How We Got Started

Colton Ama
Nov 3
2 min read

Hey there! Our adventure began even before Tee Time Norman, when we teamed up with family and dove headfirst into the DIY world, scouring Reddit boards and conducting months of research before taking the plunge. We kicked things off with Golf Now Newcastle in 2022, where we learned invaluable lessons—some of them costly—that now benefit our clients by helping them avoid those same pitfalls. Our success in Newcastle inspired us to launch Tee Time Norman in 2023. Since both facilities were thriving equally, we decided to simplify things by each managing one facility, avoiding tax complications. Both Golf Now Newcastle and Tee Time Norman are thriving, showcasing our business model's potential for growth!

Tee Time Norman delivers a private, 24/7 golf experience powered by Trackman iO. Members can book, play, and train anytime through an automated entry and booking system — no staff required.

This model fuses tech efficiency, real-estate scalability, and golf culture into a profitable turnkey business.

Core Business Model

Category	Description
Revenue Streams	Hourly simulator rentals, monthly memberships, event bookings, sponsorships, and brand merchandise.
Pricing Model	$40–$50/hr public rate • $150–$300 monthly memberships • Private event packages $250–$500.
Customer Segments	Golfers (casual & serious), leagues, students, corporate outings, and training clients.
Tech Stack	Trackman iO, keyless entry system, security cameras, online booking & payment platform, auto-lighting.
Operating Hours	24/7 — fully automated and remotely managed.
Brand Expansion	Franchise-ready model with plug-and-play systems for marketing, booking, and maintenance.

Financial Snapshot

Metric	Amount
Startup Cost	$60,000 (Trackman, buildout, furnishings, setup)
Monthly Overhead	~$3,000 (rent, utilities, insurance, cleaning, marketing, maintenance) may vary by location based on rent.
Revenue Potential	$8,000–$12,000/month (based on 40–60% utilization) A
ROI	8–12 month break-even average per location
Scalability	15-20 miles between locations, creating endless scalability