Practice Programs

Complete Golf Practice Blueprint for Arima Royal Golf Club

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Kobe, Hyogo, Japan

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Total Programs

12 complete programs built for this course

Unique Drills

Total unique drills across all programs

Skill Pillars

Accuracy · Aim · Alignment · Dispersion · Distance Control · Mechanics

Session Durations

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

AccuracyAimAlignmentDispersionDistance ControlMechanics+4 more

Noble Practice Profile

We've mapped a comprehensive practice profile for Noble, 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 29%Distance Control 27%Precision 15%Trajectory 14%Alignment 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.

18.6

Average HCP

11.8

Minimum HCP

30.6

Maximum HCP

Top Drills

Featured Drills for Noble

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

Short Game26 min

Bump-n-Run | Rough | Above/Below Feet

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

Driving Range31 min

Short irons (9,8) | 3 Landing Zones

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

Driving Range31 min

Short irons (9,8) | Ladder Challenge

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

Short Game26 min

Sand | Parallel Piles | 3 Landing Zones

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

Short Game26 min

Sand | Perpendicular Piles | 9 Stop Zones

Align a bucket of balls in the sand (avg. bucket is 40 balls) into 10 equal perpendicular piles of 4 balls and stop sand shots inside 9 Stop Zones. Count the number of successful stops.

Short Game26 min

Sand | Parallel Piles | 9 Stop Zones

Align a bucket of balls (avg. bucket is 40 balls) in the sand into 10 equal parallel piles of 4 balls and stop sand shots inside 9 Stop Zones. Count the number of successful stops.

Course Details

Everything you need to know about Noble.

Contact Information

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Phone

+44 (0)1250 872622

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Fax

+44 (0) 1250 872622

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info@arima-royal.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

571 Kitabata

Course Description

Arima Royal Golf Club is a membership club in Kobe, Japan, home to two distinct courses: the Royal Course and the Noble Course. The courses were designed by renowned golf architects Ueda Osamu and the late Robert Von Hagge, offering a blend of light and shadow in a quality golfing experience since its opening in 1972. The club emphasizes exceptional facilities and refined hospitality, inviting both members and visitors to enjoy a prestigious golf environment. With a long-standing history and strong ties to the local region, it aims to be a world-class golf destination from Kobe to the world.

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Course Information

Holes

Par

Type

Mountain

Architect

Robert von Hagge

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Programs

Skill-Based Practice Programs for Noble

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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Sand 15–35 Yds From Deep Bunker

Escape successfully, for a 7-handicap player, ~10 minutes.

Short Game~26 min6 HCP5 drills

Precision25%

Dispersion20%

Aim19%

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Save Par On Every Approach

Save par on approaches, for a 16-handicap player, ~15 minutes.

Short Game~26 min15 HCP7 drills

Accuracy31%

Scoring27%

Distance Control18%

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Feel the yardage: control short iron distance

Hit within 2-4 yards, for a 9-handicap player, ~10 minutes.

Driving Range~31 min9 HCP4 drills

Distance Control31%

Scoring25%

Trajectory15%

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Improve Long Iron Accuracy

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

Driving Range~31 min17 HCP3 drills

Distance Control25%

Trajectory22%

Scoring20%

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11 Week Flagship Program for Noble

A complete and progressive long-term development curriculum mapped from easier to harder drills, specifically for Noble. 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≤ 3 days

Short Game · Flop

Hit Flop & Avoid Big Numbers

Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0

Weeks 1–3≤ 7 days

Short Game · Bump'n'Run

Make Par Around the Green

Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0

Weeks 3–5≤ 7 days

Short Game · Bump'n'Run

Square up and send it: perfect alignment for Bump'n'Runs

Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 24.0

Weeks 5–6≤ 6 days

Short Game · Mixed

Land 3–4 Feet From Pin

Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 16.0

Weeks 7–8≤ 7 days

Short Game · Pitch

Save Par On Every Approach

Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 15.0

Weeks 8–9≤ 4 days

Driving Range · Driver

Can you match your swing to the perfect trajectory?

Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 23.0

Weeks 9–10≤ 3 days

Driving Range · Long irons (4,3,2)

Improve Long Iron Accuracy

Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 17.0

Weeks 10–11≤ 3 days

Driving Range · Short irons (9,8)

Short Iron Distance Control

Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 17.0

Week 11≤ 3 days

Driving Range · Mid irons (7,6,5)

Vary your targets and hit within 3-5 yards

Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 17.0

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Flop 25–40 Yds From Bunker Or Fringe

Land softly, for a 4-handicap player, ~10 minutes.

Short Game~26 min4 HCP5 drills

Precision23%

Distance Control22%

Dispersion16%

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Make Par Around the Green

Roll the ball low and straight, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.

Short Game~26 min35 HCP8 drills

Scoring45%

Alignment20%

Aim16%

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Square up and send it: perfect alignment for Bump'n'Runs

Work together for contact, for a 25-handicap player, ~20 minutes.

Short Game~26 min24 HCP7 drills

Alignment34%

Precision20%

Distance Control15%

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Hit Flop & Avoid Big Numbers

Land near hole, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.

Short Game~26 min35 HCP3 drills

Alignment33%

Aim23%

Scoring20%

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Land 3–4 Feet From Pin

Land 3-4 feet away, for a 16-handicap player, ~15 minutes.

Short Game~26 min16 HCP6 drills

Scoring45%

Distance Control32%

Visualization23%

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Short Iron Distance Control

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

Driving Range~31 min17 HCP3 drills

Distance Control27%

Trajectory20%

Scoring20%

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Can you match your swing to the perfect trajectory?

Shape driver flight, for a 24-handicap player, ~20 minutes.

Driving Range~31 min23 HCP4 drills

Trajectory35%

Precision26%

Scoring13%

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Vary your targets and hit within 3-5 yards

Control mid iron rollout, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.

Driving Range30-31 min17 HCP3 drills

Distance Control38%

Scoring25%

Trajectory20%

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Prepare for Tournaments at Noble

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FAQ

Frequently Asked Questions about Noble

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

How difficult is Noble for mid-handicap golfers?

From a scoring perspective, Noble 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 72.

What tees should a 15 handicap play at Noble?

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 Noble?

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 Noble 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 Noble and how should I play it?

Noble is designed as a Mountain 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 Noble 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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