BEAT THE BLOB is the first in a new line of super-interactive activity and entertainment products from UKELO Technology. All parts of the product are made in the U.K. The Blob is an 8 foot high inflatable fed by a small 400 Watt Blower. It Read More …

Learn the shortcuts and secrets to success and avoid the mistakes! The author has 14 years experience of hiring bouncy castles, inflatable slides and Bouncy ball ponds, learn from his mistakes and successes! (For more information on hiring bouncy castles & inflatables – please visit Read More …

One of the best products for cleaning inflatables is G101 cleaner and a bit of scrubbing! Tip: Wash off the G101 after cleaning thoroughly and wear latex gloves as it can cause the fingers to tingle a bit. You can buy G101 cleaner from good Read More …

Traditionally, at special times of the year people celebrate important events where they need to hire a bouncy castle or other inflatable. The most popular event is a child’s birthday. However, there are many other dates throughout the year where people have cause to celebrate. Read More …

There is very easy way to get bookings with schools at any time of year – during term time. You just need to contact the head-teacher and ask the following question… (To read the rest of this post you will need to log in) If Read More …

A colleague of mine visited a web site last week, and the main headline on one of their products was ‘New for 2012’. Problem is, it is no longer 2012. It is 2014. And things that were new in 2012 can already seem outdated. As Read More …

How to win more inflatable hire business with schools at any time of the year There is a little known secret to get hire bookings from your local schools, regardless of the weather and the time of year. All it takes is a phone call Read More …

The Law states that it is your responsibility to make sure that all items you hire are safe. PAT testing (Portable Appliance Test) is now law for all electrical items that a business owns which are used by the public, customers, contractors and employees etc. Read More …

The first bouncy castle was devised in Britain by John Scurlock in the late 1950’s. While experimenting with different designs and materials for covering tennis courts, Scurlock created an inflatable cover to protect the court from environmental damage. During the testing stages of his new Read More …

This is the second article on www.biha.org.uk which looks at the hilarious practice of performing a Shakespeare play on a bouncy castle. Below is some questions put to the organisers: WHY on Earth are you doing Macbeth on a bouncy castle? Because we can! Er, Read More …

Bouncy castle hire business – the rewards Hiring out a bouncy castle or another type of inflatable for children’s or adult’s parties can be a highly profitable and enjoyable business that won’t take up much of your time, or cause you sleepless nights. As an Read More …

Adult bouncy castles are a winner at adult parties. This article has a few ideas on how hire of an adult bouncy castle for your event could add an extra dimension of fun. How did it all start? Bouncy castles were the brain child of Read More …

Getting business Put the word out, tell all the parents you know about your business. Price your hire to allow for a discount to anyone who passes business to you by telling a friend, or otherwise reward these people in some way. Advertise in the Read More …

If you are hiring out bouncy castles and other inflatables then safety should be your prime consideration. Here is a list of 11 considerations to keep in mind. 1. Insurance: check that your insurance cover is high enough. Levels change from time to time, so Read More …

Do your research: as with all prospective business ventures, thorough research of the bouncy castle market in your area is essential. Look through the local newspapers, go on the internet, look in the Yellow Pages and find out how much competition there is in your Read More …

It sounds too simple to be true, but it really is… A well-targeted and timely PRESS RELEASE to the media is the most powerful form of marketing and advertising on the planet! A high quality press release, with the proper targeting and distribution to reach Read More …

Outdoor advertising is an affordable way to gain high-frequency visibility to your target audience. There are many forms of Outdoor Advertising. You have conventional forms such as billboards, vehicle advertisements, or street furniture. On the other side of the spectrum, you also have more unconventional Read More …

In the beginning of the Internet, not many people created their own website for the simple fact that the Internet wasn’t that popular back in the days. As time passed by, the Internet gained more and more popularity and in the present the number of Read More …

I’m sure you’ve seen moonbounces (Bouncy Castles) at various parties & events. Perhaps you’ve even rented one. But have you ever thought about the financial windfall that can come with owning a couple of the units? Moonbounces rent for anywhere from $85.00/day on the west Read More …

Advertising has always been a world of mysteries for those who are linked to it. There is a lot of substance in achieving the proper advertising technique for the promotion of products in the global market. People keep looking for the correct promotion solutions to Read More …

How ordinary people can make so much money working only 8 days a month. Looking for your own home business? A business that only needs part-time hours? We may have the answer. There are very few business ventures which can be run on a part-time Read More …

I am currently working on a free report to show bouncy castle hire operators how they can get more bookings during the winter, because traditionally this in the time when revenue and profits are at their lowest. Some of the ideas so far are as Read More …

Know your Personal Allowance Your personal allowance states how much of your income you are allowed to keep from savings, pensions and earnings before tax is due. This tax year runs from April 6, 2007 to April 5, 2008. For those under 65 it is Read More …

