Control pace on every putt, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Practice Programs
Complete Golf Practice Blueprint for Bird Wing Country Club
Discover tailored practice programs for this course.
Total Programs
18
18 complete programs built for this course
Unique Drills
74
Total unique drills across all programs
Skill Pillars
12
Accuracy · Aim · Alignment · Dispersion · Distance Control · Green Reading
Session Durations
5
3 days , 4 days , 5 days , 6 days , 7 days
North Practice Profile
We've mapped a comprehensive practice profile for North, 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
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.
Top Drills
Featured Drills for North
Most-used drills from for this course. Practice as standalone drills or scroll down for full programs.
Putting Aid: Alignment Mirror, 10/20
Make 10 out of 20 putts using an alignment mirror.
Pitch | Parallel Piles | 3 Landing Zones
Align a bucket of balls (avg. bucket is 40 balls) into 10 equal parallel piles of 4 balls and hit-and-land pitch shots inside landing zones. Count the number of successes.
Mid irons (7,6,5) | Backswing
Work only on backswing using mid irons only. Hit one bucket of ~50 balls.
Pitch| Parallel Piles | Bullseye 2x
Align a bucket of balls (avg. bucket is 40 balls) into 10 equal parallel piles of 4 balls and stop pitch shots inside the Bullseye. Count the number of balls in the inner and outer Bullseye.
Putting Aid: Alignment Sticks, Ball Gate, 10/20
Make 10 out of 20 putts from in between two alignment sticks and through the ball gate.
Around the Hole: 4 Ball Circle, 2/4
Make 2 out of 4 putts from [9 ft | 3 m], 5 times in total.
Course Details
Everything you need to know about North.
Contact Information
Phone
+44 (0)1250 872622
Fax
+44 (0) 1250 872622
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Facilities
Location
1321, Makiyama
Course Description
Bird Wing Country Club is a golf club located in Iga, Mie Prefecture, Japan. Opened in 1987, it features a dynamic 27-hole championship course set on expansive hills with well-defined distances and wide fairways, renowned for high-quality green conditions. The club emphasizes a warm, homely atmosphere and gracious hospitality, aiming to provide guests with an enjoyable day of golf. The facility offers course, dining, and member services, with web reservations and visitor-friendly access.
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Course Information
Holes
27
Par
36
Type
Parkland
Architect
Teruo Sugihara
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Programs
Skill-Based Practice Programs for North
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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Showing 18 Programs
% match to course practice profileRead breaks and aim precisely, for a 2-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Pinpoint pitches, for a 12-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Set sights, for a 17-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
10 Week Flagship Program for North
A complete and progressive long-term development curriculum mapped from easier to harder drills, specifically for North. Start with the basics and work your way towards more challenging drills. Commit to 10 weeks of training and get in proper shape. Four days counts as a week.
Putting · 3 ft (1m) only
Practice 3 Ft Putts For Consistency
Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 17.0
Short Game · Sand
Can you fly it out and stop it close?
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 20.0
Driving Range · Mid irons (7,6,5)
Perfect your swing: mechanics for mid iron success
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Putting · 9 ft (3m) only
Target Cup Accurately On All Shots
Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 11.0
Short Game · Flop
Vary your landing spot and see how soft you can land it
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 20.0
Driving Range · Mid irons (7,6,5)
Perfect your swing: mechanics for mid iron success
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Putting · 9 ft (3m) only
Make More Putts Consistently
Difficulty: Expert · Program HCP 3.0
Short Game · Pitch
Turn pitches into birdie looks—score from the fairway
Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 19.0
Driving Range · Short irons (9,8)
How close can you get? Challenge your limits
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 29.0
Maximize in regulation, for a 1-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Reduce misses, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Treat every putt as crucial, for a 4-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Align stance properly, for a 11-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
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Get StartedRepeat putts until consistent, for a 3-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Chip from tight lies, for a 2-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Feel the distance, for a 21-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Pick spot and trust, for a 20-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Up-and-down contest, for a 20-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Perfect mid iron swing, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Get close to pin, for a 29-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Advanced fairway accuracy, for a 1-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Advanced accuracy, for a 1-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Avoid fat or thin shots, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Prepare for Tournaments at North
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 North
Get answers to common questions about playing North and what to expect.
How difficult is North for mid-handicap golfers?
Players often find North technically exacting. 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 North?
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 North?
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 North 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 North and how should I play it?
North 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 North 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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