Practice Programs

Complete Golf Practice Blueprint for The Ridges at Sand Creek

Discover tailored practice programs for this course.

Jordan, Minnesota, United States of America

Open Flagship Program Visit Club Website→

Total Programs

13 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 , 6 days , 7 days , 9 days

AccuracyAimAlignmentDispersionDistance ControlMechanics+4 more

The Ridges Practice Profile

We've mapped a comprehensive practice profile for The Ridges, 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

Distance Control 29%Scoring 24%Precision 19%Trajectory 13%Dispersion 12%

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.

16.2

Average HCP

8.9

Minimum HCP

Maximum HCP

Top Drills

Featured Drills for The Ridges

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

Putting18 min

Stop the Ball: to the Stick, Eyes Closed [Long]

Stop the ball between the hole and an alignment stick with your eyes closed.

Short Game26 min

Sand | Parallel Ball Lines | 9 Stop Zones

Up to 5 players compete to stop a sand shot in the stop zone(s). The player with the most points at the end wins the challenge. Up to 80 balls are needed.

Driving Range31 min

All irons (9 to 2) | Weaknesses Discovery

Discover weaknesses amongst irons shots and clubs to avoid in critical situations. Hit one bucket of ~50 balls.

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

Sand | Perpendicular Ball Lines | 9 Stop Zones

Align a bucket of balls in the sand (avg. bucket is 40 balls) into 2 perpendicular lines 20 balls per line and stop sand shots inside 9 Stop Zones. Count the number of successful stops.

Short Game26 min

Sand | Parallel Piles | 3 Landing Zones

Align a bucket of balls (avg. bucket is 40 balls) in the sand into 10 equal parallel piles of 4 balls and hit-and-land sand shots inside landing zones. Count the number of successes.

Course Details

Everything you need to know about The Ridges.

Contact Information

📞

Phone

+44 (0)1250 872622

📠

Fax

+44 (0) 1250 872622

✉️

kblaschko@ridgesatsandcreek.com

Giving lessons at The Ridges at Sand Creek? Get featured here.

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

21775 Ridges Drive

Course Description

Ridges at Sand Creek is a public golf course in Minnesota, just outside Minneapolis, offering an 18-hole championship layout on 170 acres. Established in 2000 and designed by award-winning architect Joel Goldstrand, it provides a premier golfing experience with scenic views and a layout suitable for players of all skill levels. The venue also features a golf shop, restaurant, and event facilities, catering to outings, weddings, and other gatherings in addition to regular play. Located near Jordan, MN, the course emphasizes quality play, dining, and hospitality for both locals and visitors.

public golf course • minnesota golf • joel goldstrand • golf outings • golf lessons • practice facility • hole by hole • golf shop • weddings • restaurant • events calendar • ranked golf course • scenic views • minnesota golfing destination • environmental services • sustainability • ecosystem management • waste management

Course Information

Holes

Par

Type

Parkland

Architect

Joel Goldstrand

Opened

2000

Google Reviews

Business Claimed

⭐N/A(0 reviews)

View on Google Maps

The Ridges at Sand Creek Social Media Presence

Facebook Instagram Twitter LinkedIn Official Website

Interested in our comprehensive dataset of 40,000 golf courses? Contact us to learn more.

Programs

Skill-Based Practice Programs for The Ridges

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.

Filter programs by category (select one)

Showing 13 Programs

% match to course practice profile

Make Every 20+ Ft Putt

Hit putts with both left and right breaks, for a 1-handicap player, ~10 minutes.

Putting~18 min0 HCP6 drills

Distance Control31%

Visualization31%

Dispersion22%

View Program

Make Par Around the Green

Keep near hole, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.

Short Game~26 min35 HCP7 drills

Scoring45%

Distance Control34%

Visualization22%

View Program

Thread the gap: bunker shot through a narrow landing zone

Pinpoint sand shots, for a 13-handicap player, ~15 minutes.

Short Game~26 min13 HCP7 drills

Precision28%

Distance Control26%

Trajectory13%

View Program

Challenge: eliminate off-target mid iron shots

Eliminate off-target mid irons, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.

Driving Range30-31 min17 HCP9 drills

Dispersion35%

Precision23%

Scoring15%

View Program

18 Week Flagship Program for The Ridges

A complete and progressive long-term development curriculum mapped from easier to harder drills, specifically for The Ridges. Start with the basics and work your way towards more challenging drills. Commit to 18 weeks of training and get in proper shape. Four days counts as a week.

