Practice Programs

Complete Golf Practice Blueprint for Wakamatsu Golf Club

Discover tailored practice programs for this course.

Kitakyushu, Fukuoka, Japan

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Total Programs

14 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

Wakamatsu Practice Profile

We've mapped a comprehensive practice profile for Wakamatsu, 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 36%Distance Control 20%Precision 16%Dispersion 13%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.

14.5

Average HCP

8.4

Minimum HCP

26.6

Maximum HCP

Top Drills

Featured Drills for Wakamatsu

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

Putting18 min

Single Tee, 15/25

Make 15 out of 25 putts

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 Range30 min

Short irons (9,8) | 5 Ball Flights Challenge

Complete the 5 Ball Flights Challenge using short irons only. Hit one bucket of ~50 balls.

Short Game26 min

Bump-n-Run | Parallel Piles | 9 Stop Zones

Up to 5 players compete to stop a bump-n-run shot in the stop zone(s). The player with the most points at the end wins the challenge. One bucket of balls per player is needed.

Short Game26 min

DIY Course Hard

Make a DIY 9 hole hard-difficulty course. Every hole is PAR 2. Count the score.

Short Game26 min

DIY Course Hard

Course Details

Everything you need to know about Wakamatsu.

Contact Information

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Phone

+44 (0)1250 872622

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Fax

+44 (0) 1250 872622

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wgc@ninus.ocn.ne.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

1560, Otomaru, Wakamatsu

Course Description

Wakamatsu Golf Club is a general incorporated association located in Kitakyushu, Kyushu, with a long history dating back to 1959. It is positioned as a premier golf club in the region, offering seaside and inland course experiences that showcase the natural beauty of the Genkai Sea area. The club emphasizes its historical significance and ongoing course improvements, including a green redesign and turf changes to adapt to modern play. It serves both local members and visitors, highlighting its role as a notable coastal golf destination in northern Kyushu.

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Course Information

Holes

Par

Type

Parkland

Architect

Ueda Osamu

Opened

1959

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Programs

Skill-Based Practice Programs for Wakamatsu

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 14 Programs

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Read Subtle Breaks

Finish putts in one motion, for a 2-handicap player, ~10 minutes.

Putting15-24 min1 HCP4 drills

Precision34%

Scoring33%

Aim20%

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Line Every Short Putt Precisely

Visualize the path to the hole, for a 11-handicap player, ~15 minutes.

Putting15-30 min11 HCP5 drills

Aim36%

Stroke17%

Scoring14%

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Thread the gap: precision Bump'n'Runs to a tight pin

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

Short Game~26 min20 HCP6 drills

Precision23%

Dispersion20%

Alignment19%

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Bump'n'Run 10–20 Yds

Land near the pin, for a 17-handicap player, ~15 minutes.

Short Game~26 min17 HCP8 drills

Scoring28%

Accuracy16%

Distance Control10%

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12 Week Flagship Program for Wakamatsu

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

Weeks 1–2≤ 5 days

Putting · 3 ft (1m) only

Line Every Short Putt Precisely

Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 11.0

Weeks 2–3≤ 4 days

Putting · 6 ft (2m) only

Read Subtle Breaks

Difficulty: Expert · Program HCP 1.0

Weeks 3–5≤ 7 days

Short Game · Chip

Chip 5–15 Yds From Fringe

Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0

Weeks 5–6≤ 6 days

Short Game · Bump'n'Run

Thread the gap: precision Bump'n'Runs to a tight pin

Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 20.0

Weeks 7–8≤ 7 days

Short Game · Bump'n'Run

Bump'n'Run 10–20 Yds

Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 17.0

Week 9≤ 4 days

Driving Range · Wedges (LW,SW,GW,PW)

Control Wedge Roll

Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0

Week 10≤ 3 days

Driving Range · Driver

Control Driver Flight Path

Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 17.0

Weeks 10–11≤ 3 days

Driving Range · Short irons (9,8)

Short Iron Distance Control

Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 17.0

Weeks 11–12≤ 3 days

Driving Range · Wedges (LW,SW,GW,PW)

Wedge Distance Control

Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 17.0

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Precision Short Irons

Precision short irons, for a 1-handicap player, ~10 minutes.

Driving Range30-31 min0 HCP6 drills

Scoring33%

Precision15%

Aim12%

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Pick your line and stick it—long iron accuracy

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

Driving Range~31 min0 HCP3 drills

Dispersion25%

Distance Control23%

Accuracy23%

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Visualize the perfect sand shot, then make it happen

See landing and roll, for a 13-handicap player, ~15 minutes.

Short Game~26 min13 HCP4 drills

Scoring42%

Accuracy32%

Visualization27%

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Land 2 Feet From Hole

Short game from tough lies, for a 1-handicap player, ~10 minutes.

Short Game~26 min0 HCP7 drills

Scoring48%

Distance Control29%

Visualization23%

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Visualize the perfect mixed shot, then make it happen

Match plan to shot, for a 15-handicap player, ~15 minutes.

Short Game~26 min14 HCP7 drills

Scoring49%

Distance Control31%

Visualization20%

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Chip 5–15 Yds From Fringe

Stop near the hole, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.

Short Game~26 min35 HCP9 drills

Distance Control29%

Aim19%

Scoring16%

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Short Iron Distance Control

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

Driving Range~31 min17 HCP3 drills

Distance Control27%

Trajectory20%

Scoring20%

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Control Wedge Roll

Control distance inside 100, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.

Driving Range~31 min35 HCP4 drills

Precision33%

Mechanics23%

Aim14%

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Wedge Distance Control

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

Driving Range30-43 min17 HCP3 drills

Dispersion28%

Distance Control25%

Scoring23%

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Control Driver Flight Path

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

Driving Range~31 min17 HCP3 drills

Scoring27%

Dispersion20%

Precision17%

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Prepare for Tournaments at Wakamatsu

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 Wakamatsu

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

How difficult is Wakamatsu for mid-handicap golfers?

From a scoring perspective, Wakamatsu 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 Wakamatsu?

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 Wakamatsu?

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 Wakamatsu 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 Wakamatsu 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 Wakamatsu 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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