Practice Programs

Complete Golf Practice Blueprint for Notojima Golf & Country Club

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Notojima, Ishikawa, Japan

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Total Programs

12 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 , 9 days

AccuracyAimAlignmentDispersionDistance ControlGreen Reading+4 more

Notojima Practice Profile

We've mapped a comprehensive practice profile for Notojima, 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 32%Distance Control 27%Precision 13%Accuracy 13%Aim 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.

15.5

Average HCP

7.5

Minimum HCP

31.5

Maximum HCP

Top Drills

Featured Drills for Notojima

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

Putting30 min

Around the Hole: 4 Ball Circle, 50 in a Row

Make 50 putts in a Row from [3 ft | 1 m].

Short Game26 min

Sand | Parallel Piles | 3 Landing Zones

Align a bucket of balls (avg. bucket is 40 balls) in the sand into 10 equal parallel piles of 4 balls and hit-and-land sand shots inside landing zones. Count the number of successes.

Driving Range31 min

Wedges (LW to PW) | 9 Targets

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

Short Game26 min

Bump-n-Run | Scattered Piles | Bullseye 2x

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

Driving Range31 min

Wedges (LW to PW) | Quadrants

Hit 12 balls to each quadrant using wedges only. Hit one bucket of ~50 balls. Count total number of successful shots.

Driving Range31 min

Wedges (LW to PW) | PAR 3 Challenge

Complete the PAR 3 Challenge using wedges only. Hit one bucket of ~50 balls.

Course Details

Everything you need to know about Notojima.

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

7-1, hannoura

Course Description

Notojima Golf and Country Club is a seaside golf resort located on Notojima Island in Nanao, Ishikawa, Japan. The 18-hole course features long holes, flat and wide fairways, and water hazards, offering a variety of strategic play amid scenic coastal views and seasonal natural beauty. The club emphasizes a resort-style golfing experience with events and packages, including stay-and-play options and member-only facilities. Visitors can enjoy golf in a natural setting surrounded by the Noto Bay and the region’s landscape.

18-hole golf course • water hazards • flat wide fairways • noto island • ishikawa prefecture • golf resort • seaside golf • long holes • golf packages • stay and play • golf events • coastal golf • japan golf club • weekly service golf

Course Information

Holes

Par

Type

Parkland

Architect

Kobayashi Mitsuaki

Opened

1989

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Programs

Skill-Based Practice Programs for Notojima

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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Focus On Cup Accuracy

Sink with precision, for a 3-handicap player, ~10 minutes.

Putting15-30 min2 HCP5 drills

Scoring33%

Precision24%

Aim17%

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Dial in your aim: pitch to a tight pin

Hit intended line, for a 27-handicap player, ~20 minutes.

Short Game~26 min27 HCP9 drills

Aim31%

Scoring18%

Alignment12%

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Can you stop the ball close from the sand?

Short Game~26 min14 HCP9 drills

Distance Control35%

Aim17%

Trajectory15%

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Feel the yardage: control short iron distance

Hit within 2-4 yards, for a 9-handicap player, ~10 minutes.

Driving Range~31 min9 HCP4 drills

Distance Control31%

Scoring25%

Trajectory15%

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12 Week Flagship Program for Notojima

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

Weeks 1–2≤ 5 days

Putting · 3 ft (1m) only

Focus On Cup Accuracy

Difficulty: Expert · Program HCP 2.0

Weeks 2–4≤ 7 days

Short Game · Bump'n'Run

Keep Ball Close To Hole

Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0

Weeks 4–6≤ 7 days

Short Game · Pitch

Dial in your aim: pitch to a tight pin

Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 27.0

Weeks 6–7≤ 3 days

Short Game · Bump'n'Run

Save Par from Fringe

Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 23.0

Weeks 7–8≤ 3 days

Short Game · Chip

Thread Needle: Narrow Landing Zone

Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 23.0

Weeks 8–10≤ 7 days

Short Game · Sand

Can you stop the ball close from the sand?

Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 14.0

Weeks 10–11≤ 3 days

Driving Range · Woods (Hy,5W,3W)

Fairway finder: hit every 3-wood to the short grass

Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 17.0

Week 11≤ 3 days

Driving Range · Driver

Improve Driver Accuracy

Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 17.0

Week 12≤ 4 days

Driving Range · Short irons (9,8)

Feel the yardage: control short iron distance

Difficulty: Advanced · Program HCP 9.0

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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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Keep Ball Close To Hole

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

Short Game~26 min35 HCP9 drills

Scoring39%

Distance Control21%

Alignment14%

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Sand 10–25 Yds

Land 2-3 feet away, for a 15-handicap player, ~15 minutes.

Short Game~26 min14 HCP6 drills

Distance Control28%

Aim17%

Scoring17%

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Save Par from Fringe

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

Short Game~26 min23 HCP3 drills

Scoring45%

Accuracy26%

Distance Control12%

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Thread Needle: Narrow Landing Zone

Thread the needle, for a 23-handicap player, ~20 minutes.

Short Game~26 min23 HCP3 drills

Precision29%

Distance Control21%

Aim14%

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Maximize Wedge Greens In Regulation

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

Driving Range~31 min0 HCP4 drills

Distance Control31%

Scoring31%

Precision16%

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Precision Wedges

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

Driving Range30-43 min0 HCP9 drills

Scoring32%

Distance Control29%

Accuracy17%

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Fairway finder: hit every 3-wood to the short grass

Stick to woods line, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.

Driving Range~31 min17 HCP3 drills

Distance Control28%

Accuracy23%

Scoring18%

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Prepare for Tournaments at Notojima

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 Notojima

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

How difficult is Notojima for mid-handicap golfers?

Players often find Notojima technically exacting. 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 Notojima?

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 Notojima?

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 Notojima 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 Notojima and how should I play it?

Notojima 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 Notojima 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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