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| - I purchased a Groupon awhile back since my brother I love to golf. I figured this was a great way to get in some practice before we hit the links so we decided to check this place out last weekend. Definitely not the most convenient location to get to (I'm a west sider so it was quite the hike for me) but being able to get in some swings on a rainy day, it was more than worth it.
FYI - this is solely a review of the dome/driving range, not the other activities they have on the property.
When we got there it was pretty simple to get set up - get a time-stamped ticket, walk through the TIGHT-fitting revolving door (a little awkward when you've you've got a massive golf bag to hug against you), and you pick your spot. We decided to stay on the ground floor - there's a second level driving range too, so there's plenty of room, and set up shop. There's a large container of balls that is yours to dig in to and will be for the rest of the time you're there. Some of the stations had radar to clock how fast your swing is (mine wasn't set up, but my brother said his was working), and there's plenty of space for you to work on everything from your drive to chipping.
There were a few different targets that we had fun aiming towards, but it also helped us practice our accuracy and distance. I also noticed that there were a couple pros giving lessons, so if you've always wanted to learn to golf or want to better your game then this place will give you that option.
Overall it was a good experience - it wasn't too packed on a Saturday at 1:30, there was a comfortable amount of room between you and the golfers next to you, and the little bit of interaction I had with the staff was pleasant.
The one thing I will say is that I can see this driving range experience getting a little expensive. Yes, you get to hit unlimited balls for the time you're there, but they charge by the hour, which is a hefty $18 (and don't think you can get away with fudging the time - they check that time stamped ticket they give you when you first arrive to tally up your total). If you find yourself hitting a ton of balls in an hour, then this would be your place since you can go to town, but if you're like me and manage to need only one XL bag of balls, maybe another split between whoever is with me, you can definitely get that cheaper at your local driving range and be outdoors while you're at it. Plus, if you like to drink an adult bev when you're gettin your swing on, then this wouldn't be the place for you - just a concession stand with your usual snacks and non-alcoholic refreshments.
The one nice thing is that they have a golf simulator - I have no idea what the pricing was and how many they have, but it was requested that you make an appointment in order to get on one (just a head's up). Overall, a fine afternoon and great for the off-season, but I'll stick to my local courses to get my fix.
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