Flash Pads Continue Their Momentum in the Family Entertainment Industry

Flash Pads are a go-to attraction for entertainment center owners looking to bring more energy, excitement, and value to their businesses. From independent FECs to national brands like Urban Air and Sky Zone, we’ve seen incredible momentum, and 2025 is shaping up to be our biggest year yet.

As Sales Director, I have the awesome opportunity to meet entertainment center owners from around the world. Meeting new customers is one of my favorite parts of the job. I get to walk them through everything—from their first inquiry all the way through purchase and installation. It’s really rewarding, and I build so many great relationships along the way.

I recently received a testimonial from one of our great customers, Travis, who purchased Flash Pads for his Urban Air Adventure Park:

“About 3 months ago, we decided to decommission an older attraction and chose the Flash Pads from Battle Company as a replacement. While we expected it to be well received, our customers’ overwhelmingly positive responses exceeded all expectations! Smiles, laughter, high fives, cheering, and hollering are the standard at our Flash Pads attraction.”
— Travis W., Urban Air

At Battle Company, we love this kind of feedback from our customers. Travis is not alone. More and more operators are discovering that Flash Pads aren’t just another floor game—they’re a full-scale attraction and a true centerpiece.

4 Reasons Operators Say They Love Flash Pads

It’s important in family entertainment to choose attractions that deliver high guest engagement while keeping operations smooth and efficient. When we engineered Flash Pads, we focused on two main things: the guest experience and the operators’ needs. Here are four reasons I’ve heard in recent conversations with our customers about why they love Flash Pads:

Reason 1: Self-Service Attractions Reduce Staffing and Labor Costs

Flash Pads are a self-service attraction and offer a major advantage: lower labor costs. Since they are easily operated by guests with little to no staff involvement, businesses can save significantly on staffing expenses—especially as labor costs continue to rise. Unlike other attractions that frequently break down and require long, frustrating service calls, Flash Pads are reliable. That means your staff can stay focused on core operations instead of being tied up with technical issues.

“We put Flash Pads into our park in October 2024. It has been a great addition. The kids love it and they are very quick to understand how it works. So far, we have had almost no down time and it requires minimal staffing. We love it.”
— Keith H.

Takeaway: By eliminating the need for full-time supervision, self-service attractions like Flash Pads significantly reduce staffing requirements and associated labor costs.

Reason 2: Flash Pads Do Not Have Height or Age Restrictions

One of the bigger challenges in entertainment planning is finding attractions that appeal to a diverse range of guests. Parents may be reluctant to jump on the trampolines, while a younger sibling might be too small to participate with an older brother or sister. Flash Pads solve this problem.

With no height or age restrictions and a variety of games, they’re great for everyone—from preschoolers to grandparents. Flash Pads’ intuitive design makes it easy for customers to operate and choose a game that everyone can jump right in and play. This broad appeal not only creates a fun and welcoming experience for families and groups but also helps boost throughput, guest satisfaction, and repeat visits.

“Our parents LOVE to play along with either their preschool or teen aged children while having a ball.”

“We LOVE the very low maintenance costs both in labor, time and materials which was not the case for the attraction it replaced. It’s so easy to use – just plug it in, walk away, and let the fun begin!!!”
— Travis W.

Takeaway: Flash Pads remove age and height barriers, making them the one attraction everyone can enjoy together.

Reason 3: Flash Pads Are Low Maintenance and Save on Costly Repairs

I often hear horror stories from operators about attractions that started off exciting but quickly turned into costly nightmares. Frequent breakdowns bring operations to a halt at the worst possible times. Replacement parts are expensive and painfully slow to arrive, and repairs can be complicated. Some attractions even get shut down due to safety or compliance issues, leading to lost revenue and disappointed guests.

These “dead zones” eat up valuable space in your center and lead to bad reviews online that cost you customers. Flash Pads are designed to avoid all of that. With minimal moving parts, they are durable, easy to repair, and require very little maintenance, making them one of the more reliable and cost-effective attractions on the market.

“Flash Pads have been a fantastic addition to Action City! From an operational standpoint, they’re low-maintenance and draw in crowds. Guests love the variety of games and the unique, interactive experience keeps them coming back for more. We’re very happy with the investment!”
— Billy B.

Takeaway: Built to last with minimal moving parts, Flash Pads slash maintenance costs and eliminate the repair headaches that kill profits.

Reason 4: Flash Pads Fit Where Other Attractions Don’t

Long lead times, juggling multiple contractors, and costly renovations are growing concerns I’ve heard from operators across the family entertainment industry. That’s why more operators are looking for flexible solutions that don’t require long wait times or a full-scale buildout.

Flash Pads’ compact design allows them to easily fit into more spaces without all the extra work. Many operators have space in their centers that is underutilized or hasn’t even been considered for an attraction. Flash Pads are a great solution.

If weekends bring big crowds to your facility, leaving long wait times and guests wanting more to do, customers have added a Double Flash Pad to boost throughput and maximize guest engagement. They’re a low-hassle, high-impact addition to any venue, offering more value per square foot than many traditional options. To make things even easier, our experienced team will come out and seamlessly install them at your location.

“It’s a small footprint, lights up, looks cool and you don’t have to have a team member to monitor it.”
— Anthony R.

Many operators have underused areas in their facilities—spaces that haven’t been seen as opportunities for guest engagement or revenue generation. With their compact footprint, Flash Pads are an ideal way to activate those overlooked spots.

If your weekends bring heavy foot traffic, long wait times, and guests looking for more to do, adding a Double Flash Pad can relieve pressure, boost throughput, and keep visitors entertained and engaged. Flash Pads deliver high value per square foot—making them a smart, must-add attraction for any venue.

Takeaway: Flash Pads maximize your square footage and transform underutilized space into revenue-generating attractions.

Why I Recommend Flash Pads Personally

As someone who works directly with operators every day, I’ve seen how Flash Pads can transform underperforming spaces into revenue-generating, guest-pleasing zones of nonstop fun. Not to mention, my own kids love them too!

“In summary, the addition of Flash Pads in our Park has added a new level of excitement and thrills that has elevated our business and attracted new customers. We are a 100% satisfied customer and would not hesitate to recommend this exceptional attraction.”

I genuinely love what Flash Pads bring to the table. They check so many boxes for operators: easy to run, super low maintenance, and built for all ages. What really excites me is how much value they deliver in such a compact space. They’re high-energy, have great replay value, and are always a crowd favorite.

Whether you’re replacing an underperforming attraction or planning something new, Flash Pads are the kind of investment that makes a real difference—both for your team and your guests.

Curious to See What All the Buzz Is About?

Curious to see what all the buzz is about? Let’s chat! I’d love to show you a demo, connect you with our sales team, and walk you through how Flash Pads can turn an underused space into one of your most talked-about attractions. I’m confident you’ll see what I see, and I’m truly excited every time one of these gets installed.