Practice Programs

Complete Golf Practice Blueprint for Mino Golf Club

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Ikeda, Osaka, Japan

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Total Programs

14 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 , 7 days , 8 days , 9 days

AccuracyAimAlignmentDispersionDistance ControlMechanics+5 more

Mino Practice Profile

We've mapped a comprehensive practice profile for Mino, 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 26%Aim 18%Precision 15%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.

20.4

Average HCP

10.1

Minimum HCP

37.2

Maximum HCP

Top Drills

Featured Drills for Mino

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

Bump-n-Run | Scattered Piles | 3 Landing Zones

Scatter a bucket of balls (avg. bucket is 40 balls) next to the green. Scatter into 8 equal piles of 5 balls and hit-and-land bump-n-run shots inside landing zones. Count the number of successes.

Driving Range31 min

All Wedges (LW to PW) | Strengths Discovery

Discover strengths amongst wedges a go-to shots and clubs worth utilizing. Hit one bucket of ~50 balls.

Short Game26 min

Pitch | Perpendicular Piles | Bullseye 2x

Up to 5 players compete to stop a pitch shot in the bullseye. The best final score relative to PAR wins the challenge. One bucket of balls per player is needed.

Short Game26 min

Pitch | Fairway | Flat

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

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, one bucket with balls below feet level.

Course Details

Everything you need to know about Mino.

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

3-11 Hata

Course Description

箕面ゴルフ倶楽部 is a historic golf club located in Ikeda, Osaka Prefecture, Japan. The club sits in the northern mountains between Ikeda and Minoo, offering a nature-rich course that lets players experience the seasons while golfing. Open since 1959, it is a long-standing destination for golf in the Kansai region, with its course designed by noted designer Ueda Osamu and featuring varied elevations, water hazards, and challenging holes.

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Course Information

Holes

Par

Type

Parkland

Architect

Osamu Ueda

Opened

1960

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Programs

Skill-Based Practice Programs for Mino

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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Bump'n'Run From 5–10 Yds

Use a short swing, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.

Short Game~26 min35 HCP4 drills

Distance Control34%

Scoring33%

Aim11%

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Turn pitches into birdie looks—score from the fairway

Up-and-down contest, for a 19-handicap player, ~15 minutes.

Short Game~26 min19 HCP4 drills

Scoring34%

Distance Control18%

Accuracy16%

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Control the loft: spin and height as needed

Fade or draw wedges, for a 25-handicap player, ~20 minutes.

Driving Range~31 min25 HCP7 drills

Trajectory26%

Precision19%

Mechanics19%

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12 Week Flagship Program for Mino

A complete and progressive long-term development curriculum mapped from easier to harder drills, specifically for Mino. Start with the basics and work your way towards more challenging drills. Commit to 12 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 1–3≤ 6 days

Short Game · Chip

Avoid Three-Putts

Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0

Weeks 3–4≤ 4 days

Short Game · Bump'n'Run

Bump'n'Run From 5–10 Yds

Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0

Weeks 4–6≤ 7 days

Short Game · Pitch

Can you hit your intended line from any lie?

Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 32.0

Weeks 6–7≤ 7 days

Short Game · Pitch

Get square for a pure strike: alignment focus

Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 21.0

Weeks 8–9≤ 6 days

Short Game · Bump'n'Run

Master the art of touch: no more long comeback putts

Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 21.0

Weeks 9–11≤ 7 days

Driving Range · Wedges (LW,SW,GW,PW)

Control the loft: spin and height as needed

Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 25.0

Week 11≤ 3 days

Driving Range · Woods (Hy,5W,3W)

Control the height: launch it high or low as needed

Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 17.0

Week 12≤ 3 days

Driving Range · Driver

Improve Driver Accuracy

Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 17.0

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Control the height: launch it high or low as needed

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

Driving Range~31 min17 HCP3 drills

Precision27%

Scoring22%

Trajectory17%

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Master the art of touch: no more long comeback putts

Master touch, for a 21-handicap player, ~20 minutes.

Short Game~26 min21 HCP6 drills

Distance Control44%

Trajectory11%

Alignment10%

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Can you hit your intended line from any lie?

Dial in aim, for a 33-handicap player, ~30 minutes.

Short Game~26 min32 HCP8 drills

Scoring34%

Aim32%

Alignment23%

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Land Within 2 Feet

Chip from tight lies, for a 2-handicap player, ~10 minutes.

Short Game~26 min1 HCP5 drills

Aim29%

Distance Control19%

Precision18%

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How close can you get from a tough lie? Precision test

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

Short Game~26 min16 HCP8 drills

Precision34%

Aim26%

Dispersion14%

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Avoid Three-Putts

Avoid three-putts, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.

Short Game~26 min35 HCP6 drills

Distance Control26%

Aim20%

Alignment20%

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Get square for a pure strike: alignment focus

Check clubface, for a 22-handicap player, ~20 minutes.

Short Game~26 min21 HCP7 drills

Alignment28%

Accuracy20%

Scoring18%

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Reduce Mid-Iron Misses

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

Driving Range30-31 min17 HCP9 drills

Scoring22%

Distance Control21%

Dispersion21%

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Improve Driver Accuracy

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

Driving Range~31 min17 HCP3 drills

Scoring27%

Dispersion20%

Precision17%

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Feel the yardage: control long iron distance

Hit within 5 yards, for a 7-handicap player, ~10 minutes.

Driving Range~31 min7 HCP5 drills

Distance Control38%

Scoring24%

Trajectory13%

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Prepare for Tournaments at Mino

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 Mino

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

How difficult is Mino for mid-handicap golfers?

From a scoring perspective, Mino challenges consistency. The 120 slope rating keeps it accessible for developing players. The course rating of 70 reflects on scoring relative to par 72.

What tees should a 15 handicap play at Mino?

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 Mino?

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 Mino and how does yardage affect play?

At a full length of 6500 yards, it balances distance with positional strategy.

What type of course is Mino and how should I play it?

Architecturally, it reflects a Parkland style. 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 Mino 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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