Practice Programs

Complete Golf Practice Blueprint for Nagano Country Club

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Nagano, Nagano, Japan

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Total Programs

15 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 , 8 days

AccuracyAimAlignmentDispersionDistance ControlGreen Reading+6 more

Takatsuma-Iizuna Practice Profile

We've mapped a comprehensive practice profile for Takatsuma-Iizuna, 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 26%Precision 24%Distance Control 19%Aim 17%Trajectory 12%

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.

16.3

Average HCP

9.6

Minimum HCP

30.6

Maximum HCP

Top Drills

Featured Drills for Takatsuma-Iizuna

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

Putting18 min

Putting Aid: String Line, 10/20

Make 10 out of 20 putts, underneath the hanging string line.

Short Game26 min

Flop | Perpendicular Piles | Quadrants

Up to 5 players compete to stop a flop shot inside the quadrant(s). The player with the most points wins the challenge. One bucket of balls per player is needed.

Driving Range31 min

All woods (Hy to Dr) | Alternate Targets Challenge

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

Short Game26 min

Flop | Parallel Ball Lines | 9 Stop Zones

Align a bucket of balls (avg. bucket is 40 balls) into 2 parallel lines 20 balls per line and stop flop shots inside 9 Stop Zones. Count the number of successful stops.

Short Game26 min

Flop | Parallel Ball Lines | 9 Stop Zones

Up to 5 players compete to stop a flop shot in the stop zone(s). The player with the most points at the end wins the challenge. Up to 80 balls are needed.

Short Game26 min

Flop | Parallel Piles | Quadrants

Up to 5 players compete to stop a flop shot inside the quadrant(s). The player with the most points wins the challenge. One bucket of balls per player is needed.

Course Details

Everything you need to know about Takatsuma-Iizuna.

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

2471 Ageya

Course Description

Nagano Country Club is a golf facility featuring a 27-hole course set on the gentle hills of the Iizuna Kogen highlands at an elevation of 1,120 meters in Nagano City, Japan. The club emphasizes a relaxed, natural atmosphere with courses that blend into the surrounding landscape. It offers multiple courses (Iizuna, Togakushi, Takatsuma) and seasonal operation with updates on events and reservations, attracting both local and visiting golfers seeking alpine scenery and challenging yet approachable play.

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Course Information

Holes

Par

Type

Parkland

Architect

Tomizawa Seizou

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Programs

Skill-Based Practice Programs for Takatsuma-Iizuna

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

Hit putts with both left and right breaks, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.

Putting~18 min17 HCP3 drills

Aim38%

Alignment23%

Stroke22%

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Perfect Every 3 Ft Putt

Sink with precision, for a 2-handicap player, ~10 minutes.

Putting15-30 min2 HCP6 drills

Scoring35%

Precision29%

Aim14%

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Keep Ball Near Hole

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

Short Game~26 min35 HCP3 drills

Scoring44%

Distance Control34%

Visualization21%

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Sand 15–35 Yds From Deep Bunker

Sand from deep bunkers, for a 2-handicap player, ~10 minutes.

Short Game~26 min1 HCP7 drills

Aim22%

Precision19%

Distance Control17%

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12 Week Flagship Program for Takatsuma-Iizuna

A complete and progressive long-term development curriculum mapped from easier to harder drills, specifically for Takatsuma-Iizuna. 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

Putting · 3 ft (1m) only

Perfect Every 3 Ft Putt

Difficulty: Expert · Program HCP 2.0

Week 3≤ 3 days

Short Game · Mixed

Keep Ball Near Hole

Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0

Weeks 4–5≤ 6 days

Short Game · Bump'n'Run

Save Par from Fringe

Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 32.0

Weeks 5–6≤ 5 days

Short Game · Pitch

Save par with a clutch pitch—pressure drill

Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 22.0

Weeks 6–8≤ 7 days

Driving Range · Woods (Hy,5W,3W)

3-Wood Dispersion Control For Beginners

Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0

Weeks 8–10≤ 6 days

Driving Range · Driver

Control Driver Ball Flight

Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0

Weeks 10–11≤ 7 days

Driving Range · Wedges (LW,SW,GW,PW)

How close can you get? Challenge your short game

Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 28.0

Week 12≤ 4 days

Driving Range · Mid irons (7,6,5)

Control the arc: launch and roll as needed

Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 17.0

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Reach the green: consistent length with hybrids and woods

Consistent woods length, for a 7-handicap player, ~10 minutes.

Driving Range30-31 min7 HCP5 drills

Distance Control32%

Scoring18%

Accuracy15%

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Control Driver Ball Flight

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

Driving Range~31 min35 HCP6 drills

Precision29%

Mechanics23%

Trajectory19%

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Land Every Flop Shot Softly

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

Short Game~26 min3 HCP7 drills

Precision30%

Aim20%

Distance Control16%

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Save par with a clutch pitch—pressure drill

Turn into birdies, for a 23-handicap player, ~20 minutes.

Short Game~26 min22 HCP5 drills

Scoring32%

Alignment16%

Distance Control13%

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Land Every Flop Shot Softly

Land softly, for a 3-handicap player, ~10 minutes.

Short Game~26 min3 HCP8 drills

Precision28%

Distance Control18%

Aim14%

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Land Every Flop Shot Softly

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

Short Game~26 min3 HCP5 drills

Precision30%

Distance Control20%

Dispersion13%

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Save Par from Fringe

Save par, for a 32-handicap player, ~30 minutes.

Short Game~26 min32 HCP6 drills

Scoring42%

Alignment18%

Accuracy12%

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3-Wood Dispersion Control For Beginners

Control 3-wood roll, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.

Driving Range~31 min35 HCP8 drills

Precision28%

Mechanics17%

Trajectory16%

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How close can you get? Challenge your short game

Thread the needle, for a 28-handicap player, ~20 minutes.

Driving Range~31 min28 HCP7 drills

Precision29%

Scoring20%

Mechanics19%

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Control the arc: launch and roll as needed

Perfect mid iron flight, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.

Driving Range~31 min17 HCP4 drills

Trajectory30%

Distance Control21%

Scoring21%

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Can you avoid the bunker from 170-210 yards?

Avoid bunkers with long irons, for a 1-handicap player, ~10 minutes.

Driving Range~31 min0 HCP3 drills

Dispersion25%

Accuracy23%

Distance Control23%

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Prepare for Tournaments at Takatsuma-Iizuna

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 Takatsuma-Iizuna

Get answers to common questions about playing Takatsuma-Iizuna and what to expect.

How difficult is Takatsuma-Iizuna for mid-handicap golfers?

Takatsuma-Iizuna presents a demanding test. 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 Takatsuma-Iizuna?

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 Takatsuma-Iizuna?

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 Takatsuma-Iizuna 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 Takatsuma-Iizuna 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 Takatsuma-Iizuna 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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