Focus on positive outcomes, for a 5-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Practice Programs
Complete Golf Practice Blueprint for Oga Golf Club
Discover tailored practice programs for this course.
Total Programs
16
16 complete programs built for this course
Unique Drills
73
Total unique drills across all programs
Skill Pillars
12
Accuracy · Aim · Alignment · Dispersion · Distance Control · Green Reading
Session Durations
6
3 days , 5 days , 6 days , 7 days , 8 days , 9 days
Oga Practice Profile
We've mapped a comprehensive practice profile for Oga, 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
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.
Top Drills
Featured Drills for Oga
Most-used drills from for this course. Practice as standalone drills or scroll down for full programs.
Putting Aid: Alignment Sticks, Ball Gate, 10/20
Make 10 out of 20 putts from in between two alignment sticks and through the ball gate.
Bump-n-Run | Scattered Piles | Multiple Targets
Scatter a bucket of balls (avg. bucket is 40 balls) next to the green. Scatter into 8 equal piles of 5 balls and stop bump-n-run shots close to multiple targets. Count the number of successes.
Short irons (9,8) | Downswing
Work only on downswing using short irons only. Hit one bucket of ~50 balls.
Putting Aid: Alignment Mirror, 10/20
Make 10 out of 20 putts using an alignment mirror.
One Handed, Ball Gate, 5 in a Row
Make 5 putts in a row, one-handed through the ball gate.
Single Tee, 10/20
Make 10 out of 20 putts.
Course Details
Everything you need to know about Oga.
Contact Information
Phone
+44 (0)1250 872622
Fax
+44 (0) 1250 872622
oga@gc.accordiagolf.com
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Facilities
Location
Iriaihakoi
Course Description
OGA Golf Club is a golf destination located in Oga City, Akita Prefecture, Japan. The club sits on the slopes of Mount Kambuzan within the Oga National Park area, offering panoramic views of the Sea of Japan, Mount Chokai, and surrounding coastlines, with a highland-style course that utilizes the natural terrain. The facility includes a restaurant open to players and general visitors, as well as comprehensive practice facilities and a clubhouse with a log-cabin style design. The site emphasizes scenic beauty, seasonal cuisine, and a blend of sport and nature, attracting both golfers and tourists exploring northern Honshu.
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Course Information
Holes
18
Par
72
Type
Parkland
Opened
1964
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Programs
Skill-Based Practice Programs for Oga
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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% match to course practice profileRoll putts from varying distances, for a 3-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Control rollout, for a 23-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Test your setup, for a 32-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
12 Week Flagship Program for Oga
A complete and progressive long-term development curriculum mapped from easier to harder drills, specifically for Oga. 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.
Putting · 9 ft (3m) only
Save Par From 9 Foot Putts
Difficulty: Expert · Program HCP 4.0
Putting · 9 ft (3m) only
Focus On Green Reading
Difficulty: Expert · Program HCP 2.0
Short Game · Bump'n'Run
How straight can you roll it? Test your setup
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 32.0
Short Game · Bump'n'Run
Master the art of touch: no more long comeback putts
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 23.0
Short Game · Bump'n'Run
Master the art of touch: no more long comeback putts
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 23.0
Driving Range · Driver
Can you match your swing to the perfect trajectory?
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Driving Range · Wedges (LW,SW,GW,PW)
Control Wedge Roll
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Driving Range · Short irons (9,8)
Hit Short Irons Close To Flag
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Driving Range · Short irons (9,8)
Hit Short Irons Close To Flag
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Hit close to flag, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Improve accuracy, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Get up-and-down consistently, for a 2-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Save par on approaches, for a 16-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
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Get StartedControl rollout, for a 24-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Land within 2 feet, for a 2-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Precision from tough lie, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Leave inside 5 feet, for a 19-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Control driver arc, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Stop missing greens, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Control roll, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Control flight path, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Prepare for Tournaments at Oga
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 Oga
Get answers to common questions about playing Oga and what to expect.
How difficult is Oga for mid-handicap golfers?
Oga 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 Oga?
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 Oga?
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 Oga 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 Oga and how should I play it?
Oga 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 Oga 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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