{"product_id":"curling-rink-startup-costs","title":"Curling Rink Startup Costs: $855K CAPEX for an 8-Sheet Facility","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"container_new_design\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"text-section text-1_new_design\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"line_top\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYou’re pricing a curling rink before the lease, ice system, and launch plan are fully locked This researched planning model covers \u003cstrong\u003e$855,000 in startup CAPEX\u003c\/strong\u003e, pre-opening expenses, working capital needs, and a \u003cstrong\u003e60-month\u003c\/strong\u003e operating view These figures are planning assumptions, not vendor quotes or guaranteed project bids\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"image-section image-1_new_design\" id=\"main_article_image\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #126CFF;\"\u003eEstimate Startup Costs with Calculator\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003csection class=\"fml-capex-calculator\" aria-label=\"Curling Rink Startup CAPEX Calculator\" data-locale=\"en-US\" data-currency=\"USD\" data-default-scenario=\"base\" data-export-filename=\"Startup CAPEX calculator.xlsx\" data-source-site-name=\"Financial Models Lab\" data-source-site-url=\"https:\/\/financialmodelslab.com\" data-source-page-title=\"Curling Rink Startup CAPEX Calculator\" data-note-title=\"Excludes non-CAPEX needs\" data-note-text=\"This calculator covers startup asset costs only. It excludes working capital, payroll runway, debt service, deposits, inventory, marketing runway, operating losses, and ongoing operating expenses.\"\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"fml-capex-card\"\u003e\n\u003cheader class=\"fml-capex-header\"\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"fml-capex-heading\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"fml-capex-eyebrow\"\u003eStartup CAPEX\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"fml-capex-intro\"\u003eEstimates one-time capitalized startup assets for a curling rink only, including buildout, ice systems, equipment, technology, and contingency.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"fml-capex-scenarios\" aria-label=\"Scenario presets\"\u003e\n\u003cbutton class=\"fml-capex-scenario\" type=\"button\" data-scenario=\"lean\"\u003eLean\u003c\/button\u003e\u003cbutton class=\"fml-capex-scenario is-active\" type=\"button\" data-scenario=\"base\"\u003eBase\u003c\/button\u003e\u003cbutton class=\"fml-capex-scenario\" type=\"button\" data-scenario=\"full\"\u003eFull\u003c\/button\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c\/header\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"fml-capex-layout\"\u003e\n\u003cform class=\"fml-capex-inputs\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"fml-capex-row\"\u003e\n\u003clabel class=\"fml-capex-label\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHard Build \u0026amp; Interior Fit-out\u003c\/span\u003e\u003csmall\u003eInterior buildout, locker and viewing space, slab or floor prep, insulation, vapor barriers, and dehumidification scope.\u003c\/small\u003e\u003c\/label\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"fml-capex-money\"\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003e$\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cinput data-capex-field=\"hard_build_fitout\" data-capex-kind=\"money\" data-capex-label=\"Hard Build \u0026amp; Interior Fit-out\" data-capex-note=\"Interior buildout, locker and viewing space, slab or floor prep, insulation, vapor barriers, and dehumidification scope.\" data-lean=\"120000\" data-base=\"150000\" data-full=\"190000\" name=\"hard_build_fitout\" type=\"text\" inputmode=\"numeric\" value=\"150,000\"\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"fml-capex-row\"\u003e\n\u003clabel class=\"fml-capex-label\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIce Plant \u0026amp; Refrigeration System\u003c\/span\u003e\u003csmall\u003eIce plant, refrigeration scope, cooling controls, and core rink temperature systems.\u003c\/small\u003e\u003c\/label\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"fml-capex-money\"\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003e$\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cinput data-capex-field=\"ice_plant_refrigeration\" data-capex-kind=\"money\" data-capex-label=\"Ice Plant \u0026amp; Refrigeration System\" data-capex-note=\"Ice plant, refrigeration scope, cooling controls, and core rink temperature systems.\" data-lean=\"300000\" data-base=\"350000\" data-full=\"430000\" name=\"ice_plant_refrigeration\" type=\"text\" inputmode=\"numeric\" value=\"350,000\"\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"fml-capex-row\"\u003e\n\u003clabel class=\"fml-capex-label\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCurling Sheet Assets \u0026amp; Ice Equipment\u003c\/span\u003e\u003csmall\u003eCurling stones, hacks, scoreboards, ice maintenance tools, and resurfacing equipment.\u003c\/small\u003e\u003c\/label\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"fml-capex-money\"\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003e$\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cinput data-capex-field=\"ice_equipment_assets\" data-capex-kind=\"money\" data-capex-label=\"Curling Sheet Assets \u0026amp; Ice Equipment\" data-capex-note=\"Curling stones, hacks, scoreboards, ice maintenance tools, and resurfacing equipment.\" data-lean=\"160000\" data-base=\"200000\" data-full=\"245000\" name=\"ice_equipment_assets\" type=\"text\" inputmode=\"numeric\" value=\"200,000\"\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"fml-capex-row\"\u003e\n\u003clabel class=\"fml-capex-label\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eLounge \u0026amp; Pro Shop Buildout\u003c\/span\u003e\u003csmall\u003eLounge equipment, bar furniture, pro shop fixtures, and guest-facing setup.\u003c\/small\u003e\u003c\/label\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"fml-capex-money\"\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003e$\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cinput data-capex-field=\"hospitality_pro_shop_buildout\" data-capex-kind=\"money\" data-capex-label=\"Lounge \u0026amp; Pro Shop Buildout\" data-capex-note=\"Lounge equipment, bar furniture, pro shop fixtures, and guest-facing setup.\" data-lean=\"92000\" data-base=\"115000\" data-full=\"140000\" name=\"hospitality_pro_shop_buildout\" type=\"text\" inputmode=\"numeric\" value=\"115,000\"\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"fml-capex-row\"\u003e\n\u003clabel class=\"fml-capex-label\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePOS, Booking \u0026amp; Office Setup\u003c\/span\u003e\u003csmall\u003ePOS hardware, booking system hardware, office equipment, and IT setup.\u003c\/small\u003e\u003c\/label\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"fml-capex-money\"\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003e$\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cinput data-capex-field=\"technology_office_setup\" data-capex-kind=\"money\" data-capex-label=\"POS, Booking \u0026amp; Office Setup\" data-capex-note=\"POS hardware, booking system hardware, office equipment, and IT setup.