Practice Programs

Complete Golf Practice Blueprint for Akan Country Club

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Akan, Hokkaido, Japan

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Total Programs

17 complete programs built for this course

Unique Drills

100

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+6 more

Marimo Practice Profile

We've mapped a comprehensive practice profile for Marimo, 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 28%Scoring 28%Precision 16%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.

18.7

Average HCP

11.6

Minimum HCP

Maximum HCP

Top Drills

Featured Drills for Marimo

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

Putting18 min

Stop the Ball: Circle, Eyes Closed [Long]

Stop the ball inside the circle with your eyes closed.

Short Game26 min

Bump-n-Run | Parallel Piles | 3 Landing Zones

Align a bucket of balls (avg. bucket is 40 balls) into 10 equal parallel piles of 4 balls next to the green and hit-and-land bump-n-run shots inside landing zones. Count the number of successes.

Driving Range31 min

Driver | Ladder Challenge

Complete the Ladder Challenge using driver only. Hit one bucket of ~50 balls.

Putting18 min

Stop the Ball: Circle, in a Row [Long]

Eliminate long distance misses by stopping 5 balls inside the circle, in a row.

Driving Range31 min

Driver | 3 Landing Zones

Hit 15 balls to each landing zone using driver only. Hit one bucket of ~50 balls. Count total number of successful shots.

Driving Range31 min

Long irons (4,3,2) | Ladder Challenge

Complete the Ladder Challenge using long irons only. Hit one bucket of ~50 balls.

Course Details

Everything you need to know about Marimo.

Contact Information

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Phone

+44 (0)1250 872622

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Fax

+44 (0) 1250 872622

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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

Akan

Course Description

Akan Country Club is a golf facility located in Akancho, Kushiro City, known for its 27-hole forested course layout set among natural woodlands. Opened in 1972, the club sits on a hillside near the Pacific coast with views of Meakan and Akan mountains, offering a flat but varied layout that winds through birch, Ezo pine, cherry, and alder trees. It serves local residents and visitors alike, with convenient access from Kushiro Airport and a reputation for scenic, nature-rich playing conditions across multiple nines.

27-hole golf course • forest golf course • nature forest layout • birch and ezo pine golf • kushiro area golf • meakan mountains view • akan coast golf • hillside golf course • japanese golf club • golf in hokkaido • scenic golf

Course Information

Holes

Par

Type

Parkland

Architect

Tomizawa Makotozo

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Programs

Skill-Based Practice Programs for Marimo

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 Long Putts

Practice uphill and downhill putts, for a 1-handicap player, ~10 minutes.

Putting~18 min0 HCP6 drills

Visualization31%

Distance Control31%

Dispersion22%

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Practice 3 Ft Putts For Consistency

Focus on alignment, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.

Putting18-30 min17 HCP3 drills

Aim32%

Stroke28%

Alignment23%

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Save Par From Fringe

Control the rollout distance, for a 17-handicap player, ~15 minutes.

Short Game~26 min17 HCP5 drills

Scoring30%

Dispersion22%

Distance Control14%

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Chip 10–25 Yds From Rough

Land close to pin, for a 17-handicap player, ~15 minutes.

Short Game~26 min17 HCP8 drills

Accuracy26%

Distance Control24%

Alignment16%

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15 Week Flagship Program for Marimo

A complete and progressive long-term development curriculum mapped from easier to harder drills, specifically for Marimo. Start with the basics and work your way towards more challenging drills. Commit to 15 weeks of training and get in proper shape. Four days counts as a week.

Week 1≤ 3 days

Putting · 3 ft (1m) only

Practice 3 Ft Putts For Consistency

Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 17.0

Weeks 1–3≤ 7 days

Short Game · Sand

Land Bunker Shots Close To Pin

Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0

Weeks 3–5≤ 7 days

Driving Range · Woods (Hy,5W,3W)

Stop Missing 3-Wood Fairways

Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0

Weeks 5–6≤ 5 days

Putting · Long (20+ ft)

Hit Cup From Long Distance

Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 14.0

Weeks 7–8≤ 7 days

Short Game · Mixed

Short Game 5–20 Yds From Fringe Or Rough

Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0

Weeks 9–10≤ 7 days

Driving Range · Long irons (4,3,2)

Hit the green with the perfect trajectory

Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 29.0

Weeks 10–12≤ 6 days

Putting · 3 ft (1m) only

Sink All Short Putts

Difficulty: Expert · Program HCP 2.0

Weeks 12–14≤ 7 days

Short Game · Bump'n'Run

Lag it close: can you control your rollout every time?

Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 29.0

Weeks 14–15≤ 4 days

Driving Range · Driver

Control the arc: launch it where you want it to go

Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 22.0

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Reduce Wedge Misses

Improve accuracy, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.

Driving Range30-31 min17 HCP5 drills

Distance Control31%

Scoring27%

Trajectory21%

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Beat your best drive streak—how many in a row?

Build drive streaks, for a 9-handicap player, ~10 minutes.

Driving Range30-31 min9 HCP8 drills

Scoring32%

Precision15%

Distance Control13%

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Hit Cup From Long Distance

Control extended rolls, for a 14-handicap player, ~15 minutes.

Putting18-27 min14 HCP5 drills

Dispersion40%

Accuracy30%

Scoring8%

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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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Lag it close: can you control your rollout every time?

Feel the green, for a 29-handicap player, ~20 minutes.

Short Game~26 min29 HCP9 drills

Distance Control37%

Scoring16%

Aim11%

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Master the art of touch: no more long comeback putts

Master touch, for a 29-handicap player, ~20 minutes.

Short Game~26 min28 HCP5 drills

Distance Control38%

Scoring13%

Aim11%

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Short Game 5–20 Yds From Fringe Or Rough

Mix short game shots, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.

Short Game~26 min35 HCP8 drills

Scoring44%

Distance Control34%

Visualization22%

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Land Bunker Shots Close To Pin

Land close to pin, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.

Short Game25-26 min35 HCP8 drills

Distance Control22%

Scoring20%

Aim20%

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Hit the green with the perfect trajectory

Control long iron spin, for a 29-handicap player, ~20 minutes.

Driving Range~31 min29 HCP7 drills

Trajectory30%

Precision22%

Mechanics19%

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Land it close: consistent rollout on approaches

Hit within 5 yards, for a 7-handicap player, ~10 minutes.

Driving Range~31 min7 HCP5 drills

Distance Control38%

Scoring24%

Trajectory13%

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Control the arc: launch it where you want it to go

Control driver arc, for a 22-handicap player, ~20 minutes.

Driving Range~31 min22 HCP4 drills

Trajectory31%

Distance Control19%

Precision17%

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Stop Missing 3-Wood Fairways

Stay on fairways, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.

Driving Range~31 min35 HCP8 drills

Precision28%

Mechanics17%

Trajectory16%

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Maximize Mid-Irons In Regulation

Precision mid-irons, for a 1-handicap player, ~10 minutes.

Driving Range~31 min0 HCP7 drills

Scoring25%

Distance Control19%

Accuracy13%

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FAQ

Frequently Asked Questions about Marimo

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

How difficult is Marimo for mid-handicap golfers?

From a scoring perspective, Marimo challenges consistency. 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 Marimo?

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 Marimo?

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 Marimo 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 Marimo and how should I play it?

Marimo 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 Marimo 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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