Adjust stance and grip for better roll, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Practice Programs
Complete Golf Practice Blueprint for The Masters Amakusa Course
Discover tailored practice programs for this course.
Total Programs
12
12 complete programs built for this course
Unique Drills
60
Total unique drills across all programs
Skill Pillars
12
Accuracy · Aim · Alignment · Dispersion · Distance Control · Green Reading
Session Durations
6
3 days , 4 days , 5 days , 6 days , 7 days , 9 days
The Masters Amakusa Practice Profile
We've mapped a comprehensive practice profile for The Masters Amakusa, 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
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.
Top Drills
Featured Drills for The Masters Amakusa
Most-used drills from for this course. Practice as standalone drills or scroll down for full programs.
Putting Aid: Plane Board, Ball Gate, 15/25
Make 15 out of 25 putts through the ball gate, using plane board.
Flop | Parallel Piles | Bullseye 2x
Up to 5 players compete to stop a flop shot in the bullseye. The best final score relative to PAR wins the challenge. One bucket of balls per player is needed.
Driver | 3 Landing Zones
Hit 15 balls to each landing zone using driver only. Hit one bucket of ~50 balls. Count total number of successful shots.
Putting Aid: Chalk Line, 15/25
Make 15 out of 25 putts over the chalk starting line.
Putting Aid: String Line, 15/25
Make 15 out of 25 putts, underneath the hanging string line.
Bump-n-Run | Deep Rough and Other | Uphill/Downhill
Up to 5 players 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 from the uphill slope and one bucket from the downhill slope.
Course Details
Everything you need to know about The Masters Amakusa.
Contact Information
Phone
+44 (0)1250 872622
Fax
+44 (0) 1250 872622
masters@mth.biglobe.ne.jp
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Facilities
Location
2928, Koutsuura
Course Description
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Course Information
Holes
18
Par
72
Type
Parkland
Architect
Masashi Ozaki / Kentaro Sato
Opened
1997
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Programs
Skill-Based Practice Programs for The Masters Amakusa
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 12 Programs
% match to course practice profileRoll to tap-in range, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Flop over hazards, for a 16-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Advanced fairway accuracy, for a 1-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
11 Week Flagship Program for The Masters Amakusa
A complete and progressive long-term development curriculum mapped from easier to harder drills, specifically for The Masters Amakusa. 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.
Putting · 6 ft (2m) only
Control Every 6 Ft Putt
Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 17.0
Short Game · Bump'n'Run
Master the art of touch: no more long comeback putts
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 29.0
Short Game · Bump'n'Run
Dial in your touch from the fringe—leave yourself a no-stress putt
Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 17.0
Short Game · Flop
Land 3–4 Feet From Pin
Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 16.0
Short Game · Flop
Land 3–4 Feet From Pin
Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 16.0
Short Game · Bump'n'Run
Land Ball 2–3 Feet From Pin
Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 16.0
Driving Range · Long irons (4,3,2)
Stop Missing Greens With Long Irons
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Driving Range · Woods (Hy,5W,3W)
Challenge: eliminate off-target woods shots
Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 17.0
Driving Range · Mid irons (7,6,5)
Mid-Iron Trajectory Control
Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 17.0
Stop missing greens, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
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Get StartedAim for soft landing, for a 15-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Stick flops to green, for a 16-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Land near the pin, for a 17-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Control rollout, for a 29-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Avoid fringe with mid irons, for a 11-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Achieve distance accuracy, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Center fairway hits, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Prepare for Tournaments at The Masters Amakusa
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 The Masters Amakusa
Get answers to common questions about playing The Masters Amakusa and what to expect.
How difficult is The Masters Amakusa for mid-handicap golfers?
The Masters Amakusa 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 The Masters Amakusa?
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 The Masters Amakusa?
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 The Masters Amakusa 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 The Masters Amakusa 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 The Masters Amakusa 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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