Practice Programs

Complete Golf Practice Blueprint for Koga Country Club

Discover tailored practice programs for this course.

Konan, Shiga, Japan

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Total Programs

13 complete programs built for this course

Unique Drills

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 , 8 days , 9 days

AccuracyAimAlignmentDispersionDistance ControlMechanics+4 more

Koga Practice Profile

We've mapped a comprehensive practice profile for Koga, 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

Distance Control 30%Scoring 22%Accuracy 16%Precision 15%Dispersion 14%

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.

18.3

Average HCP

11.2

Minimum HCP

34.1

Maximum HCP

Top Drills

Featured Drills for Koga

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

Putting18 min

Stop the Ball: to the Stick, in a Row [Long]

Stop 5 balls in a row past the hole and short of an alignment stick.

Short Game26 min

Bump-n-Run | Perpendicular Ball Lines | Multiple Targets

Align a bucket of balls next to the green (avg. bucket is 40 balls) into 2 perpendicular lines 20 balls per line and stop bump-n-run shots close to multiple targets. Count the number of successes.

Driving Range31 min

All woods (Hy to Dr) | Progressive Targets Challenge

Complete the Progressive Targets Challenge using woods only. Hit one bucket of ~50 balls.

Putting18 min

Stop the Ball: Circle, Eyes Closed [Long]

Stop the ball inside the circle with your eyes closed.

Putting18 min

Stop the Ball: Circle, in a Row [Long]

Eliminate long distance misses by stopping 5 balls inside the circle, in a row.

Putting18 min

Stop the Ball: to the Stick, Eyes Closed [Long]

Stop the ball between the hole and an alignment stick with your eyes closed.

Course Details

Everything you need to know about Koga.

Contact Information

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Phone

+44 (0)1250 872622

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Fax

+44 (0) 1250 872622

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club@koga-cc.jp

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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

Mikumo

Course Description

Koga Country Club is a golf facility located in Konan City, Shiga Prefecture, Japan. It features an 18-hole championship-style course set amid vast pine woods and natural scenery, offering a tranquil playing environment with seasonal flowers and birdlife. The club provides course information, club guides, and event updates, with reservation options and member resources available through its site. Accessible by nearby expressways, it positions itself as a scenic destination for golf enthusiasts in the Kansai region.

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Course Information

Holes

Par

Type

Parkland

Opened

1966

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Programs

Skill-Based Practice Programs for Koga

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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Make Every 20+ Ft Putt

Practice uphill and downhill putts, for a 1-handicap player, ~10 minutes.

Putting~18 min0 HCP6 drills

Distance Control31%

Visualization31%

Dispersion22%

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Master the art of touch: no more long comeback putts

Master touch, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.

Short Game~26 min35 HCP4 drills

Distance Control39%

Scoring18%

Precision17%

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

Vary landing spot, for a 17-handicap player, ~15 minutes.

Short Game~26 min17 HCP3 drills

Distance Control32%

Accuracy30%

Alignment20%

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Control 3-Wood Roll

Stay on fairways, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.

Driving Range~31 min35 HCP8 drills

Precision28%

Mechanics17%

Trajectory16%

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14 Week Flagship Program for Koga

A complete and progressive long-term development curriculum mapped from easier to harder drills, specifically for Koga. 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≤ 6 days

Putting · Long (20+ ft)

Make Every 20+ Ft Putt

Difficulty: Expert · Program HCP 0.0

Weeks 2–4≤ 7 days

Short Game · Pitch

Keep Par Safe

Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0

Weeks 4–5≤ 4 days

Short Game · Bump'n'Run

Master the art of touch: no more long comeback putts

Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0

Weeks 5–7≤ 7 days

Short Game · Chip

Avoid 3-Putt: Chip Inside Circle

Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 21.0

Weeks 7–8≤ 3 days

Short Game · Pitch

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

Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 17.0

Weeks 8–9≤ 4 days

Short Game · Pitch

Turn pitches into birdie looks—score from the fairway

Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 16.0

Weeks 9–11≤ 7 days

Driving Range · Woods (Hy,5W,3W)

Control 3-Wood Roll

Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0

Week 11≤ 3 days

Driving Range · Long irons (4,3,2)

Long Iron Distance Control

Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 17.0

Weeks 12–14≤ 7 days

Driving Range · Mid irons (7,6,5)

Tighten your game: keep mid irons within 6 yards

Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 17.0

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Long Iron Distance Control

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

Driving Range~31 min17 HCP3 drills

Distance Control25%

Trajectory22%

Scoring20%

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Avoid 3-Putt: Chip Inside Circle

Chip close, for a 22-handicap player, ~20 minutes.

Short Game~26 min21 HCP8 drills

Accuracy32%

Aim17%

Scoring17%

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Keep Par Safe

Pitch to the green, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.

Short Game~26 min35 HCP8 drills

Aim32%

Alignment22%

Scoring18%

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Turn pitches into birdie looks—score from the fairway

Save par clutch, for a 17-handicap player, ~15 minutes.

Short Game~26 min16 HCP4 drills

Scoring34%

Accuracy17%

Precision9%

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Flop 25–40 Yds From Bunker Or Fringe

Flop from bunkers, for a 3-handicap player, ~10 minutes.

Short Game~26 min2 HCP5 drills

Precision35%

Dispersion18%

Aim17%

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Vary your landing spot and see how close you can get

Vary landing spot, for a 17-handicap player, ~15 minutes.

Short Game~26 min16 HCP5 drills

Distance Control35%

Accuracy16%

Aim15%

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Feel the yardage: control short iron distance

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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Can you avoid the rough from 150-200 yards?

Stick to woods line, for a 13-handicap player, ~15 minutes.

Driving Range~31 min13 HCP4 drills

Accuracy29%

Distance Control25%

Scoring21%

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Tighten your game: keep mid irons within 6 yards

Keep within 6 yards, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.

Driving Range30-31 min17 HCP9 drills

Dispersion35%

Precision23%

Scoring15%

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Prepare for Tournaments at Koga

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 Koga

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

How difficult is Koga for mid-handicap golfers?

Koga 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 Koga?

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 Koga?

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 Koga 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 Koga and how should I play it?

Koga 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 Koga 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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