Leader in Family Entertainment Space Projecting to Reach 100 Units Through its Innovative New Park Model

WARWICK, R.I. – Launching into a new era of entertainment for the entire family, the leader in indoor family entertainment is soaring above its competitors with an aggressive franchising initiative.

Launch Entertainment, an indoor family entertainment franchise, is aiming to reach 100 units in the next five years. Moving full-steam ahead on its development goals, the concept has three new locations slotted to open in the second half of 2022, with parks in Grand Rapids, MI; Jeffersonville, OH and Leominster, MA. Additionally, there are two signed agreements in New Jersey and Virginia as well as signed leases in several states to jumpstart development in 2023.

The Launch Entertainment business model is scalable for multi-unit opportunities and provides a fun, dynamic, and competitive environment to further drive growth and profitability for its franchise operators. With multiple revenue streams, the concept entices customers of all ages with an “Awesome” experience through its various attractions and amenities. Diversifying from its sole trampoline park origins, the brand now also offers bowling, laser tag, mini golf, a build-your-own pizza restaurant, a premium bar, and more, for the entire family to enjoy. As the global family/indoor entertainment centers market size is projected to reach $40 billion by 2025, Launch Entertainment is zeroing in on the potential with its franchise initiative over the next several years.

“We’re quickly establishing Launch as the go-to destination for family entertainment, and investors are looking to join our momentum,” said Rob Arnold, CEO of Launch Entertainment. “Not only do we have plenty to offer our customers with exciting activities for all to enjoy, but we also have an excellent opportunity for potential franchisees. Our parks provide multiple channels of income through various revenue streams, all centered to entertain guests and bring in more foot traffic, which ultimately increases the return for operators. We are intentionally seeking investors with a higher net worth who are looking to diversify their portfolio with a scalable, multi-revenue business model.”

Laying the foundation for its wide-scale development plans, additional support comes from Silver Oak Services Partners, which acquired a majority stake in Launch in 2020. Further aiding the efforts, Launch Entertainment leveraged the deal to strategically invest in its corporate executive team to provide top-notch support for franchise owners and help the brand reach its growth goals. Jeff Todd, a reputable franchise industry professional, has recently joined the brand as its new SVP of Business Development, bringing his expertise in expanding successful brands. Prior to his role at Launch Entertainment, Todd was Vice President of Franchise Development for Driven Brands, Inc.

Differentiating from its competitors and other franchise concepts, the Launch Entertainment corporate team provides hands-on support for franchise owners, including intensive training, operational, marketing, and sales support. The brand also manufactures its own fully-patented equipment, that allows for flexibility and innovation to create custom-designed parks, at a lower cost.

“We have the ability to fill a need in many markets that are underserved in full-family entertainment—creating a great opportunity for those looking to expand their portfolio with our unique concept. As we’re looking to strengthen our nationwide footprint and set ourselves apart as a brand, Launch continues to differentiate itself through our franchisee support,” said Todd. “With our next-level corporate support and an innovative new park model, Launch is on the verge of a record-breaking growth era.”

Since its inception, Launch has transitioned through three generations of entertainment centers that have progressed over time, increasingly offering more activities. The Generation 3 park, introduced in 2020, is a 35,000+ sq. ft. building, with trampoline courts, a full bar, premium food and beverage service, XP Arena, Bowling, Air Track Basketball, Omni Virtual Reality, 25+ games arcade, Krave Kitchen with build-your-own pizza and ice cream, private party spaces, laser tag, rock wall, ninja and ropes courses, and more.

Target markets for growth include new and existing markets around the Midwest, Northeast and Southwest, with a current emphasis on Atlanta, Dallas, Chicago, New York, and New Jersey. The brand is seeking franchise partnerships with investors wanting to diversify their portfolio through its multi-revenue stream business model. Potential franchisees are higher net-worth individuals, with $800K liquid and $2.5M net worth.

To learn more about the Launch Entertainment franchise opportunity, visit www.launchtrampolinepark.com/franchise/.

About Launch Entertainment

Launch Entertainment is the leader in the indoor family entertainment segment. Founded in 2012, the concept has evolved from a trampoline park and small arcade to the ultimate family destination: a full family entertainment center offering a variety of “Awesome” attractions, premium bar, and restaurant. The brand currently has 31 locations across 14 states, with several new locations in development. Backed by an experienced leadership team and a private equity deal with Silver Oak Services Partners, Launch Entertainment has initiated a full-scale franchise development plan.

