Practice Programs

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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 · Mechanics

Session Durations

3 days , 4 days , 5 days , 6 days , 7 days , 8 days , 9 days

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Gatsby Practice Profile

We've mapped a comprehensive practice profile for Gatsby, 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 29%Scoring 22%Precision 20%Trajectory 14%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.

Average HCP

7.8

Minimum HCP

31.1

Maximum HCP

Top Drills

Featured Drills for Gatsby

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

Short Game26 min

Flop | Deep Rough and Other | Uphill/Downhill

Up to 5 players 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.

Driving Range31 min

Mid irons (7,6,5) | Opposite Shots Challenge

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

Short Game26 min

Flop | Perpendicular Ball Lines | 9 Stop Zones

Align a bucket of balls (avg. bucket is 40 balls) into 2 perpendicular lines 20 balls per line and stop flop shots inside 9 Stop Zones. Count the number of successful stops.

Short Game26 min

Flop | Perpendicular Piles | 9 Stop Zones

Up to 5 players compete to stop a flop shot in the stop 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

Bump-n-Run | Parallel Ball Lines | 9 Stop Zones

Up to 5 players compete to stop a bump-n-run shot in the stop zone(s). The player with the most points at the end wins the challenge. Up to 80 balls are needed.

Short Game26 min

Bump-n-Run | Scattered Ball Lines | 9 Stop Zones

Scatter a bucket of balls next to the green (avg. bucket is 40 balls) into 8 equal lines of 5 balls and stop bump-n-run shots inside 9 Stop Zones. Count the number of successful stops.

Course Details

Everything you need to know about Gatsby.

Contact Information

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Phone

+44 (0)1250 872622

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Fax

+44 (0) 1250 872622

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gatsby-golf@mail.wbs.ne.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

504-1 Arashiba

Course Description

Gatsby Golf Club is a picturesque golf facility in the Gotemba area of Shizuoka, Japan. The club features a hillside course set at an elevation of about 400 meters with views of Mount Fuji from every hole. It offers course guidance, reservations, a restaurant, and competition events, with a dedicated member area for exclusive access and information.

golf course • fuji view • gotemba region • shizuoka golf • golf tournaments • member access • golf reservations • golf club restaurant • course guidance • competition results • outdoor dining • golf events • golf club facilities • japan golf club • green fee information • private golf club • golf course ambiance • mount fuji scenery • golf course maintenance • mount fuji view • gotemba • shizuoka • tee-time reservations • memberships • clubhouse restaurant • green fees • private club • scenic golf • recreation

Course Information

Holes

Par

Type

Parkland

Opened

1989

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Programs

Skill-Based Practice Programs for Gatsby

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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Flop 25–40 Yds From Bunker Or Fringe

Stop 2 feet away, for a 3-handicap player, ~10 minutes.

Short Game~26 min3 HCP7 drills

Precision30%

Dispersion18%

Scoring17%

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Land 3–4 Feet From Pin

Stick flops to green, for a 17-handicap player, ~15 minutes.

Short Game~26 min16 HCP9 drills

Distance Control21%

Accuracy18%

Alignment16%

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Hit the green with the perfect flight

Fade or draw mid irons, for a 24-handicap player, ~20 minutes.

Driving Range~31 min24 HCP9 drills

Trajectory29%

Precision22%

Scoring16%

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3-Wood Dispersion Control For Beginners

Control 3-wood roll, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.

Driving Range~31 min35 HCP3 drills

Precision31%

Mechanics30%

Trajectory18%

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16 Week Flagship Program for Gatsby

A complete and progressive long-term development curriculum mapped from easier to harder drills, specifically for Gatsby. Start with the basics and work your way towards more challenging drills. Commit to 16 weeks of training and get in proper shape. Four days counts as a week.

