Work on alignment and starting line, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Putting15-27 min17 HCP4 drills
Distance Control35%
Visualization25%
Dispersion22%
Practice Programs
Complete Golf Practice Blueprint for Shin-Nara Golf Club
Discover tailored practice programs for this course.
Total Programs
16
16 complete programs built for this course
Unique Drills
80
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 , 8 days , 9 days
AccuracyAimAlignmentDispersionDistance ControlGreen Reading+6 more
Shin-Nara Practice Profile
We've mapped a comprehensive practice profile for Shin-Nara, 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 24%Distance Control 23%Aim 20%Precision 17%Accuracy 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.
17.9
Average HCP
10.8
Minimum HCP
31.9
Maximum HCP
Top Drills
Featured Drills for Shin-Nara
Most-used drills from for this course. Practice as standalone drills or scroll down for full programs.
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Putting18 min
Stop the Ball: on the Fringe [Long]
Stop the ball on the fringe. Hit 20 balls.
Short Game26 min
Chip | Parallel Piles | Bullseye 2x
Align a bucket of balls (avg. bucket is 40 balls) into 10 equal parallel piles of 4 balls and stop chip shots inside the Bullseye. Count the number of balls in the inner and outer Bullseye.
Driving Range31 min
Wedges (LW to PW) | Alternate Targets Challenge
Complete the Alternate Targets Challenge using wedges only. Hit one bucket of ~50 balls.
Short Game26 min
Chip | Parallel Ball Lines | 3 Landing Zones
Up to 5 players compete to stop a chip shot inside the landing zone(s). The player with the most points at the end wins the challenge. Up to 80 balls are needed.
Short Game26 min
Chip | Rough | Flat
Hit two buckets of balls (avg. bucket is 40 balls) from the flat rough grass.
Short Game23 min
Chip | Scattered Ball Lines | Quadrants
Scatter a bucket of balls (avg. bucket is 40 balls) into 8 equal lines of 5 balls and stop chip shots inside quadrants. Count the number of successes.
Course Details
Everything you need to know about Shin-Nara.
Contact Information
📞
Phone
+44 (0)1250 872622
📠
Fax
+44 (0) 1250 872622
✉️Email
nara1@jeans.ocn.ne.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
85, Hirashimizucho
Course Description
Shin-Nara Golf Club is a historic 18-hole golf course located in Nara, Japan, adjacent to Nara Park, offering a refined layout and a focus on traditional golfing experience. The club emphasizes a dignified atmosphere with well-maintained greens and a classic course design suitable for both locals and visiting players. It operates a full-service golf facility in the central region of奈良, providing online reservation options and information about memberships and events.
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Course Information
Holes
18
Par
72
Type
Parkland
Opened
1964
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Programs
Skill-Based Practice Programs for Shin-Nara
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 16 Programs
% match to course practice profileControl pace from 3 to 20 feet, for a 2-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Putting15-24 min1 HCP4 drills
Precision34%
Scoring33%
Aim20%
Avoid big numbers, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Short Game25-26 min35 HCP3 drills
Distance Control36%
Alignment18%
Aim15%
Stick chips near hole, for a 17-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min17 HCP9 drills
Distance Control28%
Accuracy24%
Alignment18%
10 Week Flagship Program for Shin-Nara
A complete and progressive long-term development curriculum mapped from easier to harder drills, specifically for Shin-Nara. 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.
Week 1≤ 4 days
Putting · Long (20+ ft)
Hit Every Long Putt
Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 17.0
Week 2≤ 3 days
Short Game · Flop
Hit Flop & Avoid Big Numbers
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Weeks 2–3≤ 3 days
Driving Range · Wedges (LW,SW,GW,PW)
How close can you get? Challenge your short game
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Weeks 3–4≤ 3 days
Putting · 3 ft (1m) only
Stop Missing Short Putts
Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 17.0
Weeks 4–5≤ 5 days
Short Game · Chip
Stop Chips Near Hole
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Weeks 5–6≤ 3 days
Driving Range · Woods (Hy,5W,3W)
Feel the distance: control your woods rollout
Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 17.0
Weeks 6–7≤ 4 days
Putting · 6 ft (2m) only
Read Subtle Breaks
Difficulty: Expert · Program HCP 1.0
Weeks 7–9≤ 7 days
Short Game · Chip
Hit Intended Line
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 31.0
Weeks 9–10≤ 6 days
Driving Range · Wedges (LW,SW,GW,PW)
Can you leave yourself a tap-in from 50-100 yards?
Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 10.0
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Leave tap-ins, for a 11-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Driving Range30-31 min10 HCP6 drills
Scoring32%
Distance Control30%
Accuracy22%
Maximize in regulation, for a 1-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Driving Range~31 min0 HCP8 drills
Scoring27%
Precision17%
Distance Control17%
Focus on alignment, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Putting18-30 min17 HCP3 drills
Aim32%
Stroke28%
Alignment23%
Sand from deep bunkers, for a 5-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Short Game~26 min5 HCP3 drills
Dispersion27%
Precision26%
Distance Control21%
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Get StartedChip through gate, for a 32-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Short Game23-26 min31 HCP9 drills
Aim32%
Alignment20%
Scoring15%
Match plan to shot, for a 12-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min12 HCP5 drills
Scoring42%
Accuracy32%
Visualization26%
Avoid three-putts, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Short Game~26 min35 HCP5 drills
Alignment28%
Distance Control18%
Aim18%
Hit intended line, for a 20-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game23-26 min19 HCP9 drills
Aim35%
Precision19%
Scoring14%
Pick line and commit, for a 29-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Short Game~26 min28 HCP8 drills
Aim34%
Scoring18%
Alignment12%
Hit varying targets, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Driving Range30-31 min17 HCP3 drills
Distance Control33%
Scoring22%
Precision13%
Leave tap-ins, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Driving Range~31 min35 HCP3 drills
Precision32%
Aim19%
Mechanics15%
Advanced fairway accuracy, for a 1-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Driving Range30-31 min0 HCP6 drills
Scoring29%
Precision20%
Trajectory13%
2026
Prepare for Tournaments at Shin-Nara
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 Shin-Nara
Get answers to common questions about playing Shin-Nara and what to expect.
How difficult is Shin-Nara for mid-handicap golfers?
Players often find Shin-Nara 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 Shin-Nara?
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 Shin-Nara?
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 Shin-Nara 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 Shin-Nara 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 Shin-Nara 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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