Practice Programs

Complete Golf Practice Blueprint for Izumigaoka Country Club

Discover tailored practice programs for this course.

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Total Programs

16 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

AccuracyAimAlignmentDispersionDistance ControlMechanics+5 more

Katsuragi Practice Profile

We've mapped a comprehensive practice profile for Katsuragi, 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 31%Precision 19%Aim 18%Distance Control 17%Accuracy 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.

20.7

Average HCP

11.1

Minimum HCP

34.1

Maximum HCP

Top Drills

Featured Drills for Katsuragi

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

Putting30 min

Putting Aid: Chalk Line, 50 in Row

Make 50 putts in a row over the chalk starting line.

Short Game26 min

Bump-n-Run | Deep Rough and Other | Above/Below Feet

Hit bump-n-run shot 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, one bucket with balls below feet level.

Driving Range31 min

Short irons (9,8) | Downswing

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

Putting30 min

Putting Aid: Plane Board, Ball Gate, 50 in a Row

Make 50 putts in a row through the ball gate, using plane board.

Putting18 min

Putting Aid: String Line, 50 in a Row

Make 50 putts in a row, underneath the hanging string line.

Short Game26 min

Bump-n-Run | Deep Rough and Other | Flat

Hit bump-n-run shot two buckets of balls (avg. bucket is 40 balls) from the flat deep rough and other extreme grass types.

Course Details

Everything you need to know about Katsuragi.

Contact Information

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Phone

+44 (0)1250 872622

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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

2990-226 Toyoda

Course Description

Izumigaoka Country Club is a member-focused golf facility located near Osaka, Japan. The club features three 9-hole courses—Katsuragi, Iwawaki, and Kongoh—comprising 27 holes on a expansive hill terrain designed to balance boldness and finesse. It emphasizes high-quality course conditions and a strategic challenge that appeals to both competitive and recreational players in the surrounding metropolitan area.

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Course Information

Holes

Par

Type

Mountain

Architect

Miyazawa Chohei

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Programs

Skill-Based Practice Programs for Katsuragi

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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Practice 3 Ft Putts For Consistency

Focus on alignment, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.

Putting18-30 min17 HCP3 drills

Aim32%

Stroke28%

Alignment23%

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Target Cup Accurately On Every Putt

Visualize the path to the hole, for a 11-handicap player, ~15 minutes.

Putting15-30 min11 HCP5 drills

Aim36%

Stroke17%

Alignment14%

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Visualize the perfect pitch, then make it happen

See landing and roll, for a 14-handicap player, ~15 minutes.

Short Game~26 min14 HCP6 drills

Scoring45%

Accuracy32%

Visualization24%

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Bump'n'Run From 5–10 Yds

Focus on clean contact, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.

Short Game~26 min35 HCP9 drills

Scoring25%

Distance Control25%

Alignment18%

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14 Week Flagship Program for Katsuragi

A complete and progressive long-term development curriculum mapped from easier to harder drills, specifically for Katsuragi. 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 · 3 ft (1m) only

Practice 3 Ft Putts For Consistency

Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 17.0

Weeks 1–2≤ 5 days

Putting · 3 ft (1m) only

Target Cup Accurately On Every Putt

Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 11.0

Weeks 3–5≤ 7 days

Short Game · Bump'n'Run

Bump'n'Run From 5–10 Yds

Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0

Weeks 5–7≤ 7 days

Short Game · Bump'n'Run

Visualize your line, then make it happen on every shot

Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 33.0

Weeks 7–8≤ 6 days

Short Game · Flop

Pick your landing spot and trust your swing—flop shot challenge

Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 29.0

Weeks 9–10≤ 7 days

Short Game · Chip

Turn Chips into Birdie Chances

Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 26.0

Week 11≤ 4 days

Driving Range · Short irons (9,8)

Check your setup: avoid slices and hooks

Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0

Weeks 12–13≤ 5 days

Driving Range · Wedges (LW,SW,GW,PW)

How close can you get? Challenge your short game

Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 28.0

Weeks 13–14≤ 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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Check your setup: avoid slices and hooks

Avoid slices and hooks, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.

Driving Range~31 min35 HCP4 drills

Mechanics45%

Precision29%

Trajectory26%

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Driver Distance Consistency 200+ Yards

Control flight path, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.

Driving Range~31 min17 HCP3 drills

Scoring27%

Dispersion20%

Precision17%

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Land 2–3 Feet From Hole

Sand from longer range, for a 14-handicap player, ~15 minutes.

Short Game~26 min14 HCP7 drills

Distance Control21%

Precision19%

Scoring15%

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Visualize your line, then make it happen on every shot

Pick your spot, for a 33-handicap player, ~30 minutes.

Short Game~26 min33 HCP9 drills

Aim26%

Scoring23%

Alignment22%

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Turn Chips into Birdie Chances

Save par clutch, for a 26-handicap player, ~20 minutes.

Short Game~26 min26 HCP8 drills

Scoring34%

Aim19%

Accuracy16%

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Pick your landing spot and trust your swing—flop shot challenge

Aim for soft landing, for a 29-handicap player, ~20 minutes.

Short Game~26 min29 HCP6 drills

Aim25%

Scoring25%

Alignment24%

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Feel the distance: pitch to different targets and control your rollout

Stop close from 30 yards, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.

Short Game~26 min17 HCP9 drills

Distance Control29%

Precision18%

Accuracy17%

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Land 2–3 Feet From Pin

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

Short Game~26 min17 HCP3 drills

Precision24%

Scoring18%

Trajectory15%

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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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Challenge: eliminate off-target wedge shots

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

Driving Range30-43 min17 HCP4 drills

Scoring34%

Dispersion33%

Precision17%

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Precision Mid-Irons

Precision mid-irons, for a 1-handicap player, ~10 minutes.

Driving Range~31 min0 HCP5 drills

Scoring25%

Distance Control24%

Precision18%

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How close can you get? Challenge your short game

Thread the needle, for a 28-handicap player, ~20 minutes.

Driving Range~31 min28 HCP5 drills

Precision31%

Mechanics18%

Scoring12%

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Prepare for Tournaments at Katsuragi

Follow a complete multi-week structured practice program ahead of the upcoming events and arrive prepared.

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FAQ

Frequently Asked Questions about Katsuragi

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

How difficult is Katsuragi for mid-handicap golfers?

From a scoring perspective, Katsuragi challenges consistency. 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 Katsuragi?

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 Katsuragi?

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 Katsuragi and how does yardage affect play?

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

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

Architecturally, it reflects a Mountain 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 Katsuragi 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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