Practice Programs

Complete Golf Practice Blueprint for Ikaho Golf Club - Okazakijo Course

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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 , 5 days , 6 days , 7 days , 9 days

AccuracyAimAlignmentDispersionDistance ControlGreen Reading+5 more

Azuma-Otowa Practice Profile

We've mapped a comprehensive practice profile for Azuma-Otowa, 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 25%Scoring 24%Accuracy 20%Precision 18%Dispersion 11%

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.

16.7

Average HCP

9.4

Minimum HCP

32.2

Maximum HCP

Top Drills

Featured Drills for Azuma-Otowa

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

Putting27 min

Stop the Ball: Circle, Three Tees Triangle [Long]

Stop the ball inside the circle.

Short Game26 min

Pitch | Scattered Piles | Bullseye 2x

Up to 5 players compete to stop a pitch shot in the bullseye. The best final score relative to PAR wins the challenge. One bucket of balls per player is needed.

Driving Range31 min

Wedges (LW to PW) | Progressive Targets Challenge

Complete the Progressive Targets Challenge using wedges only. Hit one bucket of ~50 balls.

Short Game26 min

Pitch | Scattered Ball Lines | 3 Landing Zones

Scatter a bucket of balls (avg. bucket is 40 balls) into 8 equal lines of 5 balls and hit-and-land pitch shots inside landing zones. Count the number of successes.

Short Game26 min

Pitch | Deep Rough and Other | Above/Below Feet

Up to 5 players hit 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.

Short Game26 min

Pitch | Rough | Flat

Hit two buckets of balls (avg. bucket is 40 balls) from the flat rough.

Course Details

Everything you need to know about Azuma-Otowa.

Contact Information

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Phone

+44 (0)1250 872622

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Fax

+44 (0) 1250 872622

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okazaki@ikaho-gc.co.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

1301 Okazaki

Course Description

Ikaho Golf Club is a 27-hole golf complex in Gunma Prefecture, Japan, featuring three courses designed by Shunsuke Kato: Otowa, Azuma, and Eboshi. The courses offer a flat layout with spacious fairways and scenic views of the Joshinetsu mountains, providing a comfortable playing environment across the seasons. The club emphasizes accessibility for beginners to high-level players, with a focus on enjoying golf amid the region’s hot spring town atmosphere and cool summer mornings and evenings. Facilities include dining, lodging, and comprehensive club information for visitors and members alike.

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Course Information

Holes

Par

Type

Mountain

Architect

Shunsuke Kato

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Programs

Skill-Based Practice Programs for Azuma-Otowa

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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Control Distance

Work on alignment and starting line, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.

Putting15-27 min17 HCP3 drills

Distance Control32%

Dispersion30%

Accuracy23%

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Hole All 9 Ft Putts

Repeat putts until consistent, for a 3-handicap player, ~10 minutes.

Putting15-24 min2 HCP5 drills

Scoring38%

Precision34%

Aim15%

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Land 3–4 Feet From Hole

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

Short Game~26 min15 HCP7 drills

Scoring25%

Accuracy23%

Distance Control17%

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Pick a landing spot and stick it—pitching challenge

Leave inside 5 feet, for a 14-handicap player, ~15 minutes.

Short Game~26 min14 HCP7 drills

Accuracy30%

Distance Control23%

Scoring19%

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13 Week Flagship Program for Azuma-Otowa

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

Putting · Long (20+ ft)

Control Distance

Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 17.0

Weeks 1–2≤ 5 days

Putting · 9 ft (3m) only

Hole All 9 Ft Putts

Difficulty: Expert · Program HCP 2.0

Weeks 3–5≤ 7 days

Short Game · Pitch

Can you stop the ball close from 30 yards?

Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 17.0

Weeks 5–6≤ 6 days

Short Game · Chip

Chip 10–25 Yds From Rough

Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 17.0

Weeks 6–8≤ 7 days

Short Game · Bump'n'Run

Save Par From Fringe

Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 17.0

Weeks 9–10≤ 6 days

Short Game · Pitch

Save Par On Every Approach

Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 16.0

Weeks 10–11≤ 3 days

Driving Range · Woods (Hy,5W,3W)

Control 3-Wood Roll

Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0

Weeks 11–12≤ 6 days

Driving Range · Wedges (LW,SW,GW,PW)

Control Wedge Roll

Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0

Weeks 12–13≤ 5 days

Driving Range · Long irons (4,3,2)

Center of the green: reduce spread on irons

Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 17.0

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Feel the distance: control your woods rollout

Control woods rollout, for a 12-handicap player, ~15 minutes.

Driving Range30-31 min11 HCP6 drills

Distance Control30%

Scoring20%

Accuracy19%

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Control Wedge Roll

Control distance inside 100, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.

Driving Range~31 min35 HCP6 drills

Precision26%

Mechanics23%

Trajectory18%

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Save Par On Every Approach

Save par on approaches, for a 17-handicap player, ~15 minutes.

Short Game~26 min16 HCP6 drills

Accuracy30%

Distance Control24%

Scoring20%

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Save Par From Fringe

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

Short Game~26 min17 HCP9 drills

Scoring25%

Accuracy19%

Distance Control11%

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Chip 10–25 Yds From Rough

Stick chips near hole, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.

Short Game~26 min17 HCP6 drills

Distance Control25%

Accuracy18%

Alignment17%

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Can you stop the ball close from 30 yards?

Vary landing spot, for a 17-handicap player, ~15 minutes.

Short Game~26 min17 HCP9 drills

Distance Control36%

Precision15%

Scoring12%

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Land Within 2 Feet

Chip from tight lies, for a 2-handicap player, ~10 minutes.

Short Game~26 min1 HCP5 drills

Aim29%

Distance Control19%

Precision18%

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Control 3-Wood Roll

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

Driving Range~31 min35 HCP3 drills

Mechanics30%

Precision29%

Trajectory18%

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Land it soft: consistent length on short shots

Control wedge rollout, for a 14-handicap player, ~15 minutes.

Driving Range30-31 min14 HCP5 drills

Distance Control37%

Scoring32%

Accuracy12%

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Center of the green: reduce spread on irons

Keep within 8 yards, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.

Driving Range~31 min17 HCP5 drills

Dispersion33%

Precision17%

Scoring16%

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Prepare for Tournaments at Azuma-Otowa

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 Azuma-Otowa

Get answers to common questions about playing Azuma-Otowa and what to expect.

How difficult is Azuma-Otowa for mid-handicap golfers?

From a scoring perspective, Azuma-Otowa challenges consistency. 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 Azuma-Otowa?

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 Azuma-Otowa?

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 Azuma-Otowa 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 Azuma-Otowa and how should I play it?

The course follows a traditional Mountain 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 Azuma-Otowa 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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