Practice Programs

Complete Golf Practice Blueprint for Shiga Country Club

Discover tailored practice programs for this course.

Koka, Shiga, Japan

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Total Programs

14 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 , 9 days

AccuracyAimAlignmentDispersionDistance ControlMechanics+5 more

Shiga Practice Profile

We've mapped a comprehensive practice profile for Shiga, 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%Aim 18%Precision 18%Visualization 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.

Average HCP

12.6

Minimum HCP

35.8

Maximum HCP

Top Drills

Featured Drills for Shiga

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

Putting18 min

Putting Aid: Chalk Line, 10/20

Make 10 out of 20 putts over the chalk starting line.

Short Game26 min

Pitch | Rough | Uphill/Downhill

Hit two buckets of balls (avg. bucket is 40 balls) from the sloped rough grass; one bucket from the uphill slope and one bucket from the downhill slope.

Driving Range31 min

Driver | Ladder Challenge

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

Short Game26 min

Pitch | Deep Rough and Other | Above/Below Feet

Hit two buckets of balls (avg. bucket is 40 balls) from the sloped deep rough and other extreme grass types; one bucket with balls above feet level, and one bucket with balls below feet level.

Short Game26 min

Pitch | Deep Rough and Other | Uphill/Downhill

Hit two buckets of balls (avg. bucket is 40 balls) from the sloped deep rough and other extreme grass types; one bucket from the uphill slope and one bucket from the downhill slope.

Putting18 min

Putting Aid: String Line, 10/20

Make 10 out of 20 putts, underneath the hanging string line.

Course Details

Everything you need to know about Shiga.

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

Kamiasamiya, Shigaraki

Course Description

Shiga Country Club is a historic golf facility located in Shiga Prefecture, Japan. The club offers a Japanese garden-inspired course and a range of amenities including online booking and member programs, with a focus on delivering a traditional golf experience in the Shiga region. Its facilities and contact information indicate a well-established golf venue serving both local residents and visitors. The club is part of the Shinwa Golf Group, reflecting its integration into a broader network of golf courses in the area.

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Course Information

Holes

Par

Type

Parkland

Opened

1976

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Programs

Skill-Based Practice Programs for Shiga

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 Mid-Distance Putts

Practice uphill and downhill putts, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.

Putting~18 min17 HCP3 drills

Aim38%

Alignment23%

Stroke22%

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Align Putter Face For Accurate 3 Foot Putts

Square the putter face, for a 12-handicap player, ~15 minutes.

Putting18-30 min12 HCP3 drills

Alignment37%

Aim22%

Stroke13%

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Bump'n'Run From 5–10 Yds

Focus on clean contact, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.

Short Game~26 min35 HCP7 drills

Aim22%

Scoring18%

Accuracy17%

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Can you stop the ball close from the sand?

Short Game~26 min9 HCP3 drills

Distance Control41%

Trajectory16%

Dispersion13%

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14 Week Flagship Program for Shiga

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

Week 1≤ 3 days

Putting · 9 ft (3m) only

Sink Mid-Distance Putts

Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 17.0

Weeks 1–3≤ 7 days

Short Game · Bump'n'Run

Bump'n'Run From 5–10 Yds

Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0

Weeks 3–4≤ 6 days

Driving Range · Woods (Hy,5W,3W)

Control 3-Wood Roll

Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0

Week 5≤ 3 days

Putting · 3 ft (1m) only

Align Putter Face For Accurate 3 Foot Putts

Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 12.0

Weeks 5–7≤ 6 days

Short Game · Pitch

See your pitch landing and rolling out—then execute

Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 14.0

Weeks 7–8≤ 7 days

Driving Range · Long irons (4,3,2)

Control Long Iron Flight

Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0

Weeks 9–10≤ 7 days

Putting · Long (20+ ft)

Visualize Line On Long Putts 20+ Feet

Difficulty: Advanced · Program HCP 9.0

Weeks 11–13≤ 7 days

Short Game · Sand

Can you fly it out and stop it close?

Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 13.0

Weeks 13–14≤ 4 days

Driving Range · Short irons (9,8)

Feet, hips, shoulders—consistent contact

Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0

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Feel the power—reach your target zones consistently

Master driver length, for a 6-handicap player, ~10 minutes.

Driving Range~31 min6 HCP3 drills

Distance Control35%

Scoring23%

Trajectory22%

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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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Visualize Line On Long Putts 20+ Feet

Read long breaks, for a 9-handicap player, ~10 minutes.

Putting15-18 min9 HCP8 drills

Distance Control43%

Visualization41%

Dispersion12%

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Visualize the perfect pitch, then make it happen

See landing and roll, for a 14-handicap player, ~15 minutes.

Short Game~26 min13 HCP3 drills

Scoring45%

Accuracy31%

Visualization24%

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See your pitch landing and rolling out—then execute

Match plan to shot, for a 14-handicap player, ~15 minutes.

Short Game~26 min14 HCP6 drills

Scoring45%

Accuracy32%

Visualization24%

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Feel the green: mixed shots to different distances and control your rollout

Vary landing spot, for a 14-handicap player, ~15 minutes.

Short Game~26 min13 HCP9 drills

Scoring45%

Distance Control29%

Visualization21%

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Can you fly it out and stop it close?

Pick spot and trust, for a 13-handicap player, ~15 minutes.

Short Game23-26 min13 HCP9 drills

Aim31%

Precision19%

Dispersion18%

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Feet, hips, shoulders—consistent contact

Consistent short iron contact, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.

Driving Range~31 min35 HCP4 drills

Mechanics45%

Precision29%

Trajectory26%

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Center of the green: reduce spread on irons

Center green hits, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.

Driving Range30-31 min17 HCP9 drills

Dispersion35%

Precision23%

Scoring15%

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Control Long Iron Flight

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

Driving Range~31 min35 HCP7 drills

Precision33%

Mechanics19%

Aim16%

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Prepare for Tournaments at Shiga

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 Shiga

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

How difficult is Shiga for mid-handicap golfers?

From a scoring perspective, Shiga challenges consistency. 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 Shiga?

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 Shiga?

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 Shiga 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 Shiga 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 Shiga 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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