Practice Programs

Complete Golf Practice Blueprint for Japan Village Golf Club

Discover tailored practice programs for this course.

Sasayama, Hyogo, Japan

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Total Programs

18 complete programs built for this course

Unique Drills

104

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

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 30%Accuracy 18%Distance Control 18%Aim 16%Precision 16%

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.

19.9

Average HCP

10.3

Minimum HCP

35.6

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

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 | Perpendicular Piles | Bullseye 2x

Align a bucket of balls next to the green (avg. bucket is 40 balls) into 10 equal perpendicular piles of 4 balls and stop bump-n-run shots inside Bullseye. Count the number of balls in the inner and outer Bullseye.

Driving Range31 min

Driver | Low/Mid/High Shot

Produce low/mid/high shots using driver only. Hit one bucket of ~50 balls.

Short Game26 min

Chip | Deep Rough and Other | Above/Below Feet

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.

Putting30 min

Putting Aid: Chalk Line, 50 in Row

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

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.

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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info@japanvgc.com

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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

Kondacho

Course Description

Japan Village Golf Club is a 27-hole golf course located in Sasayama, Hyogo Prefecture, Japan. The course, praised for its expansive terrain and natural beauty, was designed by renowned designer Kobayashi Yukichi to challenge players and stimulate a high level of play. The facility offers various amenities and access via the Maizuru-Wakasa Expressway, providing convenient travel for visitors from nearby regions. The club maintains an online presence with course information, news updates, and reservation options for both members and guests.

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Course Information

Holes

Par

Type

Parkland

Architect

Kobayashi Yukichi

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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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Focus Aim For 3 Foot Putts

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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Pace Putts To Hole

Hit putts with both left and right breaks, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.

Putting~18 min17 HCP3 drills

Aim38%

Alignment23%

Stroke22%

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Check your clubface: does it match your target?

Set up for high shot, for a 21-handicap player, ~20 minutes.

Short Game~26 min20 HCP9 drills

Alignment30%

Accuracy21%

Distance Control20%

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Check your clubface: does it match your target?

Set up for success, for a 26-handicap player, ~20 minutes.

Short Game~26 min25 HCP6 drills

Alignment29%

Scoring25%

Aim17%

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13 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 13 weeks of training and get in proper shape. Four days counts as a week.

Week 1≤ 3 days

Putting · 9 ft (3m) only

Pace Putts To Hole

Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 17.0

Weeks 1–2≤ 5 days

Putting · 3 ft (1m) only

Focus Aim For 3 Foot Putts

Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 11.0

Week 3≤ 4 days

Short Game · Bump'n'Run

Get your feet, hips, and clubface working together for pure contact

Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 30.0

Weeks 4–5≤ 6 days

Short Game · Pitch

Check your clubface: does it match your target?

Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 25.0

Weeks 5–7≤ 7 days

Short Game · Bump'n'Run

Turn Tough Lies into Easy Pars

Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 23.0

Weeks 7–8≤ 6 days

Driving Range · Long irons (4,3,2)

Eliminate Hook With Long Irons

Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0

Week 9≤ 3 days

Driving Range · Wedges (LW,SW,GW,PW)

Feet, hips, shoulders—consistent contact

Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0

Weeks 9–11≤ 6 days

Driving Range · Driver

Stop Missing Fairways with Driver

Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0

Weeks 11–13≤ 7 days

Driving Range · Mid irons (7,6,5)

Hit the green with the perfect flight

Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 23.0

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Stop Missing Fairways with Driver

Stop missing fairways, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.

Driving Range~31 min35 HCP6 drills

Precision29%

Mechanics22%

Trajectory19%

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Feel the distance: control your woods rollout

Hit varying targets, for a 12-handicap player, ~15 minutes.

Driving Range30-31 min11 HCP6 drills

Distance Control30%

Scoring20%

Accuracy19%

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Turn bunker shots into par saves—score from the sand

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

Short Game~26 min14 HCP9 drills

Scoring33%

Accuracy23%

Aim18%

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Turn Tough Lies into Easy Pars

Beat streaks, for a 24-handicap player, ~20 minutes.

Short Game~26 min23 HCP8 drills

Scoring41%

Accuracy17%

Distance Control12%

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Get your feet, hips, and clubface working together for pure contact

Square up, for a 31-handicap player, ~30 minutes.

Short Game~26 min30 HCP4 drills

Distance Control35%

Alignment31%

Accuracy9%

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Up-and-Down Contest

Save par clutch, for a 20-handicap player, ~15 minutes.

Short Game~26 min19 HCP7 drills

Scoring31%

Accuracy18%

Aim16%

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Visualize the perfect chip, then make it happen

Visualize perfect chip, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.

Short Game~26 min17 HCP4 drills

Scoring45%

Accuracy30%

Visualization25%

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Vary your landing spot and see how close you can get

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

Short Game~26 min17 HCP5 drills

Distance Control39%

Accuracy23%

Alignment16%

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Eliminate Hook With Long Irons

Stop missing greens, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.

Driving Range~31 min35 HCP6 drills

Precision31%

Mechanics23%

Aim14%

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Feet, hips, shoulders—consistent contact

Consistent wedge contact, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.

Driving Range~31 min35 HCP3 drills

Mechanics45%

Precision28%

Trajectory27%

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Precision Mid-Irons

Advanced accuracy, for a 1-handicap player, ~10 minutes.

Driving Range~31 min0 HCP5 drills

Scoring26%

Dispersion18%

Accuracy16%

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Precision Long Irons

Maximize in regulation, for a 1-handicap player, ~10 minutes.

Driving Range30-31 min0 HCP8 drills

Scoring32%

Precision16%

Distance Control14%

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Control Driver Flight Path

Improve driver accuracy, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.

Driving Range~31 min17 HCP3 drills

Scoring27%

Dispersion20%

Precision17%

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Hit the green with the perfect flight

Perfect mid iron flight, for a 23-handicap player, ~20 minutes.

Driving Range~31 min23 HCP9 drills

Trajectory26%

Distance Control20%

Scoring18%

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Prepare for Tournaments at West

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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?

West is regarded as a strategically complex layout. With a slope of 120, it remains playable for a wide handicap range. 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?

Measuring 6500 yards at maximum length, scoring depends more on placement than raw power.

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

West is designed as a Parkland layout. 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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