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Miniature Golf Course Business Plan Template – Instant Download

Dreaming of opening a mini golf course but not sure how to prove it will be profitable? Whether you’re building a glow-in-the-dark indoor venue, an outdoor Putt-Putt-style course, or adding mini golf to an arcade or bowling alley, this business plan template gives you the confidence to walk into a bank, pitch to investors, and launch with clarity.

Delivered instantly in Word and PDF, the plan covers construction budgets, pricing strategy, ticket sales, concessions, staffing, and a complete 3-year financial forecast. It’s SBA-aligned, fully editable, and designed so you can download today and pitch tomorrow.

Built for U.S. markets. Instantly downloadable. Investor-ready.

Why BPlanMaker: U.S. small-business plans only, SBA-aligned structure, plain-English financials, and quarterly updates. Each template is editor-reviewed for clarity, lender fit, and realistic assumptions—so you present like a pro even on day one.

Quick answer: A fundable mini golf plan shows local demand, models admissions and party revenue, details operating hours and staffing per shift, and includes a 3-year forecast covering buildout, COGS, labor, utilities, and seasonality. This template gives you that lender-ready structure—ready to edit and present.

  • U.S. focus with SBA-aligned sections and a 3-year forecast (admissions × utilization, parties, concessions).
  • Operations mapped to real processes: course maintenance, safety checks, shift staffing, POS, and waivers.
  • Tiered offers modeled for margin: single-round tickets, family passes, birthday parties, and group events.

What’s Inside

  • Executive Summary — Concept, market proof, milestones, funding ask.
  • Products & Services — Outdoor/indoor/glow golf, parties, groups, concessions.
  • Market Analysis — Family entertainment demand, tourism/seasonality, competitors.
  • Operations — Course design, daily checks, staffing grid, ticketing & waivers.
  • Marketing — Schools/camps, SEO & reviews, seasonal events, influencers.
  • Management — Roles, hiring/training, vendor contracts, SOPs.
  • Financial Forecast — Buildout, admissions/party revenue, concessions margins, 3-year projections.

How This Plan Is Built

  • SBA-aligned sections and lender-style executive summary.
  • Utilization-based admissions model with hourly/seasonal sliders.
  • Party & group bundles with headcount minimums and add-ons.
  • Concessions margins and labor ratios sized to operating hours.
  • Scenario tabs for indoor glow vs. outdoor course configurations.

Compliance & Licensing (U.S.)

  • Business setup: Entity registration, EIN, state/local tax accounts.
  • Zoning & permits: Land-use/zoning approval, building permits, signage approvals.
  • Safety & accessibility: Life-safety (egress/lighting), ADA route & obstacles, handrails, surface traction.
  • Health permits (if food/concessions): Food service permit, hand-wash sinks, ServSafe/manager certs.
  • Insurance: GL, property, liquor (if applicable), workers’ comp; waivers and incident logs.

This template flags typical items; confirm local requirements with your city/county and licensed professionals.

Who Should Use This Plan

— Entrepreneurs launching a mini golf park or family fun center
— Venue owners adding mini golf as a new attraction
— SBA loan or grant applicants needing a lender-recognized plan
— Tourism operators in seasonal, family-friendly markets
— Investors seeking a polished, revenue-ready presentation

Why Choose This Business Plan

Consultants charge $700+ for plans like this. Ours is SBA-aligned, investor-ready, and trusted by founders nationwide. You’ll save weeks of writing, avoid costly missteps, and show lenders you’re serious. From glow golf buildouts to family-friendly outdoor courses, this template gives you the structure to open faster and smarter.

  • Risk: seasonality & weatherMitigation: memberships, birthday/group bundles, indoor add-ons.
  • Risk: construction overrunsMitigation: phased features, vendor bids, 10–15% contingency.
  • Risk: slow weekday trafficMitigation: school/camp partnerships, league nights, targeted promos.

Pricing & Costs: How should I price tickets and reach break-even?

Use 2–3 ticket tiers (child, adult, family), plus party bundles and off-peak promos. Model hourly capacity × utilization by month, add concessions per-capita, then set labor and utilities per open hour. Break-even is when gross margin covers fixed costs (rent, insurance, debt service); the template calculates this automatically with sliders for price, parties, and hours.

How do I write a miniature golf course business plan?

Start with demand proof (tourism/foot-traffic, school & birthday markets), define ticket tiers and party packages, map staffing per shift, and include a 3-year model where admissions and events cover labor, utilities, and grounds keeping. Add a maintenance schedule, safety procedures, and concession margins lenders expect.

Indoor glow vs. outdoor courses—what changes in the plan?

Indoor glow adds mall-style hours, higher utilities, and black-light buildout; weather risk drops and weekday yield improves. Outdoor courses carry more seasonality and grounds care but can drive higher summer throughput. The forecast tab lets you toggle these assumptions.

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Industry Snapshot (U.S.)

Experience-driven leisure remains resilient. In the second quarter of 2024, U.S. arts, entertainment, and recreation revenue rose roughly 12% from Q1 and ~9% year-over-year, reflecting steady demand for out-of-home activities that mini golf can capture. Leisure and hospitality payrolls continued adding jobs through 2025, signaling healthy activity across venues and attractions. For operators, mini golf offers all-ages appeal, predictable throughput, and strong party/camp use cases. Our model accounts for weekend peaks, school/holiday surges, and weather sensitivity, so lenders can see cash-flow seasonality and payback with clarity.

Sources: U.S. Census Bureau — Quarterly Selected Services Estimates (Aug 2024); BLS — Current Employment Statistics Highlights (Aug 2025).

What You’ll Turn In / What You’ll Customize / What’s Not Included

  • What You’ll Turn In: Complete SBA-style plan (Word & PDF), 3-year forecast, operating model, lender-ready assumptions.
  • What You’ll Customize: Site, buildout budget, ticket tiers, party packages, staffing per shift, marketing calendar.
  • What’s Not Included: Physical equipment, third-party software, or legal/tax advice.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is this plan SBA-compliant?
Yes—SBA-aligned sections, lender-style Executive Summary, and a defendable 3-year forecast with plain-English assumptions.
What are typical startup costs?
Line items include land/leasehold or tenant improvements, course build, lighting/FX (for glow), POS, furnishings, signage, initial inventory, opening marketing, and a 10–15% contingency. The template includes an editable startup budget tab.
How many staff do I need per shift?
Typical coverage: 1–2 front-counter hosts (ticketing/concessions), 1 floor attendant per 18–24 simultaneous groups, plus a manager on duty. The staffing grid scales with hours and expected utilization.
Do I need special insurance or waivers?
Most parks carry general liability, property, and workers’ comp; add liquor liability if serving alcohol. Use clear participation/party waivers and an incident log. Requirements vary by state and landlord; confirm locally.
How long does buildout take?
Concept/design 4–8 weeks, permitting 4–12 weeks (varies by jurisdiction), construction 8–16+ weeks depending on scope. The project plan in the template sequences bids, inspections, and pre-opening marketing.
How do parties and groups fit into revenue?
Party bundles (room + rounds + concessions) lift weekday yield and stabilize shoulder seasons. The model includes headcount minimums and add-ons to raise revenue per booking.

Ready to Open Your Mini Golf Course?

Every week you wait, nearby venues grab the best party bookings. This template saves $700+ in consulting fees and gets you lender-ready fast.

Start with a data-driven, funding-friendly plan investors trust — download, edit, and launch today.

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Version: v1.00 • Update cadence: reviewed quarterly for accuracy

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Last updated: October 2025 by BPlanMaker.

Templates are educational business documents, not legal or tax advice.

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