\" data-lean=\"32000\" data-base=\"40000\" data-full=\"50000\" name=\"technology_office_setup\" type=\"text\" inputmode=\"numeric\" value=\"40,000\"\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"fml-capex-row\"\u003e\n\u003clabel class=\"fml-capex-label\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eContingency Reserve\u003c\/span\u003e\u003csmall\u003eCovers scope changes, price swings, and small overruns in build and equipment.\u003c\/small\u003e\u003c\/label\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"fml-capex-percent\"\u003e\n\u003cinput data-capex-field=\"contingency\" data-capex-kind=\"percent\" name=\"contingency\" type=\"range\" min=\"5\" max=\"15\" step=\"1\" data-lean=\"5\" data-base=\"10\" data-full=\"15\" value=\"10\"\u003e\u003coutput data-capex-output=\"contingencyValue\"\u003e10%\u003c\/output\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/form\u003e\n\u003caside class=\"fml-capex-results\" aria-live=\"polite\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"fml-capex-tag\"\u003eTotal CAPEX\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"fml-capex-total\"\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003eTotal startup CAPEX\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong data-capex-output=\"totalCapex\"\u003e$940,500\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdl class=\"fml-capex-result-list\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cdt\u003eSubtotal before contingency\u003c\/dt\u003e\n\u003cdd data-capex-output=\"subtotal\"\u003e$855,000\u003c\/dd\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cdt\u003eContingency amount\u003c\/dt\u003e\n\u003cdd data-capex-output=\"contingencyAmount\"\u003e$85,500\u003c\/dd\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cdt\u003eLargest cost driver\u003c\/dt\u003e\n\u003cdd data-capex-output=\"largestDriver\"\u003eIce Plant \u0026amp; Refrigeration System\u003c\/dd\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/dl\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"fml-capex-chart\" aria-label=\"CAPEX cost category breakdown\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"fml-capex-bar-row\"\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003eHard build\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e\u003ci data-capex-bar=\"hard_build_fitout\" style=\"--fml-capex-share: 18%;\"\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cb data-capex-share=\"hard_build_fitout\"\u003e18%\u003c\/b\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"fml-capex-bar-row\"\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003eIce plant\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e\u003ci data-capex-bar=\"ice_plant_refrigeration\" style=\"--fml-capex-share: 41%;\"\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cb data-capex-share=\"ice_plant_refrigeration\"\u003e41%\u003c\/b\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"fml-capex-bar-row\"\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003eIce gear\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e\u003ci data-capex-bar=\"ice_equipment_assets\" style=\"--fml-capex-share: 23%;\"\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cb data-capex-share=\"ice_equipment_assets\"\u003e23%\u003c\/b\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"fml-capex-bar-row\"\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003eGuest areas\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e\u003ci data-capex-bar=\"hospitality_pro_shop_buildout\" style=\"--fml-capex-share: 13%;\"\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cb data-capex-share=\"hospitality_pro_shop_buildout\"\u003e13%\u003c\/b\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"fml-capex-bar-row\"\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003eTech\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e\u003ci data-capex-bar=\"technology_office_setup\" style=\"--fml-capex-share: 5%;\"\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cb data-capex-share=\"technology_office_setup\"\u003e5%\u003c\/b\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cbutton class=\"fml-capex-export\" type=\"button\" data-capex-export\u003eEXPORT XLSX\u003c\/button\u003e\u003c\/aside\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"fml-capex-note\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"fml-capex-note-icon\" aria-hidden=\"true\"\u003e!\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eExcludes non-CAPEX needs\u003c\/strong\u003e This calculator covers startup asset costs only. It excludes working capital, payroll runway, debt service, deposits, inventory, marketing runway, operating losses, and ongoing operating expenses.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c\/section\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"container_new_design_blog\"\u003e\n\n\u003cdiv class=\"text-section_blog text-2_new_design_blog\"\u003e\n\n\u003cdiv class=\"line_top_blog\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #126CFF;\"\u003eWhat does the CAPEX screenshot show?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eCAPEX tab \u003ca href=\"\/products\/curling-rink-financial-model\"\u003eCurling Rink Financial Model Template\u003c\/a\u003e shows \u003cstrong\u003e$855,000\u003c\/strong\u003e startup assets, timing, depreciation, amortization, and funding need. Review assumptions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch4\u003eKey screenshot highlights\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"lst_crct_blog\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eYear 1 volume assumptions\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMonth 14 breakeven\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e$23k cash floor\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003cdiv class=\"image-section_blog image-2_new_design_blog\"\u003e\n\n\u003cdiv class=\"preview-card\" data-preview-src=\"\/cdn\/shop\/files\/curling-rink-financial-model-capex-financialmodelslab_725f45d3-c84e-40e8-9370-7d4c214501c6.webp\"\u003e\n\u003cimg class=\"preview-img\" width=\"100%\" height=\"auto\" src=\"\/cdn\/shop\/files\/curling-rink-financial-model-capex-financialmodelslab_725f45d3-c84e-40e8-9370-7d4c214501c6.webp?width=500\" alt=\"Curling Rink Financial Model capex inputs allowing users to customize capital expenditure items, timing and lifecycles for rink build-out and equipment, supporting accurate funding and depreciation planning.\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"preview-overlay\"\u003e\n\u003cbutton class=\"preview-btn\" type=\"button\" style=\"align-items: center; vertical-align: middle; display: inline-flex; justify-content: center; gap: 6px; line-height: 1;\"\u003e\nPREVIEW \u003csvg fill=\"#fff\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" aria-hidden=\"true\" focusable=\"false\" role=\"presentation\" viewbox=\"0 0 448 512\" width=\"14\"\u003e\u003cpath d=\"M416 176V86.63L246.6 256L416 425.4V336c0-8.844 7.156-16 16-16s16 7.156 16 16v128c0 8.844-7.156 16-16 16h-128c-8.844 0-16-7.156-16-16s7.156-16 16-16h89.38L224 278.6L54.63 448H144C152.8 448 160 455.2 160 464S152.8 480 144 480h-128C7.156 480 0 472.8 0 464v-128C0 327.2 7.156 320 16 320S32 327.2 32 336v89.38L201.4 256L32 86.63V176C32 184.8 24.84 192 16 192S0 184.8 0 176v-128C0 39.16 7.156 32 16 32h128C152.8 32 160 39.16 160 48S152.8 64 144 64H54.63L224 233.4L393.4 64H304C295.2 64 288 56.84 288 48S295.2 32 304 32h128C440.8 32 448 39.16 448 48v128C448 184.8 440.8 192 432 192S416 184.8 416 176z\"\u003e\u003c\/path\u003e\u003c\/svg\u003e\n\u003c\/button\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #126CFF;\"\u003eHow much does it cost to open a curling rink?