About the Family Entertainment Center Industry
From Bowling and Laser Tag to Go Karts and Trampolines, This Industry is Always on the Cutting Edge of Fun
Family entertainment centers (FECs) are indoor amusement parks that offer a variety of attractions for all ages. The industry traces its roots to bowling centers and themed restaurants, which began offering more entertainment choices, such as arcades and miniature golf, to appeal to a broader demographic.
FECs at a Glance
The market remained relatively steady over the years and has seen significant growth in the U.S. thanks in part to exciting new concepts that keep the industry relevant.
Trampoline Trend
Trampoline parks are the latest twist on the traditional FEC.
The indoor trampoline park franchise debuted in the early 2000s, inviting guests of all ages to train like an Olympic gymnast in a 15,000-square-foot facility with wall-to-wall trampolines. Today, there are more than 850 trampoline parks in the U.S. alone, according to the International Adventure and Trampoline Parks Association. Trampoline parks offer different types of programs, including dodgeball, freestyle jumping competitions and even adult fitness classes.
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Leap of FaithIt’s that white-knuckle moment in the movie where our hero, teetering on the edge of a building, must leap and grab ahold of the helicopter landing skids before the bad guy speeds away. Leap of Faith lets you recreate that scene, starring you as the action hero!
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Lazer FuryLazer Fury is what happens when bumper cars and laser lights collide. In a kaleidoscopic twist on a classic amusement park attraction, guests can bump and spin their vehicles with abandon amid a swirl of strobing lights to make the experience even more fun!
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WipeoutJump, duck, dive – do whatever it takes. Just don’t let the long, cushioned bar knock you off your feet. In Wipeout, guests face off in a competition of last-person-standing. It’s wild. It’s fun. It’s flat out hilarious!
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Sky RiderStrap in and hang on! Soar high above the floor as you zip from one end of the facility to the other, getting a bird’s-eye-view of our attractions and guests below.
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Ropes CourseWeave, climb and race your way through this gravity-defining obstacle course that makes you feel like Tarzan swinging across the jungle. Will you make it over the gaps and through the spider-webs? It’s all up in the air!
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Warrior CourseYou’ve seen ninja warriors on TV and likely thought to yourself, “I could do that!” Warrior Course offers the exhilarating opportunity to test your skills on uneven platforms, hanging rings, tilted walls and other fun obstacles.
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Indoor SkydivingExperience the weightlessness of a 3,000-foot freefall, minus those 3,000 terrifying feet. Indoor Skydiving is a safe alternative for people who fear heights or people who just like fun. Our vertical wind tunnel provides the same thrills of falling out of a plane. Plus, you can wear a cool flight suit!
Not Jumping on the Bandwagon
Urban Air Adventure Park franchise occupies our own niche
Part trampoline park, part FEC, an Urban Air facility features not only trampolines of various configurations but a diverse mix of attractions, such as mini golf, go karts, bowling, ropes course, Sky Rider Indoor Zipline, laser tag and indoor skydiving. That’s smart because FECs that lean too heavily on one concept are vulnerable to the changing whims of the park-going public. After all, when is the last time you saw a standalone arcade?
Ready to jump on board? We’re always looking for talented, business-minded people to take our brand further. Take the next step with us today to learn about available territories near you!
Urban Air has risen above the competition by always innovating. We keep our franchisees on the cutting edge of fun by offering the newest and best attractions that foster brand loyalty and repeat visits.
