BattleGR: Unique Among Sports Facilities
BattleGR is a fully immersive, hands-on experience where it feels like you have endless options for action. It’s one of west Michigan’s favorite things to do indoors.
Experience laser tag, archery tag, axe throwing, video game truck rentals, sports court, arcade, even adult beverages … the list just goes on.
And you can’t miss their newest phenomenon: foam parties!
They are all about welcoming your next group (or traveling to you!) for a birthday party, corporate event or even team rentals.
“We’re very different than anything else in West Michigan,” says owner Jenny Lashuay.
Read on to find out what makes BattleGR so different (and amazing!) – plus your chance to WIN a mobile birthday party.
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All About BattleGR
284 Dodge NE Suite 100, Comstock Park, MI 49321
(616) 345-0698
BattleGR is a hybrid of a family fun center and a sports facility.
Located in Comstock Park near the LMCU Ballpark, this 24,000 square foot facility houses sports courts, axe throwing, an arcade, and a snack shop (The Grub) as well as its laser tag course.
This is THE place for birthday parties, summer camps, or just fun with your friends.
They even have a video game truck, mobile laser tag and foam blasters that can come to YOUR party.
Lashuay said she is excited about the variety of activities they provide that are appropriate for all ages.
Activities include private parties, sports league tournaments, and open gym time.
“We offer families, groups and corporations different ways to be active. We have a really good mix.”
BattleGR is More Than Laser Tag
Before you come, Lashuay recommends booking a session to ensure availability for your group.
You can choose 30 minute, 1 hour, or 2-hour sessions. Or stay all day!
“Our mission is to bring fun back into family. Get them away from the screens – let’s interact with each other!” says Jenny.
Tactical Laser Tag
Kids can trade backyard play for real life lasers at BattleGR.
If your kids love running around the house and yard, wielding Nerf guns and toy swords, and fighting invisible bad guys, they will love laser tag at BattleGR.
BattleGR is bringing kid (and adult!) tactical strategy games to life, complete with laser guns and over 42 different missions.
You can also play archery tag (like playing “dodgeball” with bows and arrows), volleyball, futsal, basketball, axe throwing and more at BattleGR.
After your laser tag or archery tag session, wind down at any of BattleGR’s arcade games (additional cost) or have a bite to eat at their locally-focused kitchen/concession stand, The Grub.
BattleGR’s menu includes pizza made on site with locally sourced ingredients when available, and Detroit City Soda.
Try axe-throwing and more at special events throughout the year. Events include teen-ish night, family fun nights and adult-only parents night out. (Axe throwing is not exclusive to special events.)
Insane Parties Come to You With the Mobile Truck
BattleGR was originally a mobile laser tag company, traveling around the area for birthday parties, company and school events, and more.
While they now have a physical location, BattleGR hasn’t given up their mobile roots. BattleGR still brings the fun to you – indoors or outdoors.
24′ Video Game Trailer
BattleGR brings the fun to you with their custom-built mobile video game trailer that travels throughout West Michigan. The trailer is available for private party rental throughout the year.
Quick facts:
- Entertains up to 24 people
- Customize the age-appropriate games
- Parents pre-approve any games above an E rating
- Up to 16 people can play inside and 8 outside
- Heated and air-conditioned
- Major consoles available including: Xbox One, Xbox Series X, Switch, PS4, PS5
- Requires an easy road-to-set-up location like a large driveway or curbside
Mobile Laser Tag
If you want to play laser tag, BattleGR can make that happen, just about anywhere!
Pick your location and BattleGR will do the rest. They’ll set up barriers (or you can play without) and provide a game facilitator who will help brief players on the rules.
“Our portable arena creates a unique combat zone at any event or location in Grand Rapids and the surrounding areas,” says Lashuay. “You can play indoors or outdoors, daytime or nighttime, and even in rain or light snow!”
Foam Parties
“It is one of the hottest parties right now, and we are Grand Rapids’ first foam party people,” says Lashuay.
- FoamGR provides the foam, music, and the games in a 30×30 foot area
- You provide water supply and electrical outlet
- UV for a glow party or color for a gender reveal party available
- Creates foam mountains almost five feet high as the Foam Cannon shoots foam 15-20 feet.
Full list of mobile items:
| Laser tag | Archery tag | Video game trailer |
| Axe throwing | Hippo Chow Down interactive inflatable | Football bowling |
| Foam Machine | Corn hole | Glitter or air brush tattoos |
| Popcorn maching | Virtual reality | Big Throw Down inflatable |
Unforgettable Birthday Parties at BattleGR
A laser tag party is an easy birthday party hit, which Lashuay can attest to, as BattleGR hosts a LOT of birthday parties on the weekends.
