Practice Programs

Complete Golf Practice Blueprint for Aga Kogen Golf Course

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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

Maple Practice Profile

We've mapped a comprehensive practice profile for Maple, 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 25%Scoring 24%Distance Control 16%Mechanics 16%Aim 16%

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.

25.2

Average HCP

13.6

Minimum HCP

41.3

Maximum HCP

Top Drills

Featured Drills for Maple

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

Putting30 min

Around the Hole: 4 Ball Circle, 50 in a Row

Make 50 putts in a Row from [3 ft | 1 m].

Short Game26 min

Chip | 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 chip shots inside the Bullseye. Count the number of balls in the inner and outer Bullseye.

Driving Range31 min

Short irons (9,8) | Impact and Follow Through

Work only on impact and follow through using short irons only. Hit one bucket of ~50 balls.

Driving Range31 min

Short irons (9,8) | Downswing

Work only on downswing using short irons only. Hit one bucket of ~50 balls.

Driving Range31 min

Short irons (9,8) | Backswing

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

Driving Range31 min

Short irons (9,8) | Takeaway

Work only on takeaway using short irons only. Hit one bucket of ~50 balls.

Course Details

Everything you need to know about Maple.

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 Maple

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 All Short Putts

Read subtle breaks, for a 2-handicap player, ~10 minutes.

Putting15-30 min2 HCP6 drills

Scoring35%

Precision29%

Aim14%

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Pinpoint accuracy: leave yourself a tap-in from anywhere

Challenge limits, for a 24-handicap player, ~20 minutes.

Short Game~26 min23 HCP9 drills

Precision26%

Distance Control24%

Scoring14%

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Land 2–3 Feet From Hole

Save par consistently, for a 14-handicap player, ~15 minutes.

Short Game~26 min14 HCP7 drills

Scoring24%

Distance Control19%

Aim19%

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Perfect your swing: mechanics for short iron success

Perfect short iron swing, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.

Driving Range~31 min35 HCP4 drills

Mechanics45%

Precision29%

Trajectory26%

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14 Week Flagship Program for Maple

A complete and progressive long-term development curriculum mapped from easier to harder drills, specifically for Maple. Start with the basics and work your way towards more challenging drills. Commit to 14 weeks of training and get in proper shape. Four days counts as a week.

Weeks 1–2≤ 6 days

Putting · 3 ft (1m) only

Sink All Short Putts

Difficulty: Expert · Program HCP 2.0

Weeks 2–3≤ 5 days

Short Game · Chip

Chip 5–15 Yds From Fringe

Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 34.0

Weeks 3–5≤ 7 days

Short Game · Chip

Up-and-Down Contest

Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 29.0

Weeks 6–7≤ 7 days

Short Game · Pitch

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

Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 24.0

Weeks 7–9≤ 7 days

Driving Range · Long irons (4,3,2)

Eliminate Hook With Long Irons

Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0

Weeks 9–10≤ 3 days

Driving Range · Wedges (LW,SW,GW,PW)

Feet, hips, shoulders—consistent contact

Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0

Weeks 10–11≤ 4 days

Driving Range · Short irons (9,8)

Perfect your swing: mechanics for short iron success

Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0

Weeks 11–12≤ 6 days

Driving Range · Driver

Stop Missing Fairways with Driver

Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0

Weeks 12–14≤ 7 days

Driving Range · Short irons (9,8)

Hit the green with the perfect arc

Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 30.0

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Pick your line and stick it—mid iron accuracy

Stick to mid iron line, for a 13-handicap player, ~15 minutes.

Driving Range~31 min13 HCP4 drills

Distance Control36%

Accuracy21%

Trajectory17%

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Chip 5–15 Yds From Fringe

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

Short Game~26 min34 HCP5 drills

Aim30%

Accuracy16%

Scoring14%

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Feet, hips, shoulders—are you set up for success?

Set up for success, for a 23-handicap player, ~20 minutes.

Short Game~26 min23 HCP3 drills

Alignment33%

Accuracy27%

Distance Control20%

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

Up-and-down contest, for a 24-handicap player, ~20 minutes.

Short Game~26 min24 HCP7 drills

Scoring34%

Aim15%

Precision12%

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Up-and-Down Contest

Save par clutch, for a 29-handicap player, ~20 minutes.

Short Game~26 min29 HCP9 drills

Scoring33%

Distance Control13%

Alignment13%

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Pick Landing Spot

Pick landing spot, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.

Short Game~26 min17 HCP8 drills

Accuracy26%

Scoring25%

Alignment14%

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Eliminate Hook With Long Irons

Eliminate hooks, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.

Driving Range~31 min35 HCP7 drills

Precision33%

Mechanics19%

Aim16%

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Feet, hips, shoulders—consistent contact

Perfect wedge swing, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.

Driving Range~31 min35 HCP3 drills

Mechanics45%

Precision28%

Trajectory27%

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Stop Missing Fairways with Driver

Stop missing fairways, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.

Driving Range~31 min35 HCP6 drills

Precision29%

Mechanics22%

Trajectory19%

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Hit the green with the perfect arc

Control short iron height, for a 30-handicap player, ~30 minutes.

Driving Range~31 min30 HCP8 drills

Trajectory30%

Precision23%

Mechanics23%

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Prepare for Tournaments at Maple

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 Maple

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

How difficult is Maple for mid-handicap golfers?

From a scoring perspective, Maple challenges consistency. This slope level makes it manageable compared to championship venues. The course rating of 70 reflects on scoring relative to par 36.

What tees should a 15 handicap play at Maple?

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 Maple?

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 Maple 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 Maple 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 Maple 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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