Practice Programs

Complete Golf Practice Blueprint for The Ridge Golf Course

Discover tailored practice programs for this course.

Auburn, California, United States of America

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Total Programs

15 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 , 6 days , 7 days , 8 days , 9 days

AccuracyAimAlignmentDispersionDistance ControlMechanics+5 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

Aim 22%Scoring 22%Precision 21%Distance Control 19%Alignment 14%

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.

20.7

Average HCP

11.5

Minimum HCP

33.2

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.

Putting18 min

Putting Aid: Chalk Line, 10/20

Make 10 out of 20 putts over the chalk starting line.

Short Game26 min

Flop | Perpendicular Ball Lines | Bullseye 2x

Align a bucket of balls (avg. bucket is 40 balls) into 2 perpendicular lines 20 balls per line and stop flop shots inside Bullseye. Count the number of balls in the inner and outer Bullseye.

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.

Putting18 min

Putting Aid: Plane Board, Ball Gate, 10/20

Make 10 out of 20 putts through the ball gate, using plane board.

Putting18 min

Putting Aid: String Line, 10/20

Make 10 out of 20 putts, underneath the hanging string line.

Driving Range31 min

Wedges (LW to PW) | Quadrants

Hit 12 balls to each quadrant using wedges only. Hit one bucket of ~50 balls. Count total number of successful shots.

Course Details

Everything you need to know about The 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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patrickd@ridgegc.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

2020 Golf Course Road

Course Description

The Ridge Golf Course is a premier golf facility and events center located in Auburn, California. Designed by Robert Trent Jones Jr., it offers a picturesque course set in the gold country with a full-service bar and grill and a versatile event venue. The property also features an online store, a mobile app for tee times and rewards, and supports weddings, banquets, and golf outings while promoting nonprofit fundraisers. The Ridge emphasizes a community-focused experience with membership options, clinics, junior programs, and a loyalty rewards program.

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Course Information

Holes

Par

Type

Parkland

Architect

Robert Trent Jones Jr.

Opened

1999

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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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Sink Mid-Distance Putts

Hit putts with both left and right breaks, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.

Putting~18 min17 HCP3 drills

Aim38%

Alignment23%

Stroke22%

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Pace Putts To Hole

Hit putts with both left and right breaks, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.

Putting~18 min17 HCP3 drills

Aim38%

Alignment23%

Stroke22%

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Pick your spot and trust your aim—can you hit it?

Visualize the line, for a 28-handicap player, ~20 minutes.

Short Game~26 min27 HCP7 drills

Aim29%

Scoring23%

Distance Control22%

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How close can you get from a tough lie? Precision test

Thread the gap, for a 19-handicap player, ~15 minutes.

Short Game~26 min18 HCP8 drills

Distance Control34%

Precision22%

Alignment12%

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12 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 12 weeks of training and get in proper shape. Four days counts as a week.

Week 1≤ 3 days

Putting · 9 ft (3m) only

Control 9 Ft Putts

Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 17.0

Weeks 1–3≤ 6 days

Short Game · Flop

Land Flop Shots Near Hole

Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0

Week 3≤ 3 days

Driving Range · Long irons (4,3,2)

Eliminate Hook With Long Irons

Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0

Week 4≤ 3 days

Putting · 9 ft (3m) only

Pace Putts To Hole

Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 17.0

Weeks 4–6≤ 7 days

Short Game · Mixed

Make Par Around the Green

Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0

Weeks 6–8≤ 7 days

Driving Range · Woods (Hy,5W,3W)

Stop Missing 3-Wood Fairways

Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0

Week 8≤ 3 days

Putting · 9 ft (3m) only

Sink Mid-Distance Putts

Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 17.0

Weeks 9–10≤ 7 days

Short Game · Bump'n'Run

Pick your spot and trust your aim—can you hit it?

Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 27.0

Weeks 10–12≤ 6 days

Driving Range · Short irons (9,8)

How close can you get? Challenge your limits

Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 30.0

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Wedge Accuracy Advanced

Precision wedges, for a 1-handicap player, ~10 minutes.

Driving Range30-43 min0 HCP7 drills

Scoring33%

Distance Control31%

Accuracy19%

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How close can you get? Challenge your limits

Thread the gap, for a 31-handicap player, ~30 minutes.

Driving Range30-31 min30 HCP6 drills

Precision35%

Dispersion14%

Aim14%

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Control 9 Ft Putts

Hit putts with both left and right breaks, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.

Putting~18 min17 HCP3 drills

Aim38%

Alignment23%

Stroke22%

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Make Par Around the Green

Mix short game shots, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.

Short Game~26 min35 HCP7 drills

Scoring44%

Distance Control34%

Visualization22%

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Land Every Flop Shot Softly

Stop 2 feet away, for a 3-handicap player, ~10 minutes.

Short Game~26 min3 HCP8 drills

Precision33%

Dispersion18%

Distance Control17%

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Can you stop the ball close from a tight lie?

Vary landing spot soft, for a 19-handicap player, ~15 minutes.

Short Game~26 min19 HCP7 drills

Distance Control28%

Accuracy26%

Alignment22%

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Land Flop Shots Near Hole

Flop from sand, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.

Short Game25-26 min35 HCP6 drills

Aim24%

Alignment23%

Scoring17%

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Reduce 3-Wood Spread

Achieve distance accuracy, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.

Driving Range~31 min17 HCP4 drills

Precision41%

Dispersion31%

Scoring19%

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Eliminate Hook With Long Irons

Control flight, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.

Driving Range~31 min35 HCP3 drills

Precision32%

Aim18%

Mechanics15%

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Maximize Wedge Greens In Regulation

Advanced accuracy, for a 1-handicap player, ~10 minutes.

Driving Range30-43 min0 HCP9 drills

Scoring32%

Distance Control29%

Accuracy17%

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Stop Missing 3-Wood Fairways

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

Driving Range~31 min35 HCP7 drills

Precision28%

Aim15%

Trajectory14%

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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?

Players often find The Ridge technically exacting. This slope level makes it manageable compared to championship venues. The course rating of 70 reflects on scoring relative to par 71.

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 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 and how does yardage affect play?

Stretching to 6500 yards from the back tees, it does not overwhelm length but rewards accuracy.

What type of course is The Ridge and how should I play it?

The course follows a traditional Parkland design philosophy. 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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