Align eyes over the ball, for a 11-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Practice Programs
Complete Golf Practice Blueprint for Kawagoe Country Club
Discover tailored practice programs for this course.
Total Programs
14
14 complete programs built for this course
Unique Drills
73
Total unique drills across all programs
Skill Pillars
11
Accuracy · Aim · Alignment · Dispersion · Distance Control · Mechanics
Session Durations
6
3 days , 4 days , 5 days , 7 days , 8 days , 9 days
Middle-West Practice Profile
We've mapped a comprehensive practice profile for Middle-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
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.
Top Drills
Featured Drills for Middle-West
Most-used drills from for this course. Practice as standalone drills or scroll down for full programs.
Putting Aid: String Line, 50 in a Row
Make 50 putts in a row, underneath the hanging string line.
Sand | Parallel Piles | 3 Landing Zones
Align a bucket of balls (avg. bucket is 40 balls) in the sand into 10 equal parallel piles of 4 balls and hit-and-land sand shots inside landing zones. Count the number of successes.
Wedges (LW to PW) | Target Line (Shorter)
Hit to different targets using wedges only. Hit one bucket of ~50 balls.
Putting Aid: Plane Board, Ball Gate, 50 in a Row
Make 50 putts in a row through the ball gate, using plane board.
Putting Aid: Chalk Line, 50 in Row
Make 50 putts in a row over the chalk starting line.
Putting Aid: Alignment Mirror, 50 in a Row
Make 50 putts in a row using an alignment mirror.
Course Details
Everything you need to know about Middle-West.
Contact Information
Phone
+44 (0)1250 872622
Fax
+44 (0) 1250 872622
info@kawagoecc.com
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Facilities
Location
4189 Oya
Course Description
Kawagoe Country Club is a golf club located in Higashimatsuyama, Saitama Prefecture, Japan. The facility operates a golf course with various events and activities for Members and guests, and provides contact information for inquiries. The club emphasizes traditional golf facility operations and maintains a venue suitable for competitions and recreational play. It is registered under Kawagoe Country Club, Ltd. and serves the local region around eastern Saitama.
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Course Information
Holes
27
Par
72
Type
Mountain
Architect
Torakichi Nakamura / Hatsuchi Akira / Otake Toshio
Opened
1963
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Programs
Skill-Based Practice Programs for Middle-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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% match to course practice profilePractice long putts for distance control, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Can you stop the ball close from the sand?
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Get StartedStop close from 30 yards, for a 19-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
12 Week Flagship Program for Middle-West
A complete and progressive long-term development curriculum mapped from easier to harder drills, specifically for Middle-West. Start with the basics and work your way towards more challenging drills. Commit to 12 weeks of training and get in proper shape. Four days counts as a week.
Putting · 6 ft (2m) only
Focus On Pace And Line
Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 17.0
Putting · 3 ft (1m) only
Target Cup Accurately On Every Putt
Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 11.0
Short Game · Bump'n'Run
Bump'n'Run From 5–10 Yds
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Short Game · Chip
Thread Needle: Narrow Landing Zone
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 23.0
Short Game · Flop
Vary your landing spot and see how soft you can land it
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 20.0
Short Game · Sand
Can you stop the ball close from the sand?
Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 18.0
Driving Range · Short irons (9,8)
Perfect your swing: mechanics for short iron success
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Driving Range · Long irons (4,3,2)
Hit the green with the perfect trajectory
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 30.0
Driving Range · Woods (Hy,5W,3W)
Center of the fairway: reduce misses on approach shots
Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 17.0
Precision wedges, for a 1-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Control distance, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Focus on clean contact, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Thread the needle, for a 23-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Sand from longer range, for a 14-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Feel the distance, for a 20-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Perfect short iron swing, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Control long iron spin, for a 31-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Keep within 8 yards, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Control flight path, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Prepare for Tournaments at Middle-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 Middle-West
Get answers to common questions about playing Middle-West and what to expect.
How difficult is Middle-West for mid-handicap golfers?
Players often find Middle-West technically exacting. This slope level makes it manageable compared to championship venues. The course rating of 70 reflects on scoring relative to par 72.
What tees should a 15 handicap play at Middle-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 Middle-West?
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 Middle-West and how does yardage affect play?
Stretching to 6500 yards from the back tees, it does not overwhelm length but rewards accuracy.
What type of course is Middle-West and how should I play it?
The course follows a traditional Mountain design philosophy. 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 Middle-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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