As summer temperatures rise across the Valley, many golfers find themselves looking for ways to keep improving their game without spending hours in the Arizona heat. At The Gilly Indoor Golf Club, Mesa residents can do exactly that in an atmosphere that has a country club feel tailored to golfers.
Owner Rob Fillmore opened The Gilly, named after his own nickname from the golf community, after a lifetime of competitive golf with a goal of creating a space that reflected the experience serious golfers want while remaining welcoming to anyone who loves the game. The club offers both memberships and public tee times, as well as a free 90-minute demo session for first-timers.
“Golf is my background. It’s what I do and who I am,” Rob said. “I set out to create a golf-first facility. Everything from the technology we chose to the putting green, the training aids, and the instruction is built around helping people enjoy golf and get better at it.”
That commitment to improvement is one of the things that sets The Gilly apart. The facility utilizes Trackman technology, the same launch monitor system used by many of the world’s top professional golfers. While simulator golf offers a fun way to play year-round, Rob shared that the technology’s greatest benefit is the opportunity it provides golfers to practice more effectively and accelerate their improvement.
“When it comes to practice, lessons, and improving at golf, Trackman is truly head and shoulders above anything else,” Rob said. “The amount of information it gives you, combined with the cameras and data, can shorten the learning curve exponentially.”
The response from the local golf community has been positive since The Gilly’s opening late last year. As a result, several golf professionals have chosen to teach out of The Gilly, giving members and visitors access to club fittings with a certified master club fitter and expert instruction.
Despite its professional-levelofferings, The Gilly also welcomes new golfers and those who want to use the simulator just for fun.
“It’s not just for competitive golfers,” Rob said. “It’s for anyone who loves golf or wants to get better. We’ve had people join because they wanted a fun date night or a place to come with their family, then they start learning what the technology can do and suddenly they’re improving their game in ways they never expected.”
The club even offers games designed for beginners and younger golfers, making it easy for families to enjoy the experience together.
In addition to being family friendly, The Gilly is a true family business with Rob and his wife operating the facility themselves with help from their five children. Rob’s wife also played a key role in designing the space, creating a high-end, comfortable environment that appeals to golfers and non-golfers alike.
The Gilly Indoor Golf Club is located at 5761 E. Brown Road, Suite 13, in Mesa. For more information about memberships, lessons, and public tee times, visit thegillygolf.com.