Practice Programs

Complete Golf Practice Blueprint for Keihan Country Club

Discover tailored practice programs for this course.

Otsu, Shiga, Japan

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Total Programs

17 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

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

AccuracyAimAlignmentDispersionDistance ControlGreen Reading+6 more

Sotsuka Practice Profile

We've mapped a comprehensive practice profile for Sotsuka, 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

Precision 25%Scoring 24%Distance Control 21%Aim 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.

18.1

Average HCP

9.4

Minimum HCP

Maximum HCP

Top Drills

Featured Drills for Sotsuka

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

Putting18 min

Putting Aid: Plane Board, Ball Gate, 15/25

Make 15 out of 25 putts through the ball gate, using plane board.

Short Game26 min

Bump-n-Run | Scattered Ball Lines | 3 Landing Zones

Scatter a bucket of balls next to the green (avg. bucket is 40 balls) into 8 equal lines of 5 balls and hit-and-land bump-n-run shots inside landing zones. Count the number of successes.

Driving Range31 min

Mid irons (7,6,5) | Left-to-R and Right-to-L Shot

Produce left-to-right and right-to-left shots using mid irons only. Hit one bucket of ~50 balls.

Driving Range30 min

All irons (9 to 2) | General Discovery

Discover tendencies by hitting various ball flights to various distances, using irons only. Hit one bucket of ~50 balls.

Driving Range31 min

All irons (9 to 2) | Opportunities Discovery

Discover opportunities amongst irons undiscovered shots and clubs worth putting to action more often. Hit one bucket of ~50 balls.

Driving Range31 min

All irons (9 to 2) | Weaknesses Discovery

Discover weaknesses amongst irons shots and clubs to avoid in critical situations. Hit one bucket of ~50 balls.

Course Details

Everything you need to know about Sotsuka.

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

525 Oishisotsuka

Course Description

Keihan Country Club is a golf facility located in Otsu, Shiga Prefecture, just about an hour from central Osaka. It features 27 holes across three courses designed to challenge players of all levels, with a reputation for blending natural terrain with craftsmanship. The club hosts regular competitions and offers both member and guest reservations, along with a pro shop and dining facilities. The venue emphasizes accessibility and scenic, natural course layouts suitable for local and visiting golfers in the Kansai region.

27-hole golf • golf competitions • otsu shiga golf • three courses • golfer amenities • pro shop • golf reservations • course design • natural terrain golf • kansai golf • mitsuaki kobayashi design • water feature golf course • club competitions • golf club membership • golf course layout • 滋賀県大津市ゴルフ場 • golf access from osaka • golf course • 27-hole • country club • golf tournaments • clubhouse dining • membership • natural terrain • otsu • shiga • kansai

Course Information

Holes

Par

Type

Mountain

Architect

Mitsuaki Kobayashi

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Programs

Skill-Based Practice Programs for Sotsuka

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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Showing 17 Programs

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Hole Mid-Length Putts

Hit short putts until smooth, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.

Putting~18 min17 HCP3 drills

Aim38%

Alignment23%

Stroke22%

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Reduce Short Putts

Eliminate careless misses, for a 6-handicap player, ~10 minutes.

Putting~30 min6 HCP4 drills

Scoring30%

Precision25%

Aim18%

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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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Pick your spot and trust your swing—bunker aim challenge

Fly out and stop close, for a 17-handicap player, ~15 minutes.

Short Game~26 min17 HCP8 drills

Aim30%

Distance Control20%

Scoring13%

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13 Week Flagship Program for Sotsuka

A complete and progressive long-term development curriculum mapped from easier to harder drills, specifically for Sotsuka. 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 · 6 ft (2m) only

Hole Mid-Length Putts

Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 17.0

Weeks 1–2≤ 4 days

Putting · 3 ft (1m) only

Reduce Short Putts

Difficulty: Advanced · Program HCP 6.0

Weeks 2–4≤ 7 days

Short Game · Bump'n'Run

Lag it close: can you control your rollout every time?

Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 28.0

Weeks 4–6≤ 7 days

Short Game · Chip

Close from Tough Lie

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 7–8≤ 4 days

Driving Range · Mid irons (7,6,5)

Check your setup: avoid fat or thin shots

Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0

Weeks 8–9≤ 5 days

Driving Range · Short irons (9,8)

Control Short Iron Flight

Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0

Weeks 9–11≤ 7 days

Driving Range · Short irons (9,8)

How close can you get? Challenge your limits

Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 31.0

Weeks 11–13≤ 7 days

Driving Range · Mid irons (7,6,5)

Challenge: eliminate off-target mid iron shots

Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 17.0

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Distance Control19%

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Check your setup: avoid fat or thin shots

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

Driving Range~31 min35 HCP4 drills

Mechanics45%

Precision30%

Trajectory25%

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Reduce Mid-Iron Misses

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

Driving Range30-31 min17 HCP9 drills

Scoring22%

Dispersion21%

Distance Control21%

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How close can you get? Challenge your limits

Leave tap-ins, for a 32-handicap player, ~30 minutes.

Driving Range30-31 min31 HCP8 drills

Precision35%

Aim19%

Scoring18%

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Prepare for Tournaments at Sotsuka

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 Sotsuka

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

How difficult is Sotsuka for mid-handicap golfers?

Sotsuka 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 36.

What tees should a 15 handicap play at Sotsuka?

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 Sotsuka?

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 Sotsuka 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 Sotsuka and how should I play it?

Sotsuka is designed as a Mountain 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 Sotsuka 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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