What TopJump does

TopJump Trampoline & Extreme Arena operates a single-location indoor entertainment complex at 3735 Parkway in Pigeon Forge, Tennessee, in the foothills of the Smoky Mountains. Founded in 2015 by Chucky Blalock, the company functions as Sevier County's first trampoline park and runs a diversified portfolio of physical attractions: open-jump trampoline areas, an airbag landing zone, the Fire & Ice Ninja Course, the Cliffhanger Challenges climbing arena (21 lines, positioned as the nation's first sky-high climbing adventure), the Boneyard Stunt Tower, Airstrike Dodgeball, Pro-Slam Basketball, a dedicated Kids Zone, the 5,000-square-foot Arcade Alley (card-based, no tokens), the Sugar Rush candy store, on-site dining, the seasonal GlowJump experience, and the IAAPA Best New Product-winning Hologate Virtual Reality system. The technology stack is essentially physical infrastructure plus third-party gaming hardware (Hologate), with no proprietary software platform disclosed.

The business is privately held, owner-operated, and employs 51-100 people at the single site. Revenue mechanics are direct-to-consumer: one-time admission tickets ($17.99-$29.99 depending on duration and height), the multi-attraction Park Hopper Pass ($39.99) and premium Dinner Show bundle ($74.99) bundled with three adjacent Pigeon Forge attractions and Paula Deen's Lumberjack Feud, arcade card play and prize redemption, candy and food concession spend, and dedicated birthday party and group-event packages (church, field trip, sport, scout). Customer segments are dominated by tourist families visiting the Smoky Mountains, supplemented by local families with young children and organized groups. The company holds IATP membership, a TripAdvisor Travelers' Choice 2023 designation, and a #1 Indoor Attraction ranking on TripAdvisor in Pigeon Forge. Go-to-market relies on organic social (Facebook, Instagram, Pinterest), review platforms (TripAdvisor, Google, Yelp), an SEO-driven local-area blog, and cross-promotion with the four neighboring attractions in the Park Hopper bundle.

Growth to date has been organic and location-bound: no additional sites, no disclosed funding rounds, no M&A activity, and no institutional investors are referenced. Strategic emphasis has instead been placed on extending per-visitor revenue through new attractions (Hologate VR in 2019, GlowJump), concessions (Sugar Rush), and bundled ticketing partnerships with physically adjacent operators, suggesting a same-store sales strategy rather than a multi-unit roll-up.

Name

TopJump

Legal name

TopJump Trampoline and Extreme Arena

Website

https://topjump.com

Company type

Private

Founded year

2015

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

51–100 employees

Short description

TopJump operates a single-location indoor entertainment complex in Pigeon Forge, Tennessee, offering trampolines, climbing, virtual reality, arcade gaming, concessions, and party hosting. It serves tourist families, local families, and organized groups visiting the Smoky Mountains region.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Family Entertainment Center

NAICS

Amusement Parks and Arcades (7131), Amusement Arcades (71312)

SIC

Services-Amusement & Recreation Services (7900), Services-Miscellaneous Amusement & Recreation (7990)

akta.pro primary industry

Trampoline & Active Play Parks (Trampoline, Ninja/Obstacle, Indoor Active Parks) (THAJAEAJ)

akta.pro secondary industry

Family Entertainment Centers & Indoor Amusement (Arcades, Trampoline Parks, Indoor Play) (THAAAAAD)

Keywords

• Trampoline park
• Family entertainment
• Indoor recreation
• Extreme attractions
• Birthday parties

Headquarters

HQ city

Pigeon Forge

HQ country

United States

HQ region

North America

Offices1 record

Markets served

GTM type

B2C

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Operations, Marketing or Sales, Infrastructure, Supply Chain

Revenue model

1. Admission Tickets: One-time admission fees for park access with multiple pass options including All Day Pass, 90 Minute Pass, and height-based pricing. Revenue generated from individual tourists, families, and group visitors.
2. Park Hopper Pass Bundle: Multi-attraction bundle providing unlimited 14-day access to TopJump plus three neighboring attractions (Toy Box Mini Golf, Crave Golf Club, Sky Pirates of Mermaid Bay) for $39.99, saving up to $60 compared to individual tickets. Premium bundle at $74.99 includes dinner show admission.
3. Sugar Rush Candy Store: On-site candy store offering sweets and treats to visitors, providing additional per-transaction revenue from concession sales.
4. Arcade Gaming: 5,000 square foot arcade with games and prizes using an advanced card system. Revenue from arcade play and prize redemptions.
5. Birthday Parties and Group Events: Event hosting services for birthday parties, church groups, field trips, sport groups, and scout groups with customized packages.
6. Season Passes/Memberships: Season pass offerings for repeat visitors and locals, providing recurring revenue from frequent visitors.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels4 records

