Sometimes you have a yearning for golf but the weather is not exactly ideal for walking around a course for 4 or 5 hours. Fortunately, indoor virtual golf has come to the rescue. The modern technology on the golf simulators gives such a realistic experience that you might soon forget you are indoors. You can play or practice all year round and enjoy the rest of the facilities most venues offer.
The other advantage is that you can get in plenty of practice in the offseason so that when the weather clears up you will not only have maintained your game but probably improved. The sophistication on most simulators will be able to guide you as to exactly where you are going wrong. This is the perfect way to improve your game and maximize your swing as well as other aspects of your game.
Let’s take a look at some of the top virtual golf venues in Quebec.
Indoor and Virtual Golf Facilities in Quebec
With three outlets in Quebec, Golf 18 offers excellent and highly realistic golf simulators. Choose from a range of courses including such famous names as TPC Sawgrass, Spyglass Hill and the legendary Pebble Beach.
Feedback from the simulators is accurate and informative, allowing you to learn a great deal and improve your swing. They are great for practice or enjoying a round of golf with friends.
A great feature of the technology used at Golf 18 is DataTrac. This ingenious system allows you to keep track of all data which can be accessed via a web link. This will let you look back on past data and track your development. The service is free.
Contact:Laval(450) 688-50502854 Boulevard Le CorbusierLaval, Québec
Repentigny(450) 932-7666591 Boulevard IbervilleRepentigny, QuébecBeauport(418) 661-5904400 Boulevard Armand ParisBeauport, Québec
2. GolfOMAX
Here you will find incredibly lifelike simulators that use a system of dual infrared ball tracking to give accurate ball flight and behavior. Combined with the quality graphics on the 10 ft by 12 ft screens, you will soon forget you are actually playing indoors. All factors you would expect to see on a normal golf course are present in the simulation. There are more than enough world class courses to keep you entertained.
Contact:(514) 633-8881212, Dorval Ave. Dorval, Quebec
The festive and relaxing venue at GOLFIN Dorion uses the state of the art combination of TRUTRAC golf simulators and advanced E6 software. This combination makes for a truly lifelike golf experience. Enjoy a realistic round of golf or get in some practice all year round, no matter what the weather is doing. By using multi-screens, groups of 8 can play at the same time for a unique and enjoyable experience.
There is also a great area to relax and have something to eat and enjoy a few drinks. You can even catch the latest sporting events on the big screens. The venue caters to large groups, parties, team building and business meetings.
Contact:450 218-755583, Rte de LotbinièreVaudreuil-Dorion, QC
4. VGOLF QUÉBEC
VGOLF has a number of indoor golf venues in Quebec as well as several others elsewhere. They use top of the range VGolf simulator in conjunction with E6 software for a hi-definition realistic golfing experience.
VGolf also offers lessons, clinics and regular events. They have a full bar.
Addresses: VGOLF LOUNGE1450 rue Nobel, Local 17Boucherville (Quebec) VGOLF QUÉBECMail de Cap-Rouge1100 de la Chaudière (Cap-Rouge)(418) 653-4653
VGOLF LAVAL379 Curé-LabelleLaval (Fabreville), Québec
5. LeClub Dome
Apart from an interesting menu and drinks, LeClub Dome offers a range of sporting and entertainment options. These include soccer, flag football, indoor softball, ball hockey and a batting cage. Of course, golf is their main specialty.
There is something for everyone from an outdoor mini putt to indoor and outdoor driving ranges. They also offer golf lessons and have a well-stocked Pro Shop. In terms of golf simulators, they have 2 sophisticated GOLFIN Simulators that use the TRUTRAC technology to accurately analyze your swing.
LeClub has something for everyone and will appeal to golfers at all levels. Go for a serious game or practice or just a bit of fun.
514.695.45873000 Rue EdmondKirkland, Quebec, Canada
IF the weather is not conducive to a round of golf on the beautiful course or you don’t have the time for a full round, try the golf simulators at Sherbrooke Country Club. It is also great if you want to practice your game to improve before you get back on the course.
Contact:819-569-65341000, rue MussetSherbrooke (Québec)
7. Golf Club De L’Ile De Montreal
Not only will you find 2 outstanding golf courses at the beautiful CGIM but they also have virtual golf for those that prefer or when the weather does not permit playing outdoors. They also offer lessons.
Hours:Opening hours: 9 am to 11 pmDoors will open at 8:45 am Before 10 am or after 8 pm: reservations only
Contact:(514) 448-60003700 rue Damien-GauthierMontreal, Quebec
8. Chez Putters
Apart from darts, poker and billiard, Chez Putters offers state of the art E6 1.6 Fullswinggolf Simulators. Play a round of golf with your own clubs and a real ball and the simulator does all the rest. All elements of a normal golf course are there for a lifelike golfing experience.
Chez Putters also has a food and drinks, sports on the big screens and a dance floor with DJs. There is plenty to do at Chez Putters.
They have two venues in Quebec:
Contact:Chez Putters Aylmer819-557-1188181 Principale St, Gatineau, QCChez Putters Gatineau819-777-353584 Rue Jean-Proulx, Gatineau, QC
Another exquisite golf club that also has indoor golf facilities for year-round golf is the Tecumseh Golf Club. When the weather turns nasty or you just feel like a bit of indoor practice, take advantage of their HD Golf Simulators.
The club offers a range of other sports and facilities including an excellent menu and, of course, drinks.
Contact:(819) 663-4460475 Saint-Louis streetGatineau, Qc
Wrap up
Do not sit idle during the colder month and get back to the course rusty and out of practice. Virtual golf is fun and exciting and a great idea for some winter entertainment. As with all businesses, sometimes new ones open and old ones shut down, so please let us know if you notice a discrepancy in the list and we will try to keep this up to date. Also, be sure to let us know in the comments about your experience with these indoor or virtual golf places in Quebec! Good luck.
