Square feet to the line, for a 12-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Putting~18 min12 HCP3 drills
Alignment37%
Aim25%
Precision12%
Practice Programs
Complete Golf Practice Blueprint for Itako Country Club
Discover tailored practice programs for this course.
Total Programs
17
17 complete programs built for this course
Unique Drills
91
Total unique drills across all programs
Skill Pillars
12
Accuracy · Aim · Alignment · Dispersion · Distance Control · Green Reading
Session Durations
6
3 days , 4 days , 5 days , 6 days , 7 days , 8 days
AccuracyAimAlignmentDispersionDistance ControlGreen Reading+6 more
Itako Practice Profile
We've mapped a comprehensive practice profile for Itako, 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 28%Precision 21%Aim 20%Distance Control 17%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.
20.2
Average HCP
11.5
Minimum HCP
34.5
Maximum HCP
Top Drills
Featured Drills for Itako
Most-used drills from for this course. Practice as standalone drills or scroll down for full programs.
Putting18 min
Putting Aid: Chalk Line, 10/20
Make 10 out of 20 putts over the chalk starting line.
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.
Driving Range31 min
Driver | Left-to-R and Right-to-L Shot
Produce left-to-right and right-to-left shots using driver only. Hit one bucket of ~50 balls.
Driving Range31 min
Driver | Dispersion Corridors
Hit 15 balls to each dispersion corridor using driver only. Hit one bucket of ~50 balls. Count total number of successful shots.
Putting18 min
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.
Putting18 min
Putting Aid: String Line, 10/20
Make 10 out of 20 putts, underneath the hanging string line.
Course Details
Everything you need to know about Itako.
Contact Information
📞
Phone
+44 (0)1250 872622
📠
Fax
+44 (0) 1250 872622
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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
700 Tsuiji
Course Description
Itako Country Club is a golf course located in Itako, Ibaraki Prefecture, Japan. The facility features a 27-hole layout described as flat with varying challenges designed to stimulate strategic play. It offers on-site dining and club facilities, and provides online booking options for tee times. The club is part of the New Japan Tourism group of golf courses and serves regional golfers and visiting players in the Kanto region.
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Course Information
Holes
27
Par
72
Type
Parkland
Opened
1987
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Programs
Skill-Based Practice Programs for Itako
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 17 Programs
% match to course practice profileRead the break accurately, for a 3-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Putting18-30 min2 HCP5 drills
Scoring38%
Precision35%
Green Reading11%
See landing and roll, for a 14-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min14 HCP6 drills
Scoring45%
Accuracy32%
Visualization24%
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Get StartedChip through gate, for a 28-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Short Game~26 min28 HCP8 drills
Aim35%
Scoring18%
Alignment12%
14 Week Flagship Program for Itako
A complete and progressive long-term development curriculum mapped from easier to harder drills, specifically for Itako. Start with the basics and work your way towards more challenging drills. Commit to 14 weeks of training and get in proper shape. Four days counts as a week.
Week 1≤ 3 days
Putting · 9 ft (3m) only
Align Stroke For Every 9 Foot Putt
Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 12.0
Weeks 1–3≤ 7 days
Short Game · Mixed
Make Par Around the Green
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Weeks 3–5≤ 6 days
Driving Range · Wedges (LW,SW,GW,PW)
Control Wedge Roll
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Weeks 5–6≤ 5 days
Putting · 6 ft (2m) only
Stop Missed Mid Putts Accurately
Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 11.0
Weeks 6–8≤ 7 days
Short Game · Chip
Chip Through Gate for Aim
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 28.0
Weeks 8–9≤ 6 days
Driving Range · Woods (Hy,5W,3W)
Stop Missing 3-Wood Fairways
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Weeks 10–11≤ 5 days
Putting · 3 ft (1m) only
Stop 3-Foot Misses On All Shots
Difficulty: Expert · Program HCP 2.0
Weeks 11–12≤ 6 days
Short Game · Sand
Can you stop the ball close from the sand?
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 26.0
Weeks 12–14≤ 7 days
Driving Range · Short irons (9,8)
Stop Missing Greens With Short Irons
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
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Control short iron distance, for a 9-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Driving Range~31 min9 HCP4 drills
Distance Control31%
Scoring25%
Trajectory15%
Control distance inside 100, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Driving Range~31 min35 HCP6 drills
Precision26%
Mechanics22%
Trajectory18%
Align putter head, for a 11-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Putting15-18 min11 HCP5 drills
Aim39%
Scoring16%
Alignment14%
Dial in aim, for a 17-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min16 HCP5 drills
Aim33%
Scoring15%
Accuracy12%
Can you stop the ball close from the sand?
Short Game~26 min26 HCP6 drills
Distance Control30%
Aim17%
Dispersion14%
Check setup, for a 25-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Short Game~26 min24 HCP5 drills
Alignment31%
Accuracy27%
Distance Control23%
Escape successfully, for a 5-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Short Game~26 min4 HCP6 drills
Aim24%
Dispersion23%
Precision23%
Make par, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Short Game~26 min35 HCP8 drills
Scoring44%
Distance Control34%
Visualization22%
Improve driver accuracy, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Driving Range~31 min17 HCP3 drills
Scoring27%
Dispersion20%
Precision17%
Control flight, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Driving Range~31 min35 HCP7 drills
Precision32%
Mechanics26%
Trajectory20%
Improve accuracy, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Driving Range30-43 min17 HCP6 drills
Distance Control26%
Scoring26%
Trajectory18%
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Get StartedHit within 10 yards, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Driving Range~31 min17 HCP5 drills
Dispersion31%
Precision20%
Scoring16%
Control 3-wood roll, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Driving Range~31 min35 HCP6 drills
Precision26%
Mechanics15%
Aim13%
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Prepare for Tournaments at Itako
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 Itako
Get answers to common questions about playing Itako and what to expect.
How difficult is Itako for mid-handicap golfers?
Players often find Itako technically exacting. The 120 slope rating keeps it accessible for developing players. The course rating of 70 reflects on scoring relative to par 72.
What tees should a 15 handicap play at Itako?
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 Itako?
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 Itako and how does yardage affect play?
At a full length of 6500 yards, it balances distance with positional strategy.
What type of course is Itako 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 Itako 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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