Repeat putts until consistent, for a 3-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Putting15-24 min2 HCP6 drills
Scoring36%
Precision34%
Aim13%
Practice Programs
Complete Golf Practice Blueprint for Yamato Country Club
Discover tailored practice programs for this course.
Total Programs
18
18 complete programs built for this course
Unique Drills
98
Total unique drills across all programs
Skill Pillars
12
Accuracy · Aim · Alignment · Dispersion · Distance Control · Green Reading
Session Durations
7
3 days , 4 days , 5 days , 6 days , 7 days , 8 days , 9 days
AccuracyAimAlignmentDispersionDistance ControlGreen Reading+6 more
Satsuki Practice Profile
We've mapped a comprehensive practice profile for Satsuki, 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 31%Precision 24%Aim 16%Distance Control 16%Alignment 10%
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.
17.2
Average HCP
9.1
Minimum HCP
31.7
Maximum HCP
Top Drills
Featured Drills for Satsuki
Most-used drills from for this course. Practice as standalone drills or scroll down for full programs.
Putting18 min
Single Tee, 50 in a Row
Make 50 putts in a row.
Short Game26 min
Sand | Parallel Ball Lines | 9 Stop Zones
Up to 5 players compete to stop a sand shot in the stop zone(s). The player with the most points at the end wins the challenge. Up to 80 balls are needed.
Driving Range31 min
Driver | Opposite Shots Challenge
Complete the Opposite Shots Challenge using driver only. Hit one bucket of ~50 balls.
Putting30 min
Putting Aid: Alignment Sticks, Ball Gate, 50 in a Row
Make 50 putts in a row from in between two alignment sticks and through the ball gate.
Putting30 min
Putting Aid: Alignment Mirror, 50 in a Row
Make 50 putts in a row using an alignment mirror.
Short Game23 min
Sand | Scattered Ball Lines | Quadrants
Scatter a bucket of balls in the sand (avg. bucket is 40 balls) into 8 equal lines of 5 balls and stop sand shots inside quadrants. Count the number of successes.
Course Details
Everything you need to know about Satsuki.
Contact Information
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Phone
+44 (0)1250 872622
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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
1123. Fukusumicho
Course Description
Yamato Country Club is a golf facility in Nara Prefecture, Japan, featuring a grandeur 27-hole tournament course spread across three distinct layouts. The courses—Satsuki, Ashibi, and Sazanka—offer unique personalities and seasonal floral names, providing a strategic and dynamic golf experience amid historic landscapes and natural beauty. The club emphasizes hospitality and traditional Japanese etiquette, inviting players to enjoy a refined golf lifestyle on-site facilities including a restaurant and member services. Located in Tenri City, the club serves local and visiting golfers seeking high-quality regional golf in central Japan.
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Course Information
Holes
27
Par
36
Type
Parkland
Architect
Fukui Shoichi
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Programs
Skill-Based Practice Programs for Satsuki
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 profileCapitalize on makeable putts, for a 5-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Putting15-30 min4 HCP7 drills
Scoring34%
Precision25%
Aim16%
Set up for high shot, for a 24-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Short Game~26 min24 HCP7 drills
Alignment32%
Accuracy18%
Distance Control17%
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Get StartedVary landing spot, for a 19-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game23-26 min18 HCP9 drills
Distance Control35%
Aim14%
Precision13%
12 Week Flagship Program for Satsuki
A complete and progressive long-term development curriculum mapped from easier to harder drills, specifically for Satsuki. 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
Control 9 Ft Putts
Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 17.0
Weeks 1–2≤ 4 days
Short Game · Chip
Up-and-Down Contest
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 26.0
Weeks 2–3≤ 3 days
Driving Range · Woods (Hy,5W,3W)
Control 3-Wood Roll
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Weeks 3–5≤ 7 days
Putting · 3 ft (1m) only
Reduce Short Putts
Difficulty: Expert · Program HCP 4.0
Weeks 5–6≤ 7 days
Short Game · Flop
Feet, hips, shoulders—are you set up for a high soft shot?
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 24.0
Week 7≤ 4 days
Driving Range · Short irons (9,8)
Hit Short Irons Close To Flag
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
Weeks 8–9≤ 6 days
Putting · 9 ft (3m) only
Make Every Mid-Distance Putt
Difficulty: Expert · Program HCP 2.0
Weeks 9–11≤ 7 days
Short Game · Sand
Feel the distance: bunker to different targets and control your rollout
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 22.0
Weeks 11–12≤ 6 days
Driving Range · Driver
Stop Missing Fairways with Driver
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 35.0
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Advanced fairway accuracy, for a 0-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Driving Range30-31 minUnknown HCP3 drills
Scoring32%
Precision30%
Dispersion15%
Hit fairways consistently, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Driving Range~31 min35 HCP6 drills
Precision29%
Mechanics23%
Trajectory19%
Hit putts with both left and right breaks, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Putting~18 min17 HCP3 drills
Aim38%
Alignment23%
Stroke22%
Commit to the stroke, for a 2-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Putting18-30 min1 HCP3 drills
Precision42%
Scoring32%
Aim13%
Stop on a dime, for a 23-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Short Game23-26 min22 HCP7 drills
Distance Control40%
Aim13%
Dispersion11%
Save par clutch, for a 19-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min18 HCP9 drills
Scoring38%
Accuracy13%
Aim12%
Stop close from 30 yards, for a 16-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min15 HCP8 drills
Distance Control31%
Precision17%
Aim14%
Approach from hazards, for a 16-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min16 HCP5 drills
Scoring45%
Distance Control31%
Visualization24%
Save par clutch, for a 26-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Short Game~26 min26 HCP4 drills
Scoring36%
Accuracy21%
Alignment18%
Match mental image, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min17 HCP6 drills
Scoring38%
Accuracy24%
Visualization23%
Maximize in regulation, for a 1-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Driving Range30-31 min0 HCP7 drills
Scoring33%
Precision19%
Dispersion13%
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Get StartedHit close to flag, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Driving Range~31 min35 HCP4 drills
Precision32%
Mechanics23%
Trajectory22%
Stay on fairways, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Driving Range~31 min35 HCP3 drills
Precision31%
Mechanics30%
Trajectory18%
Improve accuracy, for a 18-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Driving Range30-43 min17 HCP6 drills
Distance Control26%
Scoring26%
Trajectory18%
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Prepare for Tournaments at Satsuki
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 Satsuki
Get answers to common questions about playing Satsuki and what to expect.
How difficult is Satsuki for mid-handicap golfers?
Players often find Satsuki technically exacting. This slope level makes it manageable compared to championship venues. The course rating of 70 reflects on scoring relative to par 36.
What tees should a 15 handicap play at Satsuki?
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 Satsuki?
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 Satsuki 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 Satsuki 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 Satsuki 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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