Fly out and stop close, for a 20-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Practice Programs
Complete Golf Practice Blueprint for The Ridges at Village Creek
Discover tailored practice programs for this course.
Total Programs
13
13 complete programs built for this course
Unique Drills
65
Total unique drills across all programs
Skill Pillars
10
Accuracy · Aim · Alignment · Dispersion · Distance Control · Mechanics
Session Durations
5
3 days , 4 days , 6 days , 7 days , 9 days
West Practice Profile
We've mapped a comprehensive practice profile for West, 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 West
Most-used drills from for this course. Practice as standalone drills or scroll down for full programs.
Sand | Parallel Piles | 9 Stop Zones
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 9 Stop Zones. Count the number of successful stops.
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.
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.
Wedges (LW to PW) | PAR 3 Challenge
Complete the PAR 3 Challenge using wedges only. Hit one bucket of ~50 balls.
Sand | Scattered Piles | Multiple Targets
Up to 5 players compete to stop a sand shot closest to the multiple target(s). The player with the most points wins the challenge. One bucket of balls per player is needed.
Sand | Scattered Ball Lines | Quadrants
Scatter a bucket of balls in the sand (avg. bucket is 40 balls) into 8 equal lines of 5 balls and stop sand shots inside quadrants. Count the number of successes.
Course Details
Everything you need to know about West.
Contact Information
Phone
+44 (0)1250 872622
Fax
+44 (0) 1250 872622
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Facilities
Location
4144 Highway 284
Course Information
Holes
27
Par
36
Type
Parkland
Architect
Andy Dye/Joe T. Jemsek/Nathan Crace
Opened
2012
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Programs
Skill-Based Practice Programs for West
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 profileConvert every opportunity, for a 3-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Advanced accuracy, for a 1-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Improve 3-wood accuracy, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
13 Week Flagship Program for West
A complete and progressive long-term development curriculum mapped from easier to harder drills, specifically for West. 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.
Short Game · Sand
Land Bunker Shots Close To Pin
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Short Game · Chip
Match Clubface to Target
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 29.0
Short Game · Chip
Thread Needle: Narrow Landing Zone
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 26.0
Short Game · Sand
Can you fly it out and stop it close?
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 20.0
Short Game · Sand
Sand 10–25 Yds
Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 13.0
Short Game · Bump'n'Run
Bump'n'Run 15–25 Yds From Tight Lies
Difficulty: Expert · Program HCP 3.0
Driving Range · Wedges (LW,SW,GW,PW)
Control Wedge Roll
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Driving Range · Driver
Driver Fairway Accuracy For Beginners
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Driving Range · Woods (Hy,5W,3W)
Improve 3-Wood Accuracy
Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 17.0
Get square, for a 29-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Land close to pin, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Save par consistently, for a 14-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Thread the needle, for a 26-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Advanced accuracy, for a 0-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
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Get StartedControl ball flight basics, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Control roll, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Precision 3-wood shots, for a 1-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Precision wedges, for a 1-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Prepare for Tournaments at West
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 West
Get answers to common questions about playing West and what to expect.
How difficult is West for mid-handicap golfers?
Players often find West technically exacting. With a slope of 120, it remains playable for a wide handicap range. The course rating of 70 reflects on scoring relative to par 36.
What tees should a 15 handicap play at West?
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 West?
With a course rating of 70 and par 36, a mid-handicap golfer would typically score in the mid to high 80s. Stronger players aiming to break 36 must manage approach shots and avoid penalty strokes.
How long is West 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 West and how should I play it?
West 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 West 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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