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor the researched \u003cstrong\u003e8-sheet Curling Rink\u003c\/strong\u003e, use \u003cstrong\u003e$855,000 in startup CAPEX\u003c\/strong\u003e as the construction anchor, but raise for total funding need, not buildout alone. Cash planning matters because \u003ca href=\"\/blogs\/kpi-metrics\/curling-rink\"\u003eWhat Is The Most Important Indicator For Curling Rink Success?\u003c\/a\u003e ties directly to survival: this model shows \u003cstrong\u003e-$82,000 EBITDA\u003c\/strong\u003e in year one, \u003cstrong\u003e$23,000 minimum cash\u003c\/strong\u003e in Month 13, and breakeven in \u003cstrong\u003eMonth 14\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"container_2_clmn_row\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"card_smpl blue_card\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"card_smpl_header\"\u003e\n\u003cimg src=\"\/cdn\/shop\/files\/fml_20_fml-Orange-blog-colons-icon.svg\" alt=\"Icon\" class=\"icon_how_to_use\"\u003e\u003ch3\u003eFunding Need\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"lst_crct_blog\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eStart with \u003cstrong\u003e$855,000 CAPEX\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAdd pre-opening payroll\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFund deposits and insurance\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHold working capital through Month 14\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"card_smpl\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"card_smpl_header\"\u003e\n\u003cimg src=\"\/cdn\/shop\/files\/fml_20_fml-Orange-blog-intro-icon.svg\" alt=\"Icon\" class=\"icon_how_to_use\"\u003e\u003ch3\u003eBudget Drivers\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"lst_crct_blog\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSeparate leased conversion from dedicated center\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSheet count changes ice scope\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFacility condition changes buildout cost\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAmenities add lounge and food costs\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #126CFF;\"\u003eWhat drives curling rink refrigeration cost and ice plant cost?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor a \u003cstrong\u003eCurling Rink\u003c\/strong\u003e, the ice plant and refrigeration system are the biggest modeled technical CAPEX item at \u003cstrong\u003e$350,000\u003c\/strong\u003e, and the cost comes from the full system, not just sheet count. That means refrigeration equipment, piping, controls, glycol or brine where used, slab and ice floor design, commissioning, insulation, vapor barriers, HVAC, and dehumidification. A warm or humid building can push more cost into climate control, and the modeled \u003cstrong\u003e$8,000\/month\u003c\/strong\u003e in utilities shows this is a build and operate issue, not just a one-time install.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"container_2_clmn_row\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"card_smpl\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"card_smpl_header\"\u003e\n\u003cimg src=\"\/cdn\/shop\/files\/fml_20_fml-Orange-blog-intro-icon.svg\" alt=\"Icon\" class=\"icon_how_to_use\"\u003e\u003ch3\u003eCAPEX drivers\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"lst_crct_blog\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e$350,000\u003c\/strong\u003e modeled ice plant\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRefrigeration equipment drives cost\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePiping and controls add scope\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSlab design matters too\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"card_smpl blue_card\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"card_smpl_header\"\u003e\n\u003cimg src=\"\/cdn\/shop\/files\/fml_20_fml-Orange-blog-colons-icon.svg\" alt=\"Icon\" class=\"icon_how_to_use\"\u003e\u003ch3\u003eOperating pressure\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"lst_crct_blog\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHumidity can raise climate cost\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHVAC and dehumidification matter\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e$8,000\/month\u003c\/strong\u003e utilities are modeled\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBuilding shell condition changes spend\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #126CFF;\"\u003eWhat hidden costs should a curling rink budget include?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIf you’re budgeting a Curling Rink, don’t stop at CAPEX; hidden launch costs include utility deposits, business insurance binders, staff training, ice technician setup time, launch marketing, signage, website, POS setup, booking software setup, initial supplies, opening inventory, and a cash reserve. That reserve matters because the model shows \u003cstrong\u003e-$82,000\u003c\/strong\u003e first-year EBITDA and \u003cstrong\u003eMonth 14\u003c\/strong\u003e breakeven, so early cash is part of the funding need, not a nice-to-have, as outlined in \u003ca href=\"\/blogs\/how-much-makes\/curling-rink\"\u003eHow Much Does The Owner Of Curling Rink Typically Make?\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"container_2_clmn_row\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"card_smpl blue_card\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"card_smpl_header\"\u003e\n\u003cimg src=\"\/cdn\/shop\/files\/fml_20_fml-Orange-blog-colons-icon.svg\" alt=\"Icon\" class=\"icon_how_to_use\"\u003e\u003ch3\u003eHidden launch costs\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"lst_crct_blog\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eUtility deposits\u003c\/strong\u003e before opening\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eInsurance binder\u003c\/strong\u003e at launch\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTraining and setup time\u003c\/strong\u003e up front\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMarketing and signage\u003c\/strong\u003e before sales start\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"card_smpl\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"card_smpl_header\"\u003e\n\u003cimg src=\"\/cdn\/shop\/files\/fml_20_fml-Orange-blog-intro-icon.svg\" alt=\"Icon\" class=\"icon_how_to_use\"\u003e\u003ch3\u003eOngoing cash needs\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"lst_crct_blog\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e$1,200\u003c\/strong\u003e monthly insurance\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e$400\u003c\/strong\u003e monthly software\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e$600\u003c\/strong\u003e monthly admin supplies\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e$1,000\u003c\/strong\u003e monthly professional services\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #126CFF;\"\u003eCalculate Fuding Needs\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003csection class=\"fml-summary-static\" aria-label=\"Curling Rink Startup Cost Summary\" data-locale=\"en-US\" data-currency=\"USD\" data-default-scenario=\"base\" data-export-filename=\"Curling Rink Startup Cost Summary Table.xlsx\" data-site-name=\"Financial Models Lab\" data-site-url=\"https:\/\/financialmodelslab.com\" data-source-title=\"Curling Rink Startup Cost Summary\" data-source-url=\"\"\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"fml-summary-static-card\"\u003e\n\u003cheader class=\"fml-summary-static-header\"\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"fml-summary-static-eyebrow\"\u003eStartup Cost Summary\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"fml-summary-static-description\"\u003eShows how opening funding is split across core curling rink buildout and the separate non-CAPEX cash reserve before launch.