Weeks 1–2≤ 7 days

Short Game · Bump'n'Run

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

Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 30.0

Weeks 3–4≤ 7 days

Short Game · Mixed

Visualize the perfect mixed shot, then make it happen

Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 22.0

Weeks 4–6≤ 7 days

Short Game · Flop

Feet, hips, shoulders—are you set up for a high soft shot?

Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 20.0

Weeks 7–9≤ 7 days

Short Game · Flop

Land 3–4 Feet From Pin

Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 16.0

Week 9≤ 3 days

Driving Range · Woods (Hy,5W,3W)

3-Wood Dispersion Control For Beginners

Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0

Weeks 10–11≤ 7 days

Driving Range · Wedges (LW,SW,GW,PW)

Land it softly with the perfect trajectory

Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 26.0

Weeks 12–14≤ 7 days

Driving Range · Mid irons (7,6,5)

Hit the green with the perfect flight

Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 24.0

Weeks 14–15≤ 4 days

Driving Range · Wedges (LW,SW,GW,PW)

Center of the green: reduce spread on wedges

Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 17.0

Weeks 15–16≤ 6 days

Driving Range · Driver

Turn every drive into an advantage—score from the tee

Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 11.0

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Roll Ball To 1–2 Feet

Handle tight lies, for a 3-handicap player, ~10 minutes.

Short Game~26 min3 HCP3 drills

Distance Control45%

Trajectory17%

Dispersion14%

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Feet, hips, shoulders—are you set up for a high soft shot?

Open up and fly, for a 21-handicap player, ~20 minutes.

Short Game~26 min20 HCP9 drills

Alignment27%

Distance Control21%

Accuracy20%

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Visualize the perfect mixed shot, then make it happen

Match plan to shot, for a 23-handicap player, ~20 minutes.

Short Game~26 min22 HCP7 drills

Scoring48%

Distance Control32%

Visualization20%

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Roll Ball To 1–2 Feet

Convert every opportunity, for a 3-handicap player, ~10 minutes.

Short Game~26 min3 HCP4 drills

Distance Control45%

Trajectory19%

Precision15%

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

Square up, for a 31-handicap player, ~30 minutes.

Short Game~26 min30 HCP8 drills

Distance Control26%

Alignment23%

Precision18%

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Land Within 2 Feet

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

Short Game~26 min1 HCP5 drills

Aim29%

Distance Control19%

Precision18%

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Center of the green: reduce spread on wedges

Center green hits, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.

Driving Range30-43 min17 HCP4 drills

Scoring34%

Dispersion33%

Precision17%

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Land it softly with the perfect trajectory

Fade or draw wedges, for a 26-handicap player, ~20 minutes.

Driving Range~31 min26 HCP8 drills

Trajectory27%

Scoring19%

Distance Control18%

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Turn every drive into an advantage—score from the tee

Build drive streaks, for a 12-handicap player, ~15 minutes.

Driving Range30-31 min11 HCP6 drills

Scoring34%

Precision15%

Distance Control12%

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Feel the yardage: control long iron distance

Consistent long iron rollout, for a 7-handicap player, ~10 minutes.

Driving Range~31 min7 HCP5 drills

Distance Control38%

Scoring24%

Trajectory13%

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Prepare for Tournaments at Gatsby

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 Gatsby

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

How difficult is Gatsby for mid-handicap golfers?

Gatsby is regarded as a strategically complex layout. The 120 slope rating keeps it accessible for developing players. The course rating of 70 reflects on scoring relative to par 71.

What tees should a 15 handicap play at Gatsby?

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 Gatsby?

With a course rating of 70 and par 71, a mid-handicap golfer would typically score in the mid to high 80s. Stronger players aiming to break 71 must manage approach shots and avoid penalty strokes.

How long is Gatsby and how does yardage affect play?

At a full length of 6500 yards, it balances distance with positional strategy.

What type of course is Gatsby and how should I play it?

Architecturally, it reflects a Parkland style. 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 Gatsby 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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