Practice Programs

Complete Golf Practice Blueprint for Yachiyo Country Club

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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 · Mechanics

Session Durations

3 days , 6 days , 7 days , 8 days , 9 days

AccuracyAimAlignmentDispersionDistance ControlMechanics+4 more

River Side Practice Profile

We've mapped a comprehensive practice profile for River Side, 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

Distance Control 29%Scoring 28%Precision 16%Dispersion 14%Trajectory 11%

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.

21.2

Average HCP

12.9

Minimum HCP

31.8

Maximum HCP

Top Drills

Featured Drills for River Side

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

Putting18 min

Stop the Ball: to the Stick, Eyes Closed [Long]

Stop the ball between the hole and an alignment stick with your eyes closed.

Short Game26 min

Bump-n-Run | Scattered Piles | Quadrants

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

Driving Range31 min

Short irons (9,8) | Left-to-R and Right-to-L Shot

Produce left-to-right and right-to-left shots using short irons only. Hit one bucket of ~50 balls.

Driving Range31 min

Short irons (9,8) | 3 Landing Zones

Hit 15 balls to each landing zone using short irons only. Hit one bucket of ~50 balls. Count total number of successful shots.

Driving Range31 min

Short irons (9,8) | Ladder Challenge

Complete the Ladder Challenge using short irons only. Hit one bucket of ~50 balls.

Putting18 min

Stop the Ball: Inside the Field, in a Row [Long]

Stop 5 balls in a row - one inside each field - to complete the challenge. If miss, fall back two fields.

Course Details

Everything you need to know about River Side.

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@yachiyocc.com

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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

979-1, Sasai, Yachiyo

Course Description

Yachiyo Country Club offers a strategic, multi-course golf experience on a 27-hole layout, situated in Akitakata City, Hiroshima Prefecture. The club features three courses that cater to both beginners and advanced players, with seasonally varied play and events throughout the year. It provides online reservation options for members and visitors, along with various plans, tournaments, and dining at the on-site restaurant. Located in western Japan, the club emphasizes accessible pricing and a pleasant playing environment overlooking the Dashi Reservoir area.

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Course Information

Holes

Par

Type

Parkland

Architect

Robert / Murashima

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Programs

Skill-Based Practice Programs for River Side

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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Make Every 20+ Ft Putt

Hit putts with both left and right breaks, for a 1-handicap player, ~10 minutes.

Putting~18 min0 HCP6 drills

Distance Control31%

Visualization31%

Dispersion22%

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Lag it close: can you control your rollout every time?

Master touch, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.

Short Game~26 min35 HCP3 drills

Scoring32%

Distance Control32%

Dispersion24%

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Short Game 15–35 Yds From Bunker, Fringe, Rough

Land 2 feet away, for a 1-handicap player, ~10 minutes.

Short Game~26 min0 HCP9 drills

Scoring48%

Distance Control28%

Visualization20%

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Improve Driver Accuracy

Control flight path, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.

Driving Range~31 min17 HCP3 drills

Scoring27%

Dispersion20%

Precision17%

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14 Week Flagship Program for River Side

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

Weeks 1–2≤ 6 days

Putting · Long (20+ ft)

Make Every 20+ Ft Putt

Difficulty: Expert · Program HCP 0.0

Weeks 2–3≤ 6 days

Short Game · Flop

Flop 15–25 Yds From Sand Or Tight Lie

Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0

Weeks 4–6≤ 7 days

Short Game · Mixed

Keep Ball Near Hole

Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0

Week 6≤ 3 days

Short Game · Bump'n'Run

Lag it close: can you control your rollout every time?

Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0

Weeks 7–8≤ 7 days

Short Game · Chip

Chip Close: Leave Inside 3 Feet

Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 26.0

Weeks 9–10≤ 7 days

Short Game · Pitch

Feel the distance: pitch to different targets and control your rollout

Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 23.0

Week 11≤ 3 days

Driving Range · Wedges (LW,SW,GW,PW)

Check your setup: avoid fat or thin shots

Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0

Weeks 11–13≤ 7 days

Driving Range · Long irons (4,3,2)

Control Long Iron Flight

Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0

Weeks 13–14≤ 3 days

Driving Range · Driver

Improve Driver Accuracy

Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 17.0

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Short Iron Distance Control

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

Driving Range~31 min17 HCP3 drills

Distance Control27%

Scoring20%

Trajectory20%

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Feel the distance: pitch to different targets and control your rollout

Feel the distance, for a 24-handicap player, ~20 minutes.

Short Game~26 min23 HCP8 drills

Distance Control32%

Precision20%

Scoring14%

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Keep Ball Near Hole

Mix short game shots, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.

Short Game~26 min35 HCP9 drills

Scoring44%

Distance Control34%

Visualization22%

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Chip Close: Leave Inside 3 Feet

Chip close, for a 26-handicap player, ~20 minutes.

Short Game~26 min26 HCP8 drills

Accuracy28%

Scoring19%

Distance Control16%

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Flop 15–25 Yds From Sand Or Tight Lie

Flop from sand, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.

Short Game~26 min35 HCP6 drills

Scoring23%

Aim20%

Alignment18%

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Reduce Misses With Long Irons

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

Driving Range~31 min17 HCP3 drills

Distance Control25%

Trajectory22%

Scoring20%

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Short Iron Distance Control

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

Driving Range~31 min17 HCP3 drills

Distance Control27%

Trajectory20%

Scoring20%

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Control Long Iron Flight

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

Driving Range~31 min35 HCP7 drills

Precision33%

Mechanics19%

Aim16%

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Green hunter: hit every long iron to the putting surface

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

Driving Range~31 min0 HCP3 drills

Dispersion25%

Accuracy23%

Distance Control23%

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Check your setup: avoid fat or thin shots

Perfect wedge swing, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.

Driving Range~31 min35 HCP3 drills

Mechanics45%

Precision28%

Trajectory27%

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Prepare for Tournaments at River Side

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 River Side

Get answers to common questions about playing River Side and what to expect.

How difficult is River Side for mid-handicap golfers?

River Side presents a demanding test. The 120 slope rating keeps it accessible for developing players. The course rating of 70 reflects on scoring relative to par 36.

What tees should a 15 handicap play at River Side?

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 River Side?

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 River Side and how does yardage affect play?

At a full length of 6500 yards, it balances distance with positional strategy.

What type of course is River Side and how should I play it?

Architecturally, it reflects a Parkland style. 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 River Side 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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