This is a question I get asked almost every day! And it’s a very important one. When is the best time of year to start a paintball field ?
The answer is, right now!
Now is always the best time to take action, here is why.
First off let’s talk about outdoor paintball fields but don’t worry, we will cover indoor paintball fields as well.
For outdoor paintball, in the places that actually have seasons, you want the winter months to act as your pre- grand opening phase. This way when the weather breaks in spring, you will be in full swing and able to handle the rush.
Too many people make the mistake of trying to have a grand opening in the peak season, then fail miserably because they were not ready. You need time to learn everything.
Plus things always take longer than expected when starting a paintball field. Many people try to time their grand opening for the peak season, only to run into unforeseen delays and end up opening 3 months later than expected. Don’t fall into that trap ! Plan to open now, then whatever delay you run into, is not a big deal.
Now let’s talk about starting an indoor paintball field. Our newest indoor franchise field in Colorado opened in the summer. Why? Because when the snow finally started falling and his numbers skyrocketed, he was ready for it. He used the slower summer months to get through the learning curve at a much more relaxed pace.
With all that said, you can still start a paintball field and open during the peak season and do well. But no matter when you open, you can always do well.
Evan Money is the owner of moneypaintall.org and is celebrating his 20th year helping people start successful paintball fields. With 100% financing for start ups and Working capital loans, Money Paintball can fund your dream today.