Cue sports school with its own tables

Run a small training room with tables for lessons, junior programs and group courses.

Coach guiding a student lining up a shot on a snooker table.

Startup costA$10k to A$50k

Monthly revenueA$3k to A$12k

Time needed25+ h/week

First incomeMonths

A$10k-50k
Full-time
Own premises

Estimates for a small start in Australia, not guarantees.

What it is

A rented room or unit with a few quality tables where you run lessons, structured courses, school holiday programs and group coaching. It can double as practice space for members.

Your first three steps

Find affordable space, such as a unit or a room in a community or sporting club, and compare the rent against likely lesson income
Price new and second-hand tables, then plan a small layout of two to four tables
Launch a beginner course and a junior program, promoting through local clubs, schools and social media

Who pays

Individual learners, parents of juniors, social groups, corporate team events and players who pay for practice time.

How it makes money

Lesson and course fees, term-based junior programs, group bookings and practice table hire. Some premises also sell cues, chalk and accessories.

Skills that help

Strong playing and coaching ability
Organising timetables and bookings
Managing a lease and basic budgeting

Watch out for

Council approval for the premises' use, and any building or fire safety requirements; check with your local council
Public liability insurance, plus contents cover for tables and equipment
Working with Children Check for staff and coaches involved in junior programs
Lease terms and rent, which are a fixed cost even in quiet months
If you serve alcohol or food, separate licences and registrations apply, so check your state's rules before adding them

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Questions people ask

How much does it cost to open a cue sports school in Australia?

Startup costs are typically estimated at around $10,000 to $50,000, depending on the premises, how many tables you buy and your fit-out. Lease terms and rent are a fixed cost even in quiet months, so budget with care.

How much can a cue sports school earn?

Monthly revenue is typically estimated at around $3,000 to $12,000, depending on lessons, courses, junior programs, group bookings and practice-time fees. Your lease and other fixed costs will take a share of that.

What rules should I check before opening a cue sports school?

Check council approval for the premises' use and any building or fire safety requirements. Also check public liability and contents insurance, Working with Children Checks for junior programs, and separate licences if you plan to serve alcohol or food.