Golf simulator rental business feasibility

[Blee724]

So I'm a college student looking to make some extra money over this upcoming summer, and I stumbled across the thought of renting out golf simulators to people. I'm talking about events such as graduation parties, family reunions, or just some friends wanting to kick back in the comfort of their own home. Now I've done some research of my own, and there isn't too much of a market out there for something like this other than for large corporate events. I understand a big problem holding something like this back is just the simulators' portability. However, I believe with a streamlined way of putting it up and bringing it down that it wouldn't be that much of a devastating factor. That brings me to the simulator that has caught my eye: the TruGolf Vista 8 or 10 Golf Simulator model, with its seeming portability, general ease of use, and good quality.

I thought I'd come to the people who know what they're talking about and try to see if a venture such as this would be worthwhile pursuing. Don't be afraid to tear something like this apart.

[RAH5]

Can it be used outside? That’s what jumps to mind immediately.

Also it seems like a heavy lift for a summer project. Would need quite a bit of business to pay it back and then make meaningful income.

[Alex.Morgan]

I think its a great idea but would echo the comments above.

Outside model with perhaps a blow-up style hitting arena would be suitable for a wider range of customers. Perhaps going down the route of a GC2 would be a safer option. I have toyed with the idea myself of opening an indoor simulator café type premises. I know they already exist in the UK but not sure how profitable they are and how much money you would
need to get it off the ground.

[Blee724]

Thank you I'll look into the GC2 and a possible inflatable setup.

[Hickory James]

Garmin units would be your best bet at only $600 each indoors or out best value for the money. Actual simulator stuff would be pricy - projector, impact screen, enclosure. Even on the cheap you looking at 4/5K per set up.

[jpotas]

We have Trackman driving ranges already, they utilize an I-pad and you play regular courses. I am sure they are pricey though.

https://boynegolf.com/trackmanrange

[preludesam]

I remember seeing an inflatable hitting booth that was used for something similar for outside parties. I think it was an Asian company producing them but it's been a while since I have seen any information on it. I was just thinking it could save you a ton of setup time just like a bouncy house for kids.

https://www.google.com/search?q=inflatable+golf+hitting+booth&rlz=1C1GCEB_enUS883US883&oq=inflatable+golf+hitting+booth&aqs=chrome..69i57.16287j0j7&sourceid=chrome&ie=UTF-8

[bubbtubbs]

Let's be honest: we adults use the bouncy house too, even if it's just in our heads.

[preludesam]

Yeah...true statement. I don't know why I was trying to hide it.

[NoMorePencils]

I read am article last summer about a person in San Fran who had a Sim on a modified RV.
They would show up and expand the side section out.
I recall the rental was pricey, but probably feasible for an all day event.
It was a rather cool setup, I imagine they could add food & beverage sales also.
My thoughts would be to have a 56 ft low covered trailer with 6 hitting stations might also be viable.
The screen side would simply pull out for an easy setup.

[Frankfam11]

thats the Dryvebox, pretty cool concept, one of the investors is a PGA teaching pro and he was driving it around the country to do pop up lessons in major cities, his name is Jake Hutt he is a good follow on social media if your into that stuff

[wbond]

I was just up there last weekend. I didn't see this, guessing because it was too much snow!!!! Carls has trackmanrange at both Bloomfield and Plymouth but I don't think they offer the games, just the ball data.

We have Trackman driving ranges already, they utilize an I-pad and you play regular courses. I am sure they are pricey though.

https://boynegolf.com/trackmanrange

[Richard736]

Renting out golf simulators sounds like a great way to make money during the summer. TruGolf Vista 8 or 10 models are a great option, especially if they are easy to set up and put away. Also, these models seem portable and handy, so it's an excellent place to start. But be sure to also deal with the legal issues, so you don't get in trouble with law enforcement. Go ahead and crush it!

[RyanaHunter]

Renting out golf simulators sounds like a great way to make money during the summer. TruGolf Vista 8 or 10 models are a great option, especially if they are easy to set up and put away. Also, these models seem portable and handy, so it's an excellent place to start. But be sure to also deal with the legal issues, so you don't get in trouble with law enforcement.