Get ready to swing into action, Williamsburg! Five Iron Golf is teeing up a game-changing addition to the neighborhood, and it’s not just about golf—it’s about transforming how we think about urban leisure and wellness. But here’s where it gets exciting: this isn’t your average driving range. Five Iron Golf has just secured nearly 16,000 square feet at Global Holdings’ 25 Kent, making it Brooklyn’s largest indoor golf facility. And this is the part most people miss—it’s not just about the golf simulators (though there are 13 state-of-the-art Trackman ones powered by multi-camera tech). It’s also about the 7,000-square-foot gym and luxury locker rooms that elevate the experience to a whole new level.
This move comes hot on the heels of another high-profile lease at 25 Kent—facial studio Glowbar—proving that the property is becoming a hub for innovative brands. Five Iron co-founder and CEO Jared Solomon shared, “We’ve had our sights set on Brooklyn for a long time,” and it’s clear why. Williamsburg’s vibrant energy and creative spirit make it the perfect match for a brand that’s redefining indoor golf. But here’s the controversial part: Can a luxury golf facility truly blend with Williamsburg’s gritty, artistic roots, or is this a sign of gentrification taking over?
Craig Panzirer, leasing director of Global Holdings Management Group, believes 25 Kent is “more than an office building—it’s where work, wellness, and culture intersect.” With 65% of the eight-story, 500,000-square-foot building already leased to cutting-edge tenants like Queen One and Autonomous Technologies Group, it’s shaping up to be a cornerstone of Brooklyn’s evolution. But we have to ask: Is this progress, or is Williamsburg losing its soul?
Represented by CBRE’s Anthony Dattoma, Five Iron Golf’s new space will rival its Manhattan outpost at 1290 Sixth Ave. in size and ambition. As Brooklyn’s first ground-up new office project in 40 years, 25 Kent is more than a building—it’s a statement. So, what do you think? Is Five Iron Golf a hole-in-one for Williamsburg, or is it swinging too far from the neighborhood’s roots? Let us know in the comments!
