Practice Programs

Complete Golf Practice Blueprint for Taiheiyo Club - Gotemba Course

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Gotenba, Shizuoka, Japan

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Total Programs

17 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 , 5 days , 6 days , 7 days , 8 days , 9 days

AccuracyAimAlignmentDispersionDistance ControlGreen Reading+6 more

Taiheiyo Gotemba Practice Profile

We've mapped a comprehensive practice profile for Taiheiyo Gotemba, 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 27%Precision 24%Distance Control 18%Dispersion 16%Aim 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.

15.2

Average HCP

8.2

Minimum HCP

30.1

Maximum HCP

Top Drills

Featured Drills for Taiheiyo Gotemba

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

Putting18 min

Putting Aid: Alignment Sticks, Ball Gate, 10/20

Make 10 out of 20 putts from in between two alignment sticks and through the ball gate.

Short Game26 min

Chip | Perpendicular Ball Lines | Multiple Targets

Align a bucket of balls (avg. bucket is 40 balls) into 2 perpendicular lines 20 balls per line and stop chip shots close to multiple targets. Count the number of successes.

Driving Range31 min

All irons (9 to 2) | Opportunities Discovery

Discover opportunities amongst irons undiscovered shots and clubs worth putting to action more often. Hit one bucket of ~50 balls.

Driving Range31 min

All irons (9 to 2) | Weaknesses Discovery

Discover weaknesses amongst irons shots and clubs to avoid in critical situations. Hit one bucket of ~50 balls.

Driving Range31 min

Mid irons (7,6,5) | Birdie-Par-Bogey Radius

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

Driving Range30 min

All irons (9 to 2) | General Discovery

Discover tendencies by hitting various ball flights to various distances, using irons only. Hit one bucket of ~50 balls.

Course Details

Everything you need to know about Taiheiyo Gotemba.

Contact Information

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Phone

+44 (0)1250 872622

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Fax

+44 (0) 1250 872622

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gotemba-c@taiheiyoclub.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

941-1 Itazuma

Course Description

Taiheiyo Club is a Japanese golf club operator managing a nationwide network of golf courses and golf academies. The group operates 18 golf courses and 3 academies, and hosts a range of professional and amateur tournaments, including well-known events in the Japanese golf calendar. The organization focuses on golf memberships, course operations, and competitive events across Japan. It maintains an official site showcasing its facilities, tournaments, and member services in Japan.

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Course Information

Holes

Par

Type

Parkland

Architect

Shunsuke Kato

Opened

1977

Google Reviews

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Programs

Skill-Based Practice Programs for Taiheiyo Gotemba

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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Sink All Long Putts

Practice uphill and downhill putts, for a 1-handicap player, ~10 minutes.

Putting~18 min0 HCP6 drills

Distance Control31%

Visualization31%

Dispersion22%

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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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Can you stop the ball close from a tight lie?

Feel the distance, for a 17-handicap player, ~15 minutes.

Short Game~26 min17 HCP6 drills

Distance Control28%

Alignment25%

Trajectory14%

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Bump'n'Run From 5–10 Yds

Roll the ball low and straight, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.

Short Game~26 min35 HCP6 drills

Scoring36%

Alignment18%

Distance Control16%

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14 Week Flagship Program for Taiheiyo Gotemba

A complete and progressive long-term development curriculum mapped from easier to harder drills, specifically for Taiheiyo Gotemba. 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.

