Practice Programs

Complete Golf Practice Blueprint for Tsukuiko Golf Club

Discover tailored practice programs for this course.

Sagamihara, Kanagawa, 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 , 4 days , 5 days , 6 days , 7 days , 8 days , 9 days

AccuracyAimAlignmentDispersionDistance ControlGreen Reading+6 more

Yamabuki Practice Profile

We've mapped a comprehensive practice profile for Yamabuki, 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 24%Scoring 24%Distance Control 19%Alignment 16%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.

20.8

Average HCP

10.9

Minimum HCP

35.1

Maximum HCP

Top Drills

Featured Drills for Yamabuki

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

Putting18 min

Putting Aid: Chalk Line, 10/20

Make 10 out of 20 putts over the chalk starting line.

Short Game26 min

Bump-n-Run | Perpendicular Ball Lines | 3 Landing Zones

Align a bucket of balls next to the green (avg. bucket is 40 balls) into 2 perpendicular lines 20 balls per line and hit-and-land bump-n-run shots inside landing zones. Count the number of successes.

Driving Range31 min

Long irons (4,3,2) | Around the Stick

Curve the ball around the alignment stick using using long irons only. Hit one bucket of ~50 balls.

Putting18 min

Putting Aid: Plane Board, Ball Gate, 10/20

Make 10 out of 20 putts through the ball gate, using plane board.

Putting18 min

Putting Aid: String Line, 10/20

Make 10 out of 20 putts, underneath the hanging string line.

Putting18 min

Single Tee, 10/20

Make 10 out of 20 putts.

Course Details

Everything you need to know about Yamabuki.

Contact Information

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Phone

+44 (0)1250 872622

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Fax

+44 (0) 1250 872622

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info@tsukuiko-gc.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

492 Mikage

Course Description

Tsukuiko Golf Club is a historic golf facility in Sagamihara, Kanagawa, Japan. Opened in 1965, it features three main courses—Rindou, Shiroyuri, and Yamabuki—offering strategic layouts that challenge golfers of all levels, from beginners to competitive players. The club highlights seasonal and hole-by-hole natural changes, with amenities including a restaurant, facility tours, and guest access, while also providing web and member reservations. It serves the regional golf community in the Kanagawa area with a focus on traditional course play and member services.

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Course Information

Holes

Par

Type

Parkland

Architect

Izumi Ikkai

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Programs

Skill-Based Practice Programs for Yamabuki

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 Mid-Distance Putts

Hit putts with both left and right breaks, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.

Putting~18 min17 HCP3 drills

Aim38%

Alignment23%

Stroke22%

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Hit Cup More Often Precisely

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

Putting18-24 min2 HCP5 drills

Precision41%

Scoring35%

Aim8%

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Check your clubface: does it match your target?

Set up for success, for a 32-handicap player, ~30 minutes.

Short Game~26 min32 HCP6 drills

Alignment37%

Scoring27%

Aim25%

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Picture Perfect Roll

Match mental image, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.

Short Game~26 min17 HCP6 drills

Scoring38%

Accuracy24%

Visualization23%

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12 Week Flagship Program for Yamabuki

A complete and progressive long-term development curriculum mapped from easier to harder drills, specifically for Yamabuki. Start with the basics and work your way towards more challenging drills. Commit to 12 weeks of training and get in proper shape. Four days counts as a week.

Week 1≤ 3 days

Putting · 9 ft (3m) only

Sink Mid-Distance Putts

Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 17.0

Weeks 1–2≤ 3 days

Short Game · Sand

Get Out of Bunker Safely

Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0

Weeks 2–3≤ 4 days

Driving Range · Mid irons (7,6,5)

Check your setup: avoid fat or thin shots

Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0

Weeks 3–4≤ 6 days

Putting · 3 ft (1m) only

Focus On Cup Accuracy

Difficulty: Expert · Program HCP 2.0

Weeks 5–6≤ 6 days

Short Game · Pitch

Check your clubface: does it match your target?

Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 32.0

Weeks 6–8≤ 7 days

Driving Range · Long irons (4,3,2)

Eliminate Hook With Long Irons

Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0

Weeks 8–9≤ 5 days

Putting · 9 ft (3m) only

Hit Cup More Often Precisely

Difficulty: Expert · Program HCP 2.0

Weeks 9–10≤ 5 days

Short Game · Flop

Can you stop the ball close from a tight lie?

Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 31.0

Weeks 10–12≤ 6 days

Driving Range · Woods (Hy,5W,3W)

3-Wood Distance Accuracy

Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 17.0

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3-Wood Distance Accuracy

Improve 3-wood accuracy, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.

Driving Range30-31 min17 HCP6 drills

Precision34%

Dispersion25%

Scoring15%

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Improve Wedge Accuracy

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

Driving Range30-43 min17 HCP3 drills

Dispersion28%

Distance Control25%

Scoring23%

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Focus On Cup Accuracy

Perfect aim and stroke, for a 2-handicap player, ~10 minutes.

Putting15-30 min2 HCP6 drills

Scoring35%

Precision29%

Aim14%

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Pinpoint accuracy: leave yourself a tap-in from anywhere

Thread the gap, for a 23-handicap player, ~20 minutes.

Short Game~26 min23 HCP9 drills

Precision23%

Scoring19%

Distance Control15%

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Can you stop the ball close from a tight lie?

Stop close from tight lie, for a 32-handicap player, ~30 minutes.

Short Game25-26 min31 HCP5 drills

Distance Control28%

Precision19%

Dispersion15%

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Check Setup: Feet Hips Shoulders

Check setup, for a 28-handicap player, ~20 minutes.

Short Game~26 min27 HCP7 drills

Alignment30%

Distance Control25%

Accuracy17%

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Get Out of Bunker Safely

Escape safely, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.

Short Game~26 min35 HCP3 drills

Distance Control24%

Aim21%

Precision16%

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Flop 25–40 Yds From Bunker Or Fringe

Stop 2 feet away, for a 4-handicap player, ~10 minutes.

Short Game~26 min4 HCP4 drills

Distance Control26%

Precision22%

Aim13%

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Square up and send it: perfect alignment for Bump'n'Runs

Test your setup, for a 30-handicap player, ~20 minutes.

Short Game~26 min29 HCP7 drills

Distance Control35%

Alignment29%

Precision10%

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Tighten it up: keep long irons within 8 yards

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

Driving Range~31 min17 HCP5 drills

Dispersion33%

Precision17%

Scoring16%

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Pick your line and stick it—wedge accuracy

Stick to wedge line, for a 8-handicap player, ~10 minutes.

Driving Range30-43 min7 HCP8 drills

Distance Control34%

Scoring31%

Accuracy23%

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Check your setup: avoid fat or thin shots

Avoid fat or thin shots, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.

Driving Range~31 min35 HCP4 drills

Mechanics45%

Precision30%

Trajectory25%

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Eliminate Hook With Long Irons

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

Driving Range~31 min35 HCP7 drills

Precision33%

Mechanics19%

Aim16%

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Prepare for Tournaments at Yamabuki

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 Yamabuki

Get answers to common questions about playing Yamabuki and what to expect.

How difficult is Yamabuki for mid-handicap golfers?

Yamabuki 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 35.

What tees should a 15 handicap play at Yamabuki?

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 Yamabuki?

With a course rating of 70 and par 35, a mid-handicap golfer would typically score in the mid to high 80s. Stronger players aiming to break 35 must manage approach shots and avoid penalty strokes.

How long is Yamabuki 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 Yamabuki and how should I play it?

Yamabuki 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 Yamabuki 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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