For more information about Launch Entertainment, visit www.launchtrampolinepark.com/. To learn more about its franchise opportunities, visit

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Husband-and-Wife Duo to Open Family Entertainment Center Franchise in Massachusetts

LEOMINSTER, Mass. – (June 7, 2022) – Launch Entertainment, a leading operator and franchisor of innovative, year-round family entertainment centers, continues to expand its footprint in Massachusetts. Launch franchisees, Mark and Christine Emma, are currently transitioning what once housed a Toys “R” Us into the sixth Launch Entertainment location in the state. The latest family entertainment center will be located at The Mall at Whitney Field in Leominster, Massachusetts.

The city of Leominster holds a special place in Mark’s heart — this is where he grew up! When Mark was younger, the city was alive with places to shop, eat, and play. Over the years, the Emmas saw the place they call home drastically changed. Businesses in the area dwindled away, either closing shop or relocating to larger cities. With slim to no options for their 12-year-old son and his friends to enjoy themselves as Mark did growing up, Mark and Christine decided it was time to make a difference and begin to revitalize the community and its businesses. They began researching business opportunities that would benefit the community and jumped at the chance to open their very own Launch Entertainment.

“We were introduced to the family entertainment center franchise when our son was seven,” said Christine. “We immediately fell in love with Launch Entertainment’s concept, leadership, and ability to evolve with the times. Our goal is to rekindle the city of Leominster and surrounding communities. It’s a community that’s been neglected for years. With Launch opening at The Mall at Whitney Field, we can provide a safe, fun, active, and inclusive environment for children, teens, parents, and grandparents to enjoy. We hope to drive significant foot traffic in the area and, in turn, help attract other businesses to invest or reinvest in our community.”

The Leominster location will include Launch’s signature trampolines, eight lanes of bowling, XP Arena, Omni Virtual Reality, ninja course, battle pit, rock wall, x-treme dodgeball, basketball dunk lanes, a full arcade, birthday party rooms, Krave restaurant and Bar Hops beverage service, and more.

The Emma family knows the value of a fun-filled experience with a great atmosphere to celebrate birthdays, family gatherings, church events, work outings, or just a date night that everyone in the surrounding community can enjoy. Mark and Christine are planning to offer bowling and dodgeball leagues for both children and adults in the city. They also plan to host special weekly events like Toddler Time, Teen Nights, V.I.P. Time, and 21+ Nights to create an inclusive atmosphere where all residents can find a sense of community.

“We started this journey with Launch Entertainment in 2018,” said Mark. “It’s been a long time coming, and we are beyond excited to open our doors. Our intention is to not only make an impact on our community and those we serve but also help Leominster thrive once again. Launch will provide an outlet to countless people and create memories that will last a lifetime. We are eager to welcome guests in the Fall. I know our son can’t wait.”

The Leominster family entertainment center, located at 118 Commercial Rd., is slated to open in late November, just in time for the holiday season.

“The opening of our sixth location in the state of Massachusetts is yet another indication that our ongoing expansion efforts are effective,” said Launch CEO Rob Arnold. “Mark and Christine have what it takes to not only become productive business owners but make a true impact in Leominster and the surrounding communities while doing so. This location will provide the entertainment the city of Leominster is yearning for and beyond. We look forward to the impact Launch will have within this community.”

Launch Entertainment currently has 28 locations operating in 13 states across the nation. The rapid expansion of the family entertainment franchise continues by the hour, with numerous other locations in various stages of development.

Visit www.launchtrampolinepark.com for more information.

For franchising information, visit https://launchfamilyentertainment.com/franchise

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ABOUT LAUNCH FRANCHISING, LLC

Founded in 2012 by entrepreneurs Rob and Erin Arnold, Launch Entertainment is an innovative leader in the family entertainment industry. What started as an indoor trampoline park for kids has evolved into a year-round, all-inclusive family entertainment center featuring an XP Arena, ninja courses, climbing walls, laser tag, battle pits, bowling, giant trampoline surfaces, and more. As an ideal space for kids and adults alike, Launch offers a safe and enjoyable environment for date nights, birthday parties, family events, corporate events, church outings, fundraisers, and other get-togethers. Currently, there are 28 parks open and operating in 13 states, with numerous others in development across the country.

Corey and Christina

Launch Dawsonville Experiencing Record Sales Through the First Quarter of 2022

DAWSONVILLE, Ga. – (May 10, 2022) – Launch Entertainment, a leading operator and franchisor of innovative, year-round family entertainment centers, is excited to highlight the success of the Dawsonville, Georgia, location. Opened in the summer of 2020 by husband-and-wife team Christina and Corey Stalnaker, Launch Dawsonville is now experiencing record sales. The success comes after Christina, a co-owner, assumed the role of General Manager in November. She made fundamental staff and protocol changes and raised the morale of the entire team.

