Archive for Family Entertainment Center Reports

Finding Success in the Action-Packed Laser Tag Industry

May 20, 2013 No Comments

While popular video games offer players the opportunity to lose themselves in an imaginary world of thrills and adventure, from the comfort of their sofa, laser tag represents a healthier alternative. The difference? The imaginary, adventure-filled world of laser tag gets you up and about, and allows creative and exciting interactions between people. With so ...

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Rink Safety Musts

May 20, 2013 No Comments

Keep it Clean: Constantly inspect the skating surface and surrounding areas for debris. Watch the Flow: Make sure skaters are moving in the right direction and not weaving or playing tag. Check the Skates: Routinely inspect skates for problems.

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Strategies for Safe Skating
How Roller Skating Centers Minimize Risk

May 20, 2013 No Comments

Roller skating pros whizzing by can be daunting for less advanced skaters, and the role of the roller skating center is to provide a space for all levels of skaters to move about safely. Employee training in the area of safety is therefore critical. Short of following the weak and wobbly skaters around the rink, ...

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Four Marketing Tips

May 20, 2013 No Comments

“We have a cable commercial that we run and that has done very well for us. I think television can still help promote the sport because people like to see things rather than just read about them.” – Bernie Pelletier, Bayberry Bowling Center, Spencer, Mass. “Sunday nights were pretty dead so we started an all-you-can ...

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Castle Golf Installs New Course in San Diego

May 20, 2013 No Comments

Belmont Park in San Diego will soon get a new attraction, a Castle Golf interactive, 18-hole miniature golf course. Scheduled to open in June, is a unique “in and out” course called Tiki Town Adventure Golf. This course has a tropical island theme, enhanced by a variety of exciting special effects and props. The building’s ...

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Attraction Add-Ons <br/>How a Rebirth in Candlepin Bowling Can Benefit Your Facility

Attraction Add-Ons
How a Rebirth in Candlepin Bowling Can Benefit Your Facility

May 20, 2013 No Comments

For anyone who has been involved with candlepin bowling over the years, developing the game has been somewhat of a challenge as people tend to associate bowling with the more popular 10-pin action that is featured on television and often in movies. Still, candlepin bowling can be an ideal add-on attraction to maximize profits for ...

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Flour Power
From the Crust to the Toppings, Quality Pizza Ingredients Count

May 20, 2013 No Comments

For many visitors to bowling centers, there is nothing better than piping hot pizza to satiate hunger. However, few, if any guests are willing to settle for a mediocre slice or pie, which is why smart bowling center operators go the extra mile to ensure that they offer as perfect a pizza as possible. Pizza ...

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Top Tips for Adding Entertainment Elements to Your Bowling Center

May 20, 2013 No Comments

Bowling Center operators are living in a time of rapid marketplace evolution.  Bowling remains one of the most popular active entertainment options, with over 70 million Americans playing at least once during the last year.  The competition for active entertainment consumers has increased in most major markets over the last decade, as the Pizza Buffet ...

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Hiring a Strong Foundation
How Disney Gives Employees Something to Build On

May 20, 2013 No Comments

Every year, millions of guests visit theme parks across the country.  The competition for their trips is strong and often turns on just a few key factors.  While exciting rides, shows, and food go a long ways toward defining a great experience, there is one other factor that plays a major role in whether guests ...

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Trampoline Systems

Trampoline Systems

April 4, 2013 No Comments

Fun Spot continues to expand its innovative line of engineered trampoline park systems and support its global customerbase with installation and training.  Learn more at www.funspot.com or by calling 706-376-8989.

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Sponsors

    West Coast Netting, Inc.

    Experienced netting manufacturer on the leading edge of innovation.

    Laser Star

    Laser shooting galleries, laser tag, dark ride target systems, overhead target ranges.

    Playsmart

    Patented soft play design, soft playgrounds.

    Castle Golf, Inc.

    Planning, design and construction of miniature golf courses and family fun parks.

