Technology was a dedicated , ever-evolving group in pursuit of perfection .
Players hit from a variety of fairway , rough and sand surfaces . And , to quote Carole King , “ the earth moved under their feet ” as mobile platforms recreated sidehill and other angled lies . They checked their apps for captured best shots and video replays . The same app connects users to a system that tracks self-improvement and rankings against others worldwide . Driving range bays cost $ 35 per hour , while the Vision Plus studio is $ 60 per hour for single or group play .
“ There are not a lot of simulators like we have here in Northern Virginia — with a bar , driving range and golf courses . People come because they can hit a lot of balls , check analytics and have course choices . You ought to be here on the weekends ,” says General Manager Derek Kim , who marvels at wall-to-wall Friday and Saturday night revelers consuming extensive food and beverage options .
Golf may bring his customers in , but the refreshments seem to keep them on-site . Many of Kim ’ s patrons gravitate to his five Vision Plus studios for fun and games , including access to more than 240 golf courses worldwide .
New Frontier
For GOLFZON , the best may be yet to come . In February , just outside Charleston , S . C ., the company installed its first TwoVisionNX system — the latest addition to its state-of-art line of hyper-realistic golf simulators , developed over the course of 25 years .
“ TwoVisionNX provides by far the most realistic indoor golf experience ever seen ,” says Steve Brown , Director of Marketing for GOLFZON . “ The moving floor now includes 64 directional movements that automatically shift to recreate hundreds of thousands of different stances and lies . The new weight shift analysis sensor allows players to receive instant feedback on their weight distribution , be it foot-to-foot or heel-to-toe , from address , backswing and impact to follow-through .”
In addition to playing 240 courses and a traditional driving range mode , the simulator
We believe that the TwoVisionNX will redefine how golfers play and train indoors .”
SEAN PYUN , GOLFZON CEO
features a new approach range with a target green surrounded by 18 hitting zones . Players can practice from fairway , rough or bunker lies , as well as uphill or downhill stances . A dedicated putting range offers customizable slope and green speed settings . And as a bonus , every data point from every club tracked in the My Practice mode is accessible anytime , anywhere via the GOLFZON mobile app .
In its upgrade for the latest in the Vision line of simulators , GOLFZON has incorporated the Unreal Engine 5 graphics platform ( think PlayStation 5 , Xbox , etc .). This cutting-edge technology boasts stunning graphics and enables the player to see tees spin , sand spray and divots fly . Enhanced game modes and an expanded Network
SIMULATOR GOLF
6.2
million Americans use simulators annually
CURRENT GOLFER SIM ADVANTAGES
Increased time efficiency Realistic course play Instant , detailed feedback Customizable settings Multiplayer options
GOLFZON TOUR
NEWBIE BENEFITS
Beginner-friendly surroundings Safe learning environment Speed of play
GOLFZON TECH ADVANTAGES
Auto tee-up system Hydraulic moving floor
Short game / putting capabilities
Network play connectivity
Play allows users to connect and compete in real-time multiplayer tournaments and matches among up to 10,000 golfers .
As the global leader in golf simulator technology , CEO Pyun sees TwoVisionNX “ raising the bar once again to create an unparalleled golfing experience that combines the thrill of the game with innovative technology . We believe that the TwoVisionNX will redefine how golfers play and train indoors .”
Going Forward
Is digital golf the future ? “ The success or failure of TGL should not have a big effect on simulator use ,” says Lindsay . “ I remain optimistic about the synergy found in independent simulator venues with teaching professionals . Instruction , combined with instant simulator feedback , allows the golfers to get better faster than ever before . So , they present one hell of an opportunity . Digital-based simulators have tremendous potential to grow the game .
“ There are some big things going to happen in the world of simulators ,” he continues . “ When you have this much interest and availability , it ’ s like any other form of technology . There will be technological advances that drive down the cost and change the simulator and launch monitor markets significantly .”
And when it does , you can expect GOLF- ZON to be at the forefront .
SIM MARKET PLAYERS
GOLFZON Full Swing Golf Trackman Five Iron Golf OptiShot Golf SkyTrak GCC Uneekor , Inc .
Golf Advanced Golf Simulators LLC
IST Networks VGolf TruGolf BOGolf
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