Albatross offers FORKSful of indoor golfing fun

Seeking the best spot in town to play a round with your partner and have one truly great date? At Albatross Indoor Golf Club, everyone can take a swing at some of the world's most famous courses without ever leaving Grand Forks!

Since its inception in 2012, Albatross has been located at few different locations but now feels right at home in Columbia Mall. The expansive space is perfect for a variety of group outings. Whether planning a company, birthday or bachelor/bachelorette party, Albatross is the perfect place to hold your upcoming get-together. With multiple golf simulators and venue rental options, their stellar staff can accommodate small group events or large gatherings of 100+.

Albatross offers a variety of snacks plus both alcoholic and nonalcoholic beverages for purchase.Albatross features three aboutGolf simulators, which is the leading golf simulator brand in the industry. These optical based launch monitors are incredibly accurate, all the way from driving to putting. You will not find a more accurate and entertaining golfing experience around! Tee it up on any of the more than 90 courses and games available to play including fan-favorite courses like Pebble Beach, St. Andrews, TPC Sawgrass and Harbour Town. Practice on the driving range, hit at a green, bullseye or try to shatter a pane of glass. Albatross’ simulators and equipment allow for training and feedback that you just can’t get out on the course. Be sure to inquire about the options available for instruction and feedback utilizing the Swing & Balance Analysis Simulator, Trackman and even lessons with an on-site instructor.

Owner Andrew Krauseneck is very excited to announce Albatross’ latest upcoming addition: a firearm simulator! It will include trap shooting, target shooting, hunting and other entertainment type games. This state-of-the-art simulator offers extremely accurate tracking with red laser replica guns, which are very close to the weight and feel of a real firearm. Stay tuned for the grand premier date!

If you would like further information about this grand facility, go to Albatrossgf.com. While there, book a tee time and/or venue space for your next big upcoming event.

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