Marketing channels8 records

Core offering

TopJump operates an indoor trampoline park and extreme arena in Pigeon Forge, Tennessee, offering open-jump trampolines, a Fire & Ice ninja obstacle course, Cliffhanger climbing challenges, a Boneyard stunt tower, Airstrike dodgeball, Pro-Slam basketball, Kids/Toddler Zones, a glow-in-the-dark GlowJump area, Hologate virtual reality, Toy Box mini golf, an arcade, and an on-site Sugar Rush candy store. Guests purchase timed jump passes (e.g., 90 minutes, all day) or a Park Hopper bundle and may also book birthday parties, group events, and school/church/sports outings.

Product overview

TopJump Trampoline & Extreme Arena is a single-location indoor entertainment complex offering a diverse portfolio of physical attractions. The core offering centers on trampoline activities (open jump, flip trampolines, airbag) complemented by skill-based attractions including the Fire & Ice Ninja Course, Cliffhanger Challenges (21 climbing lines), Boneyard Stunt Tower, Airstrike Dodgeball, and Pro-Slam Basketball. Additional family entertainment includes a 5,000 sq ft arcade, Sugar Rush candy store, VR gaming (Hologate Virtual Reality), GlowJump (seasonal), and dining facilities. The venue also hosts birthday parties and group events, and participates in the Park Hopper Pass bundling nearby attractions (Toy Box Mini Golf, Crave Golf Club, Sky Pirates of Mermaid Bay) for multi-attraction visitors.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Brands

• Sugar Rush: Candy store and concession stand offering sweets and treats for visitors.
• Arcade Alley

Products and services

• Open-Jump Trampoline Park Main court of interconnected trampolines for open jumping, available to walk-in guests of various ages for timed sessions.
• Fire & Ice Ninja Course Multi-element ninja-style obstacle course with timed lanes, designed for kids, teens, and adults seeking an extreme physical challenge.
• Cliffhanger Challenges (Climbing) Indoor climbing challenges for guests seeking a vertical, gravity-based attraction beyond trampolines.
• Boneyard Stunt Tower Multi-story stunt tower for jumping and trick-based activities, positioned as one of the park's signature extreme experiences.
• Airstrike Dodgeball Trampoline-based dodgeball courts for group play, popular with kids, teens, and party groups.
• Pro-Slam Basketball Trampoline-assisted basketball dunk lanes for individual and group play.
• Kids Zone / Toddler Zone Dedicated safe play area for younger children, separating them from the older kids' and extreme attractions.
• GlowJump (Glow-in-the-Dark Trampoline) Glow-in-the-dark trampoline experience using blacklight illumination, offered as a themed jumping session.
• Hologate Virtual Reality Multiplayer virtual reality gaming experience using the Hologate platform, available as an add-on or bundled attraction.
• Arcade Alley On-site arcade with assorted games providing additional entertainment and revenue beyond trampoline-based attractions.
• Toy Box Mini Golf Indoor mini golf course themed as a "Toy Box," providing a lower-intensity attraction option.
• Sugar Rush Candy Store On-site candy and retail store selling confections, snacks, and souvenirs to guests.
• Birthday Party Bookings Reserved birthday party packages including dedicated jump time, party room, food/drinks, and a host, marketed to parents and group organizers.
• Group Events (Schools, Churches, Sports Teams) Group reservation programming for schools, churches, sports teams, and other youth/community organizations, with reserved jump time and group pricing.
• Park Hopper Pass (Bundle) Bundled admission pass combining multiple park attractions (e.g., trampolines plus mini golf, VR, or arcade) at a combined price point.
• Food and Beverage Concessions On-site food and beverage offerings, including pizza and other concessions sold to guests during their visit.

