Commit to the stroke, for a 3-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Putting18-30 min2 HCP5 drills
Scoring38%
Precision35%
Green Reading11%
Practice Programs
Complete Golf Practice Blueprint for Kinan Country Club
Discover tailored practice programs for this course.
Total Programs
15
15 complete programs built for this course
Unique Drills
68
Total unique drills across all programs
Skill Pillars
12
Accuracy · Aim · Alignment · Dispersion · Distance Control · Green Reading
Session Durations
6
3 days , 4 days , 5 days , 7 days , 8 days , 9 days
AccuracyAimAlignmentDispersionDistance ControlGreen Reading+6 more
Kinan Practice Profile
We've mapped a comprehensive practice profile for Kinan, 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%Distance Control 23%Aim 19%Precision 17%Alignment 11%
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.
18.5
Average HCP
12.8
Minimum HCP
31.8
Maximum HCP
Top Drills
Featured Drills for Kinan
Most-used drills from for this course. Practice as standalone drills or scroll down for full programs.
Putting30 min
Putting Aid: Alignment Mirror, 50 in a Row
Make 50 putts in a row using an alignment mirror.
Short Game26 min
Chip | Fairway | Above/Below Feet
Hit two buckets of balls (avg. bucket is 40 balls) from the sloped fairway; one bucket with balls above feet level, one bucket with balls below feet level.
Driving Range31 min
Woods (Hy to 3W) | Backswing
Work only on backswing using woods only. Hit one bucket of ~50 balls.
Short Game26 min
Sand | Parallel Ball Lines | Bullseye 2x
Align a bucket of balls in the sand (avg. bucket is 40 balls) into 2 parallel lines 20 balls per line and stop sand shots inside Bullseye. Count the number of balls in the inner and outer Bullseye.
Short Game26 min
Sand | Scattered Piles | Multiple Targets
Up to 5 players compete to stop a sand shot closest to the multiple target(s). The player with the most points wins the challenge. One bucket of balls per player is needed.
Short Game26 min
Sand | Parallel Ball Lines | 9 Stop Zones
Align a bucket of balls in the sand (avg. bucket is 40 balls) into 2 parallel lines 20 balls per line and stop sand shots inside 9 Stop Zones. Count the number of successful stops.
Course Details
Everything you need to know about Kinan.
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
925, Minamidani
Course Description
Kinan Country Club is a golf course located in Inami, Hidaka District, Wakayama Prefecture, Japan. The club is renowned for its fast greens and a mischievous, challenging layout that satisfies advanced players, with meticulous course maintenance. It attracts visitors from distant regions and offers online reservation options via an affiliated system, along with on-site facilities and information about access and events. The management is associated with Tokyo Leisure, reflecting its operations within a broader golf and leisure network in Japan.
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Course Information
Holes
18
Par
72
Type
Parkland
Opened
1976
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Programs
Skill-Based Practice Programs for Kinan
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 15 Programs
% match to course practice profilePractice long putts for distance control, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Putting~18 min17 HCP3 drills
Aim38%
Alignment23%
Stroke22%
Check setup, for a 28-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Short Game~26 min28 HCP5 drills
Alignment32%
Scoring26%
Accuracy19%
Avoid three-putts, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Short Game~26 min35 HCP8 drills
Distance Control24%
Alignment21%
Scoring19%
11 Week Flagship Program for Kinan
A complete and progressive long-term development curriculum mapped from easier to harder drills, specifically for Kinan. Start with the basics and work your way towards more challenging drills. Commit to 11 weeks of training and get in proper shape. Four days counts as a week.
Week 1≤ 3 days
Putting · 6 ft (2m) only
Focus On Pace And Line
Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 17.0
Weeks 1–2≤ 5 days
Putting · 3 ft (1m) only
Make Putts Inside 3 Feet Precisely
Difficulty: Expert · Program HCP 2.0
Weeks 3–4≤ 7 days
Short Game · Chip
Avoid Three-Putts
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Weeks 5–6≤ 7 days
Short Game · Pitch
Land Close To Pin
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 34.0
Weeks 6–7≤ 5 days
Short Game · Chip
Match Clubface to Target
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 28.0
Week 8≤ 3 days
Short Game · Sand
Feel the distance: bunker to different targets and control your rollout
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 24.0
Weeks 8–9≤ 4 days
Driving Range · Woods (Hy,5W,3W)
3-Wood Dispersion Control For Beginners
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Weeks 9–10≤ 3 days
Driving Range · Woods (Hy,5W,3W)
Check your setup: does your swing match the shot?
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Weeks 10–11≤ 4 days
Driving Range · Wedges (LW,SW,GW,PW)
Wedge Distance Control
Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 17.0
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Control driver distance, for a 6-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Driving Range~31 min6 HCP3 drills
Distance Control35%
Scoring23%
Trajectory22%
Hit greens with long irons, for a 1-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Driving Range~31 min0 HCP3 drills
Dispersion25%
Distance Control23%
Accuracy23%
Turn into par saves, for a 21-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Short Game~26 min21 HCP5 drills
Scoring33%
Accuracy24%
Aim22%
Land 2 feet from pin, for a 4-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Short Game~26 min4 HCP9 drills
Distance Control22%
Precision20%
Aim18%
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Get StartedLand 2 feet away, for a 6-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Short Game~26 min5 HCP8 drills
Distance Control30%
Aim15%
Dispersion14%
Keep par safe, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Short Game~26 min34 HCP7 drills
Aim27%
Alignment24%
Scoring23%
Feel the green, for a 25-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Short Game~26 min24 HCP3 drills
Distance Control29%
Dispersion19%
Aim17%
Control distance, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Driving Range31-43 min17 HCP4 drills
Scoring29%
Precision21%
Distance Control20%
Consistent woods contact, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Driving Range~31 min35 HCP3 drills
Mechanics45%
Trajectory28%
Precision27%
Control 3-wood roll, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Driving Range~31 min35 HCP4 drills
Precision31%
Mechanics23%
Trajectory14%
Consistent short iron rollout, for a 9-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Driving Range~31 min9 HCP4 drills
Distance Control31%
Scoring25%
Trajectory15%
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Prepare for Tournaments at Kinan
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 Kinan
Get answers to common questions about playing Kinan and what to expect.
How difficult is Kinan for mid-handicap golfers?
Players often find Kinan 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 Kinan?
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 Kinan?
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 Kinan 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 Kinan and how should I play it?
The course follows a traditional Parkland 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 Kinan 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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