# What does an indoor golf simulator studio need from the building?

> What an indoor golf simulator studio needs from the building: ceiling height, bay width and depth from the makers, and the change of use. Cruzz Construction.

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An indoor golf simulator studio needs bays tall, wide and deep enough for a full swing and for the launch monitor it uses, and a unit approved for the new use. Trackman lists a ceiling of 10 feet or more and a room width of 15 feet or more, and the depth depends on the unit. Cruzz Construction builds golf studio fit-outs in Hamilton, Halton and the GTA, and sizes the bays to the maker's numbers.

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## How big does a simulator bay need to be?

As big as the simulator maker says, for that model. [Trackman](https://www.trackman.com/blog/how-much-room-for-a-golf-simulator) lists a ceiling of 3.0 m (10 ft) or more and a room width of 4.6 m (15 ft) or more for both its iO and Trackman 4 units; the iO wants 3.0 m from screen to ball, and the Trackman 4 wants 5.5 m (18 ft) or more from screen to unit. [TruGolf](https://trugolf.com/news/golf-simulator-room-dimensions-how-much-space-do-you-really-need/) gives 9 feet as the minimum ceiling and 12 to 16 feet wide by 15 to 20 feet deep as ideal.

## Why does the ceiling height decide the unit?

Because it cannot be changed later. A bay can be made wider or deeper by moving a wall; a low ceiling, or a beam or duct in the swing path, cannot be fixed by a fit-out. Measure the clear height under the lowest beam, duct and sprinkler line in each bay before signing the lease.

## Does a golf studio need a change of use?

Often. A unit last used as a store or office becomes a recreation use, and municipalities check that against zoning: Mississauga and Oakville issue a [Zoning Certificate of Occupancy](https://www.mississauga.ca/services-and-programs/building-and-renovating/zoning-information/zoning-certificate-of-occupancy/) for a new business in a unit. The construction also needs a building permit; Hamilton's route starts with its [small-business permit guidance](https://www.hamilton.ca/build-invest-grow/starting-small-business/permits-inspections/building-permits-small-businesses).

## What goes into a bay besides the screen?

Power and data for the projector, computer and launch monitor at the positions the supplier specifies, blocking in the ceiling for mounts, impact padding and netting on the walls around the screen, and lighting that does not wash out the projection. Sound between bays and neighbours is worth settling with the landlord early.

## What should a studio send to get the build priced?

The simulator model for each bay and its install drawings, the number of bays, the unit's drawings or a measured plan with ceiling heights, the landlord's criteria and any bar or lounge area. Most studios are [tenant improvements](https://cruzzconstruction.com/commercial/tenant-improvements/); a lounge with food brings in the [restaurant](https://cruzzconstruction.com/commercial/restaurant-renovations/) requirements, and [general contracting](https://cruzzconstruction.com/commercial/general-contracting/) explains who runs the job.

**Simulator room sizes published by two makers**

| Source | Ceiling | Width | Depth |
| --- | --- | --- | --- |
| Trackman iO | 3.0 m (10 ft) or more | 4.6 m (15 ft) or more | 3.0 m (10 ft) or more, screen to ball |
| Trackman 4 | 3.0 m (10 ft) or more | 4.6 m (15 ft) or more | 5.5 m (18 ft) or more, screen to unit |
| TruGolf, minimum | 9 ft | 10 ft | 12 to 15 ft |
| TruGolf, ideal | 10 ft or more | 12 to 16 ft | 15 to 20 ft |

Published by Cruzz Construction, Hamilton. Updated November 4, 2026.

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