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How to Start a Family Fun Center

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Thinking about starting a family fun center, but not sure where to begin? NBDC has experience helping Nebraskans turn dreams of owning a business into reality. Start with the Ten Steps provided by the SBA for all businesses, then check out the resources offfered on this page specific to fun center operation. When you are ready, contact an NBDC consultant in your area to help you launch your business.

Golf Driving Ranges & Family Fun Centers in the US, April 2021

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IIBIS World iExpert Risk Report “Golf Driving Ranges & Family Fun Centers in the US”

How to Start a Family Fun Center
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10 Steps to Start a Business

  1. Conduct market research
  2. Write a businses plan
  3. Fund the business
  4. Pick a business location
  5. Choose a business structure
  6. Choose your business name
  7. Register your business
  8. Get federal and state tax IDs
  9. Apply for licenses and permits
  10. Open a business bank account
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NBDC No Fee, Confidential Consulting

  • Develop a business plan including detailed financial projections
  • Refine your target market
  • Define your business goals
  • Structure the administrative and operational aspects of your business
  • Compare your financial estimates to industry standards
  • Conduct a cash flow analysis for your business
  • Complete a financing package using your financial data
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Articles

  • Are Roller Rinks Profitable?
  • How to Start a Roller Skating Rink
  • 5 Ways to Make a Family Entertainment Center Stand Out
  • Industry Analysis for Family Entertainment Centers
  • 4 Ways to Refresh and Renovate Your Family Entertainment Center
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Associations

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  • IAAPA Winter Attraction Insight
  • Family Entertainment Center Network
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Publications

Statistics, operations, general know-how within the industry.

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  • Play Meter Magazine
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Regulations

Guidance on safety protocols and guidelines for playground structures.

  • American Society for Testing Materials
  • Consumer Product Safety Commission
  • National Program for Playground Safety
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Learn more about starting a business from NBDC’s on-demand training modules.

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