Sherborne Golf Club in Dorset has become the latest venue to call on the professional services of Golf Swing Systems to install a new state-of-the-art golf simulator.
Despite the club having limited space in which to house the new facility, Golf Swing Systems were able to convert what was once a small, unused cupboard space into a fully functional golf simulator room for members to enjoy.
Working closely with Sherborne Head Professional Wes Caines, Steve Joy, the Director of Golf Swing Systems, made several trips to the club to meticulously measure and design the space to ensure that golfers could swing without restrictions and that members would have a proper location to hone their skills.
To create the space required for the simulator, the decision was made to merge two separate rooms into one narrow, yet elongated space. Ultimately, the room’s dimensions measured 2.79m wide and 3.56m heigh at its highest point, with eaves standing at 2.72m. Given the unusual dimensions, a custom-made screen, tailored to perfectly fit the room’s unique shape and corners, was made.
Before commencing the construction, the entire room was given a ply lining. This not only added an extra layer of insulation to the existing breezeblock walls, but also provided a secure surface for attaching both the screen and wall protection. Additionally, the floor was lined with plywood to create a level surface, ensuring that any hitting mat and putting turf would yield true rolls.
With the room adequately prepared, the installation team proceeded to assemble the simulator, opting for the popular SkyTrak Plus unit. This offered a compact, yet comprehensive simulator experience, providing access to a diverse range of simulator software options.
In this instance, team paired the SkyTrak Plus with TGC 2019, a software solution renowned for its popularity at Golf Swing Systems. Boasting a library of over 200,000 courses and the capability to display graphics at resolutions up to 4K, TGC 2019 seamlessly brought the golf course indoors.
If you have a space – big or small – that could benefit from a simulator installation, visit www.golfswingsystems.co.uk.