The Back Nine

The Back Nine is a premier indoor golf simulator franchise offering a low-overhead, high-margin, membership-driven model with multiple revenue streams, 24/7 access, and turnkey systems designed for scalable growth in the booming indoor golf market.

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The Back Nine

The Back Nine Franchise Cost and Requirements for 2026

Background

The Back Nine is the premier indoor golf simulator franchise in the United States, offering an innovative business model designed for low overhead, high-margin revenue, and scalable growth. Our franchise system provides an accessible, turnkey investment opportunity with minimal staffing requirements, automated software solutions, and multiple revenue streams?including recurring membership plans, hourly rentals, leagues, lessons, and event bookings.

As golf simulator technology surges in popularity, The Back Nine is leading the way with a proven and refined system that ensures both players and franchise owners experience success. Our membership-based model provides golfers with 24/7 access to state-of-the-art indoor facilities, allowing them to play world-class courses, analyze their swing with instant feedback, and hone their skills in a comfortable, weather-proof environment. Franchisees benefit from predictable, recurring revenue while leveraging our streamlined operations, making it easy to manage the business with a lean team and powerful software tools.

With low startup costs and efficient operations, The Back Nine presents an exciting opportunity for entrepreneurs looking to capitalize on the booming indoor golf industry. Whether players are improving their game or simply enjoying a round with friends, our model delivers an exceptional experience while driving strong financial returns. Join The Back Nine today and become part of the future of indoor golf!

Company Details

Established: 2021
First Unit Franchised: 2023
Franchised Units: 391
Company Owned Units: 3
States Registered In: Alabama - AL, Alaska - AK, Arizona - AZ, Arkansas - AR, California - CA, Colorado - CO, Connecticut - CT, Delaware - DE, Florida - FL, Georgia - GA, Idaho - ID, Illinois - IL, Indiana - IN, Iowa - IA, Kansas - KS, Kentucky - KY, Louisiana - LA, Maine - ME, Maryland - MD, Massachusetts - MA, Michigan - MI, Minnesota - MN, Mississippi - MS, Missouri - MO, Montana - MT, Nebraska - NE, Nevada - NV, New Hampshire - NH, New Jersey - NJ, New Mexico - NM, New York - NY, North Carolina - NC, North Dakota - ND, Ohio - OH, Oklahoma - OK, Oregon - OR, Pennsylvania - PA, Rhode Island - RI, South Carolina - SC, South Dakota - SD, Tennessee - TN, Texas - TX, Utah - UT, Vermont - VT, Virginia - VA, West Virginia - WV, Wisconsin - WI, Wyoming - WY
Canada Franchises: Yes
International Franchises: Yes(Australia, Europe)

Support and Training Offered By The Back Nine

Financial Assistance Provided: Yes
Specify: We line them up with banks we have relationships with.

Site Selection Assistance: Yes
Specify: We work with Morrow Hill.

Lease Negotiation Assistance: Yes
Specify: Morrow Hill helps them with this.

Recruiting Assistance: No

Co-operative Advertising: Yes
Specify: They are welcome to us any and all of our marketing materials

Training:
All franchisees are required to successfully complete the full online training curriculum, followed by mandatory in-person training at the franchisor?s headquarters.

2026 Franchise Requirements Needed to Own a The Back Nine Franchise.

What does a The Back Nine Franchise Cost?

The Back Nine franchise fees for 2026:

Cash Investment: $276,050 - $603,500
Total Investment: $276,050 - $603,500
Minimum Net Worth: NA
Single Unit Franchise Fee: $50,000
Franchise Fee for Each Additional Unit: $45,000 for the 2nd and 3rd, $40,000 for everything after that
Royalty: 8%
Ad Fees: NA
Other Fees: $250 Marketing Fee, $350 Software fee
Average Number of Employees at Start/at Maturity: 0-1
Item 19: Yes
SBA Registry: Yes
Visa Candidates: No
Passive Ownership: No
Semi-Passive Ownership: Yes
Specify: At B9, our proprietary software runs every part of the operation, all the way from booking to facility access. Members can enter and use the space directly through the app, meaning no staff needs to be on-site. This streamlined model frees our franchisees to spend their time where it counts: growing their business and selling memberships to both individuals and corporate clients.

Home-Based: No
B2B: Yes
Master Franchise Opportunities: No
Veteran Discount: Yes(10% off the first location)

Is The Back Nine a Semi Absentee Franchise with a Passive Ownership Opportunity?

No. The Back Nine is not a semi absentee franchise. The owner of the franchise (the franchisee) is expected to be involved in all aspects of day-to-day operations.

Is The Back Nine a Home Based franchise?

No. The Back Nine is not a home based franchise opportunity.

What Do The Back Nine Franchise Owners Make?

Click here to find out how much The Back Nine franchisees make. The Back Nine offers an Item 19 in their Franchise Disclosure Document which provides financial information about select franchisees in their franchise system.

Is The Back Nine a Master Franchise Opportunity?

No. The Back Nine is not a master franchise opportunity.

Does The Back Nine Offer a Veteran Discount?

Yes. The Back Nine franchise does offer a veteran discount.

Does The Back Nine Work with E2 Visa and EB-5 Visa Candidates?

No. The Back Nine franchise does not work with E2 Visa and EB-5 Visa candidates.

Is The Back Nine Looking for Franchisees in Canada?

Yes. The Back Nine franchise is looking for Canada franchisees.

Is The Back Nine Looking for International franchisees?

Yes. The Back Nine franchise is looking for International franchisees.

Where can I see The Back Nine's FDD (Franchise Disclosure Document)?

Buying a Franchise Guide: What is a Franchise Disclosure Document?

When evaluating a franchise opportunity, reading and understanding the current version of their FDD is a necessity. Considering the benefits of franchising, such as established brand recognition and support from the franchisor, it's important to also take into account franchise fees and franchising royalty fees. Since most franchisors are privately owned companies, the current versions of their FDDs are typically not available unless requested directly from them.

Click here to connect with a Franchise Consultant who can help you obtain a copy quickly and for free. They can also guide you through the essential franchise questions to ask, ensuring you make a well-informed decision about your investment.

Additional Information

Additional Categories

Fitness, Sports, Recently Added Franchises, Non Food Franchises

Number of Units Open

100+ UNITS

Cash Required

More than $250,000

Master Franchise

No

Passive Franchise

No

Home Based Franchise

No

Item 19 Franchise

Yes

Veteran Discount

No

B2B

Yes

Franchise Opportunities in Canada

Yes

International Franchise Opportunities

Yes

E2 Visa Franchise

No

The Back Nine Franchises for Sale

Click Here to inquire about existing The Back Nine franchises for sale. We may have The Back Nine franchise resales. A franchise resale is an already established franchise owned by a franchisee and the franchisee is looking to sell their franchise.

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