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GolfCave Franchise FDD, Costs & Fees (2025)

GolfCave offers indoor golf simulators and training facilities, providing a fun and convenient way for golf enthusiasts to practice and improve their game.

KEY FRANCHISE STATS

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$50,000
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$501,000 - $999,000
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GolfCave is a growing indoor golf franchise that was founded in 2012 in Clark, New Jersey. The company is headquartered at 1 Clarkton Drive in Clark, NJ, and began franchising in 2022. GolfCave Franchising LLC supports franchise development from this New Jersey base.

The brand offers private, high-tech golf simulator suites known as “Caves.” These suites use advanced TrackMan technology and are available for use 24/7.

GolfCave generates revenue through memberships, lessons, pay-per-play tee times, and private events. It stands out by providing a premium, weather-proof golfing experience supported by modern technology.

Initial investment

Here's what you would need to invest if you were to start this franchise. These costs are provided by the franchisor in the Franchise Disclosure Document.

Type of Expenditure Amount
Initial Franchise Fee$50,000
Training expenses (transportation / lodging)$2,000 - $5,000
Real property, if leased$12,750 - $48,000
Construction / remodeling / leasehold improvements$207,967 - $448,313
Office equipment and supplies, décor, fixtures and furnishings$42,693 - $74,713
CPUs, monitors, televisions, projectors, and miscellaneous electronics$32,000 - $56,000
Golf simulators (includes first year of simulator software)$80,000 - $140,000
Initial monthly subscription (third-party telephone software)$160 for 2 months ($80 per month)
Initial annual subscription (access control software)$600
Point of sale system (cash register, receipt printer, etc.)$1,000
Opening advertising$5,000 - $20,000
Inventory to begin operating$3,500
Security deposits$8,500 - $32,000
Organizational expenses$500 - $2,500
Permits and licenses$5,000 - $10,000
Professional fees$5,000 - $15,000
Uniforms$900 - $1,600
Signs$5,000 - $20,000
Insurance – 3 months$3,000 - $5,250
Additional funds (initial period – 3 months)$35,000 - $65,000
TOTAL$500,570 to $998,636

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Type of Expenditure Amount
Initial Franchise Fee$50,000
Training expenses (transportation / lodging)$2,000 - $5,000
Real property, if leased$12,750 - $48,000
Construction / remodeling / leasehold improvements$207,967 - $448,313
Office equipment and supplies, décor, fixtures and furnishings$42,693 - $74,713
CPUs, monitors, televisions, projectors, and miscellaneous electronics$32,000 - $56,000
Golf simulators (includes first year of simulator software)$80,000 - $140,000
Initial monthly subscription (third-party telephone software)$160 for 2 months ($80 per month)
Initial annual subscription (access control software)$600
Point of sale system (cash register, receipt printer, etc.)$1,000
Opening advertising$5,000 - $20,000
Inventory to begin operating$3,500
Security deposits$8,500 - $32,000
Organizational expenses$500 - $2,500
Permits and licenses$5,000 - $10,000
Professional fees$5,000 - $15,000
Uniforms$900 - $1,600
Signs$5,000 - $20,000
Insurance – 3 months$3,000 - $5,250
Additional funds (initial period – 3 months)$35,000 - $65,000
TOTAL$500,570 to $998,636

Franchise Disclosure Document

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Number of units

Training

GolfCave provides a structured and multi-layered training program to equip franchisees with the knowledge and skills required for successful operation. The following is a numbered summary of the key training components:

  1. Initial Training Program: Before opening, the franchisee, Managing Owner, and General Manager must attend and complete the Initial Training Program, which is conducted by GolfCave at no cost for up to three people. Additional trainees are charged $500 per person per day. The franchisor determines the schedule, location, and curriculum of this training.
  2. Post-Opening Management Training: Any Managing Owners or General Managers appointed after the store's opening must also attend and complete the next scheduled Initial Training Program. All travel and living expenses are the responsibility of the franchisee, and the training fee is $500 per day per trainee.
  3. Optional On-Site Training: Franchisees may request on-site assistance and training from GolfCave after the initial program. While optional and subject to staff availability, this service costs $1,500 per day.

Territory Protection

GolfCave provides franchisees with a Development Territory as part of the Area Development Agreement, within which they are expected to develop and operate their franchised businesses.

During the term of this agreement, neither GolfCave nor its affiliates will establish company-owned outlets or grant other franchises under the same proprietary marks in this area, provided the franchisee remains in compliance.

The specific boundaries of the Development Territory are determined based on factors like population density and market conditions and are detailed in Exhibit A of the agreement. However, this territory protection is not absolute.

Competitors

Below are some of

GolfCave

key competitors in the

Indoor Games

sector.

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$50,000

$501,000

$999,000

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Competitors

The Back Nine

The Back Nine is an indoor golf simulator franchise offering climate-controlled golf bays and memberships, serving casual players and serious golfers alike, and known for advanced simulator technology, flexible 24/7 access models, and social lounge-style environments.

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26
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Investment

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$276,000 - $604,000

SWING BAYS

SWING BAYS is a sports-entertainment franchise offering indoor golf simulators, bays, and social lounge services, serving golfers and leisure groups, and known for immersive tech-driven experience, flexible booking and synergistic bar/experience model.

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Investment

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$226,000 - $924,000

Dill Dinkers

Dill Dinkers is a sports-club franchise offering indoor pickleball clubs with memberships, court rentals, lessons, leagues and events, serving active adults and social players, and known for turnkey venue design, nine revenue streams, and exponential growth.

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Investment

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$426,000 - $923,000

810 Bowling

810 Billiards & Bowling is an entertainment franchise combining bowling, billiards, and dining. It provides a social venue where guests can enjoy games, food, and drinks in a lively environment.

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5
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400%
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Investment

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$2,942,000 - $4,967,000

Monster Mini Golf

Monster Mini Golf is a family entertainment franchise featuring indoor, glow-in-the-dark miniature golf courses along with arcade games, party rooms, and themed attractions.

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25
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25%
25%
Investment

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$885,000 - $1,535,000

PickleRage

PickleRage offers pickleball equipment and accessories, providing players with high-quality gear to enhance their performance on the court.

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0
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Investment

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$788,000 - $1,715,000

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