JANUARY 26, 2024
You mentioned to me that 600+ people can play the game simultaneously and that they can actually compete against each other. Our in-house technology and well trained playmakers make large tournaments and competition very easy to execute. We also have the capability to do teambuilding for corporate companies by playing specifically tailored games. Such games might have different objectives such as breaking down silos, increase communication, strategic thinking and more. Besides being able to cater for large volume of players, the fact that no golfing skills are required is what makes Topgolf this very interesting event solution. This is all fascinating and many people are asking where and when we will see the next Topgolf being built? We are very excited about our second Topgolf venue opening in Jakarta in Q4 2024, we are actively identifying locations across Indonesia, Malaysia, Philippines, Singapore, Vietnam and will hopefully soon announce venue number two in Thailand too. Stephanie, I see you have a large academy space and professional coaches. How does coaching at Topgolf differ from teaching on a regular driving range? We believe that golf must be fun for everyone! Topgolf Academy is a modern center that teaches everyone to play golf; from kids as young as 18 months, Topgolf Academy caters to everyone in a fun, non-intimidating setting. Think nice music, friendly coaches and a welcoming fun area. Every of our 102 bays are fully Toptracer supported and we also offer swing analysis and indoor launch monitor. Golf can be intimidating for beginners so how do you make it more appealing to the masses? Our mission is to make sure that we keep it fun and easy for everyone. Topgolf is the only venue that services complimentary tips from our academy coaches at the tee- line when players come to enjoy
Ladies golf in Thailand has gone global with a host of Thai stars on the LPGA, why do you think Thailand is producing so many great female players? There are many factors to why Thailand is also known as the golf country; the weather, the big options on golf courses and facilities and the accessible price of playing and learning golf in Thailand. One of the reasons I would say why we have more and more Thai stars on the LPGA more than ever is due to the resources/knowledge that we
What is the best part of your job at Topgolf? I don’t think I will have enough space on this interview to list out all the great things on what the best part of being the Director of Instruction/ Head coach at Topgolf Thailand and Topgolf Academy. Being part of the synergy of what Topgolf is about which is creating moments that matters, inspiring and making a difference in not only our guests, students and playmakers’ lives is what I love the most.
the gameplay. Our services are not just for the golf student. Many of our students are accompanied by a parent, spouse or friends and they are equality important to us, whether they watch the lesson from our comfortable lounges or enjoy watching sports at our sports bar or; now those accommodating the student finally have a place they enjoy for themselves as well. Do you have regular classes for those new to golf? Yes, since more than 75% of our
guests at Topgolf are beginners, our most popular academy classes that we offer for beginners are the “Youngster Passports group sessions for kids (5-12 yrs old) which happens every Sundays 10:00-11:00am (550.-/ pax) and the “Get Into Golf” group sessions for adults which happens every Saturdays 10:00-11:00am (650.-/pax). Those classes are mainly for beginners to not only learn the foundation of golf (posture, swing, putting, rules, etiquette and more…) but also to get to meet new people and have a new group of friends to have fun.
are bringing into Thailand and the momentum of role models. Its like once one role model shows how its possible to climb the ladder, others have the drive to pick-up that momentum. And for us at Topgolf Thailand and Topgolf Academy is to make sure that we create a unforgettable experience to beginners and to grow the game of golf and the golf industry to someday create more rockstars. Watch out, coz more stars are coming and some of these future stars will have been introduced to the game by Topgolf !!
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Being part of the synergy of what Topgolf is about, creating memorable moments and inspiring our guests, students and playmakers is what I love the most. - Stephanie Oukeo ”
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