Team 7 – HoopUP

Presentation Team

HubLab Teams
Each team at HubLab will consist of six young entrepreneurs, one from each participating country—Romania, Bulgaria, Greece, Cyprus, Poland, and Latvia. These teams have collaborated throughout the program, combining their diverse perspectives to develop innovative business ideas. The final teams have officially pitched their business idea on 23 September, in Iasi

Details Team

Hoop Up: Revolutionizing Fun and Fitness

Business Overview

  • Business Name: Hoop Up
  • Concept: A basketball-themed trampoline park, combining fitness, fun, and innovation by offering trampolines with basketball hoops for all age groups.
  • Tagline: Bounce High, Score Big!

Problem Statement

  • Identified Issues:
    • Lack of interactive sports venues that combine fun and fitness.
    • Limited options for unique birthday celebrations and team-building activities.
    • Underutilization of basketball fandom in engaging recreational spaces.

Solution

  • Hoop Up’s Offering:
    • A trampoline-based basketball court with:
      • Exciting sports-themed activities.
      • Options for birthday parties and team-building events.
      • Facilities like a mini café, showers, and snack stores.

 

Market Opportunity

  • Target Audience:
    • Children and teens for fun and fitness.
    • Basketball fans looking for recreational activities.
    • Families and groups for unique outings and celebrations.
  • Market Gap:
    • High demand for innovative sports experiences in Greece.
    • Opportunities to tap into tourism, local economies, and basketball culture.

Business Model

  • Revenue Streams:
    • Admission Fees:
      • €9 per 30 minutes.
      • €15 per hour.
    • Value-Added Services:
      • Mini café selling snacks, protein shakes, and water.
      • Retail sales of basketball-themed merchandise.
    • Event Hosting:
      • Customized birthday parties and corporate events.

Financial Insights

  • Investment Needs: €60,000
    • €30,000: Equipment purchase (trampolines, hoops, safety gear).
    • €24,000: Operational costs for the first 6 months (rent, utilities, salaries).
    • €6,000: Marketing and promotional campaigns.
  • Projected Monthly Profit:
    • Visitor Revenue: €9,982 (net profit).
    • Snack Sales: €700 (net profit).
    • Total Monthly Profit: €10,682.
  • Break-Even Point: Within 6 months post-launch.

Customer Insights (MVP Analysis)

  • Pricing Feedback:
    • €9 for 30 minutes was considered reasonable by most respondents.
    • €15 for 1 hour was described as competitive but slightly expensive.
  • Service Preferences:
    • Ranked by importance: Drinks, memberships, food, showers, and sport accessories.
    • Demand for additional facilities such as lounge areas and arcades.
  • Frequency of Visits:
    • Most respondents indicated they would visit once a month or every two weeks.

 

Marketing and Sales Strategy

  • Engagement Channels:
    • Social media campaigns targeting local basketball and fitness enthusiasts.
    • Partnerships with schools and sports clubs for exclusive offers.
    • Promotional events, such as trampoline basketball tournaments.
  • Customer Retention:
    • Membership packages and group discounts.
    • Exclusive merchandise and themed events.

 

Future Vision

  • Expansion Plans:
    • Diversify activities with arcades, mini-games, and team-building programs.
    • Expand to other cities and integrate additional sports themes.
  • Innovation:
    • Explore VR-based basketball training and gamified experiences for younger audiences.

Thank You!

 

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