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"fml-summary-static-actions\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"fml-summary-static-scenarios\" aria-label=\"Highlight scenario\"\u003e\n\u003cbutton class=\"fml-summary-static-scenario\" type=\"button\" data-scenario=\"low\"\u003eLow\u003c\/button\u003e\u003cbutton class=\"fml-summary-static-scenario is-active\" type=\"button\" data-scenario=\"base\"\u003eBase\u003c\/button\u003e\u003cbutton class=\"fml-summary-static-scenario\" type=\"button\" data-scenario=\"high\"\u003eHigh\u003c\/button\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cbutton class=\"fml-summary-static-export\" type=\"button\" data-summary-export\u003eEXPORT XLSX\u003c\/button\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c\/header\u003e\u003csection class=\"fml-summary-static-metrics\" aria-live=\"polite\"\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"fml-summary-static-metric is-primary\"\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003eHighlighted CAPEX\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong data-summary-metric=\"capex\"\u003e$855,000\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003csmall data-summary-metric=\"scenario\"\u003eBase planning example\u003c\/small\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"fml-summary-static-metric is-warning\"\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003eExcluded cash needs\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong data-summary-metric=\"working\"\u003e$23,000\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003csmall\u003eOutside CAPEX total\u003c\/small\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"fml-summary-static-metric\"\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003eFunding need\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong data-summary-metric=\"funding\"\u003e$878,000\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003csmall\u003eCAPEX + excluded cash needs\u003c\/small\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c\/section\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"fml-summary-static-table-wrap\"\u003e\u003ctable class=\"fml-summary-static-table\"\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"col\"\u003eCost Category\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"col\" class=\"fml-summary-static-estimate-header\" data-summary-estimate-header\u003eBase Estimate\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"col\"\u003eMain Cost Driver\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"col\"\u003eCAPEX Calculator\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr data-summary-row data-low=\"330000\" data-base=\"350000\" data-high=\"390000\" data-capex=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eIce Plant \u0026amp; Refrigeration System\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"fml-summary-static-estimate\" data-summary-value\u003e$350,000\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"fml-summary-static-driver\"\u003eIce-making system capacity and install complexity\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan class=\"fml-summary-static-pill\"\u003eYes\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr data-summary-row data-low=\"140000\" data-base=\"150000\" data-high=\"175000\" data-capex=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBuilding Interior Fit-out\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"fml-summary-static-estimate\" data-summary-value\u003e$150,000\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"fml-summary-static-driver\"\u003eLeasehold improvements, ice floor, and dehumidification buildout\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan class=\"fml-summary-static-pill\"\u003eYes\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr data-summary-row data-low=\"110000\" data-base=\"120000\" data-high=\"135000\" data-capex=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eIce Resurfacer Machine\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"fml-summary-static-estimate\" data-summary-value\u003e$120,000\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"fml-summary-static-driver\"\u003eEquipment spec and condition at purchase\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan class=\"fml-summary-static-pill\"\u003eYes\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr data-summary-row data-low=\"70000\" data-base=\"80000\" data-high=\"90000\" data-capex=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCurling Stones Sets (8 sheets)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"fml-summary-static-estimate\" data-summary-value\u003e$80,000\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"fml-summary-static-driver\"\u003eNumber of stone sets and sheet coverage\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan class=\"fml-summary-static-pill\"\u003eYes\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr data-summary-row data-low=\"135000\" data-base=\"155000\" data-high=\"185000\" data-capex=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eOpening Equipment, Fixtures, and Systems\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"fml-summary-static-estimate\" data-summary-value\u003e$155,000\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"fml-summary-static-driver\"\u003eLounge furniture, pro shop fixtures, POS, and office setup\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan class=\"fml-summary-static-pill\"\u003eYes\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr class=\"is-excluded\" data-summary-row data-low=\"20000\" data-base=\"23000\" data-high=\"30000\" data-capex=\"false\"\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eWorking Capital Reserve\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"fml-summary-static-estimate\" data-summary-value\u003e$23,000\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"fml-summary-static-driver\"\u003ePre-opening cash to cover ramp-up and early operating losses\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan class=\"fml-summary-static-pill is-no\"\u003eNo\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cfooter class=\"fml-summary-static-note\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"fml-summary-static-note-icon\" aria-hidden=\"true\"\u003e!\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePlanning note:\u003c\/strong\u003e Ranges are researched planning assumptions; excludes working capital, debt service, and post-opening losses.