Archive for Family Entertainment Center Reports

It’s Tee-Time On The GolfCourt™ at Fort Sill

It’s Tee-Time On The GolfCourt™ at Fort Sill

November 2, 2011 No Comments

New Modular Golf Learning/Practice Center  Installed on a Tennis Court The once popular trio of tennis courts at the Fort Sill Army base just weren’t getting the traffic they once did. But with the increasing popularity of golf and the base’s revamped Golf Club, more practice area for personnel, their families and base patrons was ...

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10 Top Tips for Motivating Staff

November 2, 2011 No Comments

Be a leader and make your presence known – lead through experience and competence and not title or position. Strive to communicate effectively, including getting feedback and listening to staff. Give employees regular feedback and let them know when they are doing good work and when they are not. Lead by example and let your ...

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Appreciated and Motivated: Staff Training Tips from Mini-Golf and Go-Kart Facilities

November 2, 2011 No Comments

The success of almost business can usually be traced to providing great customer service, which fosters a high level of customer satisfaction.  In turn, ensuring this can be linked to motivated employees.  Too often, however, businesses assume that offering more money is the best way to motivate employees.  While there is no doubt that compensation ...

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Brunswick Outfits New Indoor Fun Center in the Heart of Outdoors Wonderland

November 2, 2011 No Comments

A Brunswick project, Moose Alley bowling and family entertainment center in Rangely, Maine, opened last spring as a 10-lane center that also houses a three-table billiards room with shuffleboard and darts, a prize redemption arcade, a private party room for gatherings of up to 50 people, and an extensive snack bar with full bar and ...

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The Untold Stories and the Unsung Heros: <br / >How Bowling Centers Keep Equipment in Top Shape

The Untold Stories and the Unsung Heros:
How Bowling Centers Keep Equipment in Top Shape

November 2, 2011 No Comments

Bowling. The word conjures up memories of lazy afternoons or energetic evenings spent amid the roar of the alley, surrounded by friends and family who cheer on the strikes and groan at the gutter balls.  Bowling is the top-ranked participatory sport in the United States, attracting nearly 70 million bowlers in 2009, according to the ...

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Scotties Skateland Becomes Scotties Fun Spot: <br />$2.5 Million Expansion Keeps a Community Staple Rolling

Scotties Skateland Becomes Scotties Fun Spot:
$2.5 Million Expansion Keeps a Community Staple Rolling

November 2, 2011 No Comments

Robert (Bob) Scott was born and raised in the roller skating business, as was his son, Jeff Scott. Bob’s father, Albert (Scottie) Scott started the business in 1936 when he operated his first rink in an upstairs hall. In 1939 he built a semi-portable rink that he operated in Hamilton, Ill., during the spring and ...

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Why Customers are Happily Bowling

Why Customers are Happily Bowling

November 2, 2011 No Comments

By Bart Burger During a period when an increasing number of sporting industries and activities are competing for the attention of time-starved and cash-strapped consumers, Americans are turning to a classic pastime – naming bowling the nation’s number-one participatory sport (activities that typically require more than one individual to be played).  The findings, which are ...

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A Look at Lazer Frenzy

A Look at Lazer Frenzy

November 2, 2011 No Comments

The Lazer Frenzy from Creative Works Theme Factory lazer maze is heating up arcades around the country with its great ROI results from operators reporting in with sales figures. After winning the IAAPA best new product award, Lazer Frenzy has been placed in multiple entertainment facilities around the globe including bowling centers, fun centers, theme ...

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November 2001 – A Message from the ILTA Executive Director

November 2, 2011 No Comments

Dear Readers, With fall submitting to winter, it is a forgone conclusion that about all of our operators are moving into their busiest season.  From winter until spring arrives in full bloom, birthday parties are filling up your rooms and active teenagers should be milling about waiting for the next game of laser tag.  All ...

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Actively Engaging the Customer Base:
Contemporary Marketing and Promotions Strategies

November 2, 2011 No Comments

Marketing and promoting your laser tag center in today’s high speed and digital world can be more than a little daunting.  There are so many options, that sometimes you see centers not do anything for fear of doing the wrong thing.  While it is always wise to conduct marketing research before executing promotions strategies, remember ...

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Sponsors

    Davis & Davis, Inc.

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

    Nieco Corp

    Nieco automatic broilers.

    Look Solutions

    Fog machines.

    Laser Star

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

    Omega Carpets

    Printed carpeting for all your facility needs.

    Cost of Wisconson

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

    Art Attack

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

    Harris Miniature Golf Course

    Design and construction of miniature golf courses and water rides.

    Adventure Glass

    Unique paddleboats.

    National Rock & Sculpture

    Dedicated to the conceptual design and development of themed environments.

    Muncie Novelty Co., Inc.

    Admissions, financial equipment, printing and tickets.

    Action Lighting Co.

    Lighting supplies.

    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.

    Master Pitching Machine

    Batting cages and pitching machines.

    Ride Development Corp.

    Electric floor, gas and battery-powered bumper cars.

    Formula K Raceways

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

    Sureshot Redemption

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

    U.S. Bowling

    Award-winning independent company brings bowling to your venue.

    Brunswick Bowling

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

    Enchanted Castle Studios

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

    Lakeshore Merchandise (Smart Vending)

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

    American Changer

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

    Qubica

    Sells capital equipment to bowling centers.

    Birthday University

    Concept development, training and birthday party touring seminars.

    West Coast Netting, Inc.

    Experienced netting manufacturer on the leading edge of innovation.

    Extreme Engineering

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

    Coast to Coast

    Coin-operated entertainment, crane machines.

    Spectrum Sports

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

    Store on Wheels

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

    Flagship Carpet

    Custom carpets and rugs.

    Hamilton Manufacturing Corp.

    Manufacturer of unattended entry systems and change machines.

    California Portable Dance Floor Company

    SnowMasters

    Evaporative snow systems.

    Bulbtronics

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

    Chestnut Identity Apparel

    Uniform supply, embroidered apparel and flag manufacturing.

    Martin Professionals

    A lighting supplier of choice for the entertainment industry.

    A'maze Ventures, Inc.

    Mazes for every location, new and used.

    Belson Manufacturing Co.

    Park and recreation outdoor furniture and equipment.

    Funovation

    Laser maze challenge

    Playsmart

    Patented soft play design, soft playgrounds.

    Adventure Golf

    Miniature golf courses, consultants, architecture and design.

    Northeast Insurance (NIC)

    Insurance programs.

    Lazer Runner

    Laser Tag Systems

    Tarobots

    Boxerjocks robotic boxing amusement ride game attraction.

    Deltronic Labs Inc.

    Ticket dispensers.

    Challenger Industries

    Sports surfaces, carpets and mini-golf surfaces.

    Center Edge Software

    Facility Management Software Solutions

    Beckman Insurance Agency

    Amusement attractions insurance.

    Castle Golf, Inc.

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

    Johnny Rockets
    OpenAire
    Spectrum Sports
    Cannonball Blaster
    CCI
    Funovation
    Empex Water Toys
    FunProInsurance