Business idea · E-commerce
Kids' Modular Obstacle Course
Kids' Modular Obstacle Course: Design and sell modular obstacle course kits for kids that can be easily set up and customized for various play experiences, combining fun with physical activity. It was pitched on My First Million in the episode "The Side Hustle King: 11 Easy Businesses Anyone Can Start" (aired September 22, 2025).
At a glance
| Podcast | My First Million |
|---|---|
| Hosted by | Sam Parr and Shaan Puri |
| Episode | The Side Hustle King: 11 Easy Businesses Anyone Can Start |
| Aired | September 22, 2025 |
| Category | E-commerce |
| Real companies on the episode | Bstock, Trampolines.com, Backyard Funhouse, Lazy Books, Roastale AI, Tiny Dollhouse |
The problem it solves
This business resolves the lack of engaging and aesthetically pleasing fitness options for children that parents feel comfortable incorporating into their homes.
How it makes money
Revenue generated from one-time sales of obstacle course kits and potential subscription models for new course designs and accessories.
Skills you need
Product design, marketing, e-commerce, and knowledge in child development and safety standards.
The market, and why this works now
The rise of home fitness solutions for children, accelerated by the pandemic, supports the demand for modular obstacle course kits. A first-revenue move could involve targeting parenting subreddits like r/Parenting or r/ChildDevelopment to introduce the product and gather feedback. A potential risk is the initial capital required for product design and inventory, which could delay profitability if sales do not meet projections.
Our analysis, written after the episode. Not a quote from the show.
Real companies discussed on this episode
- Bstock
An online liquidation marketplace that sells returned items from retailers like Costco.
- Trampolines.com
An e-commerce business selling in-ground trampolines, which requires professional installation.
- Backyard Funhouse
A business focused on installing multipurpose sport courts in backyards, along with other backyard enhancements.
- Lazy Books
A proposed AI-enabled competitor to QuickBooks aimed at simplifying bookkeeping for users who dislike traditional bookkeeping software.
- Roastale AI
An agency that automates a variety of tasks for businesses using AI technology.
- Tiny Dollhouse
A store that specializes in meticulously crafted miniature dollhouses and dolls, with detailed replicas of real-life objects.
Where this idea came from
Podcast: My First Million, hosted by Sam Parr and Shaan Puri
Episode: The Side Hustle King: 11 Easy Businesses Anyone Can Start
Aired:
Summarized from the episode transcript. The show does not say which speaker raised each idea, so we credit the show, not a person.