Practice Programs

Complete Golf Practice Blueprint for Akan Country Club

Discover tailored practice programs for this course.

Akan, Hokkaido, 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 , 9 days

AccuracyAimAlignmentDispersionDistance ControlGreen Reading+5 more

Pirika Practice Profile

We've mapped a comprehensive practice profile for Pirika, 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

Scoring 34%Distance Control 19%Precision 18%Accuracy 16%Trajectory 10%

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.

16.8

Average HCP

9.6

Minimum HCP

Maximum HCP

Top Drills

Featured Drills for Pirika

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

Short Game26 min

Pitch | Rough | Above/Below Feet

Hit two buckets of balls (avg. bucket is 40 balls) from the sloped rough grass; one bucket with balls above feet level, and one bucket with balls below feet level.

Driving Range31 min

Driver | Y Area

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

Driving Range31 min

Driver | Opposite Shots Challenge

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

Short Game26 min

Flop | Deep Rough and Other | Uphill/Downhill

Hit flop shot two buckets of balls (avg. bucket is 40 balls) from the sloped deep rough and other extreme grass types; one bucket from the uphill slope and one bucket from the downhill slope.

Short Game26 min

Flop | Rough | Above/Below Feet

Hit flop shot two buckets of balls (avg. bucket is 40 balls) from the sloped rough grass; one bucket with balls above feet level, and one bucket with balls below feet level.

Short Game26 min

Flop | Deep Rough and Other | Above/Below Feet

Hit flop shot two buckets of balls (avg. bucket is 40 balls) from the sloped deep rough and other extreme grass types; one bucket with balls above feet level, and one bucket with balls below feet level.

Course Details

Everything you need to know about Pirika.

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 Pirika

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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Visualize the perfect flop, then make it happen

See landing and roll, for a 15-handicap player, ~15 minutes.

Short Game~26 min15 HCP4 drills

Scoring45%

Accuracy31%

Visualization25%

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Pick a landing spot and stick it—pitching challenge

Pitch close, for a 15-handicap player, ~15 minutes.

Short Game~26 min14 HCP9 drills

Accuracy32%

Scoring21%

Distance Control18%

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Driver Fairway Accuracy Advanced

Maximize driver distance, for a 1-handicap player, ~10 minutes.

Driving Range30-31 min0 HCP5 drills

Scoring26%

Precision18%

Trajectory16%

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Long Iron Distance Control

Control distance, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.

Driving Range~31 min17 HCP3 drills

Distance Control25%

Trajectory22%

Scoring20%

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13 Week Flagship Program for Pirika

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

Weeks 1–2≤ 6 days

Short Game · Chip

Stop Chips Near Hole

Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0

Weeks 2–4≤ 7 days

Short Game · Chip

Pinpoint Chips for Tap-Ins

Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 23.0

Weeks 4–6≤ 7 days

Short Game · Bump'n'Run

Can you land every Bump'n'Run inside 2 feet?

Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 21.0

Weeks 6–7≤ 6 days

Short Game · Mixed

Land 3–4 Feet From Pin

Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 16.0

Week 8≤ 4 days

Short Game · Flop

Visualize the perfect flop, then make it happen

Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 15.0

Weeks 9–10≤ 6 days

Short Game · Pitch

Can you match your plan to your shot?

Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 14.0

Weeks 10–11≤ 3 days

Driving Range · Long irons (4,3,2)

Feet, hips, shoulders—consistent contact every time

Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0

Weeks 11–12≤ 6 days

Driving Range · Wedges (LW,SW,GW,PW)

Stop Missed Wedge Shots

Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0

Weeks 12–13≤ 3 days

Driving Range · Long irons (4,3,2)

Long Iron Distance Control

Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 17.0

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Can you match your plan to your shot?

Visualize perfect pitch, for a 14-handicap player, ~15 minutes.

Short Game~26 min14 HCP6 drills

Scoring45%

Accuracy32%

Visualization24%

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Pinpoint Chips for Tap-Ins

Pinpoint chips, for a 23-handicap player, ~20 minutes.

Short Game~26 min23 HCP7 drills

Precision30%

Distance Control24%

Scoring12%

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Escape Every Bunker Successfully

Land 2 feet away, for a 7-handicap player, ~10 minutes.

Short Game~26 min7 HCP9 drills

Distance Control25%

Precision20%

Dispersion18%

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Land 3–4 Feet From Pin

Land 3-4 feet away, for a 17-handicap player, ~15 minutes.

Short Game~26 min16 HCP6 drills

Scoring45%

Distance Control32%

Visualization23%

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Can you land every Bump'n'Run inside 2 feet?

Dial in touch, for a 21-handicap player, ~20 minutes.

Short Game~26 min21 HCP9 drills

Scoring39%

Accuracy32%

Green Reading13%

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Stop Chips Near Hole

Avoid three-putts, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.

Short Game~26 min35 HCP6 drills

Aim23%

Distance Control20%

Alignment20%

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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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Feet, hips, shoulders—consistent contact every time

Consistent long iron contact, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.

Driving Range~31 min35 HCP3 drills

Mechanics45%

Precision30%

Trajectory25%

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Maximize Wedge Greens In Regulation

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

Driving Range30-31 min0 HCP7 drills

Scoring33%

Distance Control31%

Accuracy19%

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Driver Precision 200+ Yards

Precision from 200 yards, for a 0-handicap player, ~10 minutes.

Driving Range~31 minUnknown HCP3 drills

Precision32%

Scoring32%

Dispersion15%

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Prepare for Tournaments at Pirika

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 Pirika

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

How difficult is Pirika for mid-handicap golfers?

From a scoring perspective, Pirika 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 Pirika?

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 Pirika?

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 Pirika 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 Pirika and how should I play it?

Pirika 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 Pirika 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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