Practice Programs

Complete Golf Practice Blueprint for Shinano Golf Club

Discover tailored practice programs for this course.

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Total Programs

13 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 , 8 days

AccuracyAimAlignmentDispersionDistance ControlMechanics+5 more

Shinano Practice Profile

We've mapped a comprehensive practice profile for Shinano, 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 23%Distance Control 22%Precision 21%Aim 19%Dispersion 13%

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.

19.7

Average HCP

10.5

Minimum HCP

35.1

Maximum HCP

Top Drills

Featured Drills for Shinano

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

Putting18 min

Putting Aid: Chalk Line, 15/25

Make 15 out of 25 putts over the chalk starting line.

Short Game26 min

Sand - Long

Hit two buckets of balls (avg. bucket is 40 balls) from the sand.

Driving Range31 min

Wedges (LW to PW) | Takeaway

Work only on takeaway using wedges only. Hit one bucket of ~50 balls.

Short Game26 min

Sand | Perpendicular Piles | 3 Landing Zones

Up to 5 players compete to stop a sand shot inside the landing zone(s). The player with the most points at the end wins the challenge. One bucket of balls per player is needed.

Putting18 min

Putting Aid: Alignment Mirror, 15/25

Make 15 out of 25 putts using an alignment mirror.

Putting15 min

One Handed, Ball Gate, 12 in a Row

Make 12 putts in a row, one-handed through the ball gate.

Course Details

Everything you need to know about Shinano.

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

2433 Oitakayama, Shinano

Course Information

Holes

Par

Type

Parkland

Opened

1997

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Programs

Skill-Based Practice Programs for Shinano

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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Hit Target Line On All Shots

Align putter head, for a 11-handicap player, ~15 minutes.

Putting15-18 min11 HCP5 drills

Aim39%

Scoring16%

Alignment14%

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Sand Shot 5–15 Yds

Land close to pin, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.

Short Game25-26 min35 HCP4 drills

Aim29%

Scoring25%

Alignment20%

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See your pitch landing and rolling out—then execute

Visualize perfect pitch, for a 14-handicap player, ~15 minutes.

Short Game~26 min14 HCP6 drills

Scoring45%

Accuracy32%

Visualization24%

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Shape it perfectly: fade or draw with wedges

Control wedge loft, for a 26-handicap player, ~20 minutes.

Driving Range~31 min26 HCP8 drills

Trajectory27%

Scoring19%

Distance Control18%

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14 Week Flagship Program for Shinano

A complete and progressive long-term development curriculum mapped from easier to harder drills, specifically for Shinano. 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≤ 5 days

Putting · 6 ft (2m) only

Hit Target Line On All Shots

Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 11.0

Weeks 2–3≤ 4 days

Short Game · Sand

Sand Shot 5–15 Yds

Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0

Weeks 3–4≤ 6 days

Short Game · Bump'n'Run

Master the art of touch: no more long comeback putts

Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 29.0

Weeks 4–6≤ 6 days

Short Game · Sand

Open up and let it fly: alignment for bunker shots

Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 21.0

Weeks 6–7≤ 6 days

Short Game · Sand

Can you fly it out and stop it close?

Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 19.0

Weeks 7–9≤ 7 days

Driving Range · Woods (Hy,5W,3W)

Control 3-Wood Roll

Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0

Weeks 9–11≤ 7 days

Driving Range · Wedges (LW,SW,GW,PW)

Shape it perfectly: fade or draw with wedges

Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 26.0

Weeks 11–13≤ 6 days

Driving Range · Woods (Hy,5W,3W)

3-Wood Distance Accuracy

Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 17.0

Weeks 13–14≤ 6 days

Driving Range · Mid irons (7,6,5)

Mid-Iron Distance Accuracy

Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 17.0

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3-Wood Distance Accuracy

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

Driving Range30-31 min17 HCP6 drills

Precision34%

Dispersion25%

Scoring15%

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Can you fly it out and stop it close?

Pick spot and trust, for a 20-handicap player, ~15 minutes.

Short Game~26 min19 HCP6 drills

Aim32%

Distance Control25%

Scoring16%

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Open up and let it fly: alignment for bunker shots

Stop on a dime, for a 22-handicap player, ~20 minutes.

Short Game~26 min21 HCP6 drills

Distance Control30%

Alignment21%

Precision14%

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Master the art of touch: no more long comeback putts

Master touch, for a 29-handicap player, ~20 minutes.

Short Game~26 min29 HCP6 drills

Distance Control34%

Precision16%

Aim14%

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Land Within 2 Feet

Get up-and-down consistently, for a 2-handicap player, ~10 minutes.

Short Game~26 min1 HCP5 drills

Aim29%

Distance Control19%

Precision18%

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Thread the gap: flop through a narrow landing zone

Pinpoint flops, for a 10-handicap player, ~15 minutes.

Short Game~26 min10 HCP6 drills

Precision33%

Aim25%

Dispersion20%

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Control 3-Wood Roll

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

Driving Range~31 min35 HCP8 drills

Precision28%

Mechanics17%

Trajectory16%

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Mid-Iron Distance Accuracy

Control trajectory, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.

Driving Range30-31 min17 HCP6 drills

Distance Control25%

Dispersion24%

Scoring20%

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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%

Trajectory20%

Scoring20%

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Prepare for Tournaments at Shinano

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 Shinano

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

How difficult is Shinano for mid-handicap golfers?

Shinano presents a demanding test. The 120 slope rating keeps it accessible for developing players. The course rating of 70 reflects on scoring relative to par 72.

What tees should a 15 handicap play at Shinano?

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 Shinano?

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 Shinano and how does yardage affect play?

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

What type of course is Shinano 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 Shinano 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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