Trust your read, for a 10-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Putting15-18 min9 HCP4 drills
Aim40%
Scoring20%
Stroke16%
Practice Programs
Complete Golf Practice Blueprint for Tierra Del Sol Golf Club
Discover tailored practice programs for this course.
Total Programs
15
15 complete programs built for this course
Unique Drills
77
Total unique drills across all programs
Skill Pillars
11
Accuracy · Aim · Alignment · Dispersion · Distance Control · Mechanics
Session Durations
6
3 days , 4 days , 5 days , 6 days , 7 days , 9 days
AccuracyAimAlignmentDispersionDistance ControlMechanics+5 more
Championship Practice Profile
We've mapped a comprehensive practice profile for Championship, 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 25%Precision 20%Aim 19%Scoring 18%Dispersion 15%
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.
16.6
Average HCP
10.4
Minimum HCP
35
Maximum HCP
Top Drills
Featured Drills for Championship
Most-used drills from for this course. Practice as standalone drills or scroll down for full programs.
Putting15 min
One Handed, Ball Gate, 12 in a Row
Make 12 putts in a row, one-handed through the ball gate.
Short Game26 min
Sand | Parallel Ball Lines | 9 Stop Zones
Align a bucket of balls in the sand (avg. bucket is 40 balls) into 2 parallel lines 20 balls per line and stop sand shots inside 9 Stop Zones. Count the number of successful stops.
Driving Range31 min
Long irons (4,3,2) | Around the Stick
Curve the ball around the alignment stick using using long irons only. Hit one bucket of ~50 balls.
Short Game26 min
Chip | Fairway | Above/Below Feet
Up to 5 players hit two buckets of balls (avg. bucket is 40 balls) from the sloped fairway; one bucket with balls above feet level, and one bucket with balls below feet level.
Putting18 min
Putting Aid: Alignment Mirror, 15/25
Make 15 out of 25 putts using an alignment mirror.
Putting18 min
Putting Aid: Plane Board, Ball Gate, 15/25
Make 15 out of 25 putts through the ball gate, using plane board.
Course Details
Everything you need to know about Championship.
Contact Information
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Phone
+44 (0)1250 872622
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Fax
+44 (0) 1250 872622
✉️Email
ctabet85@gmail.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
1000 Golf Course Road
Course Description
Tierra Del Sol is a public golf club located in Rio Communities, New Mexico. Established in 1968 and currently operated by a local PGA professional family, the course offers memberships and daily fees with a welcoming atmosphere and panoramic views of the Manzano Mountains near the Rio Grande. The club emphasizes quality customer service, a community-friendly environment, and a compact, challenging layout suitable for various skill levels. It serves the Albuquerque area as a regional golf destination within Valencia County, providing tee times, events, and banquet facilities.
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Course Information
Holes
18
Par
72
Type
Parkland
Opened
1968
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Programs
Skill-Based Practice Programs for Championship
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 15 Programs
% match to course practice profileSquare up, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Short Game~26 min35 HCP6 drills
Alignment29%
Scoring27%
Distance Control20%
Vary landing spot, for a 21-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Short Game~26 min20 HCP6 drills
Distance Control36%
Dispersion18%
Precision15%
Maximize driver distance, for a 1-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Driving Range30-31 min0 HCP6 drills
Scoring29%
Precision20%
Trajectory13%
11 Week Flagship Program for Championship
A complete and progressive long-term development curriculum mapped from easier to harder drills, specifically for Championship. Start with the basics and work your way towards more challenging drills. Commit to 11 weeks of training and get in proper shape. Four days counts as a week.
Week 1≤ 4 days
Putting · 6 ft (2m) only
Stop Missed Mid Putts Accurately
Difficulty: Advanced · Program HCP 9.0
Weeks 2–3≤ 6 days
Short Game · Bump'n'Run
Square up and send it: perfect alignment for Bump'n'Runs
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Weeks 3–4≤ 3 days
Short Game · Pitch
Land Close To Pin
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 34.0
Weeks 4–6≤ 7 days
Short Game · Chip
Vary Landing Spot
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 21.0
Weeks 6–7≤ 6 days
Short Game · Sand
Vary your landing spot and see how soft you can land it
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 20.0
Week 8≤ 4 days
Short Game · Chip
Avoid 3-Putt: Chip Inside Circle
Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 17.0
Week 9≤ 3 days
Driving Range · Long irons (4,3,2)
Stop Missing Greens With Long Irons
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Weeks 9–10≤ 3 days
Driving Range · Driver
Improve Driver Accuracy
Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 17.0
Weeks 10–11≤ 5 days
Driving Range · Long irons (4,3,2)
Tighten it up: keep long irons within 8 yards
Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 17.0
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Achieve distance consistency, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Driving Range~31 min17 HCP3 drills
Scoring27%
Dispersion20%
Precision17%
Avoid 3-putt, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min17 HCP4 drills
Accuracy33%
Distance Control22%
Alignment22%
Land 2 feet from pin, for a 4-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Short Game~26 min3 HCP7 drills
Distance Control26%
Aim19%
Dispersion17%
Land within 2 feet, for a 2-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Short Game~26 min1 HCP5 drills
Aim29%
Distance Control19%
Precision18%
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Get StartedLand close to pin, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Short Game~26 min34 HCP3 drills
Aim31%
Distance Control25%
Accuracy11%
Thread the gap, for a 10-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Short Game~26 min9 HCP7 drills
Precision28%
Aim21%
Distance Control14%
Feel the green, for a 21-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Short Game~26 min21 HCP9 drills
Distance Control34%
Accuracy18%
Alignment16%
Hit varying targets, for a 12-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Driving Range30-31 min11 HCP6 drills
Distance Control30%
Scoring20%
Accuracy19%
Control flight, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Driving Range~31 min35 HCP3 drills
Precision32%
Mechanics30%
Trajectory17%
Turn into birdies, for a 13-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Driving Range~31 min13 HCP6 drills
Scoring27%
Precision20%
Distance Control19%
Eliminate wild misses, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Driving Range~31 min17 HCP5 drills
Dispersion33%
Precision17%
Scoring16%
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FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions about Championship
Get answers to common questions about playing Championship and what to expect.
How difficult is Championship for mid-handicap golfers?
Players often find Championship 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 72.
What tees should a 15 handicap play at Championship?
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 Championship?
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 Championship 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 Championship and how should I play it?
Championship 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 Championship 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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