Practice Programs

Complete Golf Practice Blueprint for Lakewood Golf Club

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Naka, Kanagawa, Japan

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Total Programs

16 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 , 5 days , 6 days , 7 days , 8 days , 9 days

AccuracyAimAlignmentDispersionDistance ControlGreen Reading+6 more

East Practice Profile

We've mapped a comprehensive practice profile for East, 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 23%Aim 17%Trajectory 17%Distance Control 16%

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.

21.1

Average HCP

12.6

Minimum HCP

32.5

Maximum HCP

Top Drills

Featured Drills for East

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, 10/20

Make 10 out of 20 putts through the ball gate, using plane board.

Short Game26 min

Pitch | Deep Rough and Other | Above/Below Feet

Hit two buckets of balls (avg. bucket is 40 balls) from the sloped deep rough and other extreme grass types; one bucket with balls above feet level, and one bucket with balls below feet level.

Driving Range31 min

All irons (9 to 2) | Progressive Targets Challenge

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

Short Game26 min

Pitch | 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, and one bucket with balls below feet level.

Short Game26 min

Pitch | Rough | Above/Below Feet

Hit two buckets of balls (avg. bucket is 40 balls) from the sloped rough grass; one bucket with balls above feet level, and one bucket with balls below feet level.

Driving Range31 min

Mid irons (7,6,5) | Low/Mid/High Shot

Produce low/mid/high shots using mid irons only. Hit one bucket of ~50 balls.

Course Details

Everything you need to know about East.

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

169 Kuroiwa, Oiso-machi

Course Description

Lakewood Corporation operates and manages three golf facilities in Japan: Lakewood Golf Club in Kanagawa, Hiratsuka Fujimi Country Club in Kanagawa, and Lakewood Golf Club Sun Park Ameno Course in Yamanashi. The company oversees course administration, maintenance, and guest services across these locations, showcasing strategically designed layouts set among scenic coastal hills and mountains. With a focus on delivering quality golfing experiences, Lakewood Corporation serves golfers in the Kanagawa and Yamanashi regions through its family of courses.

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Course Information

Holes

Par

Type

Parkland

Architect

Theodore G Robinson

Opened

1970

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Programs

Skill-Based Practice Programs for East

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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Sink Mid-Distance Putts

Focus on ball roll and finish position, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.

Putting~18 min17 HCP3 drills

Aim38%

Alignment23%

Stroke22%

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Make Putts Inside 3 Feet Precisely

Read the break accurately, for a 3-handicap player, ~10 minutes.

Putting18-30 min2 HCP5 drills

Scoring38%

Precision35%

Green Reading11%

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Sand 15–35 Yds From Deep Bunker

Escape successfully, for a 2-handicap player, ~10 minutes.

Short Game~26 min1 HCP5 drills

Aim21%

Distance Control19%

Precision19%

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Land 3–4 Feet From Hole

Save par on approaches, for a 16-handicap player, ~15 minutes.

Short Game~26 min15 HCP9 drills

Accuracy32%

Scoring19%

Distance Control16%

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13 Week Flagship Program for East

A complete and progressive long-term development curriculum mapped from easier to harder drills, specifically for East. 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 · 9 ft (3m) only

Sink Mid-Distance Putts

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 · Flop

Hit Flop & Avoid Big Numbers

Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0

Weeks 5–6≤ 7 days

Short Game · Flop

Pick your landing spot and trust your swing—flop shot challenge

Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 21.0

Week 7≤ 3 days

Short Game · Bump'n'Run

How close can you get? Challenge your short game limits

Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 17.0

Weeks 7–9≤ 7 days

Driving Range · Long irons (4,3,2)

Control Long Iron Flight

Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0

Weeks 9–11≤ 7 days

Driving Range · Mid irons (7,6,5)

Improve Mid-Iron Accuracy

Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0

Weeks 11–12≤ 3 days

Driving Range · Woods (Hy,5W,3W)

Perfect your swing: mechanics for woods success

Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0

Weeks 12–13≤ 5 days

Driving Range · Mid irons (7,6,5)

Stop Missing Greens With Mid Irons

Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0

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Control Long Iron Flight

Eliminate hooks, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.

Driving Range~31 min35 HCP7 drills

Precision33%

Mechanics19%

Aim16%

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Thread the gap: precision short irons to the pin

Thread the gap, for a 33-handicap player, ~30 minutes.

Driving Range~31 min32 HCP8 drills

Precision34%

Mechanics23%

Trajectory13%

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How close can you get? Challenge your short game limits

Pinpoint accuracy, for a 17-handicap player, ~15 minutes.

Short Game~26 min17 HCP3 drills

Precision27%

Alignment23%

Scoring15%

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Pick your landing spot and trust your swing—flop shot challenge

Fly over bunker, for a 22-handicap player, ~20 minutes.

Short Game25-26 min21 HCP8 drills

Aim29%

Distance Control18%

Alignment13%

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See your pitch landing and rolling out—then execute

Match plan to shot, for a 14-handicap player, ~15 minutes.

Short Game~26 min14 HCP6 drills

Scoring45%

Accuracy32%

Visualization24%

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Hit Flop & Avoid Big Numbers

Flop from sand, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.

Short Game~26 min35 HCP8 drills

Scoring25%

Aim24%

Alignment22%

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Land 3–4 Feet From Pin

Stick flops to green, for a 16-handicap player, ~15 minutes.

Short Game~26 min16 HCP5 drills

Distance Control24%

Accuracy23%

Alignment17%

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Improve Mid-Iron Accuracy

Control distance 150-180, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.

Driving Range~31 min35 HCP9 drills

Precision28%

Mechanics20%

Trajectory16%

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Perfect your swing: mechanics for woods success

Match swing to shot, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.

Driving Range~31 min35 HCP3 drills

Mechanics45%

Trajectory28%

Precision27%

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Master the art of length: no more short or over drives

Reach target zones, for a 6-handicap player, ~10 minutes.

Driving Range~31 min6 HCP3 drills

Distance Control35%

Scoring23%

Trajectory22%

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Long Iron Distance Control

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

Driving Range~31 min17 HCP3 drills

Distance Control25%

Trajectory22%

Scoring20%

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Stop Missing Greens With Mid Irons

Stop missing greens, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.

Driving Range~31 min35 HCP5 drills

Precision26%

Trajectory19%

Mechanics18%

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Prepare for Tournaments at East

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FAQ

Frequently Asked Questions about East

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

How difficult is East for mid-handicap golfers?

Players often find East technically exacting. 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 East?

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 East?

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 East 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 East and how should I play it?

East 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 East 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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