Commit to the stroke, for a 3-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Practice Programs
Complete Golf Practice Blueprint for Shido Country Club
Discover tailored practice programs for this course.
Total Programs
18
18 complete programs built for this course
Unique Drills
72
Total unique drills across all programs
Skill Pillars
12
Accuracy · Aim · Alignment · Dispersion · Distance Control · Green Reading
Session Durations
6
3 days , 4 days , 5 days , 6 days , 7 days , 8 days
East-Center Practice Profile
We've mapped a comprehensive practice profile for East-Center, 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 East-Center
Most-used drills from for this course. Practice as standalone drills or scroll down for full programs.
Putting Aid: Alignment Sticks, Ball Gate, 50 in a Row
Make 50 putts in a row from in between two alignment sticks and through the ball gate.
Chip | Parallel Piles | 9 Stop Zones
Up to 5 players compete to stop a chip shot in the stop zone(s). The player with the most points at the end wins the challenge. One bucket of balls per player is needed.
Driver | Impact and Follow Through
Work only on 'impact and follow through' using driver only. Hit one bucket of ~50 balls.
Single Tee, 50 in a Row
Make 50 putts in a row.
Around the Hole: 8 Ball Circle, 50 in a Row
Make 50 putts in a Row from [3 ft | 1 m].

Around the Hole: 4 Ball Circle, 50 in a Row
Make 50 putts in a Row from [3 ft | 1 m].
Course Details
Everything you need to know about East-Center.
Contact Information
Phone
+44 (0)1250 872622
Fax
+44 (0) 1250 872622
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Facilities
Location
231 Oda
Course Description
Shido Country Club is a seaside golf destination located in Sanuki City, Kagawa Prefecture, Japan. The 27-hole course, with views of the Seto Inland Sea from every hole, is designed by renowned designer Giichi Sato, offering a unique coastal golfing experience. The club emphasizes enjoying golf through well-managed facilities, dining, practice areas, and a respectful dress code, making it a prestige destination on the Shido coast. It has a long-standing history, celebrating its 60th anniversary while continuing to uphold its classical, landscape-driven course artistry.
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Course Information
Holes
27
Par
72
Type
Parkland
Architect
Sato Giichi
Opened
1964
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Programs
Skill-Based Practice Programs for East-Center
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 18 Programs
% match to course practice profileSquare the putter face, for a 12-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Precision from tough lie, for a 21-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Chip from tight lies, for a 2-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
13 Week Flagship Program for East-Center
A complete and progressive long-term development curriculum mapped from easier to harder drills, specifically for East-Center. 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.
Putting · 3 ft (1m) only
Reduce Short Misses Through Alignment
Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 12.0
Short Game · Bump'n'Run
Visualize your line, then make it happen on every shot
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 29.0
Driving Range · Woods (Hy,5W,3W)
3-Wood Dispersion Control For Beginners
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Putting · 3 ft (1m) only
Focus On Cup Accuracy
Difficulty: Expert · Program HCP 2.0
Short Game · Sand
Thread the gap: bunker shot through a narrow landing zone
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 20.0
Driving Range · Long irons (4,3,2)
Check your setup: avoid hooks and slices
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Putting · 3 ft (1m) only
Focus On Cup Accuracy
Difficulty: Expert · Program HCP 2.0
Short Game · Flop
Turn flops into par saves—score from the sand or rough
Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 16.0
Driving Range · Driver
Stop Missing Fairways with Driver
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Match swing to trajectory, for a 26-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
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Get StartedControl distance, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Perfect aim and stroke, for a 2-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Sink with precision, for a 2-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Stop 2 feet away, for a 2-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Turn into par saves, for a 17-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Visualize the line, for a 29-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Land within 2 feet, for a 2-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Advanced accuracy, for a 1-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Consistent long iron contact, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Achieve distance consistency, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Control 3-wood roll, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Improve accuracy, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
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Get StartedHit fairways consistently, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Prepare for Tournaments at East-Center
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 East-Center
Get answers to common questions about playing East-Center and what to expect.
How difficult is East-Center for mid-handicap golfers?
Players often find East-Center technically exacting. 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 East-Center?
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-Center?
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 East-Center 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-Center and how should I play it?
East-Center 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-Center 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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