Practice Programs

Complete Golf Practice Blueprint for Aga Kogen Golf Course

Discover tailored practice programs for this course.

Aga, Niigata, Japan

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Total Programs

14 complete programs built for this course

Unique Drills

Total unique drills across all programs

Skill Pillars

Accuracy · Aim · Alignment · Dispersion · Distance Control · Green Reading

Session Durations

3 days , 4 days , 5 days , 6 days , 7 days , 8 days , 9 days

AccuracyAimAlignmentDispersionDistance ControlGreen Reading+5 more

Keyaki Practice Profile

We've mapped a comprehensive practice profile for Keyaki, 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

Precision 24%Scoring 23%Distance Control 18%Dispersion 17%Aim 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.

14.8

Average HCP

9.6

Minimum HCP

27.9

Maximum HCP

Top Drills

Featured Drills for Keyaki

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

Putting15 min

One Handed, Ball Gate, 25 in a Row

Make 25 putts in a row, one-handed through the ball gate.

Short Game26 min

Pitch | Parallel Piles | Quadrants

Up to 5 players compete to stop a pitch shot inside the quadrant(s). The player with the most points wins the challenge. One bucket of balls per player is needed.

Driving Range31 min

Driver | Backswing

Work only on backswing using driver only. Hit one bucket of ~50 balls.

Driving Range31 min

Driver | Low/Mid/High Shot

Produce low/mid/high shots using driver only. Hit one bucket of ~50 balls.

Driving Range31 min

Driver | Around the Stick

Curve the ball around the alignment stick using using driver only. Hit one bucket of ~50 balls.

Driving Range31 min

Driver | Straight Shot

Produce straight shots using driver only. Hit one bucket of ~50 balls.

Course Details

Everything you need to know about Keyaki.

Contact Information

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Phone

+44 (0)1250 872622

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Fax

+44 (0) 1250 872622

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kikaku@aga-gc.co.jp

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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

4720 Ishito

Course Description

Aga Kogen Golf Club is a 27-hole hilltop golf destination in Aga town, Niigata Prefecture. The course uses the natural terrain with a total elevation change of about 170 meters, and it features golf carts for easy play. Surrounded by expansive highland scenery, it offers a strategic layout with varied terrain and tree-lined holes that showcase the region’s natural beauty. The club emphasizes an enjoyable experience in a mountainous backdrop, accessible from Niigata city within a short drive.

27-hole golf course • hilly golf course • nickgage low-altitude landscape • niigata golf • golf in Aga • golf carts included • tree-lined holes • highland golf • mountainous terrain golf • golf club facilities • course navigation • golf travel niigata • ag町ゴルフ場 • 自然地形を生かしたコース • seasonal scenery golf • 27-hole course • hilly terrain • elevation change • golf carts • mountain golf • strategic layout • golf travel • golf

Course Information

Holes

Par

Type

Parkland

Architect

Fukuda Corporation Ltd.

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Programs

Skill-Based Practice Programs for Keyaki

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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Focus On Cup Accuracy

Perfect aim and stroke, for a 2-handicap player, ~10 minutes.

Putting15-30 min2 HCP5 drills

Scoring37%

Precision28%

Green Reading11%

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Sink All Long Putts

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

Putting~18 min0 HCP6 drills

Visualization31%

Distance Control31%

Dispersion22%

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Pitch 30–45 Yds From Fairway

Pitch long distances, for a 4-handicap player, ~10 minutes.

Short Game~26 min4 HCP4 drills

Precision22%

Distance Control19%

Aim16%

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Chip 5–15 Yds From Fringe

Chip to the green, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.

Short Game~26 min35 HCP6 drills

Distance Control27%

Scoring20%

Alignment14%

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12 Week Flagship Program for Keyaki

A complete and progressive long-term development curriculum mapped from easier to harder drills, specifically for Keyaki. 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.

Weeks 1–2≤ 5 days

Putting · 3 ft (1m) only

Focus On Cup Accuracy

Difficulty: Expert · Program HCP 2.0

Weeks 2–3≤ 6 days

Putting · Long (20+ ft)

Sink All Long Putts

Difficulty: Expert · Program HCP 0.0

Weeks 3–5≤ 6 days

Short Game · Chip

Chip 5–15 Yds From Fringe

Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0

Weeks 5–6≤ 7 days

Short Game · Pitch

Pinpoint your pitches: leave yourself a tap-in every time

Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 20.0

Week 7≤ 4 days

Short Game · Pitch

Pitch 30–45 Yds From Fairway

Difficulty: Expert · Program HCP 4.0

Week 8≤ 4 days

Driving Range · Driver

Control Driver Ball Flight

Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0

Weeks 9–10≤ 6 days

Driving Range · Wedges (LW,SW,GW,PW)

Stop Missed Wedge Shots

Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0

Weeks 10–11≤ 6 days

Driving Range · Driver

Stop Missing Fairways with Driver

Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0

Week 12≤ 4 days

Driving Range · Wedges (LW,SW,GW,PW)

Challenge: eliminate off-target wedge shots

Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 17.0

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Challenge: eliminate off-target wedge shots

Center green hits, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.

Driving Range30-43 min17 HCP4 drills

Scoring34%

Dispersion33%

Precision17%

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Control Driver Ball Flight

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

Driving Range~31 min35 HCP4 drills

Precision29%

Aim26%

Trajectory15%

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Land Within 2 Feet

Get up-and-down consistently, for a 2-handicap player, ~10 minutes.

Short Game~26 min1 HCP5 drills

Aim29%

Distance Control19%

Precision18%

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Short Game 15–35 Yds From Bunker, Fringe, Rough

Short game from tough lies, for a 1-handicap player, ~10 minutes.

Short Game~26 min0 HCP9 drills

Scoring48%

Distance Control29%

Visualization19%

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Stop 2 Feet From Hole

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

Short Game~26 min2 HCP8 drills

Precision26%

Aim17%

Dispersion17%

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Pinpoint your pitches: leave yourself a tap-in every time

Pinpoint pitches, for a 21-handicap player, ~20 minutes.

Short Game~26 min20 HCP7 drills

Precision30%

Distance Control26%

Aim13%

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Stop Missed Wedge Shots

Control distance inside 100, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.

Driving Range~31 min35 HCP6 drills

Precision26%

Mechanics23%

Trajectory18%

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Stop Missing Fairways with Driver

Hit fairways consistently, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.

Driving Range~31 min35 HCP6 drills

Precision29%

Mechanics23%

Trajectory19%

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Tighten it up: keep long irons within 8 yards

Center green hits, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.

Driving Range~31 min17 HCP5 drills

Dispersion33%

Precision17%

Scoring16%

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Pin seeker: hit every short iron to the green

Stick to short iron line, for a 1-handicap player, ~10 minutes.

Driving Range~31 min0 HCP3 drills

Scoring28%

Dispersion23%

Accuracy20%

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Prepare for Tournaments at Keyaki

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 Keyaki

Get answers to common questions about playing Keyaki and what to expect.

How difficult is Keyaki for mid-handicap golfers?

Keyaki presents a demanding test. The 120 slope rating keeps it accessible for developing players. The course rating of 70 reflects on scoring relative to par 36.

What tees should a 15 handicap play at Keyaki?

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 Keyaki?

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 Keyaki and how does yardage affect play?

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

What type of course is Keyaki 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 Keyaki 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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