Overview / Executive Summary
You don’t need a $5,000-a-month lease to launch a family entertainment business. You need a sandbox. More specifically, you need an RC sandbox with tiny excavators that kids and grownups can’t stop playing with. Instead of going full retail, this concept partners with trampoline parks and bounce house businesses already pulling in foot traffic. You split revenue, piggyback on existing infrastructure, and scale faster with a fraction of the risk. No one’s doing this yet. That’s the opportunity.
Value Proposition
We deliver a modular RC sandbox attraction that trampoline parks and play centers can bolt on to their business to increase average ticket revenue and dwell time without lifting a finger. For parents, it’s one more way to keep their kids happy. For venues, it’s extra margin from the same foot traffic. For us, it’s a repeatable, low-overhead model that scales fast.
What we offer:
Plug-and-play RC sandbox kits that entertain kids and adults alike
Staffed or self-managed options depending on the partner
Revenue-sharing that aligns incentives and removes upfront costs for venues
Branded sandbox experiences that are Instagram-worthy and party-friendly
Nobody wants to launch this themselves. So we do it for them and take a cut.
Target Audience
Primary Customers
Parents with kids ages 2 to 12 visiting trampoline parks and indoor play centers
Venue owners/operators looking to add new attractions without managing them
Birthday party organizers seeking unique activities
Kids who love construction vehicles, sand, and tactile play
What They Value
More things to do under one roof (parents call this “peace and quiet”)
Safe, hands-on activities that don’t involve screens
Fun that can be added onto a party package or ticket upgrade
A short activity with high repeat potential
Our customers are already walking through someone else’s doors. We just need to be waiting for them with a shovel and a joystick.
Market Landscape
The trampoline park market alone is valued at $1.19 billion in 2024, projected to hit $4.58 billion by 2033, growing at 16.2% CAGR. The broader family entertainment center (FEC) market is expanding just as fast, driven by rising demand for indoor, safe, and family-friendly play options.
Why This Model Wins
FEC venues are always looking for add-ons to increase revenue per guest
A sandbox with RC equipment is novel, low-maintenance, and highly engaging
Most trampoline parks do not want to build or run new attractions, making this a perfect piggyback model
There’s no mainstream player offering this as a service. That’s the window.
SEO Opportunities
Here are the keywords that matter:
“Trampoline park attractions”
“Indoor play upgrades for kids”
“Sandbox birthday party activity”
“RC sandbox installation”
“Family entertainment center ideas”
We’ll build SEO landing pages for each local city or partner venue and post regular content showing kids operating RC diggers with captions like “This beats the ball pit.”
Go-To-Market Strategy
Phase 1: Prove the Concept
Build one full sandbox setup for under $15,000
Partner with one trampoline park or bounce house for a 90-day pilot
Offer revenue split or monthly rental model to lower barrier for partner
Promote it inside the partner’s point-of-sale system, online booking, and social feeds
Capture testimonials and video of happy kids and intrigued parents
Phase 2: Create the Growth Engine
Pitch other local FEC venues using data and visuals from the pilot
Scale to 5–10 locations regionally within 6–12 months
Create branded signage and sandbox visuals for consistency
Use paid ads targeting “things to do with kids in [city]” and birthday planners
This scales not by reinventing marketing, but by piggybacking on existing traffic and sales systems.
Monetization Plan
Revenue Streams
| Model | Description | Typical Price |
|---|---|---|
| Ticket Upcharge | Added to trampoline or play park entry | $5–$15 per session |
| Time-Based Access | 30–60 minute sandbox sessions | $10–$20 |
| Party Packages | Add sandbox to birthday bookings | $50–$200 per group |
| Venue Revenue Share | We keep 30–70% of sandbox-specific ticket sales | Variable by deal |
| Mobile Sandbox Rental | Pop-up sandbox events at schools or festivals | Custom pricing |
Add-ons include premium RC models, branded toy kits, or party-themed sand tools.
Financial Forecast
Year 1 Projections (1–3 locations)
Startup Costs: $10,000–$20,000 per sandbox (equipment, sand, marketing, safety setup)
Operating Costs: Staff, insurance, upkeep (est. $500–$800/month per unit)
Revenue per Unit: $500–$1,000 per week ($25K–$50K annualized per site)
Gross Margin: 60–80% (especially if staffed by partner employees)
Break-Even Timeline: 6 to 12 months
One sandbox in a well-trafficked venue can pay for itself in under a year. Multiple units compound fast with low additional overhead.
Risks & Challenges
Partner resistance: Some venues may balk at revenue sharing. Offer them low-risk trials and show quick ROI.
Maintenance: Sandboxes get messy. Have cleaning protocols and durable gear.
Safety/liability: Ensure all equipment meets child safety standards. Carry liability insurance.
Venue churn: If a location closes or declines traffic, sandbox revenue dips. Diversify across multiple partners.
Customer adoption: If sandbox isn’t promoted well by venue staff, use signage, QR codes, and hands-on demos to pull in traffic.
None of these are fatal. They just need systems, checklists, and a little grit.
Why It’ll Work
Parents are already at trampoline parks. Kids are already bored once the jumping wears off. Venue owners are already looking for low-effort ways to boost ticket value. And nobody is offering a plug-and-play sandbox experience with RC diggers that gets the job done for all three.
This is a lean, scalable, modular business with low startup risk, high novelty, and massive piggyback potential. No retail lease. No staffing headaches. Just one sandbox, one joystick, and one smiling five-year-old at a time.