Practice Programs

Complete Golf Practice Blueprint for Suwa Lakehill Country Club

Discover tailored practice programs for this course.

Okaya, Nagano, Japan

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Total Programs

16 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 , 5 days , 6 days , 7 days , 8 days

AccuracyAimAlignmentDispersionDistance ControlGreen Reading+6 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 30%Distance Control 21%Precision 19%Accuracy 14%Aim 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.

Average HCP

9.1

Minimum HCP

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.

Putting18 min

Single Tee, 15/25

Make 15 out of 25 putts

Short Game26 min

Sand Mid

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

Driving Range31 min

Short irons (9,8) | Quadrants

Hit 12 balls to each quadrant using short irons only. Hit one bucket of ~50 balls. Count total number of successful shots.

Putting24 min

Around the Hole: 8 Ball Circle, 4/8

Make 4 out of 8 putts from [6 ft | 2 m], 5 times in total.

Putting18 min

Putting Aid: Alignment Mirror, 15/25

Make 15 out of 25 putts using an alignment mirror.

Putting18 min

Stop the Ball: Circle [Long]

Stop the ball inside the circle.

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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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

7085 Kawagishi

Course Description

Suwa Lake Hill Country Club is a premier golf and resort destination located in Okaya, Nagano, Japan. The facility encompasses a water-and-green 27-hole golf course set at about 1,000 meters elevation, complemented by a full-service hotel to provide a luxurious, all-in-one leisure experience. It operates as a regional resort destination offering golf, hospitality, and event services in the Nagano prefecture. The club emphasizes highland golf experiences with resort-style amenities for visitors and members alike.

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Course Information

Holes

Par

Type

Parkland

Architect

Ben Arda

Opened

1978

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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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Showing 16 Programs

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Stop Missed Opportunities On Mid Putts

Judge distance carefully, for a 2-handicap player, ~10 minutes.

Putting18-24 min2 HCP3 drills

Precision45%

Scoring33%

Aim13%

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Hit Every Long Putt

Work on alignment and starting line, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.

Putting15-27 min17 HCP4 drills

Distance Control35%

Visualization25%

Dispersion23%

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Thread Needle: Narrow Landing Zone

Precision from tough lie, for a 23-handicap player, ~20 minutes.

Short Game~26 min23 HCP6 drills

Precision28%

Aim26%

Dispersion15%

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Can you match your plan to your shot?

See landing and roll, for a 13-handicap player, ~15 minutes.

Short Game~26 min13 HCP6 drills

Scoring41%

Accuracy34%

Visualization25%

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10 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 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≤ 4 days

Short Game · Pitch

Dial in your aim: pitch to a tight pin

Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 25.0

Week 3≤ 3 days

Driving Range · Long irons (4,3,2)

Check your setup: avoid hooks and slices

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≤ 6 days

Short Game · Chip

Thread Needle: Narrow Landing Zone

Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 23.0

Weeks 6–7≤ 7 days

Driving Range · Short irons (9,8)

Hit Short Irons Close To Flag

Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0

Week 8≤ 3 days

Putting · 6 ft (2m) only

Stop Missed Opportunities On Mid Putts

Difficulty: Expert · Program HCP 2.0

Weeks 8–10≤ 6 days

Short Game · Mixed

Feel the green: mixed shots to different distances and control your rollout

Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 22.0

Week 10≤ 3 days

Driving Range · Driver

Control Driver Flight Path

Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 17.0

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Short Iron Accuracy Advanced

Precision short irons, for a 1-handicap player, ~10 minutes.

Driving Range30-31 min0 HCP7 drills

Scoring33%

Precision19%

Dispersion13%

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Hit Short Irons Close To Flag

Hit close to flag, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.

Driving Range~31 min35 HCP8 drills

Precision32%

Mechanics23%

Trajectory17%

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Stop Missing Short Putts

Control pace on every putt, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.

Putting18-30 min17 HCP3 drills

Aim32%

Stroke28%

Alignment23%

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Stick Chip Close To Hole

Chip from rough, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.

Short Game~26 min17 HCP4 drills

Accuracy35%

Scoring23%

Alignment15%

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Up-and-down contest: how many can you save in a row?

Save par clutch, for a 22-handicap player, ~20 minutes.

Short Game23-26 min22 HCP8 drills

Scoring24%

Aim21%

Accuracy21%

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Feel the green: mixed shots to different distances and control your rollout

Feel the green, for a 23-handicap player, ~20 minutes.

Short Game~26 min22 HCP6 drills

Scoring45%

Distance Control34%

Visualization20%

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Dial in your aim: pitch to a tight pin

Hit intended line, for a 26-handicap player, ~20 minutes.

Short Game~26 min25 HCP4 drills

Aim31%

Alignment18%

Scoring18%

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Vary your targets and hit within 5 yards

Consistent long iron rollout, for a 7-handicap player, ~10 minutes.

Driving Range~31 min7 HCP5 drills

Distance Control38%

Scoring24%

Trajectory13%

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Fairway finder: hit every 3-wood to the short grass

Stick to woods line, for a 13-handicap player, ~15 minutes.

Driving Range~31 min13 HCP4 drills

Accuracy29%

Distance Control25%

Scoring21%

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Control Driver Flight Path

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

Driving Range~31 min17 HCP3 drills

Scoring27%

Dispersion20%

Precision17%

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Improve Short Iron Accuracy

Reduce misses, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.

Driving Range~31 min17 HCP3 drills

Distance Control27%

Trajectory20%

Scoring20%

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Check your setup: avoid hooks and slices

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

Driving Range~31 min35 HCP3 drills

Mechanics45%

Precision30%

Trajectory25%

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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?

East 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 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?

Stretching to 6500 yards from the back tees, it does not overwhelm length but rewards accuracy.

What type of course is East 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 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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