Hit putts with both left and right breaks, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Practice Programs
Complete Golf Practice Blueprint for Sakaigawa Country Club
Discover tailored practice programs for this course.
Total Programs
14
14 complete programs built for this course
Unique Drills
62
Total unique drills across all programs
Skill Pillars
11
Accuracy · Aim · Alignment · Dispersion · Distance Control · Mechanics
Session Durations
5
3 days , 4 days , 7 days , 8 days , 9 days
Sakaigawa Practice Profile
We've mapped a comprehensive practice profile for Sakaigawa, 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 Sakaigawa
Most-used drills from for this course. Practice as standalone drills or scroll down for full programs.
Putting Aid: Chalk Line, 10/20
Make 10 out of 20 putts over the chalk starting line.
Bump-n-Run | Parallel Ball Lines | Quadrants
Align a bucket of balls next to the green (avg. bucket is 40 balls) into 2 parallel lines 20 balls per line and stop bump-n-run shots inside quadrants. Count the number of successes.
Driver | Ladder Challenge
Complete the Ladder Challenge using driver only. Hit one bucket of ~50 balls.
Bump-n-Run | Fairway | Above/Below Feet
Hit bump-n-run shot two buckets of balls (avg. bucket is 40 balls) from the sloped fairway; one bucket with balls above feet level, one bucket with balls below feet level.
Putting Aid: Plane Board, Ball Gate, 10/20
Make 10 out of 20 putts through the ball gate, using plane board.
Putting Aid: String Line, 10/20
Make 10 out of 20 putts, underneath the hanging string line.
Course Details
Everything you need to know about Sakaigawa.
Contact Information
Phone
+44 (0)1250 872622
Fax
+44 (0) 1250 872622
info@sakaigawa.info
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Facilities
Location
2266 Kogurosaka, Sakaigawa
Course Description
境川カントリー倶楽部 is a golf facility located in Fuefuki City, Yamanashi Prefecture, Japan. The course is a strategic, flat 18-hole layout surrounded by rich natural scenery and supervised by renowned golfer Akio Aoki, offering an enjoyable round from beginners to veterans. The club emphasizes seasonal views, including blossoms in spring and panoramic mountain vistas from the surrounding ranges such as the Yatsugatake and Southern Alps, providing a refreshing playing experience year-round.
18-hole golf course • flat golf course • yamanashi golf • aoki supervision • mountain views • 桃源郷 • riverside golf • jaoanese golf club • public access golf • seasonal scenery • feng shui courses • fee structure • clubhouse dining • equipment rental • green fees • reservation system • online booking • group play • family golf • golf course • 18-hole • flat course • public golf club • clubhouse • tee times • beginner-friendly • tournament play • yamanashi • recreation
Course Information
Holes
18
Par
72
Type
Parkland
Architect
Isao Aoki
Opened
1987
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Programs
Skill-Based Practice Programs for Sakaigawa
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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Showing 14 Programs
% match to course practice profileFeel the distance, for a 21-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Work together for contact, for a 33-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Consistent long iron contact, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
11 Week Flagship Program for Sakaigawa
A complete and progressive long-term development curriculum mapped from easier to harder drills, specifically for Sakaigawa. Start with the basics and work your way towards more challenging drills. Commit to 11 weeks of training and get in proper shape. Four days counts as a week.
Putting · 9 ft (3m) only
Pace Putts To Hole
Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 17.0
Short Game · Bump'n'Run
Square up and send it: perfect alignment for Bump'n'Runs
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 33.0
Short Game · Bump'n'Run
Square up and send it: perfect alignment for Bump'n'Runs
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 29.0
Short Game · Pitch
Can you stop the ball close from 30 yards?
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 20.0
Short Game · Chip
Can you match your plan to your shot?
Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 17.0
Driving Range · Long irons (4,3,2)
Check your setup: avoid hooks and slices
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Driving Range · Mid irons (7,6,5)
Perfect your swing: mechanics for mid iron success
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Driving Range · Driver
Can you match your swing to the perfect trajectory?
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 26.0
Driving Range · Driver
Control Driver Flight Path
Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 17.0
Control driver arc, for a 26-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
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Get personalized coaching and custom training programs tailored to your game.
Get StartedTest your setup, for a 29-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Visualize perfect chip, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Feel the green, for a 17-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Handle tight lies, for a 3-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Reduce misses, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Stick to woods line, for a 13-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Control flight path, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Consistent mid iron contact, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Maximize in regulation, for a 1-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Prepare for Tournaments at Sakaigawa
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 Sakaigawa
Get answers to common questions about playing Sakaigawa and what to expect.
How difficult is Sakaigawa for mid-handicap golfers?
Sakaigawa 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 72.
What tees should a 15 handicap play at Sakaigawa?
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 Sakaigawa?
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 Sakaigawa 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 Sakaigawa and how should I play it?
Sakaigawa 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 Sakaigawa 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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