Weeks 1–2≤ 6 days

Putting · Long (20+ ft)

Make Every 20+ Ft Putt

Difficulty: Expert · Program HCP 0.0

Weeks 2–4≤ 7 days

Short Game · Mixed

Make Par Around the Green

Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0

Weeks 4–5≤ 6 days

Short Game · Pitch

Thread the gap: pitch through a narrow landing zone

Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 17.0

Weeks 5–7≤ 7 days

Short Game · Flop

Flop 20–30 Yds Over Hazard

Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 16.0

Weeks 8–10≤ 7 days

Short Game · Sand

Vary your landing spot and see how soft you can land it

Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 16.0

Weeks 10–12≤ 7 days

Short Game · Sand

Land 2–3 Feet From Hole

Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 15.0

Weeks 12–14≤ 7 days

Driving Range · Short irons (9,8)

Shape the shot: fade or draw with short irons

Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 29.0

Weeks 14–15≤ 7 days

Driving Range · Wedges (LW,SW,GW,PW)

Shape it perfectly: fade or draw with wedges

Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 27.0

Weeks 16–18≤ 7 days

Driving Range · Mid irons (7,6,5)

Challenge: eliminate off-target mid iron shots

Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 17.0

Open Flagship Program

Mobile app

Star this curriculum and sync to your phone

Save it to favorites, get personalized recs, and track completions anywhere.

★Starred syncs to your profile across web + mobile

Use the same account to keep your starred curriculum synced.

Can you leave yourself a tap-in from 50-100 yards?

Leave tap-ins, for a 12-handicap player, ~15 minutes.

Driving Range30-31 min12 HCP3 drills

Scoring33%

Distance Control32%

Accuracy20%

View Program

Vary your landing spot and see how soft you can land it

Stop on a dime, for a 16-handicap player, ~15 minutes.

Short Game~26 min16 HCP9 drills

Distance Control30%

Precision14%

Aim13%

View Program

Flop 20–30 Yds Over Hazard

Land 3-4 feet away, for a 16-handicap player, ~15 minutes.

Short Game~26 min16 HCP9 drills

Distance Control22%

Accuracy20%

Alignment19%

View Program

Thread the gap: pitch through a narrow landing zone

Precision from tough lie, for a 17-handicap player, ~15 minutes.

Short Game~26 min17 HCP6 drills

Precision35%

Distance Control22%

Aim20%

View Program

Unlock Your Golf Potential

Get personalized coaching and custom training programs tailored to your game.

Get Started

Land 2–3 Feet From Hole

Save par consistently, for a 15-handicap player, ~15 minutes.

Short Game~26 min15 HCP9 drills

Distance Control25%

Scoring19%

Precision16%

View Program

Maximize Driver Distance

Precision from 200 yards, for a 1-handicap player, ~10 minutes.

Driving Range30-31 min0 HCP6 drills

Scoring29%

Precision20%

Trajectory13%

View Program

Shape the shot: fade or draw with short irons

Fade or draw short irons, for a 29-handicap player, ~20 minutes.

Driving Range~31 min29 HCP7 drills

Trajectory30%

Precision22%

Mechanics19%

View Program

Shape it perfectly: fade or draw with wedges

Control wedge loft, for a 28-handicap player, ~20 minutes.

Driving Range~31 min27 HCP7 drills

Trajectory26%

Precision19%

Mechanics19%

View Program

Up-and-down contest: how many can you save?

Turn into birdies, for a 11-handicap player, ~15 minutes.

Driving Range30-31 min10 HCP7 drills

Scoring26%

Dispersion25%

Distance Control15%

View Program

2026

Prepare for Tournaments at The Ridges

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 Ridges

Get answers to common questions about playing The Ridges and what to expect.

How difficult is The Ridges for mid-handicap golfers?

From a scoring perspective, The Ridges challenges consistency. The 120 slope rating keeps it accessible for developing players. The course rating of 70 reflects on scoring relative to par 72.

What tees should a 15 handicap play at The Ridges?

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 Ridges?

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 Ridges and how does yardage affect play?

At a full length of 6500 yards, it balances distance with positional strategy.

What type of course is The Ridges 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 Ridges 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.

Nearby Courses