Responsible Gaming
Our Commitment to Safe Gaming
At Indoor Golf Academies, we are committed to promoting responsible gaming practices. Bingo and all forms of gambling should be enjoyed as entertainment only, not as a way to earn money or solve financial problems. We encourage all players to gamble within their means and to seek help if gambling becomes a concern.
Age Verification
In the United Kingdom, you must be 18 years of age or older to participate in bingo and other gambling activities. We are committed to preventing underage gambling and verifying the age of all players. If you are under 18, you are not permitted to use our services or access affiliated gambling platforms.
Warning Signs of Problem Gambling
Problem gambling can develop gradually. Please be aware of the following warning signs:
- Chasing Losses: Attempting to recover lost money by gambling more
- Hiding Gambling Activity: Concealing the amount of time or money spent gambling from family and friends
- Inability to Stop: Finding it difficult to reduce or stop gambling despite wanting to
- Neglecting Responsibilities: Prioritizing gambling over work, family, education, or personal care
- Borrowing Money: Taking loans or using credit to fund gambling activities
- Mood Changes: Becoming anxious, irritable, or depressed when unable to gamble
- Escalating Stakes: Needing to gamble with increasing amounts of money to feel the same excitement
- Failed Attempts to Control: Repeatedly trying and failing to reduce or stop gambling
If you recognize any of these signs in yourself or someone you know, help is available.
Self-Help Tools and Safer Gaming Features
Most responsible gambling operators offer tools to help you maintain control:
- Deposit Limits: Set a maximum amount of money you can deposit over a specific time period
- Loss Limits: Cap the maximum amount you are willing to lose in a session or week
- Time Limits: Set reminders to take breaks and limit how long you play
- Reality Checks: Receive notifications during play to help you stay aware of time and money spent
- Self-Exclusion: Temporarily or permanently exclude yourself from gambling activities
- Account Closure: Close your account if you wish to stop gambling entirely
We strongly recommend using these tools if you feel your gambling may be becoming a problem.
Support Organizations and Resources
If you or someone you know is struggling with problem gambling, support is available. Please contact one of the following organizations:
United Kingdom
- GamCare: Free, confidential support and counselling for problem gambling
Website: www.gamcare.org.uk
Telephone: 0808 8020 133 (free and confidential) - GamStop: National self-exclusion scheme for online gambling
Website: www.gamstop.co.uk
Excludes you from all participating UK-licensed operators - Gambling Therapy: Free online support and counselling
Website: www.gamblingtherapy.org
International Support Organizations
- Australia - Gambling Help Online: www.gamblinghelponline.org.au
- Canada - Responsible Gambling Council: www.responsiblegambling.org
- United States - National Council on Problem Gambling: www.ncpgambling.org
National Problem Gambling Helpline: 1-800-522-4700 - Germany - Bundeszentrale für gesundheitliche Aufklärung (BZgA): www.bzga.de
Take Action Today
If you suspect you may have a gambling problem, or if someone you care about is showing signs of problem gambling, please seek help immediately. There is no shame in asking for support—many people have successfully recovered from problem gambling with proper assistance.
Remember: gambling should be fun and entertaining. If it is causing you stress, financial difficulties, or affecting your relationships, it's time to reach out to one of the organizations listed above.