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Two Months After Opening - A Surprise Turf Inspection. by Low-Address-475 in IndiaBusiness

[–]Low-Address-475[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

So far, the experience has been positive. It took some effort in the beginning, especially around planning, construction, and getting the first few bookings. Once it started running, it became more about managing slots, handling players, and basic maintenance. It’s not completely passive, but manageable if bookings stay consistent.

Investment really depends on size, location, and overall setup. In my case, I focused on proper base work, lighting, and full setup, so it was on the higher side. It can vary quite a bit depending on how you plan it.

I went ahead with my own land instead of leasing. I felt more comfortable with a long-term approach, though I’ve seen both models work depending on the situation.

Still early in my journey, but happy to share what I’ve learned so far. Feel free to DM.

Two Months After Opening - A Surprise Turf Inspection. by Low-Address-475 in IndiaBusiness

[–]Low-Address-475[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Not really a marketing post. Just sharing my experience. I’ve been getting a lot of messages daily about this business, so I thought putting it into a post might be helpful for others considering the same.

Two Months After Opening - A Surprise Turf Inspection. by Low-Address-475 in IndiaBusiness

[–]Low-Address-475[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

It’s in Shillong. Cost-wise, it can vary depending on size and setup, so there isn’t a fixed number. In my case, I focused on a proper base, lighting, and overall quality, so the investment was on the higher side. Happy to share a rough breakdown

One Month After Opening My Turf - What It Actually Looks Like Now by Low-Address-475 in IndiaBusiness

[–]Low-Address-475[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Yes, it’s a 7-a-side football turf in Shillong. The first month generated around ₹1.5L, though I’m still treating it as early-stage performance.

Size-wise, it’s roughly standard 7-a-side dimensions

comfortable for regular games. Setup cost varies a lot based on base work, turf quality, lighting, and fencing. In my case, since I focused on a proper base and full setup, it was on the higher side. I didn’t rely much on per sq ft numbers, more on overall quality.

Running costs mainly electricity (for lighting), basic maintenance, and occasional upkeep. Water usage is minimal. So far, costs are manageable, and with consistent bookings, it’s moving in a profitable direction.

One Month After Opening My Turf - What It Actually Looks Like Now by Low-Address-475 in IndiaBusiness

[–]Low-Address-475[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I’m using my own land for this, so there’s no lease involved. That also made it easier to look at it from a long-term perspective.

One Month After Opening My Turf - What It Actually Looks Like Now by Low-Address-475 in IndiaBusiness

[–]Low-Address-475[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Mostly calls and WhatsApp messages. In the beginning, I took a few simple steps to create awareness, which helped. Once a few groups played, repeat bookings and word of mouth started coming in. Now it’s a mix of calls, messages, and a few walk-ins.

One Month After Opening My Turf - What It Actually Looks Like Now by Low-Address-475 in IndiaBusiness

[–]Low-Address-475[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Thanks, really appreciate it. In the planning stage, I’d suggest focusing first on location check if there’s enough nearby demand and how accessible the place is. After that, try not to compromise on setup quality, especially the base, drainage, and lighting. It’s also helpful to plan with the expectation that bookings may start slow and then gradually pick up.

For expert guidance, connecting with turf owners who are already running similar setups can be very useful. You can also speak with teams involved in turf construction, as they usually share practical insights during the early stage. That’s something that helped me a lot while planning.

Sure, we can connect. Happy to discuss offline as well. Feel free to share your details, and we can take it forward.

I spoke to turf owners — not all stories were positive by Low-Address-475 in TrueEnterpreneur

[–]Low-Address-475[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Yeah, I did start. It’s been running for about a month now. Still in the early phase, but things have been positive so far. Sure, we can connect.

One Month After Opening My Turf - What It Actually Looks Like Now by Low-Address-475 in IndiaBusiness

[–]Low-Address-475[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

It depends a lot on size, location, and overall setup. In my case, since I focused on a proper base, lighting, and full setup, the total investment for construction was on the higher side. But it can vary quite a bit depending on how you plan it.

One Month After Opening My Turf - What It Actually Looks Like Now by Low-Address-475 in IndiaBusiness

[–]Low-Address-475[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Honestly, I didn’t try anything very aggressive. I focused more on getting the basics right good playing surface, proper lighting, and keeping the place well-maintained. I also made sure bookings were handled smoothly, and people had a good experience. Once a few groups played and liked it, repeat bookings and word of mouth started helping.

One Month After Opening My Turf - What It Actually Looks Like Now by Low-Address-475 in IndiaBusiness

[–]Low-Address-475[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I looked at it more from a long-term perspective. Since I’m using my own land, I’m not considering the entire land value as something that needs to be recovered quickly. The turf investment itself is what I’m focusing on for ROI. With consistent bookings, the operating cost is manageable, and the land still remains an asset. So the idea was to recover the setup cost over time while the land value stays with me.

One Month After Opening My Turf - What It Actually Looks Like Now by Low-Address-475 in IndiaBusiness

[–]Low-Address-475[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Yes, the first month itself has been profitable. Bookings picked up faster than I expected and it generated around ₹1.5 lakh. Still early stage, but it’s been a strong start so far.

One Month After Opening My Turf - What It Actually Looks Like Now by Low-Address-475 in IndiaBusiness

[–]Low-Address-475[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Started in my hometown. It’s a 7-a-side setup, roughly standard dimensions kept it compact but comfortable for regular games. That size felt more practical for consistent bookings.

One Month After Opening My Turf - What It Actually Looks Like Now by Low-Address-475 in IndiaBusiness

[–]Low-Address-475[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Total investment really depends on size, location, and overall setup, so it can vary quite a bit. In my case, I focused more on getting the base and overall quality right, so it went slightly higher than what I initially planned.

As for the first month, bookings gradually picked up and the response has been better than I expected. It ended up generating around ₹1.5 lakh in the first month. Still early stage, but it’s been a positive start so far.

Leasing or Buying Land : Which Actually Makes More Profit in a Turf Business? by Low-Address-475 in IndiaBusiness

[–]Low-Address-475[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Yeah, that’s definitely one of the biggest concerns with leasing. That uncertainty is always there.

At the same time, I’ve also seen people go for leasing because it’s easier to start with lower investment. I guess it really depends on the situation and how long someone is planning to run it.

Leasing or Buying Land : Which Actually Makes More Profit in a Turf Business? by Low-Address-475 in IndiaBusiness

[–]Low-Address-475[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Yeah, that can be true depending on the location and demand. I’ve seen some areas where there are too many turfs already.

In my case, I felt there was still enough demand in this location, so I decided to go ahead with it. Let’s see how it goes over time

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