BattleGR offers laser tag parties, archery tag, axe throwing, video gaming & more.
You bring the kids and BattleGR will serve the food, drinks and cake. They have a separate party room for guests.
Or upgrade to a private facility rental and have the whole place to yourselves!
| Battle GR Birthday Party Packages | Ages |
|---|---|
| Indoor Foam Dart/Nerf | Ages 4 -6 |
| Video Game Theater (Fortnite, etc) | Ages 6+ |
| Laser or Archery Tag | Ages 7+ |
| Gel Blaster | Ages 8+ |
| Axe Throwing | Ages 14+ |
“Parents can (also) watch the kids in the arena via TV,” Lashuay adds. “We also make a party gift list so the parents know who gave the birthday kid what gift.”
But what sets BattleGR apart from the crowd is that their party hosts actively engage the kids, rather than just follow the party around to make sure things go well.
WIN a Birthday Party that Comes to You, From BattleGR!
Here’s your chance to win the ultimate birthday bash – and it comes to you! BattleGR is regularly-voted a top birthday party venue in Grand Rapids.
This package is valued at $450 and can be upgraded for an additional fee.
Prize Details:
“We will run the whole party so you can relax and enjoy,” promises Lashuay.
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Camps, Leagues, Field Trips and Rentals at BattleGR
In addition to birthday parties and coming to play at BattleGR, there are other fun opportunities — for kids AND adults.
Summer Camp
BattleGR carefully designed their summer camps to truly have “something for everyone,” including sports, STEM, art and games.
Kids will move around with activities, including a special water day outdoors where kids can have water balloon fights and foam blasters.
BattleGR Summer Camp activities include: Nerf, laser tag, archery tag, dodgeball, basketball, volleyball, soccer, kickball, arts and crafts, water balloons, board games, Legos, and so much more.
Have a kid who may need an occasional break from the excitement? BattleGR created a quiet space perfect for those kids who need a break from the stimulation.
Youth & Adult Leagues
“One of our biggest goals at BattleGR is to keep kids moving,” says Lashuay.
Among their different programs to keep kids active, BattleGR has adult and youth sports leagues.
Beginners League for each sport is more instructional, allowing players to learn the skills and rules.
The Competitive league ramps up with coaching on strategy.
BattleGR has teamed up with Best Damn Sports and Social Club of GR to offer volleyball and basketball leagues.
They also have tactical laser tag and an axe throwing league.
| Youth League Options | Adult League Options |
|---|---|
| Tactical Laser Tag | Axe Throwing |
| Archery Tag (Ages 9+) | Futsal |
| Futsal League/Tournaments | Archery Tag/Combat Archery |
| Volleyball | Tactical Laser Tag |
| Basketball | Volleyball |
| Basketball | |
| Corn hole |
Field Trips
BattleGR Tactical Games field trips are fun for all ages, with lots of strategic games that are always crowd-pleasers.
Quick facts:
- Choose mobile or on-site
- Select type of trip: laser tag, foam party, video game trailer or archery tag (ages 8+)
- Customize with curricular options of communication, teamwork, leadership, and adaptation. Or the “Just for Fun” field trip.
- Can include lunch or snack
Facility Rentals
You can rent out the entire BattleGR facility for your next company party or epic family reunion. (Mobile option also available.)
Options include laser tag, archery tag, basketball, futsal, volleyball, cornhole, indoor baseball, foam party, and arcade.
Plus BattleGR’s newest offering: hippo chow down interactive inflatable. In this life size Hungry Hippo game, players are strapped into a bungee cord and run to the middle to collect the balls.
Packages can be customized for any group, including catering food options and drink packages.
Register for their next Taste of Team Building event, where you can experience all their team building offerings, including games and food.
Sport Court Rentals
Wondering where your friends can play dodgeball, futsal or any other court game? Bring them to BattleGR!
BattleGR’s sport court rentals are made from high-impact copolymer suspended athletic surface by SnapSports.
You can rent either full or half courts, depending on your needs, and there are discounts available based on how many weeks or hours you book.
“This flooring is perfect for volleyball, futsal, basketball, and tennis,” says Lashuay.
Have You Been to BattleGR?
BattleGR is the ultimate West Michigan destination for tactical fun. What’s your favorite thing to do at BattleGR?