“Obviously, 2020 was a tough time to start a new business, especially a business in the family entertainment space. We couldn’t have a classic grand opening, and it was tough to build momentum with government restrictions,” said Christina Stalnaker, Managing Owner of Launch Dawsonville. “When I took over, I wanted to bring some positivity to the leadership team and let our staff know the tough times wouldn’t last. 2022 has been amazing so far! You can feel an energy and excitement each time you enter the building.”

Launch Entertainment, headquartered in Warwick, Rhode Island, is one of the fastest-growing family recreation movements in the United States. The state-of-the-art family entertainment center franchise was founded in 2012 by Rob and Erin Arnold. Launch offers a differentiated entertainment experience with a wide variety of attractions and amenities for all ages.

Christina and Corey decided to bring Launch to Dawsonville because of a lack of entertainment options for children in the area. As parents of three children of their own, they recognized the need, and are thrilled families now have the opportunity to fully take advantage of the addition to the community.

“We live in this community, so our customers are also our neighbors,” said Christina Stalnaker. “We are getting great feedback from local families.”

As residents of the area, the Stalnaker family realizes the value of a fun-filled experience with a great atmosphere to celebrate birthdays, family gatherings, church events, work outings, or just a date night that everyone from all walks of life can enjoy. Launch Entertainment is a service-based, high-margin business that drives repeat customers by going above and beyond what most family entertainment concepts offer.

“We are so grateful to have the Stalnakers in the Launch family. They opened their doors during an unprecedented time and have always navigated any and all challenges gracefully and with positive attitudes. They have come out the other side stronger and successfully.” said Launch CEO Rob Arnold. “Corey and Christina are great communicators, and when faced with challenges they were not exactly sure how to navigate, they never hesitated to reach out. Our team worked side by side with them then and now to help ensure their success. It’s franchisees like Corey and Christina that make our franchise strong and something to be proud to be a part of.”

Launch currently has 28 family entertainment centers open for business in 13 states across the nation. The rapid expansion of the family entertainment franchise continues by the hour, with numerous other locations in various stages of development.

Visit www.launchtrampolinepark.com for more information.

For franchising information, visit https://launchtrampdev.wpengine.com/franchise/franchise/.

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ABOUT LAUNCH FRANCHISING, LLC

Family Entertainment Center Franchise to Open First Site Inside Outlet Mall in Jeffersonville, Ohio

JEFFERSONVILLE, Ohio – (May 3, 2022) – Launch Entertainment, a leading operator and franchisor of innovative, year-round family entertainment centers, is continuing to grow its presence across the nation. Launch is eager to announce its very first location will be coming soon to the state of Ohio. The franchise’s latest deal will bring a fun-filled experience for all ages to Destination Outlets in Jeffersonville, Ohio, and the surrounding area.

Launch Entertainment, headquartered in Warwick, Rhode Island, is one of the fastest-growing family entertainment concepts in the United States. The state-of-the-art family entertainment center franchise was founded in 2012 by Rob and Erin Arnold. Launch offers a differentiated entertainment experience with a wide variety of attractions and amenities for all ages, including XP Arena, ninja courses, laser tag arenas, virtual reality rooms, ropes courses, bowling, trampolines, Krave restaurant, Bar Hops beverage service, and more.

Aside from it being the first Ohio location, the latest Launch Entertainment facility heading to the Jefferson community is unique in that it will be the franchise’s first facility inside an outlet mall. This site will open within Destination Outlets, located at 8800 Factory Shops Boulevard. Launch’s very first Ohio family entertainment center is currently in development with plans to open by this fall.

“Opening a Launch Entertainment inside of Destination Outlets is just what this area needs,” said the new Launch franchisees. “The mall’s tagline is ‘Shop. Eat. Play.’ Launch exemplifies this concept. Our location will provide the community with a year-round destination for quality shopping, a variety of food choices, and engaging entertainment.”

Launch Franchisees are beneficiaries of comprehensive support and training from an industry-leading franchise team. The newest Ohio franchisees enjoy the independence of small business ownership while being backed by the benefits of a big business network. Launch is a reputable brand with a playbook for success.

Launch’s model, differentiated amenities, and one-of-a-kind Krave restaurant are key factors that made the Ohio franchisee team confident in bringing the family entertainment center into the community they call home. Launch Entertainment is a service-based, high-margin business that drives repeat customers by going above and beyond what most family entertainment businesses offer.

