Practice Programs

Complete Golf Practice Blueprint for Nara Wakakusa Country Club

Discover tailored practice programs for this course.

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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 · Precision

Session Durations

3 days , 4 days , 5 days , 6 days , 7 days , 8 days , 9 days

AccuracyAimAlignmentDispersionDistance ControlPrecision+3 more

Ikoma Practice Profile

We've mapped a comprehensive practice profile for Ikoma, 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 33%Distance Control 23%Aim 15%Precision 15%Accuracy 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.

15.1

Average HCP

8.9

Minimum HCP

30.1

Maximum HCP

Top Drills

Featured Drills for Ikoma

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

Short Game26 min

Flop | Rough | Above/Below Feet

Hit flop shot 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.

Driving Range31 min

Long irons (4,3,2) | 9 Targets

Hit 5 balls to each target using long irons only. Hit one bucket of ~50 balls. Count total number of successful shots.

Driving Range30 min

Long irons (4,3,2) | 5 Ball Flights Challenge

Complete the 5 Ball Flights Challenge using long irons only. Hit one bucket of ~50 balls.

Driving Range31 min

Long irons (4,3,2) | Visualized Course

Use imagination to hit any type of shot within self-set boundaries, using long irons only. Hit one bucket of ~50 balls.

Short Game26 min

Flop | Scattered Piles | Multiple Targets

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

Driving Range31 min

Long irons (4,3,2) | 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 long irons only. Hit one bucket of ~50 balls.

Course Details

Everything you need to know about Ikoma.

Contact Information

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Phone

+44 (0)1250 872622

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Fax

+44 (0) 1250 872622

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narawakakusa@golf.orix.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

850-6, Shimofukawa, Tsuge

Course Description

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Course Information

Holes

Par

Type

Mountain

Architect

J. Miller

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Programs

Skill-Based Practice Programs for Ikoma

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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Keep Ball Close To Hole

Roll the ball low and straight, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.

Short Game~26 min35 HCP9 drills

Scoring25%

Aim19%

Alignment16%

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Convert Every Up-And-Down

Convert every opportunity, for a 3-handicap player, ~10 minutes.

Short Game~26 min3 HCP4 drills

Distance Control45%

Trajectory19%

Precision15%

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Precision Short Irons

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

Driving Range30-31 min0 HCP7 drills

Scoring33%

Precision19%

Dispersion13%

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Feel the distance: control your woods rollout

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

Driving Range30-31 min11 HCP6 drills

Distance Control30%

Scoring20%

Accuracy19%

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16 Week Flagship Program for Ikoma

A complete and progressive long-term development curriculum mapped from easier to harder drills, specifically for Ikoma. Start with the basics and work your way towards more challenging drills. Commit to 16 weeks of training and get in proper shape. Four days counts as a week.

Weeks 1–3≤ 7 days

Short Game · Bump'n'Run

Keep Ball Close To Hole

Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0

Weeks 3–5≤ 7 days

Short Game · Flop

Land Flop Shots Near Hole

Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0

Weeks 5–7≤ 7 days

Short Game · Chip

Chip 5–15 Yds From Fringe

Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 34.0

Weeks 7–8≤ 4 days

Short Game · Sand

Feet, hips, shoulders—are you set up for a high soft shot?

Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 25.0

Weeks 8–10≤ 7 days

Short Game · Flop

Save par with a clutch flop—pressure drill

Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 19.0

Weeks 11–13≤ 7 days

Short Game · Pitch

Pick a landing spot and stick it—pitching challenge

Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 15.0

Week 13≤ 3 days

Driving Range · Mid irons (7,6,5)

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

Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 17.0

Weeks 14–15≤ 6 days

Driving Range · Woods (Hy,5W,3W)

Feel the distance: control your woods rollout

Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 11.0

Weeks 15–16≤ 3 days

Driving Range · Mid irons (7,6,5)

Hit the green with the perfect flight

Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 11.0

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Save par with a clutch flop—pressure drill

Save par clutch, for a 19-handicap player, ~15 minutes.

Short Game~26 min19 HCP9 drills

Scoring36%

Accuracy15%

Distance Control13%

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Chip 5–15 Yds From Fringe

Stop near the hole, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.

Short Game~26 min34 HCP9 drills

Aim27%

Alignment24%

Scoring22%

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Feet, hips, shoulders—are you set up for a high soft shot?

Check setup, for a 25-handicap player, ~20 minutes.

Short Game~26 min25 HCP4 drills

Alignment26%

Aim21%

Distance Control20%

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Pick a landing spot and stick it—pitching challenge

Pitch close, for a 16-handicap player, ~15 minutes.

Short Game~26 min15 HCP9 drills

Accuracy32%

Scoring26%

Distance Control18%

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Land Flop Shots Near Hole

Flop from sand, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.

Short Game~26 min35 HCP9 drills

Aim22%

Alignment19%

Scoring18%

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Precision Long Irons

Maximize in regulation, for a 1-handicap player, ~10 minutes.

Driving Range30-31 min0 HCP8 drills

Scoring32%

Precision16%

Distance Control14%

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Hit the green with the perfect flight

Perfect mid iron flight, for a 12-handicap player, ~15 minutes.

Driving Range~31 min11 HCP3 drills

Scoring30%

Trajectory28%

Distance Control23%

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Maximize Long Irons In Regulation

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

Driving Range30-31 min0 HCP5 drills

Scoring31%

Precision16%

Dispersion15%

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Precision Long Irons

Advanced accuracy, for a 1-handicap player, ~10 minutes.

Driving Range30-31 min0 HCP5 drills

Scoring35%

Precision21%

Distance Control17%

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

Save with mid irons, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.

Driving Range~31 min17 HCP3 drills

Scoring33%

Precision25%

Aim25%

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Prepare for Tournaments at Ikoma

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 Ikoma

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

How difficult is Ikoma for mid-handicap golfers?

Ikoma 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 36.

What tees should a 15 handicap play at Ikoma?

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 Ikoma?

With a course rating of 70 and par 36, a mid-handicap golfer would typically score in the mid to high 80s. Stronger players aiming to break 36 must manage approach shots and avoid penalty strokes.

How long is Ikoma and how does yardage affect play?

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

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

Architecturally, it reflects a Mountain 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 Ikoma 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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