Practice Programs

Complete Golf Practice Blueprint for Joyo Country Club

Discover tailored practice programs for this 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

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

AccuracyAimAlignmentDispersionDistance ControlGreen Reading+5 more

Joso Practice Profile

We've mapped a comprehensive practice profile for Joso, 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 27%Precision 21%Distance Control 21%Accuracy 14%Dispersion 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.

12.4

Average HCP

6.8

Minimum HCP

Maximum HCP

Top Drills

Featured Drills for Joso

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

Putting18 min

Single Tee, 10/20

Make 10 out of 20 putts.

Short Game26 min

Sand | Perpendicular Ball Lines | 9 Stop Zones

Align a bucket of balls in the sand (avg. bucket is 40 balls) into 2 perpendicular lines 20 balls per line and stop sand shots inside 9 Stop Zones. Count the number of successful stops.

Driving Range31 min

Driver | Opposite Shots Challenge

Complete the Opposite Shots Challenge using driver only. Hit one bucket of ~50 balls.

Putting15 min

One Handed, Ball Gate, 5 in a Row

Make 5 putts in a row, one-handed through the ball gate.

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.

Putting24 min

Around the Hole: 8 Ball Circle, 3/8

Make 3 out of 8 putts from [9 ft | 3 m], 5 times in total.

Course Details

Everything you need to know about Joso.

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

15 Higashihara

Course Description

JOYO COUNTRY CLUB is a golf club located in Japan featuring a woodland-style course with fairways inspired by the Seto Inland Sea, offering scenic seasonal flowers and a strategic layout. The course is designed for walkers, with low height differences and bunkers reminiscent of seaside landscapes, providing a comfortable round for players of varying ages. It hosts regular competitive events and has facilities including a restaurant and guest services, with information available in Japanese and English. The club emphasizes a holistic golf experience in a coastal inland setting, inviting visitors to enjoy both the course and surrounding scenery.

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Course Information

Holes

Par

Type

Parkland

Architect

Izumi Ikkai

Opened

1961

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Programs

Skill-Based Practice Programs for Joso

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 On Green Reading

Practice line and speed, for a 2-handicap player, ~10 minutes.

Putting15-24 min2 HCP5 drills

Precision35%

Scoring33%

Aim15%

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Hole All 9 Ft Putts

Practice line and speed, for a 3-handicap player, ~10 minutes.

Putting15-24 min2 HCP6 drills

Scoring36%

Precision34%

Aim13%

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Escape Every Bunker Successfully

Escape successfully, for a 7-handicap player, ~10 minutes.

Short Game~26 min6 HCP7 drills

Dispersion21%

Distance Control18%

Precision17%

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Stick Every High Flop To Green

Stick flops to green, for a 17-handicap player, ~15 minutes.

Short Game~26 min16 HCP9 drills

Distance Control27%

Scoring21%

Accuracy15%

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14 Week Flagship Program for Joso

A complete and progressive long-term development curriculum mapped from easier to harder drills, specifically for Joso. 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≤ 5 days

Putting · 9 ft (3m) only

Focus On Green Reading

Difficulty: Expert · Program HCP 2.0

Weeks 2–3≤ 6 days

Putting · 9 ft (3m) only

Hole All 9 Ft Putts

Difficulty: Expert · Program HCP 2.0

Weeks 3–5≤ 6 days

Short Game · Bump'n'Run

Bump'n'Run From 5–10 Yds

Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0

Weeks 5–6≤ 6 days

Short Game · Pitch

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

Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 20.0

Weeks 6–7≤ 4 days

Short Game · Bump'n'Run

Bump'n'Run 10–20 Yds

Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 17.0

Weeks 7–9≤ 7 days

Short Game · Flop

Stick Every High Flop To Green

Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 16.0

Weeks 10–11≤ 6 days

Driving Range · Mid irons (7,6,5)

Mid-Iron Distance Control 150–180 Yards

Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0

Weeks 11–12≤ 5 days

Driving Range · Long irons (4,3,2)

Challenge: eliminate wild misses on long approaches

Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 17.0

Weeks 12–14≤ 6 days

Driving Range · Driver

Driver Fairway Accuracy Advanced

Difficulty: Expert · Program HCP 0.0

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Challenge: eliminate wild misses on long approaches

Eliminate wild misses, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.

Driving Range~31 min17 HCP5 drills

Dispersion33%

Precision17%

Scoring16%

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Driver Fairway Accuracy Advanced

Maximize driver distance, for a 1-handicap player, ~10 minutes.

Driving Range30-31 min0 HCP6 drills

Scoring29%

Precision20%

Trajectory13%

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

Vary landing spot, for a 20-handicap player, ~20 minutes.

Short Game~26 min20 HCP6 drills

Distance Control29%

Accuracy27%

Alignment23%

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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 HCP9 drills

Accuracy35%

Scoring19%

Alignment15%

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Bump'n'Run 10–20 Yds

Land near the pin, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.

Short Game~26 min17 HCP4 drills

Scoring23%

Aim21%

Distance Control21%

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Bump'n'Run From 5–10 Yds

Use a short swing, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.

Short Game~26 min35 HCP6 drills

Scoring29%

Distance Control25%

Alignment18%

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Bump'n'Run 15–25 Yds From Tight Lies

Convert every opportunity, for a 3-handicap player, ~10 minutes.

Short Game~26 min3 HCP4 drills

Distance Control45%

Trajectory19%

Precision15%

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Mid-Iron Distance Control 150–180 Yards

Control distance 150-180, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.

Driving Range~31 min35 HCP6 drills

Precision27%

Mechanics23%

Trajectory19%

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Driver Fairway Accuracy Advanced

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

Driving Range30-31 min0 HCP6 drills

Scoring29%

Precision20%

Trajectory13%

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Maximize Short Irons In Regulation

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

Driving Range30-31 min0 HCP6 drills

Scoring33%

Precision16%

Dispersion15%

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Prepare for Tournaments at Joso

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 Joso

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

How difficult is Joso for mid-handicap golfers?

Joso presents a demanding test. With a slope of 120, it remains playable for a wide handicap range. The course rating of 70 reflects on scoring relative to par 72.

What tees should a 15 handicap play at Joso?

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 Joso?

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 Joso 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 Joso and how should I play it?

Joso 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 Joso 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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