“Along with providing our community with an endless supply of fun, we are thrilled to offer new jobs to those in the Jeffersonville area,” said the new Launch franchisees. “At the core of Launch’s model is a group of community-focused individuals. This is one of many aspects in which we pride ourselves. In addition to the new job opportunities we will bring to this market, we are also excited to offer community-based activities to those in and around Jeffersonville. Our team is working diligently to develop new programs for our local school systems, including a bowling league they could participate in.”

“We are pleased to announce our first location in Ohio,” said Launch CEO Rob Arnold. “As a franchise, we are swiftly expanding our footprint across the nation, and this latest location is a testament to our success. Launch Entertainment will be a great addition to the Jeffersonville community and Destination Outlets. We look forward to working with the Jeffersonville team as they bring the community its very first Launch family entertainment center.”

Rob Arnold and his family farm are the subjects of a recent feature in the Franchise Times, an important resource for those in the franchising community.

The article details the Arnold’s journey toward starting a farm during the heart of the pandemic and how tending to the animals helps ease the stress of leading the fast-growing business. Rob and his family started the farm in 2020 while Launch was shut down, and they now have cows, goats, chickens, and bees!

“You get some sense of accomplishment taking care of animals, keeping a nice clean farm, sitting out there and enjoying time,” Arnold explained in the article.

The Arnolds have no plans to slow down when it comes to Launch or the farm! You can check out the entire article here.

Family Entertainment Center Franchise Awards New Location to Marine Veteran in Houston

HOUSTON – (March 28, 2022) – Launch Entertainment, a leading operator and franchisor of innovative, year-round family entertainment centers, is thrilled to announce its very first location in the state of Texas. The franchise’s latest deal will bring Launch’s fun-filled experience for all ages to Houston and the surrounding area.

Founded in 2012 by Rob and Erin Arnold, Launch offers a differentiated family entertainment experience with a wide variety of attractions and amenities for everyone including XP Arena, ninja courses, laser tag, bowling, trampolines, premium food and beverage service, and more.

The newest Launch Entertainment location will be heading to the Houston community. This comes as a result of an agreement recently signed by Marine veteran Robert Adkins and his business partner Frank Fults. Texas’s first Launch Entertainment location is currently in development. As residents of the area, Fults, Adkins, and their families know the value of an invigorating adventure with a great atmosphere to celebrate birthdays, family gatherings, church events, work outings, or just a date night that everyone from all walks of life can enjoy.

“I can’t wait for my fellow Houstonians to check out this amazing, multifaceted entertainment center,” said Robert Adkins. “We are so passionate about kids. As I get older, I’m learning life is short, and spending time with my two children is a big deal. We are excited to create an environment for families to form long-lasting memories.”

Launch Franchisees are beneficiaries of comprehensive support and training from an industry-leading franchise team. Franchisees like Adkins and Fults enjoy the independence of small business ownership while being backed by the benefits of a big business network.

Launch’s model, differentiated amenities, and one-of-a-kind Krave restaurant are key factors that made the two long-time friends and business partners confident in bringing the family entertainment center into the community they call home. Launch Entertainment is a service-based, high-margin business that drives repeat customers by going above and beyond what most family entertainment businesses offer.

“Launch offers everything a family could ever want under one roof,” Adkins said of his decision. “I love how the company is very family-oriented and emphasizes the importance of the employee experience. At the end of the day, it’s all about loyalty and the culture we promote.”

Launch currently has 25 family entertainment centers open for business in 13 states across the nation. The rapid expansion of the family entertainment franchise continues by the hour, with numerous other locations in various stages of development.

“We are thrilled to break ground on our first Launch Entertainment location in Texas,” said Launch CEO Rob Arnold. “As a franchise, we are focused on developing more facilities in large markets, and we plan on growing our presence throughout the state. We are eager to work with a dynamic duo like Rob and Frank and support them as they embark on this profitable journey with Launch.”

Visit https://launchfamilyentertainment.com/franchise for more information.

For franchising information, visit https://launchfamilyentertainment.com/franchise

ABOUT LAUNCH FRANCHISING, LLC

Founded in 2012 by entrepreneurs Rob and Erin Arnold, Launch Entertainment is an innovative leader in the family entertainment industry. What started as an indoor trampoline park for kids has evolved into a year-round, all-inclusive family entertainment center featuring an XP Arena, ninja courses, climbing walls, laser tag, battle pits, bowling, giant trampoline surfaces, and more. As an ideal space for kids and adults alike, Launch offers a safe and enjoyable environment for date nights, birthday parties, family events, corporate events, church outings, fundraisers, and other get-togethers. Currently, there are 25 parks open and operating in 13 states, with numerous others in development across the country.