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

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+5 more

C Practice Profile

We've mapped a comprehensive practice profile for C, 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 22%Precision 18%Accuracy 16%Trajectory 15%

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.

26.5

Average HCP

15.3

Minimum HCP

39.5

Maximum HCP

Top Drills

Featured Drills for C

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

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) | Left-to-R and Right-to-L Shot

Produce left-to-right and right-to-left shots using short irons only. Hit one bucket of ~50 balls.

Short Game26 min

Bump-n-Run | Fairway | Uphill/Downhill

Up to 5 players hit bump-n-run shot two buckets of balls (avg. bucket is 40 balls) from the sloped fairway; one bucket from the uphill slope and one bucket from the downhill slope.

Driving Range31 min

Short irons (9,8) | Ladder Challenge

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

Driving Range31 min

Short irons (9,8) | 3 Landing Zones

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

Short Game26 min

Bump-n-Run | Fairway | Uphill/Downhill

Hit bump-n-run two buckets of balls (avg. bucket is 40 balls) from the sloped fairway; one bucket from the uphill slope and one bucket from the downhill slope.

Course Details

Everything you need to know about C.

Contact Information

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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 C

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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Keep Ball Close To Hole

Roll the ball low and straight, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.

Short Game~26 min35 HCP4 drills

Scoring26%

Distance Control24%

Aim15%

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Land Ball 2–3 Feet From Pin

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

Short Game~26 min17 HCP8 drills

Scoring26%

Accuracy23%

Precision16%

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Reduce Misses With Short Irons

Control distance, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.

Driving Range~31 min17 HCP3 drills

Distance Control27%

Trajectory20%

Scoring20%

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Improve Short Iron Accuracy

Control distance, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.

Driving Range~31 min17 HCP3 drills

Distance Control27%

Trajectory20%

Scoring20%

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15 Week Flagship Program for C

A complete and progressive long-term development curriculum mapped from easier to harder drills, specifically for C. Start with the basics and work your way towards more challenging drills. Commit to 15 weeks of training and get in proper shape. Four days counts as a week.

Week 1≤ 4 days

Short Game · Bump'n'Run

Keep Ball Close To Hole

Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0

Weeks 2–4≤ 7 days

Short Game · Flop

Land Flop Shots Near Hole

Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0

Weeks 4–5≤ 6 days

Short Game · Bump'n'Run

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

Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 26.0

Weeks 5–7≤ 7 days

Short Game · Bump'n'Run

Can you land every Bump'n'Run inside 2 feet?

Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 25.0

Weeks 8–9≤ 7 days

Short Game · Chip

Vary Landing Spot

Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 22.0

Weeks 10–11≤ 6 days

Driving Range · Woods (Hy,5W,3W)

Control 3-Wood Roll

Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0

Weeks 11–12≤ 6 days

Driving Range · Driver

Stop Missing Fairways with Driver

Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0

Weeks 13–14≤ 7 days

Driving Range · Wedges (LW,SW,GW,PW)

Land it softly with the perfect trajectory

Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 25.0

Weeks 14–15≤ 3 days

Driving Range · Short irons (9,8)

Improve Short Iron Accuracy

Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 17.0

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

Land inside 2 feet, for a 26-handicap player, ~20 minutes.

Short Game~26 min26 HCP6 drills

Accuracy36%

Scoring26%

Aim15%

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Can you land every Bump'n'Run inside 2 feet?

Dial in touch, for a 25-handicap player, ~20 minutes.

Short Game~26 min25 HCP9 drills

Scoring29%

Accuracy25%

Distance Control16%

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Land Flop Shots Near Hole

Avoid big numbers, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.

Short Game~26 min35 HCP9 drills

Aim24%

Scoring23%

Alignment17%

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Vary Landing Spot

Stop on a dime, for a 22-handicap player, ~20 minutes.

Short Game~26 min22 HCP8 drills

Distance Control35%

Aim15%

Accuracy15%

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Land it softly with the perfect trajectory

Control wedge loft, for a 25-handicap player, ~20 minutes.

Driving Range~31 min25 HCP7 drills

Trajectory27%

Scoring21%

Distance Control20%

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Stop Missing Fairways with Driver

Stop missing fairways, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.

Driving Range~31 min35 HCP6 drills

Precision29%

Mechanics23%

Trajectory19%

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Control 3-Wood Roll

Control 3-wood roll, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.

Driving Range~31 min35 HCP6 drills

Precision27%

Trajectory16%

Mechanics15%

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FAQ

Frequently Asked Questions about C

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

How difficult is C for mid-handicap golfers?

From a scoring perspective, C challenges consistency. 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 C?

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 C?

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 C 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 C and how should I play it?

C 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 C 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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