TrackMan Indoor Golf Simulators Vs Traditional Driving Ranges

For decades, the driving range has been a staple of golf practice. It’s where we go to grind, to loosen up, to test a new move or blow off steam after work. But as technology has evolved — and as expectations for progress have grown — a growing number of golfers are starting to look for something more. And what they’re discovering is a modern alternative that’s changing the way we train: indoor TrackMan practice at My Golf Matters in Wokingham.

If you’ve spent any real time at a traditional range, you’ll know the experience can be hit or miss. You arrive with good intentions, but you’re handed a bucket of tired, scuffed balls that bear little resemblance to what you play with on the course. You hit into a wide-open field, relying on rough distance markers, guesstimating your carry yardages and hoping your swing changes are actually helping. On a busy day, you might be stuck with a worn-out mat in a bay that feels rushed, uncomfortable, or distracting.

Now picture this instead. You walk into My Golf Matters and step into your own private TrackMan bay. The lights are set just right. A coffee from the complimentary drinks machine is in hand. You place a premium Srixon golf ball on the mat, take your stance, and swing. Instantly, your numbers appear on screen: carry distance, club path, face angle, attack angle, spin rate, ball speed — all accurate, all measured. But that’s not all. As you finish your swing, a high-definition replay from multiple angles plays back automatically. You can see exactly what your body and club were doing. Every swing is recorded. Every adjustment is visible. There’s no guesswork. Only facts.

This is why more and more golfers across Berkshire, Hampshire and Surrey are turning to My Golf Matters. Because it’s not just about hitting balls. It’s about practising with purpose — and seeing real results. Whether you’re working on a swing rebuild, trying to gain distance, fine-tuning your wedges or checking your gapping, TrackMan gives you the tools to understand, adjust and improve.

There’s also something to be said for how relaxed and convenient the whole experience is. There’s no wind, no rain, no need to layer up. No traffic noise, no interruptions, no queues. Just you, your swing, and your data — in a perfectly controlled indoor environment. And with off-peak membership pricing at just £15.80/hour, it’s not only more effective than a traditional range session, it’s arguably better value too. Many local ranges now charge around £12/hour, but without the feedback, video analysis, or quality of experience that My Golf Matters delivers.

Of course, this doesn’t mean the traditional range is obsolete. Hitting balls outdoors still has its place, especially when working on trajectory, shot shapes, or adapting to weather. But if you’re serious about improving — and if you want your practice sessions to be efficient, insightful and enjoyable — there’s really no comparison. TrackMan practice is a step forward in how golfers train.

At My Golf Matters, we’re proud to offer this experience to every level of player — from complete beginners to scratch golfers and even professionals. Whether you’re coming in solo, with friends, or as part of a lesson with one of our expert coaches, the mission is the same: to make your practice time as productive as possible.

So if you’re tired of feeling like you’re grinding without getting better — or if you’re simply curious about what your game really looks like under the microscope — come and try it. You’ll never look at the range the same way again.