Practice Programs

Complete Golf Practice Blueprint for Sapporo Kokusai Country Club - Shimamatsu Course

Discover tailored practice programs for this course.

Kitahiroshima, Hokkaido, Japan

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Total Programs

15 complete programs built for this course

Unique Drills

Total unique drills across all programs

Skill Pillars

Accuracy · Aim · Alignment · Dispersion · Distance Control · Mechanics

Session Durations

3 days , 4 days , 5 days , 6 days , 8 days , 9 days

AccuracyAimAlignmentDispersionDistance ControlMechanics+5 more

A Practice Profile

We've mapped a comprehensive practice profile for A, 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 26%Distance Control 25%Precision 17%Aim 16%Trajectory 14%

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.

20.3

Average HCP

10.5

Minimum HCP

35.5

Maximum HCP

Top Drills

Featured Drills for A

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

Putting15 min

One Handed, Ball Gate, 12 in a Row

Make 12 putts in a row, one-handed through the ball gate.

Short Game26 min

DIY Course Medium

Up to 5 players play medium-difficulty 9 hole ‘PAR 2’ DIY course. Best final score wins.

Driving Range31 min

Wedges (LW to PW) | Alternate Targets Challenge

Complete the Alternate Targets Challenge using wedges only. Hit one bucket of ~50 balls.

Driving Range31 min

Wedges (LW to PW) | Ladder Challenge

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

Driving Range31 min

All Wedges (LW to PW) | Strengths Discovery

Discover strengths amongst wedges a go-to shots and clubs worth utilizing. Hit one bucket of ~50 balls.

Driving Range31 min

Wedges (LW to PW) | 3 Landing Zones

Hit 15 balls to each landing zone using wedges only. Hit one bucket of ~50 balls. Count total number of successful shots.

Course Details

Everything you need to know about A.

Contact Information

📞

Phone

+44 (0)1250 872622

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Fax

+44 (0) 1250 872622

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toyoshima@shimamatsu.co.jp

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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

49-5, Shimamatsu

Course Description

Shimamatsu Course is a forested golf course in Kitahiroshima, near Sapporo, known for its natural wood-lined holes and terrain that provides a thoughtful, interwoven layout. The course emphasizes a balanced challenge for professionals and accessibility for club players, with each hole bordered by birch, poplar, and other trees. Its history and design reflect traditional golfing etiquette and pride, offering a narrative-driven experience through its Meiji Cup tournaments and clubhouse facilities. Visitors are invited to experience the course and its surrounding scenery in Hokkaido, Japan.

forest golf course • hokkaido golf • sapporo area golf • birch lined holes • intermediate golf challenge • meiji cup • clubhouse facilities • golf course history • regional golf tournaments • japan golf courses

Course Information

Holes

Par

Type

Parkland

Architect

Sugaya

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Programs

Skill-Based Practice Programs for A

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 Aim For 6 Foot Putts

Pick a specific spot, for a 11-handicap player, ~15 minutes.

Putting15-18 min11 HCP5 drills

Aim39%

Scoring16%

Alignment14%

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Vary your landing spot and see how close you can get

Vary landing spot, for a 13-handicap player, ~15 minutes.

Short Game~26 min13 HCP8 drills

Scoring45%

Distance Control28%

Visualization27%

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Save Par On Every Approach

Save par on approaches, for a 17-handicap player, ~15 minutes.

Short Game~26 min16 HCP5 drills

Distance Control23%

Aim18%

Accuracy14%

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Control the loft: spin and height as needed

Control wedge loft, for a 26-handicap player, ~20 minutes.

Driving Range~31 min26 HCP8 drills

Trajectory27%

Scoring19%

Distance Control18%

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14 Week Flagship Program for A

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

Weeks 1–2≤ 5 days

Putting · 6 ft (2m) only

Focus Aim For 6 Foot Putts

Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 11.0

Weeks 2–3≤ 6 days

Short Game · Bump'n'Run

Visualize your line, then make it happen on every shot

Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 29.0

Weeks 3–5≤ 7 days

Short Game · Flop

Open up and let it fly: alignment for flop shots

Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 22.0

Weeks 6–7≤ 5 days

Short Game · Sand

Vary your landing spot and see how soft you can land it

Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 19.0

Week 7≤ 3 days

Driving Range · Short irons (9,8)

Feet, hips, shoulders—consistent contact

Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0

Weeks 8–9≤ 7 days

Driving Range · Mid irons (7,6,5)

Improve Mid-Iron Accuracy

Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0

Weeks 10–11≤ 7 days

Driving Range · Wedges (LW,SW,GW,PW)

Control the loft: spin and height as needed

Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 26.0

Weeks 12–13≤ 6 days

Driving Range · Woods (Hy,5W,3W)

Improve 3-Wood Accuracy

Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 17.0

Weeks 13–14≤ 6 days

Driving Range · Wedges (LW,SW,GW,PW)

Improve Wedge Accuracy

Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 17.0

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Improve 3-Wood Accuracy

Reduce spread, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.

Driving Range30-31 min17 HCP6 drills

Precision34%

Dispersion25%

Scoring15%

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Open up and let it fly: alignment for flop shots

Check clubface, for a 23-handicap player, ~20 minutes.

Short Game~26 min22 HCP9 drills

Alignment29%

Distance Control23%

Accuracy17%

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Pitch 20–35 Yds From Fairway Or Rough

Pitch from fairway, for a 17-handicap player, ~15 minutes.

Short Game~26 min17 HCP6 drills

Distance Control37%

Aim14%

Accuracy14%

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Save Par From Fringe

Save par consistently, for a 17-handicap player, ~15 minutes.

Short Game~26 min17 HCP3 drills

Scoring30%

Aim18%

Distance Control13%

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Visualize your line, then make it happen on every shot

Set a target, for a 29-handicap player, ~20 minutes.

Short Game~26 min29 HCP6 drills

Aim33%

Scoring22%

Alignment20%

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Vary your landing spot and see how soft you can land it

Feel the green, for a 20-handicap player, ~15 minutes.

Short Game~26 min19 HCP5 drills

Distance Control41%

Aim19%

Trajectory12%

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Visualize the perfect flop, then make it happen

See landing and roll, for a 15-handicap player, ~15 minutes.

Short Game~26 min15 HCP4 drills

Scoring45%

Accuracy31%

Visualization25%

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Improve Wedge Accuracy

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

Driving Range30-43 min17 HCP6 drills

Distance Control26%

Scoring26%

Trajectory18%

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Feel the distance: control your woods rollout

Hit varying targets, for a 12-handicap player, ~15 minutes.

Driving Range30-31 min11 HCP6 drills

Distance Control30%

Scoring20%

Accuracy19%

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Improve Mid-Iron Accuracy

Improve accuracy, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.

Driving Range~31 min35 HCP8 drills

Precision32%

Mechanics23%

Trajectory17%

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Feet, hips, shoulders—consistent contact

Avoid slices and hooks, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.

Driving Range~31 min35 HCP3 drills

Mechanics45%

Precision28%

Trajectory27%

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Prepare for Tournaments at A

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FAQ

Frequently Asked Questions about A

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

How difficult is A for mid-handicap golfers?

Players often find A technically exacting. This slope level makes it manageable compared to championship venues. The course rating of 70 reflects on scoring relative to par 36.

What tees should a 15 handicap play at A?

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 A?

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 A and how does yardage affect play?

Stretching to 6500 yards from the back tees, it does not overwhelm length but rewards accuracy.

What type of course is A and how should I play it?

The course follows a traditional Parkland design philosophy. 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 A 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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