By: Gio Dinsay
For more than two decades, my career has been rooted in one core belief: when technology, performance, and accessibility intersect, people thrive.
I’ve spent 27 years as a licensed physical therapist in New York, helping patients restore movement, rebuild strength, and return to the activities they love. In 2008, I took a leap of faith and opened my own private practice. I started small, working two half days a week in my first location, handling everything myself. Over time, that single office grew into something much bigger. Today, I operate 22 outpatient clinics across Long Island and Queens, with three more in development this year.
That journey taught me how to scale thoughtfully, how to lead teams, and how to build businesses that serve both people and communities. It’s also what ultimately led me to indoor golf.
Discovering a Bigger Opportunity
Like many entrepreneurs, I didn’t set out looking for my next venture; it found me. I’ve always been drawn to technology, particularly innovations that enhance real-world experiences. When I learned more about the evolution of indoor golf and the technology behind TruGolf, it immediately resonated with me.
What really caught my attention was the company’s roots in gaming technology. As someone who spent plenty of time gaming in my younger years, especially on Xbox, I understood how powerful immersive, data-driven experiences can be. Seeing that same level of sophistication applied to golf, with realistic graphics, precision analytics, and advanced simulation, was compelling.
But this wasn’t just about golf. It was about what indoor golf could become.
The Healthcare Connection
My background in healthcare plays a much larger role in this business than people might expect. Many of my colleagues, doctors, surgeons, chiropractors, attorneys, and diagnostic-facility owners are passionate golfers. On Long Island, golf is part of the culture. But the reality is that outdoor golf is highly seasonal here. For eight or nine months of the year, weather conditions make consistent play difficult, and many golfers simply put the game on hold.
Indoor golf changes that.
From a physical therapy and performance perspective, golf is an incredible tool. It supports balance, coordination, posture, rotational strength, and mobility. With the right technology, players can analyze their swing mechanics, reduce injury risk, and improve performance in ways that aren’t always possible on a traditional course.
That intersection of health, performance, technology, and accessibility is where I see indoor golf truly excelling.
Why I Went All In
I originally signed on as a single-unit operator. But as I dug deeper into the concept, the technology, and the long-term vision, it became clear that this was something much bigger. The regional developer model offered the opportunity not just to open locations, but to help build an entire ecosystem across Long Island.
Today, my focus is on developing a network of indoor golf locations that serve both avid golfers and newcomers alike. Our initial rollout priorities include Westbury, Farmingdale, Dix Hills, Ronkonkoma, and Miller Place communities with strong demographics, active professionals, and a deep appreciation for the game.
This model also allows me to support other entrepreneurs. Recruiting and mentoring franchisees, providing local operational support, and helping owners succeed at the unit level are something I take seriously. I’ve spent years building teams in healthcare, and those same principles training, accountability, culture, and systems, translate directly into franchising.
More Than a Game
Indoor golf today is about far more than entertainment. It’s a social hub. It’s a training environment. It’s a wellness-adjacent experience. And it’s accessible to people who may not have the time, flexibility, or physical ability to spend five hours on a traditional course.
What excites me most is how inclusive the concept can be. Beginners feel comfortable learning the game. Experienced golfers can fine-tune their performance. Friends, families, and coworkers can gather year-round in a setting that blends competition, technology, food, and community.
That’s the future I’m working toward on Long Island.
Building With Purpose
Every business I’ve built has been grounded in service serving patients, teams, and communities. Indoor golf allows me to extend that mission in a new way. It’s about keeping people active, engaged, and connected, regardless of the season.
As we expand, my goal is to ensure that each location reflects the same standards that guided my healthcare career: professionalism, innovation, and a relentless focus on the customer experience. Whether someone walks in looking to improve their handicap, spend time with friends, or simply try something new, they should leave feeling energized and excited to return.
Long Island deserves a next-generation golf experience. I’m proud to be building it one location at a time.