Week 1≤ 3 days

Putting · 9 ft (3m) only

Align Stroke For Every 9 Foot Putt

Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 12.0

Weeks 1–3≤ 6 days

Short Game · Bump'n'Run

Bump'n'Run From 5–10 Yds

Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0

Weeks 3–4≤ 7 days

Driving Range · Long irons (4,3,2)

Stop Missing Greens With Long Irons

Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0

Weeks 5–6≤ 6 days

Putting · 3 ft (1m) only

Perfect Every 3 Ft Putt

Difficulty: Expert · Program HCP 2.0

Weeks 6–8≤ 7 days

Short Game · Chip

Check Setup: Feet Hips Shoulders

Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 27.0

Weeks 8–9≤ 5 days

Driving Range · Mid irons (7,6,5)

Hit the green with the perfect flight

Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 28.0

Weeks 10–11≤ 5 days

Putting · 9 ft (3m) only

Stop Missed Mid Putts On All Shots

Difficulty: Expert · Program HCP 2.0

Weeks 11–12≤ 7 days

Short Game · Chip

Close from Tough Lie

Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 18.0

Weeks 13–14≤ 7 days

Driving Range · Mid irons (7,6,5)

Center of the green: reduce spread on irons

Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 20.0

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Driver Precision 200+ Yards

Precision from 200 yards, for a 1-handicap player, ~10 minutes.

Driving Range30-31 min0 HCP3 drills

Scoring27%

Dispersion22%

Precision18%

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Stop Missing Greens With Long Irons

Control flight, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.

Driving Range~31 min35 HCP7 drills

Precision33%

Mechanics19%

Aim16%

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Align Stroke For Every 9 Foot Putt

Check putter angle, for a 12-handicap player, ~15 minutes.

Putting~18 min12 HCP3 drills

Alignment37%

Aim25%

Precision12%

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Stop Missed Mid Putts On All Shots

Execute with focus, for a 3-handicap player, ~10 minutes.

Putting18-24 min2 HCP5 drills

Precision41%

Scoring35%

Alignment8%

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Land 2 Feet From Hole

Land 2 feet away, for a 5-handicap player, ~10 minutes.

Short Game~26 min4 HCP7 drills

Precision22%

Distance Control20%

Dispersion19%

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Land 2 Feet From Hole

Stop within 2 feet, for a 1-handicap player, ~10 minutes.

Short Game~26 min0 HCP7 drills

Scoring50%

Distance Control29%

Visualization21%

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Close from Tough Lie

Thread the needle, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.

Short Game~26 min18 HCP7 drills

Precision30%

Aim24%

Dispersion17%

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Check Setup: Feet Hips Shoulders

Match clubface, for a 27-handicap player, ~20 minutes.

Short Game~26 min27 HCP9 drills

Alignment31%

Distance Control20%

Accuracy18%

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Match Mental Image to Result

Picture the roll, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.

Short Game~26 min17 HCP6 drills

Scoring38%

Accuracy24%

Visualization23%

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Driver Distance Consistency 200+ Yards

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

Driving Range~31 min17 HCP3 drills

Scoring27%

Dispersion20%

Precision17%

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Center of the green: reduce spread on irons

Eliminate off-target mid irons, for a 20-handicap player, ~20 minutes.

Driving Range30-31 min20 HCP8 drills

Dispersion34%

Precision26%

Scoring16%

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Tighten your game: keep mid irons within 6 yards

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

Driving Range30-31 min17 HCP9 drills

Dispersion35%

Precision23%

Scoring15%

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Hit the green with the perfect flight

Fade or draw mid irons, for a 28-handicap player, ~20 minutes.

Driving Range~31 min28 HCP5 drills

Trajectory28%

Precision20%

Mechanics18%

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Prepare for Tournaments at Taiheiyo Gotemba

Follow a complete multi-week structured practice program ahead of the upcoming events and arrive prepared.

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FAQ

Frequently Asked Questions about Taiheiyo Gotemba

Get answers to common questions about playing Taiheiyo Gotemba and what to expect.

How difficult is Taiheiyo Gotemba for mid-handicap golfers?

Taiheiyo Gotemba presents a demanding test. 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 Taiheiyo Gotemba?

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 Taiheiyo Gotemba?

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 Taiheiyo Gotemba 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 Taiheiyo Gotemba and how should I play it?

Taiheiyo Gotemba 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 Taiheiyo Gotemba 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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