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/footer\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c\/section\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #126CFF;\"\u003eCurling Rink Core Five Startup Costs\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #126CFF;\"\u003eIce Plant, Refrigeration, and Ice Floor Startup Expense\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"card_smpl blue_card\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"card_smpl_header\"\u003e\n\u003cimg src=\"\/cdn\/shop\/files\/fml_20_fml-Orange-blog-colons-icon.svg\" alt=\"Icon\" class=\"icon_how_to_use\"\u003e\u003ch4\u003eIce Plant Quote\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor the curling rink, the biggest technical CAPEX is the ice plant and refrigeration stack. Use \u003cstrong\u003e$350,000\u003c\/strong\u003e as the Month \u003cstrong\u003e1\u003c\/strong\u003e to \u003cstrong\u003e3\u003c\/strong\u003e quote placeholder for refrigeration equipment, compressors or chillers, piping, pumps, controls, glycol or brine, the ice floor, slab assumptions, commissioning, and engineering coordination.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"container_2_clmn_row\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"card_smpl_2\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"card_smpl_header\"\u003e\n\u003cimg src=\"\/cdn\/shop\/files\/fml_20_fml-Orange-blog-tips-icon.svg\" alt=\"Icon\" class=\"icon_how_to_use\"\u003e\u003ch4\u003eWhat It Covers\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis line item should be built from vendor quotes, not a generic per-sheet rule. The estimate changes with \u003cstrong\u003esheet count\u003c\/strong\u003e, building size, slab condition, insulation, dehumidification needs, and code requirements. Here’s the quick math: one site-specific quote, then split it across equipment, floor prep, and startup commissioning.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"card_smpl\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"card_smpl_header\"\u003e\n\u003cimg src=\"\/cdn\/shop\/files\/fml_20_fml-Orange-blog-intro-icon.svg\" alt=\"Icon\" class=\"icon_how_to_use\"\u003e\u003ch4\u003eKeep It Tight\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eControl cost by checking the slab early, locking the scope before design work starts, and asking for one integrated refrigeration quote. The common mistake is undercounting dehumidification or code-driven upgrades. A clean scope can avoid rework, but cutting insulation or controls usually just pushes cost later.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"card_smpl\"\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"double_border\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"card_smpl_header\"\u003e\n\u003cimg src=\"\/cdn\/shop\/files\/fml_20_fml-Orange-blog-pin-icon.svg\" alt=\"Icon\" class=\"icon_how_to_use\"\u003e\u003ch4\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #ffffff;\"\u003eBudget Fit\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn a curling club launch, this is the anchor spend that sets the rest of the build. If the site needs major slab repair, extra insulation, or stronger dehumidification, the ice plant budget can move fast, so keep the \u003cstrong\u003e$350,000\u003c\/strong\u003e placeholder separate from fit-out and permitting lines.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #126CFF;\"\u003eFacility Build-Out and Leasehold Improvement Startup Expense\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"card_smpl blue_card\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"card_smpl_header\"\u003e\n\u003cimg src=\"\/cdn\/shop\/files\/fml_20_fml-Orange-blog-colons-icon.svg\" alt=\"Icon\" class=\"icon_how_to_use\"\u003e\u003ch4\u003eFit-Out Scope\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAn existing-site conversion needs \u003cstrong\u003e$150,000\u003c\/strong\u003e across \u003cstrong\u003eMonth 1 to Month 6\u003c\/strong\u003e to make the building usable: insulation, vapor barriers, HVAC, dehumidification, locker rooms, restrooms, viewing space, accessibility work, fire safety, and back-of-house space. Purpose-built construction usually costs more; the building condition drives the gap.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"container_2_clmn_row\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"card_smpl\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"card_smpl_header\"\u003e\n\u003cimg src=\"\/cdn\/shop\/files\/fml_20_fml-Orange-blog-tips-icon.svg\" alt=\"Icon\" class=\"icon_how_to_use\"\u003e\u003ch4\u003eCost Inputs\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePrice this from contractor quotes, then adjust for \u003cstrong\u003eceiling height\u003c\/strong\u003e, utility capacity, drainage, and occupancy load. The fit-out sits beside the \u003cstrong\u003e$350,000\u003c\/strong\u003e ice plant and refrigeration budget, so the real test is whether the shell can support curling use without major rework.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"lst_crct_blog\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCheck the landlord work letter\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSplit hard costs by month\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePrice code items separately\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"card_smpl_2\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"card_smpl_header\"\u003e\n\u003cimg src=\"\/cdn\/shop\/files\/fml_20_fml-Orange-blog-intro-icon.svg\" alt=\"Icon\" class=\"icon_how_to_use\"\u003e\u003ch4\u003eKeep It Lean\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUse an existing facility with a solid shell to keep the \u003cstrong\u003e$150,000\u003c\/strong\u003e near target. The big misses are weak HVAC, poor drainage, and skipped accessibility work, because they turn into change orders. Get the landlord work letter in writing, then trim nonessential finishes without hurting safety or comfort.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"lst_crct_blog\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eReuse usable walls and slab\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eProtect dehumidification scope\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eProtect fire safety scope\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"card_smpl\"\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"double_border\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"card_smpl_header\"\u003e\n\u003cimg src=\"\/cdn\/shop\/files\/fml_20_fml-Orange-blog-pin-icon.svg\" alt=\"Icon\" class=\"icon_how_to_use\"\u003e\u003ch4\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #ffffff;\"\u003eShell Check\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIf the building already has good utilities and clear height, the fit-out is mostly tenant improvements; if not, the budget can move fast. The swing factors are \u003cstrong\u003ebuilding condition\u003c\/strong\u003e and landlord scope, because they decide how much of the \u003cstrong\u003e$150,000\u003c\/strong\u003e goes to usable space versus fixing the shell.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #126CFF;\"\u003eCurling Stones and On-Ice Equipment Startup Expense\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"card_smpl blue_card\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"card_smpl_header\"\u003e\n\u003cimg src=\"\/cdn\/shop\/files\/fml_20_fml-Orange-blog-colons-icon.svg\" alt=\"Icon\" class=\"icon_how_to_use\"\u003e\u003ch4\u003eOn-ice bundle\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e$80,000\u003c\/strong\u003e covers curling stone sets for \u003cstrong\u003e8 sheets\u003c\/strong\u003e across \u003cstrong\u003eMonth 2 to Month 4\u003c\/strong\u003e, plus hacks, scoreboards, measuring devices, brooms, sliders, grippers, pebble cans, scrapers, nippers, and ice maintenance tools. The separate ice resurfacer is \u003cstrong\u003e$120,000\u003c\/strong\u003e in \u003cstrong\u003eMonth 3 to Month 5\u003c\/strong\u003e, so this line can reach \u003cstrong\u003e$200,000\u003c\/strong\u003e before opening.