Golf franchising growing in popularity

Posted on July 16, 2010 by Franchise Gator Admin

One of the biggest opportunities for potential franchisees is the golf market, with an estimated 27 million casual golfers in North America.

According to one industry expert, the market for golf franchising is exploding, and franchises like GolfAhoy and Golf Etc. are quickly become darlings of the fast-growing industry.

"I love this business. I work three half-days a week and play golf the rest of the time," said GolfAhoy Travel Ambassador Frank Rogers. "Country Club PGA golf Pros are most receptive and attentive when I tell them what’s in it for them when they partner with me to promote one of the 5,000 golf vacation package choices I have at my disposal to their club members."

Golf franchises are able to offer flexibility to business operators of in all walks of life. Because many people feel passionate about the club-swinging sport, it can often be one of the most heavily sought - after opportunities.

Among the most successful golf-related franchises has been Golf USA. Entrepreneur magazine ranked the business in its Franchise 500 list for three years straight, starting in 2006.