Quantifiable outcome

• Voted #1 Indoor Attraction in Pigeon Forge on TripAdvisor
• +2 more outcomes

Named customers4 records

Segments6 records

Ideal customer profiles3 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Feature4 records

Partnerships

Six partnerships are on record, tiered core.

• Toy Box Mini GolfcoreGTM or Marketing PartnerNeighboring attraction included in the Park Hopper Pass bundle, allowing unlimited 14-day access to both TopJump and Toy Box Mini Golf. Visitors can walk between attractions as they are located adjacent to each other.
• Crave Golf ClubcoreGTM or Marketing PartnerMini golf attraction included in the Park Hopper Pass bundle. Offers indoor and rooftop mini golf courses, escape rooms, and mini bowling. Part of the bundled attraction package with shared ticketing platform.
• Sky Pirates of Mermaid Bay: An Epic Golf AdventurecoreGTM or Marketing PartnerNew mini golf attraction included in the Park Hopper Pass bundle. Part of the all-new attraction offerings in the bundle package.
• Paula Deen's Lumberjack Feud Supper ShowcoreGTM or Marketing PartnerDinner show included in the premium Dinner Show + Attractions Bundle. Located at 2530 Parkway in Pigeon Forge. The most affordable dinner show in Pigeon Forge featuring professional lumberjack competitions.
• Sugar Rush Candy StorecoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerOn-site candy store operated within the TopJump facility, providing concessions and sweets to visitors. Located inside the attraction for convenience.
• Hologate VRcoreTechnology or IntegrationProvider of the award-winning virtual reality gaming system at TopJump. Hologate provides the VR technology, games (Zombyte, Groove Guardians, SIMURAI, Cold Clash), and equipment. Won IAAPA's BEST new product of the year.

Scale indicators6 records

Recent moves5 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Broad incumbents

• Dave & Buster's: National adult-and-family entertainment chain combining arcade gaming with full food and beverage. Comparable in combining amusement attractions with concession revenue, though skews older demographic and operates at much larger scale.
• Main Event Entertainment: Larger family entertainment center chain combining bowling, laser tag, arcade, VR, and food/beverage. Comparable diversified-attraction FEC model at greater scale with broader geographic footprint.

Direct peers

• Sky Zone: Largest trampoline park franchise in the US. Directly comparable as a multi-attraction indoor trampoline park serving families and groups with open jump, dodgeball, ninja courses, and party hosting.
• Urban Air Adventure Park: Multi-attraction indoor adventure park chain with trampolines, climbing, VR, and obstacle courses. Directly comparable business model targeting families, parties, and group events under one roof.
• Slick City Action Park: Multi-attraction indoor action park chain featuring slides, jumps, and air court formats. Notably, TopJump's ticketing site is hosted on slickcitypigeonforge.com, suggesting a direct operating or licensing relationship that makes this a particularly close peer.
• Altitude Trampoline Park: Franchised trampoline park chain with multi-attraction formats including climbing, dodgeball, and party hosting. Comparable family entertainment center model with similar product mix and target customer segments.
• Launch Trampoline Park: Indoor trampoline and adventure park franchise with similar mix of jumping, climbing, dodgeball, ninja courses, and party hosting. Directly comparable mid-market family entertainment operator.

Regional players

• WonderWorks Pigeon Forge: Inverted-building indoor attraction in Pigeon Forge offering 100+ hands-on science and amusement exhibits. Comparable as a major tourist-corridor indoor family attraction competing for the same tourist wallet share in the same geography.

Others

• Paula Deen's Lumberjack Feud Supper Show: Pigeon Forge dinner-show attraction bundled with TopJump via the premium Dinner Show + Attractions Pass. Comparable as a fellow Pigeon Forge tourist venue and a direct bundle partner for cross-promotion.
• Crave Golf Club: Adjacent Pigeon Forge attraction (mini golf, escape rooms, mini bowling) bundled with TopJump via the Park Hopper Pass. Comparable as a fellow Pigeon Forge tourist entertainment venue and a direct GTM/marketing partner.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat4 records

Key risks5 records

Key highlights6 records

Customer concentration

• Facebookfacebook.com/TopJumpUSA
• Instagraminstagram.com/topjumpusa
• Pinterestpinterest.com/topjumptrampolineextremearena
• Xx.com/TopJumpUSA

Compliance1 record

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles1 record

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments

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