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"container_2_clmn_row\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"card_smpl_2\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"card_smpl_header\"\u003e\n\u003cimg src=\"\/cdn\/shop\/files\/fml_20_fml-Orange-blog-tips-icon.svg\" alt=\"Icon\" class=\"icon_how_to_use\"\u003e\u003ch4\u003eQuote inputs\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUse itemized quotes, not a flat guess. The main drivers are \u003cstrong\u003esheet count\u003c\/strong\u003e, \u003cstrong\u003eequipment quality\u003c\/strong\u003e, \u003cstrong\u003enew versus used\u003c\/strong\u003e, and whether \u003cstrong\u003ebeginner gear\u003c\/strong\u003e is included for classes and rentals. If you serve new players on day one, the quote must cover extra brooms, sliders, and grippers, not just league play.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"card_smpl\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"card_smpl_header\"\u003e\n\u003cimg src=\"\/cdn\/shop\/files\/fml_20_fml-Orange-blog-intro-icon.svg\" alt=\"Icon\" class=\"icon_how_to_use\"\u003e\u003ch4\u003eControl spend\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eKeep the buy tight by matching gear to actual program demand. Don’t overbuy beginner kits if classes and rentals start small. The big cost lever is \u003cstrong\u003enew versus used\u003c\/strong\u003e equipment, but lower price should never mean weak stone condition or missing tools. One clean rule: buy for the number of sheets you can run now, not the number you hope to fill later.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"card_smpl\"\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"double_border\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"card_smpl_header\"\u003e\n\u003cimg src=\"\/cdn\/shop\/files\/fml_20_fml-Orange-blog-pin-icon.svg\" alt=\"Icon\" class=\"icon_how_to_use\"\u003e\u003ch4\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #ffffff;\"\u003eResurfacer line\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003e$120,000\u003c\/strong\u003e ice resurfacer belongs in a separate capital bucket from stones and hand tools because it lands in \u003cstrong\u003eMonth 3 to Month 5\u003c\/strong\u003e and changes ice quality every day. For budgeting, keep the resurfacer as its own quote line so the \u003cstrong\u003e8-sheet\u003c\/strong\u003e equipment package stays clear and the opening cash plan stays honest.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #126CFF;\"\u003ePermits, Engineering, and Compliance Startup Expense\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"card_smpl blue_card\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"card_smpl_header\"\u003e\n\u003cimg src=\"\/cdn\/shop\/files\/fml_20_fml-Orange-blog-colons-icon.svg\" alt=\"Icon\" class=\"icon_how_to_use\"\u003e\u003ch4\u003ePre-Open Costs\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThese are pre-opening development costs, not operating spend. They vary by city, state, building use, and scope, so budget them beside the \u003cstrong\u003e$350,000\u003c\/strong\u003e ice plant and \u003cstrong\u003e$150,000\u003c\/strong\u003e fit-out. For a curling rink, this line covers plans, permits, inspections, approvals, and legal setup before doors open.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"container_2_clmn_row\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"card_smpl\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"card_smpl_header\"\u003e\n\u003cimg src=\"\/cdn\/shop\/files\/fml_20_fml-Orange-blog-tips-icon.svg\" alt=\"Icon\" class=\"icon_how_to_use\"\u003e\u003ch4\u003eWhat It Covers\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEstimate this from the project’s scope: architectural plans, mechanical engineering, refrigeration engineering, fire safety, accessibility under the \u003cstrong\u003eAmericans with Disabilities Act\u003c\/strong\u003e, occupancy approvals, and contractor coordination. The inputs are building condition, utility capacity, and local code. Here’s the quick math: more sheets, more systems, more plan sets, more review cycles.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"lst_crct_blog\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUse city permit fee schedules\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eQuote each engineer separately\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eConfirm landlord work letter\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"card_smpl_2\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"card_smpl_header\"\u003e\n\u003cimg src=\"\/cdn\/shop\/files\/fml_20_fml-Orange-blog-intro-icon.svg\" alt=\"Icon\" class=\"icon_how_to_use\"\u003e\u003ch4\u003eTrim the Waste\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eKeep the design team tight and sequenced. One coordinated package can cut redraws, permit back-and-forth, and inspection delays. Also, separate pre-opening fees from the \u003cstrong\u003e$1,000 per month\u003c\/strong\u003e professional services model once operations start. What this estimate hides: late changes to slab, dehumidification, or fire code work can push both cost and timing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"lst_crct_blog\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLock scope before drawings\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAlign trades early\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTrack re-review fees\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"card_smpl\"\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"double_border\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"card_smpl_header\"\u003e\n\u003cimg src=\"\/cdn\/shop\/files\/fml_20_fml-Orange-blog-pin-icon.svg\" alt=\"Icon\" class=\"icon_how_to_use\"\u003e\u003ch4\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #ffffff;\"\u003eCash Timing\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBudget this cash before opening, alongside the technical build. If permit review runs long, rent, interest, and delay costs can rise even when the core budget stays the same. One line item, many moving parts.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #126CFF;\"\u003eLaunch Readiness and Pre-Opening Payroll Startup Expense\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"card_smpl blue_card\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"card_smpl_header\"\u003e\n\u003cimg src=\"\/cdn\/shop\/files\/fml_20_fml-Orange-blog-colons-icon.svg\" alt=\"Icon\" class=\"icon_how_to_use\"\u003e\u003ch4\u003eLaunch split\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eKeep \u003cstrong\u003eone-time launch cash\u003c\/strong\u003e separate from \u003cstrong\u003eongoing payroll\u003c\/strong\u003e. Pre-opening spend covers general manager setup time, ice technician training, instructor onboarding, lounge and bar hiring, front desk setup, insurance binders, deposits, signage, website work, POS and booking setup, launch marketing, and initial supplies. After opening, those items stop, but staffing does not.