Repeat same distance putts to master touch, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Practice Programs
Complete Golf Practice Blueprint for Royal Country Club - Shimoyama Course
Discover tailored practice programs for this course.
Total Programs
16
16 complete programs built for this course
Unique Drills
85
Total unique drills across all programs
Skill Pillars
10
Accuracy · Aim · Alignment · Dispersion · Distance Control · Mechanics
Session Durations
6
3 days , 4 days , 5 days , 6 days , 7 days , 9 days
East Practice Profile
We've mapped a comprehensive practice profile for East, 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 East
Most-used drills from for this course. Practice as standalone drills or scroll down for full programs.
Stop the Ball: on the Fringe [Long]
Stop the ball on the fringe. Hit 20 balls.
Flop | Scattered Piles | Multiple Targets
Scatter a bucket of balls (avg. bucket is 40 balls) into 8 equal piles of 5 balls and stop flop shots close to multiple targets. Count the number of successes.
Driver | Ladder Challenge
Complete the Ladder Challenge using driver only. Hit one bucket of ~50 balls.
Flop | Perpendicular Piles | Quadrants
Up to 5 players compete to stop a flop shot inside the quadrant(s). The player with the most points wins the challenge. One bucket of balls per player is needed.
Mid irons (7,6,5) | Around the Stick
Curve the ball around the alignment stick using using mid irons only. Hit one bucket of ~50 balls.
All irons (9 to 2) | Opportunities Discovery
Discover opportunities amongst irons undiscovered shots and clubs worth putting to action more often. Hit one bucket of ~50 balls.
Course Details
Everything you need to know about East.
Contact Information
Phone
+44 (0)1250 872622
Fax
+44 (0) 1250 872622
mail@royal-cc.com
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Facilities
Location
Higashioonuma, Shimoyama
Course Description
Royal Country Club is a traditional golf club located in Toyoda City, Aichi Prefecture, Japan. The Shitama course offers a 27-hole layout with three distinct courses—Crown, Queen, and Prince—designed to provide strategic play for all levels, supported by thorough maintenance and premium amenities. The club emphasizes caddy-assisted play, professional course management, and a refined hospitality experience, including a well-appointed facility and restaurant. Access is convenient from Nagoya and nearby areas, with detailed facilities and services highlighted on the official site.
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Course Information
Holes
27
Par
36
Type
Parkland
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Programs
Skill-Based Practice Programs for East
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 profileChip to the green, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Thread the gap, for a 15-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Control 3-wood roll, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
14 Week Flagship Program for East
A complete and progressive long-term development curriculum mapped from easier to harder drills, specifically for East. Start with the basics and work your way towards more challenging drills. Commit to 14 weeks of training and get in proper shape. Four days counts as a week.
Putting · Long (20+ ft)
Control Distance
Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 17.0
Short Game · Chip
Chip 5–15 Yds From Fringe
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Short Game · Chip
Stop Chips Near Hole
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 34.0
Short Game · Pitch
Get square for a pure strike: alignment focus
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 31.0
Short Game · Flop
Feel the distance: flop to different targets and control your rollout
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 24.0
Short Game · Sand
Can you stop the ball close from the sand?
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 23.0
Driving Range · Woods (Hy,5W,3W)
Control 3-Wood Roll
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Driving Range · Wedges (LW,SW,GW,PW)
How close can you get? Challenge your short game
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Driving Range · Mid irons (7,6,5)
Challenge: eliminate off-target mid iron shots
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 20.0
Master driver length, for a 6-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Chip to the green, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Stop on a dime, for a 11-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Can you stop the ball close from the sand?
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Get StartedMatch mental image, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Check clubface, for a 32-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Stop close from tight lie, for a 24-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Leave tap-ins, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Eliminate off-target mid irons, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Improve driver accuracy, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Control distance, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Center green hits, for a 20-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Prepare for Tournaments at East
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 East
Get answers to common questions about playing East and what to expect.
How difficult is East for mid-handicap golfers?
East 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 36.
What tees should a 15 handicap play at East?
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 East?
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 East 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 East and how should I play it?
East 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 East 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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