Golf USA vs BirdieBall Franchise Comparison

Below is an in-depth analysis and side-by-side comparison of Golf USA vs BirdieBall including start-up costs and fees, business experience requirements, training & support and financing options.

Start-Up Costs and Fees
 
Golf USA Franchise
BirdieBall Franchise
Investment $212,500 - $412,500$699 - And Up
Franchise Fee $34,000 - $44,000N/A
Royalty Fee 2.5%-
Advertising Fee --
Year Founded 1986-
Year Franchised 1989-
Term Of Agreement 15 years-
Term Of Agreement 15 years-
Renewal Fee --


Business Experience Requirements
 
Golf USA Franchise
BirdieBall Franchise
Experience
  • Industry experience
  • General business experience
  • Marketing skills
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    Financing Options
     
    Golf USA Franchise
    BirdieBall Franchise
      In-House/3rd PartyIn-House/3rd Party
    Franchise Fees No/Yes-/-
    Start-up Costs No/Yes-/-
    Equipment No/Yes-/-
    Inventory No/Yes-/-
    Receivables No/Yes-/-
    Payroll No/Yes-/-

    Training & Support
     
    Golf USA Franchise
    BirdieBall Franchise
    Training --
    Support Newsletter, Meetings, Toll-free phone line, Grand opening, Internet, Security/safety procedures, Field operations/evaluations, Purchasing cooperatives-
    Marketing Co-op advertising, Ad slicks, National media, Regional advertising-
    Operations 10% of all franchisees own more than one unit

    Number of employees needed to run franchised unit: 4

    Absentee ownership of franchise is allowed. (95% of current franchisees are owner/operators)

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    Expansion Plans
     
    Golf USA Franchise
    BirdieBall Franchise
    US Expansion Yes-
    Canada Expansion No-
    International Expansion Yes-

    Company Overviews

    About Golf USA

    Founded in Oklahoma in 1986, Golf USA began franchising operations in 1989 with the goal of bringing quality golf equipment, club repair, and outstanding service to golfers throughout the world. Currently Golf USA operates over 50 locations in 12 countries, including over 20 locations throughout the United States.

    With a strong emphasis on customer service and great brands, Golf USA franchise stores have had a long history of success in many markets across the United States. Golf USA stores range from 2,500 to 7,500 square feet in size and carry a large selection of name brand equipment. Most stores offer club repair, along with custom club and ball fitting services to enhance a player’s overall performance.

    Golf USA locations are individually owned and operated, in most cases by an owner that is local to that community. This local bond has been a key component in the success that many stores have experienced. A typical Golf USA owner is not only involved with their store, but their entire community.

    About BirdieBall

    THIS IS NOT A FRANCHISE THIS IS A Dealer/Distributor
    BirdieBall is the world leader in off-course golf and off-course golf instruction technology. With over 3,000 school installations BirdieBall is the largest in-school instructional program in the world. BirdieBall is now offering distributorships along with instruction certification in all markets. Selling and delivering BirdieBall products and services can be full time or as a supplement to income as well. Love golf? Teach, sell and enjoy life.