Practice Programs

Complete Golf Practice Blueprint for Saitama Kokusai Golf Club

Discover tailored practice programs for this course.

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Total Programs

11 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 , 6 days , 7 days , 8 days , 9 days

AccuracyAimAlignmentDispersionDistance ControlGreen Reading+4 more

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

Scoring 31%Distance Control 23%Precision 18%Aim 14%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.

13.5

Average HCP

8.2

Minimum HCP

25.3

Maximum HCP

Top Drills

Featured Drills for East

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

Putting24 min

Around the Hole: 8 Ball Circle, 4/8

Make 4 out of 8 putts from [6 ft | 2 m], 5 times in total.

Short Game26 min

Bump-n-Run | Parallel Ball Lines | 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. Up to 80 balls are needed.

Driving Range31 min

Short irons (9,8) | PAR 3 Challenge

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

Putting18 min

Putting Aid: Alignment Mirror, 15/25

Make 15 out of 25 putts using an alignment mirror.

Putting18 min

Single Tee, 15/25

Make 15 out of 25 putts

Short Game26 min

Pitch | Parallel Ball Lines | 3 Landing Zones

Up to 5 players compete to stop a pitch shot inside the landing zone(s). The player with the most points at the end wins the challenge. Up to 80 balls are needed.

Course Details

Everything you need to know about East.

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

1603-1 Shimoaguhara, Kamikawa

Course Description

Saitama International Golf Club is a 27-hole golf facility located in Kamikawa, Saitama Prefecture, about an hour from central Tokyo. The course offers three distinct layouts and comprehensive facilities, delivering a resort-like golfing experience with lodging options. The club emphasizes a natural setting and a relaxed atmosphere for both casual players and enthusiasts. It also features on-site dining and guest services to enhance visits.

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Course Information

Holes

Par

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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Sink More Putts Accurately

Follow through fully, for a 2-handicap player, ~10 minutes.

Putting18-24 min2 HCP3 drills

Precision45%

Scoring33%

Aim13%

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Land 2 Feet From Pin

Pitch long distances, for a 4-handicap player, ~10 minutes.

Short Game~26 min3 HCP7 drills

Distance Control26%

Precision21%

Aim17%

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Bump'n'Run From 5–10 Yds

Use a short swing, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.

Short Game~26 min35 HCP6 drills

Scoring32%

Distance Control18%

Aim17%

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Vary your targets and hit within 2-4 yards

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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13 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 13 weeks of training and get in proper shape. Four days counts as a week.

Week 1≤ 3 days

Putting · 6 ft (2m) only

Sink More Putts Accurately

Difficulty: Expert · Program HCP 2.0

Weeks 1–3≤ 6 days

Short Game · Bump'n'Run

Bump'n'Run From 5–10 Yds

Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0

Weeks 3–5≤ 7 days

Short Game · Pitch

Pitch 15–25 Yds From Fringe

Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 34.0

Weeks 5–7≤ 7 days

Short Game · Bump'n'Run

Dial in your touch from the fringe—leave yourself a no-stress putt

Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 25.0

Weeks 7–9≤ 7 days

Short Game · Sand

Land 2–3 Feet From Hole

Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 16.0

Weeks 9–10≤ 6 days

Short Game · Flop

Flop 25–40 Yds From Bunker Or Fringe

Difficulty: Expert · Program HCP 3.0

Weeks 10–11≤ 3 days

Driving Range · Driver

Control Driver Flight Path

Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 17.0

Weeks 11–12≤ 4 days

Driving Range · Short irons (9,8)

Vary your targets and hit within 2-4 yards

Difficulty: Advanced · Program HCP 9.0

Weeks 12–13≤ 4 days

Driving Range · Mid irons (7,6,5)

Precision Mid-Irons

Difficulty: Expert · Program HCP 0.0

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Precision Wedges

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

Driving Range30-31 min0 HCP6 drills

Scoring33%

Distance Control28%

Accuracy18%

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Flop 25–40 Yds From Bunker Or Fringe

Flop from bunkers, for a 4-handicap player, ~10 minutes.

Short Game~26 min3 HCP6 drills

Precision29%

Aim20%

Distance Control18%

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Pitch 15–25 Yds From Fringe

Land close to pin, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.

Short Game~26 min34 HCP9 drills

Aim30%

Scoring22%

Alignment18%

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Dial in your touch from the fringe—leave yourself a no-stress putt

Land inside 2 feet, for a 25-handicap player, ~20 minutes.

Short Game~26 min25 HCP7 drills

Scoring34%

Accuracy28%

Distance Control12%

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Land 2–3 Feet From Hole

Save par consistently, for a 16-handicap player, ~15 minutes.

Short Game~26 min16 HCP8 drills

Scoring24%

Distance Control23%

Aim12%

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Control Driver Flight Path

Improve driver accuracy, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.

Driving Range~31 min17 HCP3 drills

Scoring27%

Dispersion20%

Precision17%

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Precision Mid-Irons

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

Driving Range~31 min0 HCP4 drills

Scoring26%

Distance Control23%

Precision17%

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Prepare for Tournaments at East

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 East

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

How difficult is East for mid-handicap golfers?

East presents a demanding test. 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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