In-person shogi classes and club

Adult learners, families, schools and after-school programs, and Japanese language or cultural organisations.

Per-person fee for each class or term, or a fixed fee from a school or organisation for a session. Private in-person lessons can be charged at a higher hourly rate.

• Strong shogi playing level
• Teaching groups of mixed ability
• Organising venues, bookings and equipment

• Working with children checks are generally needed to teach kids, so check your state or territory's rules
• Public liability insurance, and venues may ask to see it
• Check council or venue rules before running regular paid classes
• You need an ABN, and check when GST registration applies
• Demand is niche, so start with trial sessions before paying for regular venue hire

Estimates suggest startup costs are typically around $200 to $1,200, depending on how many boards and sets you buy, venue deposits, promotion and insurance. Trial sessions can help you test demand before paying for regular venue hire.

Monthly revenue is typically estimated at around $300 to $1,800, depending on class sizes, your fees and how often you run sessions. Hours start at around 4 a week. Demand is niche, so build up gradually.

Check your state or territory's working with children check rules, as they are generally needed to teach kids. Also check public liability insurance, council or venue rules for paid classes, and ABN and GST registration.