What size room do I need for a golfing simulator?
Ahh a golf simulator, something many of us dream about having in our homes. Enjoying the gorgeous views from the tee without having to travel? Yes please! Having a way to practice on your game 24/7? Tell me more!
There is no surprise that the popularity of golfing simulator software and equipment has skyrocketed, not only because of the limitations placed upon us due to the COVID-19 pandemic but also due to the fantastic range of benefits. But this means that more and more people are being exposed to a fun and easy way of improving their game, or simply play the sport that they love at a time that suits them.
When you think of an indoor golf simulator, you picture lavish villas with a home gym, pool, and cinema, right? Well, what if we were to tell you that you can incorporate a golfing simulator into your spare room today? That’s right, even if you think your room is too small for one of these excellent pieces of equipment, we’re here to tell you that you may be in for a surprise! Find out our ideal room size recommendation in this blog.
Find out our ideal room size recommendation for golfing simulators in this blog.
How high should my room be for golf simulators?
If you’re an avid golf player, you will know how high your swing will be off the ground at its highest point. This is a crucial judgment so you can be sure that your club doesn’t hit the ceiling mid-swing, restricting your movement and performance. Of course, the taller player you are, the higher this will be, so it is worth keeping that in mind. It is important to make sure you have a free swing for every shot, especially if you are trying to work on your game. This ensures that you are getting as much power on the shot as possible, which is especially crucial on any shots on the fairway.
We recommend that your room is at least 8’2” (2.49m) in height, but ideally, the room should be 10 feet (3.05m) tall to be as safe as possible.
How wide should my room be?
Perhaps surprisingly, your room should always be wider than it is tall if you are looking to install a golfing simulator. Although the actual curtain will certainly not cover the full distance of the room, there are some other things to consider…
For example, if you invite any friends over that are the opposite hand to you, will they be able to play with the same freedom that you are? Perhaps you are a proud player (aren’t we all) and don’t want to consider any potential miss hits? These are all things to consider before you look to install a golfing simulator in your home. We suggest that your room should be 15 feet (4.57m) wide, giving you the appropriate room to take all of these matters into account. After all, we’re sure you want to have the best possible experience when using your device for indoor golf.
How deep should my room be?
The depth of your room is dependent on the choice of which indoor golf simulator you decide on. For a standard golf simulator, we recommend a depth of 15 feet. This allows you to have a distance of 1 foot from the wall to the screen for safety, then a further 8 feet from the screen to the tee. You should also look for at least 6 feet of safe space behind you to ensure that no onlookers will get a nasty surprise from your club!
What are the minimum room requirements for a golf simulator?
We can install simulators in rooms as narrow as 3.5m if you plan to play with a group of all right-handed or all left-handed players. However, the beauty of our trackman launch monitor is that is can be moved easily to accommodate different players. We wouldn’t recommend it mid round of course, but you can do it for people practicing or playing at different times.
We would recommend a minimum room length of 6m and a width of 5.3m. Alongside the recommended measurements mentioned above, this will reduce the likelihood of any injuries – we don’t want any furniture being destroyed.
Using your golf simulator outside
Of course, if it gets too hot for you inside, you may decide to take your golf simulator outside, which is easy enough to do! The recommended distances between the launch monitor and the golf ball are the same as indoors – around 9 feet.
Without an impact screen, your golf simulator, just like one from Trackman, can track your ball for a much longer distance than if you were outside and of course, you have no restrictions as to how hard and fast you want to swing!
Your outdoor golfing set-up, however, should be situated in an area within your outside space, such as your garden, to allow you to let your golf ball fly through the sky!
But don’t worry if you don’t have this space available, you can put together a netted area with similar dimensions to what you have in your dedicated golfing room inside- your golfing simulator will resolve any bumps in the ground by auto leveling. So, if it’s hot inside, you can take your golf simulator outside and when it’s too chilly out, you can go back inside- the world is your oyster!
Which golf simulator should you choose?
Once you have the room set up ready to receive your golf simulator, the next question is – which one should you choose?
The Trackman Virtual Golf Simulator
Here at Black Box Golf, we have partnered with Trackman to provide, provide flagship golfing simulators– ensuring you have access to the best of the best!
It is used extensively with some of the best golfers and their coaches who play on the global stage.
The Trackman can map every swing you make, allowing you to perfect your game and identify where you can make improvements.
It allows you to track and record the progress of your friends!
The Trackman Virtual Golf Simulator is super-fast to set up with calibrations taking less than 2 minutes- giving you more time to hone your skills.
You can connect your iPhone or iPad to make sure valuable feedback is never missed.
You can play famous courses like your golf heroes, such as the PGA National, St Andrews, Bethesda, Innisbrook, and Copperhead.
Unleash your competitive side by competing in virtual tournaments or by challenging anyone across the world to one-on-one games.
Makes sure you are an all-round player by practising any putting scenario to develop your putting skills equally.
Calculates your putt, projects it onto the screen and provides actionable feedback to give clear, improvable advice.
Allows you to enjoy playing the wide range of greens available.
Is widely endorsed by eight times PGA tour winner Bryson DeChambeau.
Includes a dangerously addictive Putt Pong game to relax with once your daily training is complete.
Zen Oracle Indoor Putting Green
The wide range of challenges ensures you continue to learn and develop as a player.
Has easy-to-use in-depth analytics to help you improve your overall game.
Adds variable left and right-hand gradients to your virtual courses with an accuracy of +/-0.1%.
Is used by golf pros, coaches, and experts across the world to improve their game.
Features automatic self-levelling and calibration for ease of use.
Includes the ultra-realistic Zen Master putting turf.
Includes wireless tablet control so it can be manipulated easily and simply.
Can be used alongside the Trackman Virtual Golf Simulator to bring the best of both worlds and improve your game.
As you can see, we have a wide range of options here at Black Box Golf, all guaranteed to get you ready for the 2023 British Open.
However, if you have more questions about which is the best golf simulator for you, feel free to give us a call or message us on WhatsApp on +34 689 647 555 or +44 7733326098 respectively. We would be happy to discuss your exact requirements and find a product perfect for you.
Get in touch with Black Box Golf
Now you know the recommended dimensions for your own indoor golf experience, and you’ve decided on your preferred golfing simulator, why not get in touch with us so we can discuss more about the products we have on offer?
You can email us at info@blackboxgolf.es or fill out our online enquiry form and we will reply as soon as we can.