Spring 2026

Virtual Green

Golfers can practice anytime of year at Xgolf, which has two locations in KC, with friends and drinks. You can even book a lesson with a PGA pro.

Golf simulators are transforming Kansas City homes, garages, and offices into year-round practice—and entertainment—hubs.

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Greg Echlin

 

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n a fall day last year when several Kansas City Chiefs legends gathered in Lenexa to host an annual golf tournament, preparations were underway just down the road for a very different kind of golf experience—one that’s rapidly gaining popularity across the metro: indoor golf simulators.

Inside a nearby Bickimer Homes model, a lower-level space adjacent to an open gathering area had been outfitted with a multi-sport simulator, demonstrating how the technology has evolved beyond traditional golf.

“We’re seeing this trend all over the metro,” says Kristen Kanatzer, chief revenue officer for Bickimer Homes. “Home is where people gather now. It’s the entertaining space—whether that’s a golf simulator, a movie theater, or a full spa and wellness room.”

If not incorporated into a larger entertainment zone, golf simulators—often referred to simply as “sims”—are commonly installed in basements, garages, and even commercial office spaces. As interest has surged, a growing number of Kansas City–area companies now specialize in tailoring installations to fit both residential and business needs.

Ed Jenkins, owner of Shawnee-based Banner Garage, is among them. His company is an authorized dealer and installer of Murphy Golf Simulators, a space-saving system inspired by the Murphy bed that folds away when not in use. The product complements Banner Garage’s broader portfolio of garage upgrades, including epoxy flooring, storage cabinets, slatwall systems, and overhead racks.

“Our primary customer is someone who’s limited on space,” Jenkins says, noting that demand for golf simulators has grown “massively” over the past three to five years.

Daniel and Moran Alon, co-owners of Integrate IT | Automation and Security, have also expanded into simulator installations. Their company specializes in innovative home automation solutions, including lighting control, motorized shades, networking, security systems, distributed audio and video, and custom home theaters. Adding golf simulators was a natural extension.

“We’re seeing more companies bring simulators into their workspaces for employees or owners to enjoy,” Moran says.

B.J. Supple, owner of Assembled Golf Midwest, which serves the Kansas City area as part of his Iowa-based territory, has noticed a shift in consumer perception as well.

“Years ago, people assumed home simulators were too expensive or required an unrealistic amount of space,” Supple says. “They were used to big commercial bays packed with technology, which can feel intimidating. That’s changed.”

Today, it’s common for homeowners or business owners to submit room dimensions and specifications, allowing installers to design systems that fit comfortably within the available space.

With demand continuing to rise, one phrase is being heard more often than ever
in basements, garages, and offices alike: Fore!

Where to Play Indoor Golf in Kansas City

If a golf simulator isn’t available at home or work, the Kansas City area offers a growing list of indoor golf venues:

Play X-Golf

Locations in Parkville (near I-435 and Missouri Route 45) and Leawood (west of Roe near Leawood Town Center). Known for its realism and accuracy.  playxgolf.com

GolfTRK

Locations in Overland Park (161st Street west of Metcalf) and Lenexa (112th Street and Strang Line Road). A third location opened in the Shoal Creek area of Liberty in late 2025, and a fourth location is coming to Prairie Village soon.  golftrk.com

The Fairway Club

Located in Lee’s Summit near Missouri Route 291 and Chipman Road. Features the Foresight Falcon launch monitor.  fairwayclubkc.com

Berry’s Golf and Groove

In Overland Park near 95th Street and Metcalf Avenue, blending golf simulators with dance and fitness experiences.  berrysgolfandgroove.com

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