Trust your read, for a 11-handicap player, ~15 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
69
Total unique drills across all programs
Skill Pillars
11
Accuracy · Aim · Alignment · Dispersion · Distance Control · Mechanics
Session Durations
6
3 days , 4 days , 5 days , 6 days , 7 days , 9 days
West-East Practice Profile
We've mapped a comprehensive practice profile for West-East, 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 West-East
Most-used drills from for this course. Practice as standalone drills or scroll down for full programs.
Putting Aid: Plane Board, Ball Gate, 15/25
Make 15 out of 25 putts through the ball gate, using plane board.
Pitch | Parallel Piles | 3 Landing Zones
Align a bucket of balls (avg. bucket is 40 balls) into 10 equal parallel piles of 4 balls and hit-and-land pitch shots inside landing zones. Count the number of successes.
Driver | Low/Mid/High Shot
Produce low/mid/high shots using driver only. Hit one bucket of ~50 balls.
Driver | Impact and Follow Through
Work only on 'impact and follow through' using driver only. Hit one bucket of ~50 balls.
Driver | Takeaway
Work only on takeaway using driver only. Hit one bucket of ~50 balls.
Driver | Backswing
Work only on backswing using driver only. Hit one bucket of ~50 balls.
Course Details
Everything you need to know about West-East.
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
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Programs
Skill-Based Practice Programs for West-East
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 profileHit putts with both left and right breaks, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Pinpoint pitches, for a 21-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Land 3-4 feet away, for a 16-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
10 Week Flagship Program for West-East
A complete and progressive long-term development curriculum mapped from easier to harder drills, specifically for West-East. Start with the basics and work your way towards more challenging drills. Commit to 10 weeks of training and get in proper shape. Four days counts as a week.
Putting · 9 ft (3m) only
Sink Mid-Distance Putts
Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 17.0
Short Game · Bump'n'Run
How straight can you roll it? Test your setup
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Driving Range · Driver
Control Driver Ball Flight
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Putting · 6 ft (2m) only
Stop Missed Mid Putts Accurately
Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 11.0
Short Game · Mixed
Make Par Around the Green
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Driving Range · Driver
Control Driver Ball Flight
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Putting · 6 ft (2m) only
Focus Aim For 6 Foot Putts
Difficulty: Advanced · Program HCP 9.0
Short Game · Sand
Pick your spot and trust your swing—bunker aim challenge
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 23.0
Driving Range · Driver
Stop Missing Fairways with Driver
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
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Get StartedStop missing fairways, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Control ball flight basics, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Trust your read, for a 10-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Keep near hole, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Pinpoint sand shots, for a 19-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Land 2 feet from pin, for a 5-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Land 2 feet away, for a 1-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Fly out and stop close, for a 24-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Square up, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Control driver arc, for a 26-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Stop missing fairways, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Thread the needle, for a 22-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
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Get personalized coaching and custom training programs tailored to your game.
Get StartedThread the needle, for a 25-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Thread the needle, for a 26-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Prepare for Tournaments at West-East
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 West-East
Get answers to common questions about playing West-East and what to expect.
How difficult is West-East for mid-handicap golfers?
Players often find West-East technically exacting. This slope level makes it manageable compared to championship venues. The course rating of 70 reflects on scoring relative to par 72.
What tees should a 15 handicap play at West-East?
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 West-East?
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 West-East 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 West-East 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 West-East 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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