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"container_2_clmn_row\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"card_smpl_2\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"card_smpl_header\"\u003e\n\u003cimg src=\"\/cdn\/shop\/files\/fml_20_fml-Orange-blog-tips-icon.svg\" alt=\"Icon\" class=\"icon_how_to_use\"\u003e\u003ch4\u003eSetup cash\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUse vendor quotes and hiring hours for each line, not a blanket allowance. The biggest early cash needs are deposits, software setup, and marketing before first revenue. Technology starts with \u003cstrong\u003e$25,000\u003c\/strong\u003e for POS and booking hardware, plus \u003cstrong\u003e$400\u003c\/strong\u003e a month for software reserves. Simple rule: pay for launch tasks once, then move them off the startup bucket.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"lst_crct_blog\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e$25,000\u003c\/strong\u003e hardware\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e$400\u003c\/strong\u003e monthly software\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eQuotes beat estimates\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"card_smpl\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"card_smpl_header\"\u003e\n\u003cimg src=\"\/cdn\/shop\/files\/fml_20_fml-Orange-blog-intro-icon.svg\" alt=\"Icon\" class=\"icon_how_to_use\"\u003e\u003ch4\u003eYear 1 payroll\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYear 1 operating staffing totals \u003cstrong\u003e$320,000\u003c\/strong\u003e: \u003cstrong\u003e$90,000\u003c\/strong\u003e general manager, \u003cstrong\u003e$65,000\u003c\/strong\u003e head ice technician, \u003cstrong\u003e$50,000\u003c\/strong\u003e instructor, two \u003cstrong\u003e$40,000\u003c\/strong\u003e lounge and bar full-time equivalent roles, and \u003cstrong\u003e$35,000\u003c\/strong\u003e front desk. That is the recurring load, not the launch budget. FTE means one full-time role.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"lst_crct_blog\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTwo bar roles = \u003cstrong\u003e$80,000\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePayroll is recurring\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOpen with staffing funded\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"card_smpl\"\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"double_border\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"card_smpl_header\"\u003e\n\u003cimg src=\"\/cdn\/shop\/files\/fml_20_fml-Orange-blog-pin-icon.svg\" alt=\"Icon\" class=\"icon_how_to_use\"\u003e\u003ch4\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #ffffff;\"\u003eRunway need\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHere’s the quick math: staffing runs \u003cstrong\u003e$320,000\u003c\/strong\u003e a year, and Year 1 tech adds \u003cstrong\u003e$29,800\u003c\/strong\u003e if you include \u003cstrong\u003e$25,000\u003c\/strong\u003e hardware plus \u003cstrong\u003e$4,800\u003c\/strong\u003e in software. Since breakeven is \u003cstrong\u003eMonth 14\u003c\/strong\u003e, reserves must cover the pre-opening build and the early operating gap.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #126CFF;\"\u003eCompare 3 Startup Cost Scenarios\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003csection class=\"fml-scenario-table\" aria-label=\"Curling Rink Startup Cost Scenarios\" data-site-name=\"Financial Models Lab\" data-site-url=\"https:\/\/financialmodelslab.com\" data-source-title=\"Curling Rink Startup Cost Scenarios\" data-note-label=\"Planning note\" data-note-text=\"These scenario ranges are researched planning assumptions from the model, not contractor quotes or lender terms.\"\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"fml-scenario-table-card\"\u003e\n\u003cheader class=\"fml-scenario-table-header\"\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"fml-scenario-table-eyebrow\"\u003eScenario Table\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"fml-scenario-table-description\"\u003eStartup costs swing with sheet count, building condition, refrigeration scope, and guest amenities. Lean lowers build risk, Base matches the researched 8-sheet model, and Full adds more revenue capacity but needs more cash.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"fml-scenario-table-actions\"\u003e\u003cbutton class=\"fml-scenario-table-export\" type=\"button\" data-scenario-export\u003eEXPORT XLSX\u003c\/button\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c\/header\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"fml-scenario-table-wrap\"\u003e\u003ctable class=\"fml-scenario-table-grid\"\u003e\n\u003ccaption\u003eLean, Base, and Full launch cost comparison for a curling rink\u003c\/caption\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth class=\"fml-scenario-table-stub\" scope=\"col\" data-export-value=\"Scenario\"\u003eScenario\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth class=\"fml-scenario-table-column\" scope=\"col\" data-export-value=\"Lean Launch\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"fml-scenario-column-title\"\u003eLean Launch\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"fml-scenario-badge is-soft\"\u003eLowest build risk\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth class=\"fml-scenario-table-column\" scope=\"col\" data-export-value=\"Base Launch\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"fml-scenario-column-title\"\u003eBase Launch\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"fml-scenario-badge is-soft\"\u003eBalanced plan\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth class=\"fml-scenario-table-column\" scope=\"col\" data-export-value=\"Full Launch\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"fml-scenario-column-title\"\u003eFull Launch\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"fml-scenario-badge is-warning\"\u003eHighest revenue capacity\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr data-scenario-row\u003e\n\u003cth class=\"fml-scenario-row-heading\" scope=\"row\" data-export-value=\"Launch model\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"fml-scenario-row-heading-inner\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"fml-scenario-row-icon is-launch\" aria-hidden=\"true\"\u003e\u003cimg class=\"fml-scenario-row-icon-img\" src=\"\/cdn\/shop\/files\/scenario-launch-model.svg\" alt=\"\" loading=\"lazy\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cspan class=\"fml-scenario-row-title\"\u003eLaunch model\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd data-export-value=\"A limited-sheet conversion that reuses building systems where it can and opens with a smaller front-of-house.\"\u003eA limited-sheet conversion that reuses building systems where it can and opens with a smaller front-of-house.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd data-export-value=\"The researched 8-sheet launch with standard lounge, pro shop, and ice system build-out.\"\u003eThe researched 8-sheet launch with standard lounge, pro shop, and ice system build-out.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd data-export-value=\"A larger venue with more sheets, stronger event space, and more guest areas.\"\u003eA larger venue with more sheets, stronger event space, and more guest areas.