Practice Programs

Complete Golf Practice Blueprint for Izu Nirayama Country Club

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Total Programs

15 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

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

AccuracyAimAlignmentDispersionDistance ControlGreen Reading+5 more

West Practice Profile

We've mapped a comprehensive practice profile for West, 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%Aim 20%Precision 19%Alignment 18%Accuracy 15%

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.

23.5

Average HCP

12.9

Minimum HCP

40.2

Maximum HCP

Top Drills

Featured Drills for West

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

Putting18 min

Stop the Ball: to the Stick, in a Row [Long]

Stop 5 balls in a row past the hole and short of an alignment stick.

Short Game26 min

Chip | Parallel Piles | 9 Stop Zones

Align a bucket of balls (avg. bucket is 40 balls) into 10 equal parallel piles of 4 balls and stop chip shots inside 9 Stop Zones. Count the number of successful stops.

Driving Range31 min

All woods (Hy to Dr) | Progressive Targets Challenge

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

Driving Range31 min

Woods (Hy to 3W) | Downswing

Work only on downswing using woods only. Hit one bucket of ~50 balls.

Driving Range31 min

Woods (Hy to 3W) | Impact and Follow Through

Work only on 'impact and follow through' using woods only. Hit one bucket of ~50 balls.

Driving Range31 min

Woods (Hy to 3W) | Around the Stick

Curve the ball around the alignment stick using using woods only. Hit one bucket of ~50 balls.

Course Details

Everything you need to know about West.

Contact Information

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Phone

+44 (0)1250 872622

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Fax

+44 (0) 1250 872622

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niragolf@poppy.ocn.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

1613 Naka

Course Description

Izu Nirayama Country Club is a seaside-style golf resort located in Shizuoka, Japan, offering a backdrop of Mt. Fuji and scenic Izunina area views. The club provides multiple courses, dining options at the restaurant, and various facility tours and services for members and visitors. It features regular announcements, weather updates, and practical information on course access and amenities, highlighting its role as a regional golf destination in the Izu region. The site emphasizes resort-style golf experiences with an emphasis on seasonal beauty and local hospitality.

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Course Information

Holes

Par

Type

Parkland

Architect

Shunsuke Kato

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Programs

Skill-Based Practice Programs for West

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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Sink Long Putts Precisely

Sink long putts, for a 9-handicap player, ~10 minutes.

Putting15-18 min9 HCP8 drills

Distance Control43%

Visualization41%

Dispersion12%

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Sink All Short Putts

Perfect aim and stroke, for a 2-handicap player, ~10 minutes.

Putting15-30 min2 HCP6 drills

Scoring35%

Precision29%

Aim14%

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Can you hit your intended line from any lie?

Hit intended line, for a 29-handicap player, ~20 minutes.

Short Game~26 min29 HCP7 drills

Scoring30%

Aim28%

Alignment20%

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Chip Through Gate for Aim

Hit intended line, for a 28-handicap player, ~20 minutes.

Short Game~26 min28 HCP5 drills

Aim39%

Alignment22%

Scoring15%

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14 Week Flagship Program for West

A complete and progressive long-term development curriculum mapped from easier to harder drills, specifically for West. 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.

Weeks 1–2≤ 7 days

Putting · Long (20+ ft)

Sink Long Putts Precisely

Difficulty: Advanced · Program HCP 9.0

Weeks 3–4≤ 6 days

Putting · 3 ft (1m) only

Sink All Short Putts

Difficulty: Expert · Program HCP 2.0

Weeks 4–5≤ 4 days

Short Game · Sand

Sand Shot 5–15 Yds

Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0

Weeks 5–7≤ 7 days

Short Game · Pitch

Can you hit your intended line from any lie?

Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 29.0

Weeks 7–8≤ 5 days

Short Game · Chip

Chip Through Gate for Aim

Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 28.0

Weeks 8–9≤ 5 days

Short Game · Flop

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

Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 27.0

Weeks 9–11≤ 7 days

Driving Range · Woods (Hy,5W,3W)

3-Wood Dispersion Control For Beginners

Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0

Weeks 11–13≤ 6 days

Driving Range · Woods (Hy,5W,3W)

Stop Missing 3-Wood Fairways

Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0

Weeks 13–14≤ 6 days

Driving Range · Driver

Stop Missing Fairways with Driver

Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0

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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 HCP8 drills

Precision28%

Mechanics17%

Trajectory16%

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Stop Missing Fairways with Driver

Control ball flight basics, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.

Driving Range~31 min35 HCP6 drills

Precision29%

Mechanics22%

Trajectory19%

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Visualize the perfect chip, then make it happen

Match plan to shot, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.

Short Game~26 min17 HCP4 drills

Scoring45%

Accuracy30%

Visualization25%

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Turn flops into par saves—score from the sand or rough

Save par clutch, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.

Short Game~26 min17 HCP4 drills

Scoring29%

Aim23%

Accuracy16%

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Chip Close: Leave Inside 3 Feet

Avoid 3-putt, for a 23-handicap player, ~20 minutes.

Short Game~26 min23 HCP9 drills

Accuracy30%

Alignment20%

Distance Control19%

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Sand Shot 5–15 Yds

Escape safely, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.

Short Game~26 min35 HCP4 drills

Scoring21%

Distance Control21%

Alignment19%

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

Open up and fly, for a 27-handicap player, ~20 minutes.

Short Game~26 min27 HCP5 drills

Alignment35%

Aim20%

Scoring16%

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Match Clubface to Target

Match clubface, for a 23-handicap player, ~20 minutes.

Short Game~26 min22 HCP7 drills

Alignment31%

Distance Control22%

Accuracy15%

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Challenge: eliminate wild misses on tee shots

Reduce driver spread, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.

Driving Range~31 min17 HCP4 drills

Dispersion27%

Precision17%

Accuracy16%

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Stop Missing 3-Wood Fairways

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

Driving Range~31 min35 HCP6 drills

Precision25%

Mechanics23%

Trajectory16%

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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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Prepare for Tournaments at West

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 West

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

How difficult is West for mid-handicap golfers?

Players often find West technically exacting. The 120 slope rating keeps it accessible for developing players. The course rating of 70 reflects on scoring relative to par 36.

What tees should a 15 handicap play at West?

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 West?

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 West and how does yardage affect play?

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

What type of course is West 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 West 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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