Practice Programs

Complete Golf Practice Blueprint for Shigaraki Country Club - Sugiyama Course

Discover tailored practice programs for this course.

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Total Programs

10 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 , 5 days , 6 days , 7 days , 9 days

AccuracyAimAlignmentDispersionDistance ControlMechanics+4 more

East Practice Profile

We've mapped a comprehensive practice profile for 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

Scoring 34%Distance Control 17%Accuracy 17%Precision 15%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.

18.6

Average HCP

9.8

Minimum HCP

31.3

Maximum HCP

Top Drills

Featured Drills for East

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

Short Game26 min

DIY Course Hard

Up to 5 players play hard-difficulty 9 hole ‘PAR 2’ DIY course. Best final score wins.

Driving Range31 min

Woods (Hy to 3W) | Backswing

Work only on backswing using woods only. Hit one bucket of ~50 balls.

Short Game26 min

DIY Course Easy

Up to 5 players play easy-difficulty 9 hole ‘PAR 2’ DIY course. Best final score wins.

Short Game26 min

DIY Course Hard

Make a DIY 9 hole hard-difficulty course. Every hole is PAR 2. Count the score.

Short Game26 min

DIY Course Easy

Make a DIY 9 hole easy-difficulty course. Every hole is PAR 2. Count the score.

Short Game26 min

DIY Course Medium

Make a DIY 9 hole medium-difficulty course. Every hole is PAR 2. Count the score.

Course Details

Everything you need to know about East.

Contact Information

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Phone

+44 (0)1250 872622

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Fax

+44 (0) 1250 872622

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sugiyama@shinwagolf.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

Hata, Shigaraki

Course Information

Holes

Par

Type

Parkland

Architect

Robert Trent Jones Jr.

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Programs

Skill-Based Practice Programs for 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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Can you stop the ball on a dime? Distance control test

Vary landing spot, for a 17-handicap player, ~15 minutes.

Short Game~26 min17 HCP7 drills

Scoring44%

Distance Control31%

Visualization20%

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Can you match your plan to your shot?

Match plan to shot, for a 13-handicap player, ~15 minutes.

Short Game~26 min13 HCP4 drills

Scoring42%

Accuracy32%

Visualization27%

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Stop Missing 3-Wood Fairways

Stay on fairways, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.

Driving Range~31 min35 HCP7 drills

Precision32%

Mechanics19%

Trajectory17%

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Precision Wedges

Maximize greens in regulation, for a 1-handicap player, ~10 minutes.

Driving Range30-31 min0 HCP7 drills

Scoring33%

Distance Control24%

Accuracy15%

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14 Week Flagship Program for East

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

Weeks 1–2≤ 7 days

Short Game · Mixed

Can you stop the ball on a dime? Distance control test

Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 17.0

Weeks 2–4≤ 7 days

Short Game · Chip

Chip 10–25 Yds From Rough

Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 17.0

Weeks 5–6≤ 6 days

Short Game · Bump'n'Run

Picture Perfect Roll

Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 17.0

Weeks 6–8≤ 7 days

Short Game · Pitch

Vary your landing spot and see how close you can get

Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 17.0

Weeks 8–9≤ 4 days

Short Game · Flop

See your flop landing and rolling out—then execute

Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 15.0

Weeks 9–10≤ 4 days

Short Game · Sand

Can you match your plan to your shot?

Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 13.0

Weeks 10–11≤ 5 days

Driving Range · Wedges (LW,SW,GW,PW)

Control Wedge Roll

Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0

Weeks 12–13≤ 7 days

Driving Range · Woods (Hy,5W,3W)

Stop Missing 3-Wood Fairways

Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0

Weeks 13–14≤ 3 days

Driving Range · Short irons (9,8)

Reduce Misses With Short Irons

Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 17.0

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Chip 10–25 Yds From Rough

Land close to pin, for a 17-handicap player, ~15 minutes.

Short Game~26 min17 HCP9 drills

Accuracy18%

Distance Control18%

Scoring16%

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Picture Perfect Roll

Match mental image, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.

Short Game~26 min17 HCP6 drills

Scoring38%

Accuracy24%

Visualization23%

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See your flop landing and rolling out—then execute

Visualize perfect flop, for a 15-handicap player, ~15 minutes.

Short Game~26 min15 HCP4 drills

Scoring45%

Accuracy31%

Visualization25%

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Vary your landing spot and see how close you can get

Stop close from 30 yards, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.

Short Game~26 min17 HCP9 drills

Distance Control32%

Precision15%

Accuracy14%

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Reduce Misses With Short Irons

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

Driving Range~31 min17 HCP3 drills

Distance Control27%

Scoring20%

Trajectory20%

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Control Wedge Roll

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

Driving Range~31 min35 HCP5 drills

Precision26%

Mechanics18%

Scoring16%

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Prepare for Tournaments at 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 East

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

How difficult is East for mid-handicap golfers?

Players often find East technically exacting. The 120 slope rating keeps it accessible for developing players. The course rating of 70 reflects on scoring relative to par 36.

What tees should a 15 handicap play at 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 East?

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 East and how does yardage affect play?

At a full length of 6500 yards, it balances distance with positional strategy.

What type of course is East and how should I play it?

Architecturally, it reflects a Parkland style. 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 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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