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr data-scenario-row\u003e\n\u003cth class=\"fml-scenario-row-heading\" scope=\"row\" data-export-value=\"Typical setup\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"fml-scenario-row-heading-inner\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"fml-scenario-row-icon is-setup\" aria-hidden=\"true\"\u003e\u003cimg class=\"fml-scenario-row-icon-img\" src=\"\/cdn\/shop\/files\/scenario-typical-setup.svg\" alt=\"\" loading=\"lazy\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cspan class=\"fml-scenario-row-title\"\u003eTypical setup\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd data-export-value=\"Expect fewer sheets, reused mechanical systems, and a tight opening team.\"\u003eExpect fewer sheets, reused mechanical systems, and a tight opening team.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd data-export-value=\"This uses the full 8-sheet model with the core refrigeration, fit-out, stones, resurfacer, and booking setup.\"\u003eThis uses the full 8-sheet model with the core refrigeration, fit-out, stones, resurfacer, and booking setup.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd data-export-value=\"Plan for expanded lounge, events, spectator seating, and a larger pro shop.\"\u003ePlan for expanded lounge, events, spectator seating, and a larger pro shop.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr data-scenario-row\u003e\n\u003cth class=\"fml-scenario-row-heading\" scope=\"row\" data-export-value=\"Cost drivers\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"fml-scenario-row-heading-inner\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"fml-scenario-row-icon is-drivers\" aria-hidden=\"true\"\u003e\u003cimg class=\"fml-scenario-row-icon-img\" src=\"\/cdn\/shop\/files\/scenario-cost-drivers.svg\" alt=\"\" loading=\"lazy\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cspan class=\"fml-scenario-row-title\"\u003eCost drivers\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd data-export-value=\"Fewer sheets; reused building systems; smaller lounge; tighter launch staffing; lower contingency\"\u003e\u003cul class=\"fml-scenario-list\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFewer sheets\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ereused building systems\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003esmaller lounge\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003etighter launch staffing\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003elower contingency\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd data-export-value=\"8 sheets; $350k refrigeration; $150k fit-out; $80k stones; standard technology\"\u003e\u003cul class=\"fml-scenario-list\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e8 sheets\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e$350k refrigeration\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e$150k fit-out\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e$80k stones\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003estandard technology\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd data-export-value=\"More sheets; larger lounge; event space; spectator areas; bigger refrigeration and dehumidification scope\"\u003e\u003cul class=\"fml-scenario-list\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMore sheets\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003elarger lounge\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eevent space\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003espectator areas\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ebigger refrigeration and dehumidification scope\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr data-scenario-row\u003e\n\u003cth class=\"fml-scenario-row-heading\" scope=\"row\" data-export-value=\"Planning range\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"fml-scenario-row-heading-inner\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"fml-scenario-row-icon is-range\" aria-hidden=\"true\"\u003e\u003cimg class=\"fml-scenario-row-icon-img\" src=\"\/cdn\/shop\/files\/scenario-planning-range.svg\" alt=\"\" loading=\"lazy\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cspan class=\"fml-scenario-row-title\"\u003ePlanning range\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"fml-scenario-row-subtitle\"\u003eCAPEX only\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd data-export-value=\"Lower build band\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong class=\"fml-scenario-range\"\u003eLower build band\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan class=\"fml-scenario-badge is-soft\"\u003eLean build\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd data-export-value=\"$855,000\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong class=\"fml-scenario-range\"\u003e$855,000\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan class=\"fml-scenario-badge is-soft\"\u003eBase case\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd data-export-value=\"Upper build band\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong class=\"fml-scenario-range\"\u003eUpper build band\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan class=\"fml-scenario-badge is-warning\"\u003eUpper build\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr data-scenario-row\u003e\n\u003cth class=\"fml-scenario-row-heading\" scope=\"row\" data-export-value=\"Best fit\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"fml-scenario-row-heading-inner\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"fml-scenario-row-icon is-fit\" aria-hidden=\"true\"\u003e\u003cimg class=\"fml-scenario-row-icon-img\" src=\"\/cdn\/shop\/files\/scenario-best-fit.svg\" alt=\"\" loading=\"lazy\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cspan class=\"fml-scenario-row-title\"\u003eBest fit\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd data-export-value=\"Best for owners who want the lowest build risk and can trade amenities for speed.\"\u003eBest for owners who want the lowest build risk and can trade amenities for speed.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd data-export-value=\"Best for teams that want a balanced plan with clear model inputs.\"\u003eBest for teams that want a balanced plan with clear model inputs.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd data-export-value=\"Best for operators chasing the highest revenue capacity and can fund the wider scope.\"\u003eBest for operators chasing the highest revenue capacity and can fund the wider scope.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"fml-scenario-table-note\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"fml-scenario-table-note-icon\" aria-hidden=\"true\"\u003e!\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePlanning note:\u003c\/strong\u003e These scenario ranges are researched planning assumptions from the model, not contractor quotes or lender terms.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c\/section\u003e","brand":"FinancialModelsLab","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":49303577133299,"sku":"curling-rink-startup-costs","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0522\/6191\/2762\/files\/curling-rink-startup-costs.webp?v=1782680246","url":"https:\/\/financialmodelslab.com\/products\/curling-rink-startup-costs","provider":"Financial Models Lab","version":"1.0","type":"link"}