Read long breaks, for a 9-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Putting15-18 min9 HCP8 drills
Distance Control43%
Visualization41%
Dispersion12%
Practice Programs
Complete Golf Practice Blueprint for Susono Country Club
Discover tailored practice programs for this course.
Total Programs
15
15 complete programs built for this course
Unique Drills
83
Total unique drills across all programs
Skill Pillars
11
Accuracy · Aim · Alignment · Dispersion · Distance Control · Mechanics
Session Durations
5
3 days , 4 days , 6 days , 7 days , 8 days
AccuracyAimAlignmentDispersionDistance ControlMechanics+5 more
Susono Practice Profile
We've mapped a comprehensive practice profile for Susono, 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
Precision 23%Distance Control 22%Scoring 21%Aim 16%Accuracy 15%
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.
20.2
Average HCP
11.3
Minimum HCP
35.4
Maximum HCP
Top Drills
Featured Drills for Susono
Most-used drills from for this course. Practice as standalone drills or scroll down for full programs.
![Diagram for Stop the Ball: Circle, Eyes Closed [Long]](https://cdn.prod.website-files.com/65d60f76badcce181f11dc50/665b356193809ca2e8eb0df7_Slide77.PNG)
Putting18 min
Stop the Ball: Circle, Eyes Closed [Long]
Stop the ball inside the circle with your eyes closed.
Short Game26 min
Pitch | Fairway | Uphill/Downhill
Hit two buckets of balls (avg. bucket is 40 balls) from the sloped fairway; one bucket from the uphill slope and one bucket from the downhill slope.
Driving Range31 min
Wedges (LW to PW) | Straight Shot
Produce straight shots using wedges only. Hit one bucket of ~50 balls.
![Diagram for Stop the Ball: to the Stick, Eyes Closed [Long]](https://cdn.prod.website-files.com/65d60f76badcce181f11dc50/665b4469ca4087c9c11b4297_Slide91.PNG)
Putting18 min
Stop the Ball: to the Stick, Eyes Closed [Long]
Stop the ball between the hole and an alignment stick with your eyes closed.
![Diagram for Stop the Ball: Inside the Field [Long]](https://cdn.prod.website-files.com/65d60f76badcce181f11dc50/665b3333053ac0f43d89ac0e_Slide71.PNG)
Putting15 min
Stop the Ball: Inside the Field [Long]
Stop the ball inside five fields to complete the challenge.
![Diagram for Stop the Ball: Inside the Field, Eyes Closed [Long]](https://cdn.prod.website-files.com/65d60f76badcce181f11dc50/665887a0c4f4a790542a56e3_Slide18.PNG)
Putting18 min
Stop the Ball: Inside the Field, Eyes Closed [Long]
Stop the ball inside all five fields - with your eyes closed - to complete the challenge.
Course Details
Everything you need to know about Susono.
Contact Information
📞
Phone
+44 (0)1250 872622
📠
Fax
+44 (0) 1250 872622
✉️Email
info@susono-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
1060 Imasato
Course Description
Susono Country Club is a premier golf club in Susono, Shizuoka, Japan, featuring a challenging course renowned for its high-quality conditioning and meticulous hospitality. The club emphasizes precise advice from its professional staff and a guest experience built on hospitality and etiquette. It hosts notable events including the PGA Senior Tour FANCL Classic and offers amenities such as a restaurant and member services, with convenient access from the Susono area near Fuji. The facility positions itself as a top-tier golfing destination within the prefecture for both members and guests.
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Course Information
Holes
18
Par
72
Type
Parkland
Architect
Kimura Hiroshi
Opened
1985
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Programs
Skill-Based Practice Programs for Susono
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 15 Programs
% match to course practice profilePick a specific spot, for a 13-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Putting15-18 min13 HCP4 drills
Aim39%
Alignment18%
Stroke16%
Land close to pin, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Short Game~26 min34 HCP8 drills
Scoring23%
Aim19%
Alignment19%
Check clubface, for a 23-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Short Game~26 min23 HCP3 drills
Alignment33%
Accuracy27%
Distance Control20%
11 Week Flagship Program for Susono
A complete and progressive long-term development curriculum mapped from easier to harder drills, specifically for Susono. Start with the basics and work your way towards more challenging drills. Commit to 11 weeks of training and get in proper shape. Four days counts as a week.
Week 1≤ 4 days
Putting · 6 ft (2m) only
Focus Aim For 6 Foot Putts
Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 13.0
Weeks 2–3≤ 7 days
Putting · Long (20+ ft)
Read Breaks Correctly On Each Long Putt
Difficulty: Advanced · Program HCP 9.0
Weeks 4–5≤ 7 days
Short Game · Pitch
Keep Par Safe
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 34.0
Week 6≤ 3 days
Short Game · Chip
Avoid 3-Putt: Chip Inside Circle
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 29.0
Weeks 6–7≤ 3 days
Short Game · Pitch
Get square for a pure strike: alignment focus
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 23.0
Weeks 7–8≤ 3 days
Short Game · Sand
Turn bunker shots into par saves—score from the sand
Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 18.0
Weeks 8–9≤ 4 days
Driving Range · Mid irons (7,6,5)
Perfect your swing: mechanics for mid iron success
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Week 9≤ 3 days
Driving Range · Woods (Hy,5W,3W)
Perfect your swing: mechanics for woods success
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Weeks 10–11≤ 6 days
Driving Range · Wedges (LW,SW,GW,PW)
Wedge Distance Control Inside 100 Yards
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
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Get StartedControl distance inside 100, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Driving Range~31 min35 HCP6 drills
Precision26%
Mechanics23%
Trajectory18%
Consistent mid iron contact, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Driving Range~31 min35 HCP4 drills
Mechanics45%
Precision30%
Trajectory25%
Stick flops to green, for a 16-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min16 HCP8 drills
Distance Control24%
Scoring17%
Accuracy15%
Stick chips near hole, for a 17-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min17 HCP6 drills
Accuracy27%
Distance Control19%
Alignment16%
Flop from bunkers, for a 3-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Short Game~26 min2 HCP7 drills
Precision27%
Distance Control20%
Aim14%
Turn into par saves, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min18 HCP3 drills
Scoring32%
Accuracy28%
Distance Control22%
Avoid 3-putt, for a 29-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Short Game~26 min29 HCP3 drills
Scoring29%
Accuracy27%
Aim18%
Pinpoint sand shots, for a 15-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min15 HCP8 drills
Distance Control29%
Precision19%
Aim17%
Achieve distance accuracy, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Driving Range30-31 min17 HCP6 drills
Precision34%
Dispersion25%
Scoring15%
Advanced fairway accuracy, for a 1-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Driving Range30-31 min0 HCP6 drills
Scoring29%
Precision20%
Trajectory13%
Match swing to shot, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Driving Range~31 min35 HCP3 drills
Mechanics45%
Trajectory28%
Precision27%
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Prepare for Tournaments at Susono
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 Susono
Get answers to common questions about playing Susono and what to expect.
How difficult is Susono for mid-handicap golfers?
Susono presents a demanding test. 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 Susono?
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 Susono?
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 Susono 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 Susono 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 Susono 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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