Practice Programs

Complete Golf Practice Blueprint for Sobu Country Club

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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 · Green Reading

Session Durations

3 days , 4 days , 6 days , 7 days , 8 days , 9 days

AccuracyAimAlignmentDispersionDistance ControlGreen Reading+6 more

Sobu Practice Profile

We've mapped a comprehensive practice profile for Sobu, 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 32%Distance Control 24%Accuracy 15%Aim 15%Trajectory 11%

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.

18.8

Average HCP

12.2

Minimum HCP

Maximum HCP

Top Drills

Featured Drills for Sobu

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

Putting30 min

Around the Hole: 8 Ball Circle, 50 in a Row

Make 50 putts in a Row from [3 ft | 1 m].

Short Game26 min

Bump-n-Run | Fairway | Above/Below Feet

Hit bump-n-run shot two buckets of balls (avg. bucket is 40 balls) from the sloped fairway; one bucket with balls above feet level, one bucket with balls below feet level.

Driving Range31 min

All woods (Hy to Dr) | Progressive Targets Challenge

Complete the Progressive Targets Challenge using woods only. Hit one bucket of ~50 balls.

Short Game26 min

Bump-n-Run | Deep Rough and Other | Above/Below Feet

Hit bump-n-run shot 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, one bucket with balls below feet level.

Short Game26 min

Bump-n-Run | Deep Rough and Other | Flat

Hit bump-n-run shot two buckets of balls (avg. bucket is 40 balls) from the flat deep rough and other extreme grass types.

Driving Range31 min

All woods (Hy to Dr) | Alternate Targets Challenge

Complete the Alternate Targets Challenge using woods only. Hit one bucket of ~50 balls.

Course Details

Everything you need to know about Sobu.

Contact Information

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Phone

+44 (0)1250 872622

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Fax

+44 (0) 1250 872622

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info@sobu-cc.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

620 Ofunemachi

Course Description

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Course Information

Holes

Par

Type

Parkland

Opened

1963

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Programs

Skill-Based Practice Programs for Sobu

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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Perfect Every 3 Ft Putt

Perfect aim and stroke, for a 2-handicap player, ~10 minutes.

Putting15-30 min2 HCP6 drills

Scoring35%

Precision29%

Aim14%

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Aim To Hit Center Every Time

Focus on alignment, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.

Putting18-30 min17 HCP3 drills

Aim32%

Stroke28%

Alignment23%

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Save Par From Bunker Consistently

Save par consistently, for a 16-handicap player, ~15 minutes.

Short Game~26 min15 HCP7 drills

Scoring28%

Distance Control14%

Aim14%

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Pick your spot and trust your aim—can you hit it?

Set a target, for a 31-handicap player, ~30 minutes.

Short Game~26 min31 HCP8 drills

Aim32%

Scoring16%

Distance Control15%

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12 Week Flagship Program for Sobu

A complete and progressive long-term development curriculum mapped from easier to harder drills, specifically for Sobu. Start with the basics and work your way towards more challenging drills. Commit to 12 weeks of training and get in proper shape. Four days counts as a week.

Week 1≤ 3 days

Putting · 3 ft (1m) only

Aim To Hit Center Every Time

Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 17.0

Weeks 1–3≤ 6 days

Putting · 3 ft (1m) only

Perfect Every 3 Ft Putt

Difficulty: Expert · Program HCP 2.0

Weeks 3–4≤ 7 days

Short Game · Bump'n'Run

Make Par Around the Green

Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0

Weeks 5–6≤ 7 days

Short Game · Mixed

Make Par Around the Green

Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0

Weeks 6–8≤ 7 days

Short Game · Bump'n'Run

Pick your spot and trust your aim—can you hit it?

Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 31.0

Weeks 8–9≤ 4 days

Short Game · Flop

Turn flops into par saves—score from the sand or rough

Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 17.0

Weeks 9–10≤ 3 days

Driving Range · Long irons (4,3,2)

Feet, hips, shoulders—consistent contact every time

Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0

Weeks 10–11≤ 6 days

Driving Range · Mid irons (7,6,5)

Shape it right: fade or draw with mid irons

Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 21.0

Week 12≤ 4 days

Driving Range · Woods (Hy,5W,3W)

Pick your line and stick it—woods accuracy challenge

Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 13.0

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Feet, hips, shoulders—consistent contact every time

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

Driving Range~31 min35 HCP3 drills

Mechanics45%

Precision30%

Trajectory25%

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Shape it right: fade or draw with mid irons

Fade or draw mid irons, for a 21-handicap player, ~20 minutes.

Driving Range~31 min21 HCP6 drills

Trajectory30%

Distance Control23%

Scoring21%

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Turn flops into par saves—score from the sand or rough

Turn into par saves, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.

Short Game~26 min17 HCP4 drills

Scoring24%

Alignment23%

Aim16%

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Make Par Around the Green

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

Short Game~26 min35 HCP7 drills

Scoring28%

Distance Control19%

Alignment14%

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Pitch 20–35 Yds From Fairway Or Rough

Save par on approaches, for a 16-handicap player, ~15 minutes.

Short Game~26 min16 HCP9 drills

Accuracy30%

Scoring19%

Distance Control18%

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Make Par Around the Green

Mix short game shots, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.

Short Game~26 min35 HCP7 drills

Scoring43%

Distance Control35%

Visualization23%

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Pin hunter: hit every wedge close to the hole

Hit close to hole, for a 11-handicap player, ~15 minutes.

Driving Range30-43 min10 HCP6 drills

Scoring32%

Distance Control30%

Accuracy22%

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Pin seeker: hit every short iron to the green

Stick to short iron line, for a 1-handicap player, ~10 minutes.

Driving Range~31 min0 HCP3 drills

Scoring28%

Dispersion23%

Accuracy20%

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Vary your targets and hit them every time

Control woods rollout, for a 12-handicap player, ~15 minutes.

Driving Range30-31 min11 HCP6 drills

Distance Control30%

Scoring20%

Accuracy19%

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Pick your line and stick it—woods accuracy challenge

Avoid rough with woods, for a 13-handicap player, ~15 minutes.

Driving Range~31 min13 HCP4 drills

Accuracy29%

Distance Control25%

Scoring21%

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Prepare for Tournaments at Sobu

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 Sobu

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

How difficult is Sobu for mid-handicap golfers?

From a scoring perspective, Sobu challenges consistency. With a slope of 120, it remains playable for a wide handicap range. The course rating of 70 reflects on scoring relative to par 72.

What tees should a 15 handicap play at Sobu?

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 Sobu?

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 Sobu and how does yardage affect play?

Measuring 6500 yards at maximum length, scoring depends more on placement than raw power.

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

Sobu is designed as a Parkland layout. 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 Sobu 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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