Exploring the benefits of golf simulators with PGA professional Shahid Bux

I caught up with Fellow PGA professional Shahid Bux who took me through his coaching studio located in Mount Edgecombe. One of his key highlights in the store is his golf simulators and keeping golf the modern way. 

Year-round practice is one of the most significant advantages of using a golf simulator. Regardless of weather conditions, you can play and practice to your heart's content, ensuring that your skills stay sharp throughout the year.

Convenience is another significant benefit. With a golf simulator, you can practice at home, in a golf studio, or at a facility near you, saving travel time and making it easier to fit practice into a busy schedule.

Golf simulators also provide accurate data, which is essential for improving your game. Using state-of-the-art launch monitors like Trackman, you can get detailed feedback on your swing, shot distance, launch angle, ball speed, spin rate, and more. This data helps you identify areas for improvement, allowing you to fine-tune your game.

Additionally, golf simulators offer a variety of courses to play, allowing you to experience famous courses from around the world without leaving your location. This adds variety and challenge to your practice, helping you develop your skills in different environments.

Golf simulators are also an excellent tool for game improvement. You can use simulated scenarios to focus on specific shots, develop consistency, and build confidence. This targeted practice helps you address weaknesses in your game and develop a more well-rounded skillset.

Finally, golf simulators are a fun and social way to enjoy golf. You can play with friends and family, enjoy multiplayer modes, and participate in competitions and relaxed play options. This social aspect of golf simulators makes them an excellent way to spend time with loved ones while improving your game. Catch you on the fairways!

-Sewgolum is PGA AA golf professional and a golf pro for Saudi Aramco. He was voted in the Top 5 of the International Golf PGA Pro 2022.