Weekend paintball field on leased land

Friends and family groups, birthday parties, corporate team-building outings, college groups and bachelor or bachelorette parties.

Entry fee per player that includes basic gear, plus paint sold by the bag or box, equipment upgrades, food and drink, and group or party packages.

• Safety-minded and good at enforcing rules
• Good with groups and customer service
• Basic maintenance of equipment and grounds
• Scheduling and bookings

• Insurance can be hard to find and costly for paintball, so get quotes before spending money
• Check zoning, noise rules and any special use or recreation permit with your city or county
• Check your state's rules on waivers and on minors playing, including parental consent
• Compressed air tanks need regular testing and safe handling, so check the requirements
• Mandatory eye and face protection and strict rule enforcement are essential to avoid injuries
• Check workers' compensation rules before hiring referees or staff
• Weather and seasonality can make income uneven

Startup is estimated at typically around $25,000 to $120,000, depending on field size, equipment, netting and bunkers, and lease terms. Insurance quotes are worth getting before you spend money.

Estimated monthly revenue is typically around $3,000 to $15,000, depending on bookings, group sizes, walk-on traffic and the season. Weather and seasonality can make income uneven from month to month.

Check zoning, noise rules and any special use or recreation permit with your city or county. Also check your state's rules on waivers and minors playing, workers' compensation before hiring staff, and compressed air tank requirements.