Practice Programs

Complete Golf Practice Blueprint for Shibatajo Country Club

Discover tailored practice programs for this course.

Shibata, Niigata, Japan

Open Flagship Program

Total Programs

13 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 , 6 days , 7 days , 8 days

AccuracyAimAlignmentDispersionDistance ControlMechanics+4 more

Shibatajo Practice Profile

We've mapped a comprehensive practice profile for Shibatajo, 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

Distance Control 32%Scoring 23%Precision 16%Aim 13%Trajectory 13%

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.

18.3

Average HCP

10.8

Minimum HCP

34.8

Maximum HCP

Top Drills

Featured Drills for Shibatajo

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

Putting18 min

Stop the Ball: Circle, Eyes Closed [Long]

Stop the ball inside the circle with your eyes closed.

Short Game26 min

Bump-n-Run | Scattered Ball Lines | 9 Stop Zones

Scatter a bucket of balls next to the green (avg. bucket is 40 balls) into 8 equal lines of 5 balls and stop bump-n-run shots inside 9 Stop Zones. Count the number of successful stops.

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) | Progressive Targets Challenge

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

Driving Range31 min

Wedges (LW to PW) | Scattered Targets (Shorter)

Hit to different targets using wedges only. Hit one bucket of ~50 balls.

Driving Range43 min

Wedges (LW to PW) | Scattered Targets (Longer)

Hit to different targets using wedges only. Hit one bucket of ~50 balls.

Course Details

Everything you need to know about Shibatajo.

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

Ura

Course Information

Holes

Par

Type

Parkland

Opened

1992

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Programs

Skill-Based Practice Programs for Shibatajo

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 All Long Putts

Practice uphill and downhill putts, for a 1-handicap player, ~10 minutes.

Putting~18 min0 HCP6 drills

Visualization31%

Distance Control31%

Dispersion22%

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Get Up-And-Down From Every Chip

Chip from tight lies, for a 2-handicap player, ~10 minutes.

Short Game~26 min1 HCP3 drills

Aim28%

Precision21%

Distance Control15%

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Keep Par Safe

Pitch to the green, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.

Short Game~26 min34 HCP8 drills

Aim29%

Scoring22%

Alignment20%

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Mid-Iron Distance Control 150–180 Yards

Control distance 150-180, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.

Driving Range~31 min35 HCP8 drills

Precision28%

Mechanics17%

Trajectory15%

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16 Week Flagship Program for Shibatajo

A complete and progressive long-term development curriculum mapped from easier to harder drills, specifically for Shibatajo. Start with the basics and work your way towards more challenging drills. Commit to 16 weeks of training and get in proper shape. Four days counts as a week.

Weeks 1–2≤ 6 days

Putting · Long (20+ ft)

Sink All Long Putts

Difficulty: Expert · Program HCP 0.0

Weeks 2–4≤ 7 days

Short Game · Mixed

Keep Ball Near Hole

Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0

Weeks 4–6≤ 7 days

Short Game · Pitch

Keep Par Safe

Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 34.0

Weeks 6–8≤ 7 days

Short Game · Bump'n'Run

Pick your spot and trust your aim—can you hit it?

Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 25.0

Weeks 8–9≤ 6 days

Short Game · Sand

Check your clubface: does it match your target?

Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 24.0

Weeks 9–11≤ 7 days

Driving Range · Mid irons (7,6,5)

Mid-Iron Distance Control 150–180 Yards

Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0

Weeks 11–13≤ 7 days

Driving Range · Driver

Shape your flight: high, low, or straight—your choice

Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 26.0

Weeks 13–14≤ 6 days

Driving Range · Woods (Hy,5W,3W)

Improve 3-Wood Accuracy

Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 17.0

Weeks 15–16≤ 6 days

Driving Range · Wedges (LW,SW,GW,PW)

Wedge Distance Control

Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 17.0

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Can you leave yourself a tap-in from 50-100 yards?

Hit close to hole, for a 8-handicap player, ~10 minutes.

Driving Range30-43 min7 HCP8 drills

Distance Control34%

Scoring31%

Accuracy22%

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Check your clubface: does it match your target?

Vary landing spot, for a 25-handicap player, ~20 minutes.

Short Game~26 min24 HCP6 drills

Distance Control24%

Alignment23%

Aim14%

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Roll Ball To 1–2 Feet

Handle tight lies, for a 3-handicap player, ~10 minutes.

Short Game~26 min3 HCP4 drills

Distance Control45%

Trajectory19%

Precision15%

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Pick your spot and trust your aim—can you hit it?

Set a target, for a 25-handicap player, ~20 minutes.

Short Game~26 min25 HCP7 drills

Aim28%

Distance Control26%

Dispersion14%

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Keep Ball Near Hole

Keep near hole, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.

Short Game~26 min35 HCP8 drills

Scoring43%

Distance Control35%

Visualization22%

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Improve 3-Wood Accuracy

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

Driving Range30-31 min17 HCP6 drills

Precision34%

Dispersion25%

Scoring15%

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Shape your flight: high, low, or straight—your choice

Shape driver flight, for a 26-handicap player, ~20 minutes.

Driving Range~31 min26 HCP7 drills

Trajectory31%

Precision23%

Mechanics19%

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Pin hunter: hit every wedge close to the hole

Hit close to hole, for a 8-handicap player, ~10 minutes.

Driving Range30-43 min7 HCP8 drills

Distance Control34%

Scoring31%

Accuracy23%

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Wedge Distance Control

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

Driving Range30-43 min17 HCP6 drills

Scoring26%

Distance Control26%

Trajectory18%

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Prepare for Tournaments at Shibatajo

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 Shibatajo

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

How difficult is Shibatajo for mid-handicap golfers?

From a scoring perspective, Shibatajo 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 72.

What tees should a 15 handicap play at Shibatajo?

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 Shibatajo?

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 Shibatajo 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 Shibatajo and how should I play it?

Shibatajo 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 Shibatajo 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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