    Flagship Carpet

    Custom carpets and rugs.

    Muncie Novelty Co., Inc.

    Admissions, financial equipment, printing and tickets.

    Qubica

    Sells capital equipment to bowling centers.

    Brunswick Bowling

    Entertainment bowling center developer and manufacturer of bowling equipment and entertainment products.

    California Portable Dance Floor Company

    Nieco Corp

    Nieco automatic broilers.

    Harris Miniature Golf Course

    Design and construction of miniature golf courses and water rides.

    Chestnut Identity Apparel

    Uniform supply, embroidered apparel and flag manufacturing.

    Extreme Engineering

    Industry leader in zip lines, climbing walls, jumper systems and adventure products.

    Adventure Glass

    Unique paddleboats.

    Challenger Industries

    Sports surfaces, carpets and mini-golf surfaces.

    Adventure Golf

    Miniature golf courses, consultants, architecture and design.

    Funovation

    Laser maze challenge

    Art Attack

    Theming, miniature golf, parade floats, 3D props, air-brushed murals, signage and art panels.

    Action Lighting Co.

    Lighting supplies.

    Coast to Coast

    Coin-operated entertainment, crane machines.

    Martin Professionals

    A lighting supplier of choice for the entertainment industry.

    Look Solutions

    Fog machines.

    Store on Wheels

    Importer and distributor of quality toys, lighting and novelties. Cater to the amusement, retail and entertainment industries.

    Enchanted Castle Studios

    Fiberglass statuary and figures for restaurants, mini-golf, theme parks and other attractions.

    Hamilton Manufacturing Corp.

    Manufacturer of unattended entry systems and change machines.

    Tarobots

    Boxerjocks robotic boxing amusement ride game attraction.

    U.S. Bowling

    Award-winning independent company brings bowling to your venue.

    Ride Development Corp.

    Electric floor, gas and battery-powered bumper cars.

    Spectrum Sports

    Climbing walls, ropes courses, go-karts and more.

    American Changer

    Bill and coin dispensers and counters, ticket machines and more.

    Cost of Wisconson

    Creators of simulated environments, duplicate structures, sculpted figures, exhibits, water features, mini-golf and more.

    Master Pitching Machine

    Batting cages and pitching machines.

    Center Edge Software

    Facility Management Software Solutions

    National Rock & Sculpture

    Dedicated to the conceptual design and development of themed environments.

    Lakeshore Merchandise (Smart Vending)

    Premier vending supply for all of your vending equipment and supply needs.

    Omega Carpets

    Printed carpeting for all your facility needs.

    Formula K Raceways

    Go-karts, kiddie cars and bumper boats, go-kart parts and tires.

    Beckman Insurance Agency

    Amusement attractions insurance.

    Davis & Davis, Inc.

    Planning consultants for wet/dry attractions, mini-golf, go-kart tracks and laser arenas.

    A'maze Ventures, Inc.

    Mazes for every location, new and used.

    Belson Manufacturing Co.

    Park and recreation outdoor furniture and equipment.

    Northeast Insurance (NIC)

    Insurance programs.

    Lazer Runner

    Laser Tag Systems

    Bulbtronics

    A premier source for lamps, LEDs, batteries and lighting-related and electrical products.

    Sureshot Redemption

    One-stop source for prize redemption counters at entertainment centers.

    Birthday University

    Concept development, training and birthday party touring seminars.

    Deltronic Labs Inc.

    Ticket dispensers.

    Jane Farrell Turf and Carpets, Inc.

    Commercial carpet, printed and decorative patterns, loop and cut-pile construction. Wall coverings in fluorescents, Class A fire rated. Colored turf, both traditional and neon colors.

    SnowMasters

    Evaporative snow systems.

    Stoelting
    OpenAire
    Spectrum Sports
    Cannonball Blaster
    CCI
    Funovation
    Empex Water Toys
    FunProInsurance