Hit putts with both left and right breaks, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Putting~18 min17 HCP3 drills
Aim38%
Alignment23%
Stroke22%
Practice Programs
Complete Golf Practice Blueprint for Tsukumo Golf Club
Discover tailored practice programs for this course.
Total Programs
18
18 complete programs built for this course
Unique Drills
79
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 , 7 days , 8 days , 9 days
AccuracyAimAlignmentDispersionDistance ControlGreen Reading+6 more
Tsukumo Practice Profile
We've mapped a comprehensive practice profile for Tsukumo, 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%Distance Control 26%Precision 19%Accuracy 13%Dispersion 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.
16.4
Average HCP
8.2
Minimum HCP
30.1
Maximum HCP
Top Drills
Featured Drills for Tsukumo
Most-used drills from for this course. Practice as standalone drills or scroll down for full programs.
Putting15 min
One Handed, Ball Gate, 12 in a Row
Make 12 putts in a row, one-handed through the ball gate.
Short Game26 min
Chip | Perpendicular Ball Lines | Quadrants
Align a bucket of balls (avg. bucket is 40 balls) into 2 perpendicular lines 20 balls per line and stop chip shots inside quadrants. Count the number of successes.
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.
Driving Range31 min
Mid irons (7,6,5) | 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 mid irons only. Hit one bucket of ~50 balls.
Putting18 min
Putting Aid: Alignment Mirror, 15/25
Make 15 out of 25 putts using an alignment mirror.
Short Game26 min
Bump-n-Run | Perpendicular Ball Lines | 9 Stop Zones
Align a bucket of balls next to the green (avg. bucket is 40 balls) into 2 perpendicular lines 20 balls per line and stop bump-n-run shots inside 9 Stop Zones. Count the number of successful stops.
Course Details
Everything you need to know about Tsukumo.
Contact Information
📞
Phone
+44 (0)1250 872622
📠
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
1471, Harubuncho
Course Description
Tsukumo Golf Course is a hillside 9-hole golf course located in the Sasebo area, offering a par-72 layout with both inward and outward nines. The course is set in a natural landscape and provides views of northern Sasebo City, with nearby attractions such as Huis Ten Bosch and local sightseeing routes. In addition to golf, the facility highlights dining options and regional experiences, including hot springs in nearby areas, making it a destination for both golf and leisure in Nagasaki Prefecture, Japan.
nine-hole golf course • par72 golf • sasebo sightseeing • nagasaki golf • european-style course? • gardens and views golf • local hot springs nearby • hiking and nature around golf • golf and tourism • west japan golf • tournament greens • golfing in kyushu • public golf course • scenic golf • japan golf • course layout • driving range nearby • wellness and spa nearby • hore or local cuisine golf • afternoon tee times • nine-hole • par-72 • hillside course • scenic views • sasebo • nagasaki prefecture • kyushu golf • golf tourism • dining on-site • hot springs nearby • nature trails • golf
Course Information
Holes
9
Par
36
Type
Parkland
Opened
1974
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Programs
Skill-Based Practice Programs for Tsukumo
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 18 Programs
% match to course practice profileControl pace from 3 to 20 feet, for a 2-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Putting15-24 min1 HCP4 drills
Precision34%
Scoring33%
Aim20%
Feel the green, for a 21-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Short Game~26 min20 HCP5 drills
Distance Control29%
Precision20%
Alignment17%
Land close to pin, for a 17-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min17 HCP9 drills
Distance Control22%
Accuracy20%
Alignment16%
13 Week Flagship Program for Tsukumo
A complete and progressive long-term development curriculum mapped from easier to harder drills, specifically for Tsukumo. 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
Putting · 9 ft (3m) only
Sink Mid-Distance Putts
Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 17.0
Weeks 1–3≤ 7 days
Short Game · Chip
Stop Ball on Dime
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 25.0
Weeks 4–5≤ 7 days
Driving Range · Long irons (4,3,2)
Control the spin: height and roll as needed
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 29.0
Weeks 5–6≤ 4 days
Putting · 6 ft (2m) only
Focus Aim For 6 Foot Putts
Difficulty: Advanced · Program HCP 9.0
Weeks 6–7≤ 5 days
Short Game · Bump'n'Run
Feel the green—leave every Bump'n'Run inside the safe zone
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 20.0
Weeks 8–9≤ 7 days
Driving Range · Long irons (4,3,2)
Shape the shot: draw or fade with long irons
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 29.0
Weeks 9–10≤ 4 days
Putting · 6 ft (2m) only
Read Subtle Breaks
Difficulty: Expert · Program HCP 1.0
Weeks 10–11≤ 5 days
Short Game · Pitch
Up-and-down contest: how many can you save in a row?
Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 19.0
Weeks 12–13≤ 5 days
Driving Range · Mid irons (7,6,5)
Center of the green: reduce spread on irons
Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 17.0
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Control trajectory, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Driving Range30-31 min17 HCP3 drills
Distance Control42%
Dispersion23%
Scoring15%
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Get StartedControl long iron spin, for a 29-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Driving Range~31 min29 HCP7 drills
Trajectory30%
Precision22%
Mechanics19%
Pick a specific spot, for a 10-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Putting15-18 min9 HCP4 drills
Aim39%
Scoring20%
Alignment10%
Feel the green, for a 25-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Short Game~26 min25 HCP9 drills
Distance Control30%
Alignment17%
Accuracy13%
Save par clutch, for a 19-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min19 HCP5 drills
Scoring35%
Accuracy19%
Alignment12%
Land near the pin, for a 17-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min16 HCP9 drills
Scoring30%
Dispersion16%
Accuracy16%
Pitch close, for a 16-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min15 HCP7 drills
Accuracy32%
Scoring21%
Distance Control20%
Precision from tough lie, for a 13-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min12 HCP3 drills
Distance Control38%
Precision33%
Dispersion12%
Visualize perfect chip, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min17 HCP4 drills
Scoring45%
Accuracy30%
Visualization25%
Center green hits, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Driving Range30-31 min17 HCP5 drills
Dispersion39%
Precision24%
Distance Control16%
Control distance, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Driving Range31-43 min17 HCP4 drills
Distance Control30%
Scoring24%
Trajectory22%
Advanced accuracy, for a 1-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Driving Range~31 min0 HCP8 drills
Scoring27%
Distance Control17%
Precision17%
Control mid iron rollout, for a 10-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Driving Range30-31 min9 HCP9 drills
Distance Control36%
Scoring23%
Trajectory13%
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Get personalized coaching and custom training programs tailored to your game.
Get StartedPerfect long iron trajectory, for a 29-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Driving Range~31 min29 HCP7 drills
Trajectory30%
Precision22%
Mechanics19%
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Prepare for Tournaments at Tsukumo
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 Tsukumo
Get answers to common questions about playing Tsukumo and what to expect.
How difficult is Tsukumo for mid-handicap golfers?
From a scoring perspective, Tsukumo challenges consistency. With a slope of 120, it remains playable for a wide handicap range. The course rating of 70 reflects on scoring relative to par 36.
What tees should a 15 handicap play at Tsukumo?
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 Tsukumo?
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 Tsukumo 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 Tsukumo and how should I play it?
Tsukumo 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 Tsukumo 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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