Prepare for Tournaments at The Ridge Club
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 Club
Get answers to common questions about playing The Ridge Club and what to expect.
How difficult is The Ridge Club for mid-handicap golfers?
The Ridge Club is regarded as a strategically complex layout. At 139.0, it provides challenge without being extreme. The course rating of 75.5 reflects on scoring relative to par 71.
What tees should a 15 handicap play at The Ridge Club?
A 15 handicap golfer should consider tees closer to 5347 yards. The back tees extend to 5854.0 yards, which makes approach shots longer and scoring more challenging.
What is considered a good score at The Ridge Club?
With a course rating of 75.5 and par 71, a mid-handicap golfer would typically score in the mid to high 80s. Stronger players aiming to break 71 must manage approach shots and avoid penalty strokes.
How long is The Ridge Club and how does yardage affect play?
At a full length of 5854.0 yards, it emphasizes accuracy and wedge play.
What type of course is The Ridge Club and how should I play it?
Architecturally, it reflects a Parkland style. 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 Club strategically challenging?
The combination of a slope rating of 139.0 and yardage reaching 5854.0 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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