Why it is easier to run an inflatable hire business in the 21st Century. There are many opportunities around nowadays that were just not available before 2000 (or if they were they were incredibly expensive). Examples are: 1) The internet (especially Broadband). Customers can find Read More …

In August 2003 a young boy was tragically killed on a bouncy castle in the United Kingdom. Please click on the following link to read more: http://news.bbc.co.uk/1/hi/england/south_yorkshire/3380593.stm Please note that this type of accident is extremely rare, but it does highlight the importance of proper Read More …

Learn the shortcuts and secrets to success and avoid the mistakes! The author (Mark Jerram) has 14 years experience of hiring bouncy castles, inflatable slides and Bouncy ball ponds, learn from his mistakes and successes! (For more information on hiring bouncy castles & inflatables – Read More …

Many people would love to start up an inflatable hire business, but they do not have the necessary capital to invest in two or three 12ft x 12ft bouncy castles to get the ball rolling. However, there is a way to raise this capital quickly Read More …

In business the Japanese have a word that resonates right throughout their industries… “Kaizen” Kaizen simply means… continuous improvement one little step at a time. This does not mean big, major impact improvements which cost hundreds or even thousands of pounds to implement, Kaizen focuses Read More …

Here is an idea that will re-assure your customers that you will deliver on the day.   If you have ever bought a book from Amazon or a PC from Dell, you will notice that  they keep you informed (usually via email) about every stage of Read More …

Publishing Scams CHARITY SUPPORT PUBLISHING – SCAMBUSTING GUIDELINES Danger SignsBe very wary of anyone cold calling you asking you to place an advertisement in a Wall Planner, Diary, Children’s Fun Book, Drug Awareness Book, Magazine for Emergency Services Personnel, Guide or other publication. They usually Read More …

BOUNCY CASTLE HIRE AGREEMENT These instructions are intended to help your children have a fun time, and ensure their safety. Please read and follow the safety and rental instructions listed, use your own common sense and have a great time! 1. It is the responsibility Read More …

1. Thompsons local 2. BIHA Website 3. Free websites (e.g. freeindex.co.uk ) 4. Referrals from customers 5. Press releases 6. Search engines esp. Goggle + yahoo 7. Write a testimonial or an endorsement for a related product. 8. Join the industry discussion forum at: www.BouncyCastleOwner.com Read More …

Title: Bouncy Castles – A Goldmine? Author: Steve Carter Article: One of the many questions that people ask themselves when thinking of either starting their own business, or earning extra income, is what offers the best opportunity? With so many different opportunities, finding one that Read More …

People advertise in many different ways to attract a specific audience. Some of them use TV and radio broadcasts, some- newspapers, others- billboards and neon lights. But advertising inflatables are gaining popularity in the business world. Advertising using inflatables can be cheaper than any other Read More …

As youth group leaders know, it can be a very challenging job to teach, inspire, guide, mentor and reward the good behavior in today’s youth. Whether you are a youth pastor or a youth organization director, it can be challenging to successfully attract and keep Read More …

Inflatable outdoor advertising is a very modern and affordable way to gain high-frequency visibility to your target audience. There are many forms of traditional outdoor advertising, such as billboards, vehicle advertisements, or street furniture. On the other hand, you also have more unconventional means of Read More …

Bouncy Castle Hamlet Andrzej Lukowski Setting Shakespeare’s greatest tragedy on a bouncy castle is exactly the type of am-dram silliness people expect from the Fringe. In that respect Bouncy Castle Hamlet most certainly doesn’t disappoint: some of the cast can’t act, Hamlet appeared not to Read More …

So how do you persuade an insurer to reduce his premium? The answer is by demonstrating to the Insurer that you have acted reasonably, prudently and in a manner that will allow the Insurers to perceive you as a Risk ‘that will not have a Read More …

Inflatable structures are large cold air inflatables that people (usually children) can enter and bounce around on. They have been marketed under a variety of names: Astrojump or moonwalk or moon bounce or jolly jump in the US, bouncy castle or inflatable castle in the Read More …

URGENT SAFETY NOTICE : It has come to the attention of the BIHA that there are cheap imitation imported bouncy castles currently on the UK market. These are TOYS and are not designed for commercial hiring, (only light domestic use) as they do not comply Read More …

Many inflatable manufacturers provide a free service to their customers by painting their phone numbers on their brand new inflatables. This is a great idea as it can increase dramatically the number of bookings and referrals from other people seeing the inflatable. However, if the Read More …

Running a bouncy castle or other inflatable on a beach can be a very good money earner in the summer and autumn. However, there are some extra considerations that must be made for safety reasons and also for the care of the inflatable. Things you Read More …

***VERY IMPORTANT*** – If you are looking for a bouncy castle hire company for your child’s party or other type of event – please read the following… Some people planning a party or event make the decision to hire the cheapest bouncy castle they can Read More …