Practice Programs

Complete Golf Practice Blueprint for Laforet & Matsuo Golf Club

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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 · Green Reading

Session Durations

3 days , 6 days , 7 days , 9 days

AccuracyAimAlignmentDispersionDistance ControlGreen Reading+6 more

Laforet & Matsuo Practice Profile

We've mapped a comprehensive practice profile for Laforet & Matsuo, 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 34%Precision 18%Distance Control 18%Aim 15%Trajectory 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.

19.8

Average HCP

10.2

Minimum HCP

33.5

Maximum HCP

Top Drills

Featured Drills for Laforet & Matsuo

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

Putting30 min

Around the Hole: 4 Ball Circle, 50 in a Row

Make 50 putts in a Row from [3 ft | 1 m].

Short Game26 min

Pitch | Rough | Flat

Hit two buckets of balls (avg. bucket is 40 balls) from the flat rough grass.

Driving Range31 min

Long irons (4,3,2) | 3 Landing Zones

Hit 15 balls to each landing zone using long irons only. Hit one bucket of ~50 balls. Count total number of successful shots.

Driving Range31 min

Long irons (4,3,2) | Opposite Shots Challenge

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

Driving Range31 min

Long irons (4,3,2) | Ladder Challenge

Complete the Ladder Challenge using long irons only. Hit one bucket of ~50 balls.

Short Game26 min

Pitch | Fairway | Uphill/Downhill

Hit two buckets of balls (avg. bucket is 40 balls) from the sloped fairway; one bucket from the uphill slope and one bucket from the downhill slope.

Course Details

Everything you need to know about Laforet & Matsuo.

Contact Information

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Phone

+44 (0)1250 872622

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Fax

+44 (0) 1250 872622

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info@matsuogolfclub.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

1563 Hatta, Matsuo

Course Description

Chiba Matsuo Golf Club is a private golf facility located near Tokyo, Japan. The course is designed as a strategic, focus-driven layout with thoughtfully placed hazards and rolling terrain, set within a tranquil, wooded environment that offers seclusion from nearby sightlines. The clubhouse blends traditional Japanese aesthetics with western castle-inspired architecture, featuring a refined space, a willow garden lobby, and private spaces including women’s facilities, creating an upscale ambiance for players. The club also provides dining in its restaurant and practical amenities such as a 40-yard practice area and smart check-in, ensuring a complete high-quality experience for members and guests.

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Course Information

Holes

Par

Type

Parkland

Opened

1993

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Programs

Skill-Based Practice Programs for Laforet & Matsuo

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 Putt Count Accurately

Prioritize short putts, for a 5-handicap player, ~10 minutes.

Putting15-30 min4 HCP7 drills

Scoring34%

Precision25%

Aim16%

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Land Close To Pin

Land close to pin, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.

Short Game~26 min35 HCP7 drills

Aim33%

Alignment31%

Scoring27%

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Land Close To Pin

Keep par safe, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.

Short Game~26 min34 HCP3 drills

Aim36%

Scoring23%

Alignment20%

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Shape the shot: draw or fade with long irons

Control long iron spin, for a 29-handicap player, ~20 minutes.

Driving Range~31 min29 HCP7 drills

Trajectory30%

Precision22%

Mechanics19%

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14 Week Flagship Program for Laforet & Matsuo

A complete and progressive long-term development curriculum mapped from easier to harder drills, specifically for Laforet & Matsuo. 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≤ 7 days

Putting · 3 ft (1m) only

Make Every Putt Count Accurately

Difficulty: Expert · Program HCP 4.0

Weeks 2–4≤ 7 days

Short Game · Pitch

Land Close To Pin

Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0

Weeks 4–5≤ 3 days

Short Game · Pitch

Land Close To Pin

Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 34.0

Weeks 5–7≤ 7 days

Short Game · Bump'n'Run

Turn Tough Lies into Easy Pars

Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 25.0

Weeks 7–8≤ 6 days

Short Game · Sand

Can you stop the ball close from the sand?

Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 24.0

Weeks 9–10≤ 7 days

Short Game · Chip

Avoid 3-Putt: Chip Inside Circle

Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 22.0

Weeks 10–12≤ 7 days

Driving Range · Long irons (4,3,2)

Shape the shot: draw or fade with long irons

Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 29.0

Weeks 12–13≤ 6 days

Driving Range · Long irons (4,3,2)

Hit the green with the perfect trajectory

Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 28.0

Week 14≤ 3 days

Driving Range · Short irons (9,8)

Improve Short Iron Accuracy

Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 17.0

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Maximize Driver Distance

Precision from 200 yards, for a 1-handicap player, ~10 minutes.

Driving Range30-31 min0 HCP6 drills

Scoring29%

Precision20%

Trajectory13%

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Turn Tough Lies into Easy Pars

Beat streaks, for a 25-handicap player, ~20 minutes.

Short Game~26 min25 HCP9 drills

Scoring41%

Accuracy25%

Precision6%

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Avoid 3-Putt: Chip Inside Circle

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

Short Game~26 min22 HCP7 drills

Accuracy35%

Alignment23%

Distance Control19%

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Can you stop the ball close from the sand?

Short Game23-26 min24 HCP6 drills

Distance Control31%

Precision20%

Dispersion12%

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Picture Perfect Roll

Picture the roll, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.

Short Game~26 min17 HCP6 drills

Scoring38%

Accuracy24%

Visualization23%

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Hit the green with the perfect trajectory

Control long iron spin, for a 28-handicap player, ~20 minutes.

Driving Range~31 min28 HCP6 drills

Trajectory31%

Precision21%

Scoring16%

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Improve Short Iron Accuracy

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

Driving Range~31 min17 HCP3 drills

Distance Control27%

Scoring20%

Trajectory20%

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Precision Long Irons

Precision shots, for a 1-handicap player, ~10 minutes.

Driving Range30-31 min0 HCP6 drills

Scoring33%

Precision17%

Distance Control14%

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Reduce Misses With Long Irons

Improve accuracy, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.

Driving Range~31 min17 HCP3 drills

Distance Control25%

Trajectory22%

Scoring20%

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Prepare for Tournaments at Laforet & Matsuo

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FAQ

Frequently Asked Questions about Laforet & Matsuo

Get answers to common questions about playing Laforet & Matsuo and what to expect.

How difficult is Laforet & Matsuo for mid-handicap golfers?

Players often find Laforet & Matsuo 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 Laforet & Matsuo?

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 Laforet & Matsuo?

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 Laforet & Matsuo 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 Laforet & Matsuo 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 Laforet & Matsuo 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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