Practice Programs

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Iwate, Iwate, Japan

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Total Programs

18 complete programs built for this course

Unique Drills

105

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 , 8 days , 9 days

AccuracyAimAlignmentDispersionDistance ControlGreen Reading+6 more

Himekami San - Kitakami Gawa Practice Profile

We've mapped a comprehensive practice profile for Himekami San - Kitakami Gawa, 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 25%Precision 17%Dispersion 15%Accuracy 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.

18.2

Average HCP

10.3

Minimum HCP

36.5

Maximum HCP

Top Drills

Featured Drills for Himekami San - Kitakami Gawa

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

Putting18 min

Stop the Ball: Circle, Eyes Closed [Long]

Stop the ball inside the circle with your eyes closed.

Short Game26 min

Chip | Fairway | Flat

Up to 5 players hit two buckets of balls (avg. bucket is 40 balls) from the flat fairway surface.

Driving Range31 min

Mid irons (7,6,5) | L-R and R-L 9 Targets

Hit 5 balls to each randomly selected target while producing left-to-right and right-to-left shots, using mid irons only. Hit one bucket of ~50 balls.

Short Game26 min

Chip | Perpendicular Piles | 3 Landing Zones

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

Driving Range31 min

Wedges (LW to PW) | Impact and Follow Through

Work only on impact and follow through using wedges only. Hit one bucket of ~50 balls.

Putting18 min

Stop the Ball: Circle, in a Row [Long]

Eliminate long distance misses by stopping 5 balls inside the circle, in a row.

Course Details

Everything you need to know about Himekami San - Kitakami Gawa.

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

Obuke, Nishine

Course Description

Nambu Fuji Country Club is an 27-hole international golf course in Iwate, Japan. Designed by renowned architect Peter Thomson, the course hosts international tournament layouts and offers scenic views of Mount Iwate (Nambu Fuji) to the west and Mount Himekami to the east. The club emphasizes high-level golfing experiences in the Tohoku region with a focus on championship play and scenic alpine surroundings.

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Course Information

Holes

Par

Type

Parkland

Architect

Peter Thomson

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Programs

Skill-Based Practice Programs for Himekami San - Kitakami Gawa

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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Control Roll On Every Long Putt

Control extended rolls, for a 14-handicap player, ~15 minutes.

Putting18-27 min14 HCP5 drills

Dispersion40%

Accuracy30%

Visualization8%

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Visualize Line On Long Putts 20+ Feet

Visualize long lines, for a 12-handicap player, ~15 minutes.

Putting15-18 min12 HCP6 drills

Visualization46%

Distance Control40%

Dispersion8%

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Vary Landing Spot

Stop on a dime, for a 27-handicap player, ~20 minutes.

Short Game~26 min27 HCP9 drills

Distance Control32%

Alignment24%

Precision13%

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Stop Chips Near Hole

Chip to the green, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.

Short Game~26 min34 HCP5 drills

Distance Control23%

Scoring22%

Aim16%

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12 Week Flagship Program for Himekami San - Kitakami Gawa

A complete and progressive long-term development curriculum mapped from easier to harder drills, specifically for Himekami San - Kitakami Gawa. 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 · 6 ft (2m) only

Control Every 6 Ft Putt

Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 17.0

Weeks 1–2≤ 4 days

Short Game · Pitch

Pitch 15–25 Yds From Fringe

Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 34.0

Weeks 2–3≤ 3 days

Driving Range · Wedges (LW,SW,GW,PW)

Perfect your swing: mechanics for wedge success

Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0

Weeks 3–4≤ 5 days

Putting · Long (20+ ft)

Control Roll On Every Long Putt

Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 14.0

Weeks 4–5≤ 5 days

Short Game · Chip

Stop Chips Near Hole

Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 34.0

Weeks 6–7≤ 6 days

Driving Range · Wedges (LW,SW,GW,PW)

How close can you get? Challenge your short game

Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 21.0

Weeks 7–8≤ 6 days

Putting · Long (20+ ft)

Visualize Line On Long Putts 20+ Feet

Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 12.0

Weeks 9–11≤ 7 days

Short Game · Chip

Vary Landing Spot

Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 27.0

Weeks 11–12≤ 5 days

Driving Range · Driver

Challenge: eliminate wild misses on tee shots

Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 17.0

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Challenge: eliminate wild misses on tee shots

Reduce driver spread, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.

Driving Range~31 min17 HCP5 drills

Dispersion31%

Precision20%

Scoring16%

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Mid-Iron Accuracy Advanced

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

Driving Range~31 min0 HCP6 drills

Scoring26%

Precision22%

Distance Control20%

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Control Every 6 Ft Putt

Hit short putts until smooth, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.

Putting~18 min17 HCP3 drills

Aim38%

Alignment23%

Stroke22%

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Perfect Every 3 Ft Putt

Read subtle breaks, for a 2-handicap player, ~10 minutes.

Putting15-30 min2 HCP6 drills

Scoring35%

Precision29%

Aim14%

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See your bunker shot landing and rolling out—then execute

Match plan to shot, for a 13-handicap player, ~15 minutes.

Short Game~26 min13 HCP6 drills

Scoring41%

Accuracy34%

Visualization25%

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Up-and-down contest: how many can you save in a row?

Save par clutch, for a 21-handicap player, ~20 minutes.

Short Game~26 min20 HCP9 drills

Scoring34%

Alignment18%

Aim17%

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Pitch 15–25 Yds From Fringe

Pitch to the green, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.

Short Game~26 min34 HCP4 drills

Aim35%

Dispersion21%

Alignment10%

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Land 2 Feet From Pin

Pitch long distances, for a 4-handicap player, ~10 minutes.

Short Game~26 min4 HCP8 drills

Distance Control21%

Dispersion17%

Scoring15%

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Stop Ball on Dime

Vary landing spot, for a 22-handicap player, ~20 minutes.

Short Game~26 min21 HCP9 drills

Distance Control32%

Alignment19%

Accuracy13%

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Up-and-down contest: how many can you save in a row?

Save par clutch, for a 25-handicap player, ~20 minutes.

Short Game~26 min24 HCP9 drills

Scoring44%

Distance Control32%

Visualization23%

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Vary your targets and hit within 3-5 yards

Control mid iron rollout, for a 14-handicap player, ~15 minutes.

Driving Range30-31 min14 HCP5 drills

Distance Control37%

Scoring21%

Trajectory18%

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How close can you get? Challenge your short game

Thread the needle, for a 21-handicap player, ~20 minutes.

Driving Range31-43 min21 HCP6 drills

Precision35%

Scoring18%

Mechanics8%

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Perfect your swing: mechanics for wedge success

Perfect wedge swing, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.

Driving Range~31 min35 HCP3 drills

Mechanics45%

Precision28%

Trajectory27%

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Vary your targets and hit them every time

Consistent woods length, for a 12-handicap player, ~15 minutes.

Driving Range30-31 min11 HCP6 drills

Distance Control30%

Scoring20%

Accuracy19%

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FAQ

Frequently Asked Questions about Himekami San - Kitakami Gawa

Get answers to common questions about playing Himekami San - Kitakami Gawa and what to expect.

How difficult is Himekami San - Kitakami Gawa for mid-handicap golfers?

Himekami San - Kitakami Gawa is regarded as a strategically complex layout. 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 Himekami San - Kitakami Gawa?

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 Himekami San - Kitakami Gawa?

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 Himekami San - Kitakami Gawa and how does yardage affect play?

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

What type of course is Himekami San - Kitakami Gawa 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 Himekami San - Kitakami Gawa 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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