Practice Programs

Complete Golf Practice Blueprint for Lions Golf Club

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Kameyama, Mie, 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 · Green Reading

Session Durations

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

AccuracyAimAlignmentDispersionDistance ControlGreen Reading+5 more

Elsa-Shimba Practice Profile

We've mapped a comprehensive practice profile for Elsa-Shimba, 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 25%Precision 21%Aim 19%Distance Control 19%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.

20.7

Average HCP

12.2

Minimum HCP

39.8

Maximum HCP

Top Drills

Featured Drills for Elsa-Shimba

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

Short Game26 min

Flop | Deep Rough and Other | Uphill/Downhill

Hit flop shot two buckets of balls (avg. bucket is 40 balls) from the sloped deep rough and other extreme grass types; one bucket from the uphill slope and one bucket from the downhill slope.

Driving Range31 min

Mid irons (7,6,5) | Quadrants

Hit 12 balls to each quadrant using mid irons only. Hit one bucket of ~50 balls. Count total number of successful shots.

Driving Range31 min

Wedges (LW to PW) | Progressive Targets Challenge

Complete the Progressive Targets Challenge using wedges only. 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.

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

Mid irons (7,6,5) | GIRs Simulation

Simulate X number of GIR (Green in Regulations) using mid irons only. Hit one bucket of ~50 balls. Count total number of greens hit.

Course Details

Everything you need to know about Elsa-Shimba.

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@lions-gc.co.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

Futao-cho

Course Description

Lions Golf Club is a golf facility located in Kameyama, Mie Prefecture, Japan. Nestled against the backdrop of the Suzuka National Park mountains, it offers golfing experiences for beginners through to advanced players, along with club facilities and a restaurant. The site provides online reservation options, course guidance, and information on club operations and access. It presents a traditional Japanese golf destination aimed at both local visitors and traveling golfers.

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Course Information

Holes

Par

Type

Parkland

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Programs

Skill-Based Practice Programs for Elsa-Shimba

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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Escape Every Bunker Successfully

Escape successfully, for a 6-handicap player, ~10 minutes.

Short Game~26 min5 HCP3 drills

Aim30%

Distance Control28%

Precision17%

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Sand Shot 5–15 Yds

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

Short Game23-26 min34 HCP9 drills

Distance Control22%

Aim17%

Scoring16%

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Stop Missed Wedge Shots

Control distance inside 100, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.

Driving Range~31 min35 HCP6 drills

Precision26%

Mechanics23%

Trajectory18%

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Challenge: eliminate off-target mid iron shots

Eliminate off-target mid irons, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.

Driving Range30-31 min17 HCP9 drills

Dispersion35%

Precision23%

Scoring15%

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15 Week Flagship Program for Elsa-Shimba

A complete and progressive long-term development curriculum mapped from easier to harder drills, specifically for Elsa-Shimba. Start with the basics and work your way towards more challenging drills. Commit to 15 weeks of training and get in proper shape. Four days counts as a week.

Weeks 1–3≤ 7 days

Short Game · Sand

Sand Shot 5–15 Yds

Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 34.0

Weeks 3–5≤ 7 days

Short Game · Flop

Can you fly it over the bunker and stop it close?

Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 25.0

Weeks 5–6≤ 6 days

Short Game · Pitch

Feet, hips, shoulders—are you set up for success?

Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 21.0

Weeks 7–8≤ 7 days

Short Game · Bump'n'Run

Land Ball 2–3 Feet From Pin

Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 17.0

Weeks 8–9≤ 5 days

Short Game · Flop

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

Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 17.0

Weeks 10–11≤ 6 days

Driving Range · Driver

Driver Fairway Accuracy For Beginners

Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0

Weeks 11–12≤ 6 days

Driving Range · Wedges (LW,SW,GW,PW)

Stop Missed Wedge Shots

Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0

Weeks 13–15≤ 7 days

Driving Range · Mid irons (7,6,5)

Challenge: eliminate off-target mid iron shots

Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 17.0

Week 15≤ 3 days

Driving Range · Driver

Control Driver Flight Path

Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 17.0

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Land Ball 2–3 Feet From Pin

Land near the pin, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.

Short Game~26 min17 HCP7 drills

Scoring28%

Accuracy25%

Aim18%

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Feet, hips, shoulders—are you set up for success?

Get square for strike, for a 22-handicap player, ~20 minutes.

Short Game~26 min21 HCP6 drills

Alignment29%

Scoring21%

Accuracy18%

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Can you fly it over the bunker and stop it close?

Aim for soft landing, for a 26-handicap player, ~20 minutes.

Short Game~26 min25 HCP9 drills

Aim30%

Scoring19%

Alignment17%

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

Fly over bunker, for a 17-handicap player, ~15 minutes.

Short Game~26 min17 HCP5 drills

Aim31%

Precision24%

Scoring16%

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Driver Fairway Accuracy For Beginners

Control ball flight basics, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.

Driving Range~31 min35 HCP6 drills

Precision29%

Mechanics22%

Trajectory19%

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Land it close: set up par or better every time

Set up par or better, for a 13-handicap player, ~15 minutes.

Driving Range~31 min12 HCP9 drills

Scoring29%

Precision23%

Distance Control14%

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Pin hunter: hit every wedge close to the hole

Leave tap-ins, for a 11-handicap player, ~15 minutes.

Driving Range31-43 min10 HCP6 drills

Scoring32%

Distance Control30%

Accuracy22%

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Control Driver Flight Path

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

Driving Range~31 min17 HCP3 drills

Scoring27%

Dispersion20%

Precision17%

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Turn mid irons into birdies—score from the fairway

Turn into birdies, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.

Driving Range~31 min17 HCP4 drills

Scoring26%

Distance Control21%

Precision19%

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Prepare for Tournaments at Elsa-Shimba

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 Elsa-Shimba

Get answers to common questions about playing Elsa-Shimba and what to expect.

How difficult is Elsa-Shimba for mid-handicap golfers?

From a scoring perspective, Elsa-Shimba challenges consistency. 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 Elsa-Shimba?

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 Elsa-Shimba?

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 Elsa-Shimba 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 Elsa-Shimba and how should I play it?

Elsa-Shimba 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 Elsa-Shimba 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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