Capitalize on makeable putts, for a 2-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Putting15-30 min2 HCP4 drills
Scoring29%
Precision25%
Aim21%
Practice Programs
Complete Golf Practice Blueprint for Hokubou Country Club
Discover tailored practice programs for this course.
Total Programs
16
16 complete programs built for this course
Unique Drills
76
Total unique drills across all programs
Skill Pillars
11
Accuracy · Aim · Alignment · Dispersion · Distance Control · Green Reading
Session Durations
5
3 days , 4 days , 5 days , 7 days , 9 days
AccuracyAimAlignmentDispersionDistance ControlGreen Reading+5 more
Hokubou Practice Profile
We've mapped a comprehensive practice profile for Hokubou, 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 26%Precision 22%Distance Control 18%Aim 18%Trajectory 13%
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.
17.2
Average HCP
11.2
Minimum HCP
28.9
Maximum HCP
Top Drills
Featured Drills for Hokubou
Most-used drills from for this course. Practice as standalone drills or scroll down for full programs.
Putting30 min
Putting Aid: Alignment Mirror, 50 in a Row
Make 50 putts in a row using an alignment mirror.
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.
Driving Range31 min
Driver | Ladder Challenge
Complete the Ladder Challenge using driver only. Hit one bucket of ~50 balls.
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.
Short Game26 min
Sand | Parallel Ball Lines | 9 Stop Zones
Align a bucket of balls in the sand (avg. bucket is 40 balls) into 2 parallel lines 20 balls per line and stop sand shots inside 9 Stop Zones. Count the number of successful stops.
Short Game26 min
Sand | Parallel Piles | 9 Stop Zones
Up to 5 players compete to stop a sand 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.
Course Details
Everything you need to know about Hokubou.
Contact Information
📞
Phone
+44 (0)1250 872622
📠
Fax
+44 (0) 1250 872622
✉️Email
info@hokubo-cc.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
3933, Shimonakatsui
Course Description
Hokubo Country Club is a golf facility located in Maniya city, Okayama Prefecture, Japan. The course sits at an elevation of about 430 meters and features a strategic 林間コース (wooded forest course) carved into a karst plateau, offering varied scenery across the four seasons. It has been repeatedly honored as one of the country’s top 100 courses by golf publications and is regarded as a hidden gem in the Chugoku region for golfers seeking a challenging, scenic round.
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Course Information
Holes
18
Par
72
Type
Parkland
Architect
Ishimi Masuta
Opened
1990
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Programs
Skill-Based Practice Programs for Hokubou
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 16 Programs
% match to course practice profileMatch mental image, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min17 HCP3 drills
Scoring32%
Accuracy20%
Visualization19%
Square up, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Short Game~26 min35 HCP3 drills
Alignment35%
Scoring28%
Aim18%
Match swing to trajectory, for a 26-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Driving Range~31 min26 HCP7 drills
Trajectory31%
Precision23%
Mechanics19%
13 Week Flagship Program for Hokubou
A complete and progressive long-term development curriculum mapped from easier to harder drills, specifically for Hokubou. 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.
Week 1≤ 4 days
Putting · 3 ft (1m) only
Make Every Putt Count Accurately
Difficulty: Expert · Program HCP 2.0
Week 2≤ 3 days
Short Game · Bump'n'Run
Get your feet, hips, and clubface working together for pure contact
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Weeks 2–4≤ 7 days
Short Game · Pitch
Land Close To Pin
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 34.0
Week 5≤ 3 days
Short Game · Bump'n'Run
Picture Perfect Roll
Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 17.0
Weeks 5–6≤ 5 days
Driving Range · Short irons (9,8)
Control Short Iron Flight
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Weeks 7–8≤ 7 days
Driving Range · Short irons (9,8)
Pinpoint accuracy: leave yourself a tap-in
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Weeks 8–10≤ 7 days
Driving Range · Woods (Hy,5W,3W)
Stop Missing 3-Wood Fairways
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Weeks 10–12≤ 7 days
Driving Range · Driver
Control the arc: launch it where you want it to go
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 26.0
Weeks 12–13≤ 4 days
Driving Range · Wedges (LW,SW,GW,PW)
Tighten your wedges: keep within 2 yards
Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 17.0
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Control 3-wood roll, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Driving Range~31 min35 HCP7 drills
Precision28%
Aim15%
Trajectory14%
Land softly, for a 4-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Short Game~26 min4 HCP4 drills
Distance Control26%
Precision22%
Aim13%
Keep par safe, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Short Game~26 min34 HCP9 drills
Aim29%
Scoring23%
Alignment19%
Escape successfully, for a 3-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Short Game~26 min3 HCP7 drills
Aim26%
Precision20%
Distance Control18%
Land 2 feet away, for a 5-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Short Game~26 min4 HCP9 drills
Distance Control22%
Aim20%
Precision16%
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Get StartedChip from tight lies, for a 2-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Short Game~26 min1 HCP5 drills
Aim29%
Distance Control19%
Precision18%
Land 3-4 feet away, for a 16-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min16 HCP4 drills
Scoring45%
Distance Control32%
Visualization22%
Eliminate off-target wedges, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Driving Range30-43 min17 HCP4 drills
Scoring34%
Dispersion33%
Precision17%
Thread the gap, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Driving Range30-31 min35 HCP7 drills
Precision30%
Mechanics26%
Trajectory15%
Stop missing greens, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Driving Range~31 min35 HCP5 drills
Precision31%
Mechanics27%
Trajectory16%
Maximize control, for a 1-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Driving Range30-31 min0 HCP7 drills
Scoring29%
Precision18%
Distance Control13%
Control driver distance, for a 6-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Driving Range~31 min6 HCP3 drills
Distance Control35%
Scoring23%
Trajectory22%
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Prepare for Tournaments at Hokubou
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No upcoming tournaments at this time.
FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions about Hokubou
Get answers to common questions about playing Hokubou and what to expect.
How difficult is Hokubou for mid-handicap golfers?
Players often find Hokubou technically exacting. This slope level makes it manageable compared to championship venues. The course rating of 70 reflects on scoring relative to par 72.
What tees should a 15 handicap play at Hokubou?
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 Hokubou?
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 Hokubou and how does yardage affect play?
Stretching to 6500 yards from the back tees, it does not overwhelm length but rewards accuracy.
What type of course is Hokubou and how should I play it?
The course follows a traditional Parkland design philosophy. 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 Hokubou 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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