Sky Zone Indoor Trampoline Park Opened Feb. 22

Sky Zone Started as New Sport, Evolves Into Franchise
By: Lindsay Maynard 

Sky Zone trampoline parks have been popping up left and right since the first Sky Zone opened nine years ago. Currently, Sky Zone Kennesaw is the largest facility with 19,000 square feet of trampolines. These state-of-the-art trampolines are safe for all ages and have been proven to be a popular attraction.

Idea Started in 2012

Sky Zone Kennesaw is owned by four partners, Maria and David Van Vurst, Sue Spinos, and Ryan Lee. Maria and David Van Vurst first became interested in opening a Sky Zone franchise on New Year’s Eve of 2012.

“I lost my job in August and immediately began looking for new opportunities. My husband was tired of working in an office and was ready to try something new. He took my daughter to Sky Zone Atlanta, and that night began researching how to open a Sky Zone franchise,” Maria Van Vurst said.

The Van Vurst family knew they were interested in this franchise but had several concerns. First, they were initially concerned with how they could start a Sky Zone park and balance their business and family lives.

“Before we were considered for this location, we were encouraged to talk to other franchise owners, similar to us with families, to show us that it was possible to keep a strong family and franchise in order,” Maria Van Vurst said.

Once they were reassured that their family would not be compromised, the Van Vursts approached family friends Sue Spinos and Ryan Lee to see if they would be interested in becoming partners in this franchise. With the help of these partners, the $1.8 million facility evolved from a dream to a reality.

Picture taken from the Sky Zone Kennesaw website, showing the longest main
 court in the country, and one of the three dodgeball courts at this location.

Events and Programs Offered

Each Sky Zone franchise has the opportunity to provide various events and special offers for its guests. Sky Zone Kennesaw is fully equipped with party rooms for birthday parties and special group events, which bring about a significant amount of revenue for this facility. “Birthday parties are very popular at Sky Zone. Party packages range from $180 to $449 with each package consisting of different items. I have been working for Sky Zone Kennesaw since it opened in February and I have yet to host a party where the birthday boy or girl had a bad time,” Zack Wilcox said.

Sky Zone Event Host, Zack Wilcox working hard
prior to Sky Zone Kennesaw's opening in February.
This photo was taken by Lindsay Maynard.

In addition to birthday parties and special events, Sky Zone Kennesaw also offers Sky Robics, Sky Mania, Sky Jam, Toddler Time, and Dodge Ball Tournaments. Sky Robics is one of most popular programs offered by this facility where participants have the opportunity to burn more than 1,000 calories in one hour of jumping.

Sky Zone Kennesaw is equipped with the longest main court in the country, three dodge ball courts, a foam pit, and three basketball goals for dunking. It is the 35^th Sky Zone franchise nationwide and the largest in the series.

The Future of Sky Zone Kennesaw

Although Sky Zone Kennesaw is a new facility, Georgia residents have quickly caught on to this family friendly trampoline park located at 1650 Airport Road. Owners of this location have many plans for the future of Sky Zone Kennesaw including a large mezzanine that will overlook the trampolines and a possible new location in the near future.

“I am very pleased with where our location is at right now. Our staff has been excellent; specifically the Court Monitors who have done an exceptional job at making sure all guests follow safety rules to prevent injuries. Hopefully in the future we will open up another location in Utah,” Maria Van Vurst said.