Practice Programs

Complete Golf Practice Blueprint for Suzuran Kogen Country Club

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Takayama, Gifu, Japan

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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 , 7 days , 8 days , 9 days

AccuracyAimAlignmentDispersionDistance ControlMechanics+4 more

Suzuran Kogen Practice Profile

We've mapped a comprehensive practice profile for Suzuran Kogen, 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 29%Distance Control 23%Precision 17%Dispersion 16%Aim 12%

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

11.1

Minimum HCP

32.8

Maximum HCP

Top Drills

Featured Drills for Suzuran Kogen

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

Short Game26 min

Chip | Rough | Above/Below Feet

Up to 5 players hit two buckets of balls (avg. bucket is 40 balls) from the sloped rough grass; one bucket with balls above feet level, and one bucket with balls below feet level.

Driving Range31 min

Short irons (9,8) | L-R and R-L 9 Targets

Hit 5 balls to each randomly selected target while producing left-to-right and right-to-left shots, using short irons only. Hit one bucket of ~50 balls.

Driving Range31 min

Short irons (9,8) | Birdie-Par-Bogey Radius

Use short irons only to land the ball inside the radius. Hit one bucket of ~50 balls. Keep the score relative to PAR.

Driving Range31 min

Short irons (9,8) | PAR 3 Challenge

Complete the PAR 3 Challenge using short irons only. Hit one bucket of ~50 balls.

Short Game26 min

Chip | Parallel Piles | Multiple Targets

Align a bucket of balls (avg. bucket is 40 balls) into 10 equal parallel piles of 4 balls and stop chip shots close to multiple targets. Count the number of successes.

Short Game26 min

Chip | Fairway | Above/Below Feet

Up to 5 players hit two buckets of balls (avg. bucket is 40 balls) from the sloped fairway; one bucket with balls above feet level, and one bucket with balls below feet level.

Course Details

Everything you need to know about Suzuran Kogen.

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

Nishibora, Asahi

Course Description

Suzuran Kogen is a mountain resort featuring a golf course and villa settlement surrounded by the natural scenery of the Oku-Takayama region in Gifu, Japan. The facility operates as a highland golf club with accompanying resort amenities and villa accommodations, positioned at an elevation of about 1,400 meters. It emphasizes nature, seasonal woodland views, and regional accessibility, offering golfing experiences along with villa holidays and related leisure options. The site markets both the golf course and villa areas as part of a broader resort experience near Takayama, Gifu Prefecture.

golf course • highland resort • villa resort • mountain retreat • Oku-Takayama • gifu prefecture • takayama • outdoor recreation • nature retreat • camping nearby • weight of altitude 1400 meters • seasonal landscapes • golf holidays • golf club • resort accommodations • nature tourism • sightseeing access • area tourism • western japan leisure • japan golf destination

Course Information

Holes

Par

Type

Mountain

Architect

Mano Sadakichi

Opened

1971

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Programs

Skill-Based Practice Programs for Suzuran Kogen

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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Avoid 3-Putt: Chip Inside Circle

Pick landing spot, for a 22-handicap player, ~20 minutes.

Short Game~26 min22 HCP7 drills

Accuracy35%

Scoring19%

Distance Control14%

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

Save par clutch, for a 28-handicap player, ~20 minutes.

Short Game~26 min28 HCP5 drills

Scoring41%

Distance Control31%

Visualization20%

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Tighten up: reduce your driver spread to a minimum

Hit within 10 yards, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.

Driving Range~31 min17 HCP5 drills

Dispersion31%

Precision20%

Scoring16%

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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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13 Week Flagship Program for Suzuran Kogen

A complete and progressive long-term development curriculum mapped from easier to harder drills, specifically for Suzuran Kogen. Start with the basics and work your way towards more challenging drills. Commit to 13 weeks of training and get in proper shape. Four days counts as a week.

Week 1≤ 3 days

Short Game · Bump'n'Run

Keep Ball Close To Hole

Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0

Weeks 1–2≤ 5 days

Short Game · Mixed

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

Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 28.0

Weeks 3–4≤ 7 days

Short Game · Chip

Avoid 3-Putt: Chip Inside Circle

Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 22.0

Weeks 4–6≤ 7 days

Short Game · Sand

Set your sights on the flag: aim for a soft landing

Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 21.0

Weeks 6–8≤ 7 days

Short Game · Mixed

Stick Approach From Hazards

Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 16.0

Weeks 8–10≤ 7 days

Driving Range · Long irons (4,3,2)

Control Long Iron Flight

Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0

Week 10≤ 3 days

Driving Range · Woods (Hy,5W,3W)

Stop Missing 3-Wood Fairways

Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0

Week 11≤ 4 days

Driving Range · Wedges (LW,SW,GW,PW)

Center of the green: reduce spread on wedges

Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 17.0

Weeks 12–13≤ 5 days

Driving Range · Driver

Tighten up: reduce your driver spread to a minimum

Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 17.0

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Set your sights on the flag: aim for a soft landing

Aim for soft landing, for a 22-handicap player, ~20 minutes.

Short Game23-26 min21 HCP7 drills

Aim28%

Distance Control19%

Scoring19%

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Stick Approach From Hazards

Land 3-4 feet away, for a 17-handicap player, ~15 minutes.

Short Game~26 min16 HCP8 drills

Scoring45%

Distance Control31%

Visualization24%

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Sand 10–25 Yds

Save par consistently, for a 14-handicap player, ~15 minutes.

Short Game~26 min13 HCP9 drills

Distance Control19%

Scoring19%

Accuracy17%

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Convert Every Up-And-Down

Convert every opportunity, for a 3-handicap player, ~10 minutes.

Short Game~26 min3 HCP4 drills

Distance Control45%

Trajectory19%

Precision15%

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Keep Ball Close To Hole

Use a short swing, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.

Short Game~26 min35 HCP3 drills

Distance Control25%

Dispersion21%

Scoring18%

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Center of the green: reduce spread on wedges

Center green hits, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.

Driving Range30-43 min17 HCP4 drills

Scoring34%

Dispersion33%

Precision17%

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Can you avoid the bunker from 100-140 yards?

Hit greens with short irons, for a 1-handicap player, ~10 minutes.

Driving Range~31 min0 HCP3 drills

Scoring28%

Dispersion23%

Accuracy20%

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Control Long Iron Flight

Stop missing greens, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.

Driving Range~31 min35 HCP7 drills

Precision33%

Mechanics19%

Aim16%

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Stop Missing 3-Wood Fairways

Control 3-wood roll, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.

Driving Range~31 min35 HCP3 drills

Mechanics30%

Trajectory23%

Precision17%

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FAQ

Frequently Asked Questions about Suzuran Kogen

Get answers to common questions about playing Suzuran Kogen and what to expect.

How difficult is Suzuran Kogen for mid-handicap golfers?

From a scoring perspective, Suzuran Kogen challenges consistency. 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 Suzuran Kogen?

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 Suzuran Kogen?

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 Suzuran Kogen 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 Suzuran Kogen and how should I play it?

The course follows a traditional Mountain 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 Suzuran Kogen 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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