Adjust stance and grip for better roll, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Putting~18 min17 HCP3 drills
Aim38%
Alignment23%
Stroke22%
Practice Programs
Complete Golf Practice Blueprint for Nara no Mori Golf Club
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Nara, Nara, Japan
Open Flagship ProgramTotal Programs
17
17 complete programs built for this course
Unique Drills
93
Total unique drills across all programs
Skill Pillars
12
Accuracy · Aim · Alignment · Dispersion · Distance Control · Green Reading
Session Durations
7
3 days , 4 days , 5 days , 6 days , 7 days , 8 days , 9 days
AccuracyAimAlignmentDispersionDistance ControlGreen Reading+6 more
Nara no Mori Practice Profile
We've mapped a comprehensive practice profile for Nara no Mori, 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 29%Aim 20%Precision 20%Alignment 15%Distance Control 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.
17.3
Average HCP
9.8
Minimum HCP
29.2
Maximum HCP
Top Drills
Featured Drills for Nara no Mori
Most-used drills from for this course. Practice as standalone drills or scroll down for full programs.
Putting30 min
Putting Aid: Alignment Sticks, Ball Gate, 50 in a Row
Make 50 putts in a row from in between two alignment sticks and through the ball gate.
Short Game26 min
Pitch | Fairway | Uphill/Downhill
Up to 5 players hit two buckets of balls (avg. bucket is 40 balls) from the sloped fairway; one bucket from the uphill slope and one bucket from the downhill slope.
Driving Range31 min
Short irons (9,8) | 3 Landing Zones
Hit 15 balls to each landing zone using short irons only. Hit one bucket of ~50 balls. Count total number of successful shots.
Driving Range31 min
Mid irons (7,6,5) | Opposite Shots Challenge
Complete the Opposite Shots Challenge using mid irons only. Hit one bucket of ~50 balls.
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
Mid irons (7,6,5) | Birdie-Par-Bogey Radius
Use mid irons only to land the ball inside the radius. Hit one bucket of ~50 balls. Keep the score relative to PAR.
Course Details
Everything you need to know about Nara no Mori.
Contact Information
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Phone
+44 (0)1250 872622
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Fax
+44 (0) 1250 872622
✉️Email
nara@accordiagolf.com
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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
1735, Ninnikusen
Course Information
Holes
18
Par
72
Type
Parkland
Architect
Hale Irwin / Kinoshita Toshio
Opened
1988
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Programs
Skill-Based Practice Programs for Nara no Mori
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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Showing 17 Programs
% match to course practice profileCapitalize on makeable putts, for a 5-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Putting15-30 min4 HCP7 drills
Scoring34%
Precision25%
Aim16%
Get square for strike, for a 20-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min19 HCP6 drills
Accuracy32%
Alignment29%
Distance Control20%
Up-and-down contest, for a 28-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Short Game23-26 min27 HCP7 drills
Scoring33%
Aim21%
Alignment13%
15 Week Flagship Program for Nara no Mori
A complete and progressive long-term development curriculum mapped from easier to harder drills, specifically for Nara no Mori. 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.
Week 1≤ 3 days
Putting · 6 ft (2m) only
Hole Mid-Length Putts
Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 17.0
Weeks 1–3≤ 7 days
Short Game · Flop
Hit Flop & Avoid Big Numbers
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Weeks 3–5≤ 7 days
Driving Range · Woods (Hy,5W,3W)
Stop Missing 3-Wood Fairways
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Weeks 5–6≤ 3 days
Putting · 3 ft (1m) only
Reduce Short Misses Through Alignment
Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 12.0
Weeks 6–8≤ 7 days
Short Game · Pitch
Keep Par Safe
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 34.0
Weeks 8–10≤ 6 days
Driving Range · Short irons (9,8)
Control the height: spin and roll as needed
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 31.0
Weeks 10–11≤ 7 days
Putting · 3 ft (1m) only
Make Every Putt Count Accurately
Difficulty: Expert · Program HCP 4.0
Weeks 12–14≤ 7 days
Short Game · Bump'n'Run
Visualize your line, then make it happen on every shot
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 33.0
Weeks 14–15≤ 6 days
Driving Range · Woods (Hy,5W,3W)
3-Wood Distance Accuracy
Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 17.0
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Achieve distance accuracy, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Driving Range30-31 min17 HCP6 drills
Precision34%
Dispersion25%
Scoring15%
Perfect short iron arc, for a 32-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Driving Range~31 min31 HCP6 drills
Trajectory30%
Precision25%
Mechanics22%
Position feet correctly, for a 12-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Putting18-30 min12 HCP3 drills
Alignment37%
Aim22%
Stroke13%
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Get StartedFocus on ball roll and finish position, for a 1-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Putting~18 min0 HCP6 drills
Visualization31%
Distance Control31%
Dispersion22%
Aim for soft landing, for a 7-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Short Game~26 min6 HCP5 drills
Aim30%
Distance Control20%
Dispersion18%
Keep par safe, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Short Game~26 min34 HCP9 drills
Aim27%
Alignment21%
Scoring18%
Avoid big numbers, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Short Game~26 min35 HCP8 drills
Alignment22%
Scoring20%
Aim18%
Pick your spot, for a 33-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Short Game~26 min33 HCP9 drills
Scoring31%
Aim28%
Alignment18%
Precision short irons, for a 0-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Driving Range30-31 minUnknown HCP3 drills
Scoring41%
Precision23%
Dispersion17%
Advanced accuracy, for a 1-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Driving Range~31 min0 HCP5 drills
Scoring31%
Precision22%
Accuracy12%
Control 3-wood dispersion, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Driving Range~31 min35 HCP8 drills
Precision28%
Mechanics17%
Trajectory16%
Reduce misses, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Driving Range~31 min17 HCP3 drills
Distance Control27%
Trajectory20%
Scoring20%
Precision mid-irons, for a 1-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Driving Range~31 min0 HCP4 drills
Scoring26%
Dispersion23%
Precision17%
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Prepare for Tournaments at Nara no Mori
Follow a complete multi-week structured practice program ahead of the upcoming events and arrive prepared.
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FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions about Nara no Mori
Get answers to common questions about playing Nara no Mori and what to expect.
How difficult is Nara no Mori for mid-handicap golfers?
Nara no Mori is regarded as a strategically complex layout. 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 Nara no Mori?
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 Nara no Mori?
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 Nara no Mori 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 Nara no Mori and how should I play it?
Nara no Mori 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 Nara no Mori 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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