In the winter months, golf might seem like a distant summer memory. Golfing year-round is usually a fantasy only applicable to warmer climates, but a locally owned business in Winkler is changing that with its new high-level virtual golf experience.
Chad Unrau, a golfing enthusiast himself, is the owner behind The Sand Trap, a new destination in Winkler that will enable golfers to improve their game all year round in a relaxed, lounge-like atmosphere — all without the possibility of losing the ball.
Passion for golf, a warm environment
Unrau, along with manager Colton Harder, say “passion for the game” inspired the leisure destination. They also strive to fill the needs of the region. In their experience in the golfing community, the pair has seen that as Winkler grows, its love for golf follows.
Even beyond Winkler, with its warm, friendly environment that boasts attention to detail and two premium golf simulators, the Sand Trap is sure to attract golf enthusiasts from throughout the Pembina Valley.
New golfer? No problem
While The Sand Trap is certainly the place for seasoned athletes to sharpen their skills (the state-of-the-art golf simulators feature practice modes and detailed club head/swing data), it’s also the perfect option for budding golfers.
“We've created an environment that is welcoming for people that are new to the game or want to give golf a try for the first time,” say Unrau and Harder.
To this end, rental clubs are also available at The Sand Trap.
An option to stay active in winter
With rented clubs or your own, the virtual golf establishment is adding to the list of indoor activities that can keep the body warm as the temperatures drop.
“Winter is a very long and cold season and it's important we stay active during these months,” say the pair. “The Sand Trap offers a new and unique way to stay active this winter.”
The simulators at The Sand Trap offer 50 courses, so not only will golfers have an opportunity to get in healthy movement during the long winter, but they will also be able to travel the world to golf from the comfort of a relaxed, multi-screen environment.
Whether it’s a work party/get-together, a special birthday celebration, a way to spruce up a weekday night, or a chance to get the technical data that puts golfers on a fast track to improvement, The Sand Trap promises an experience that’s as social as it is athletic.
The Sand Trap is located at 725 Main Street in Winkler. Booking is now open. Visit The Sand Trap’s website to secure your tee time.