Batting Cage Construction and Costs
Prices will vary from $43,000 to $84,000, depending upon stations. Construction costs range from $64,000 to $171,000 for equipment like pitching machines and hardware.
Equipment and Usage Guidelines
- The typical batting cage net is 70 feet long by 14 feet wide by 12 feet high.
- Indoor Batting Cage Design: The standard size allows enough room for players to avoid back-swing contact with the netting.
- Avoid using new bats in the batting cage due to the denser material of batting cage balls.
Starting a Batting Cage Business
- Write your Business Plan.
- Name the Business.
Building a Batting Cage
- Build a freestanding frame of 2x4s, then cover with netting.
- Full batting cage kits range from $1,000 to $2,500.
- Frame can be built using rebar and concrete blocks.
- Assess building needs and budget before constructing.
Basement Batting Cage Construction
- Create a plan and draw the dimensions.
- Choose frame materials such as metal or PVC piping.
- Dig pole holes, place poles, and use wood stakes for support.
- Assess needs and budget before building the frame.
Benefits and Tips for Batting Cages
- Batting cages hone pitching, batting, throwing, and catching skills.
- Practice with pitching machines without incurring per-pitch costs.
- Choose between standard or custom net sizes based on preferences.