When are Brand Fund Contributions due for a Big Blue Swim School franchise?
Big_Blue_Swim_School Franchise · 2025 FDDAnswer from 2025 FDD Document
| Column 1 | Column 2 | Column 3 | Column 4 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Type of Fee(1) | Amount(2) | Due Date | Remarks |
| Brand Fund Contributions | Up to 3% of School’s Gross Revenue(3) during each Calculation Period(4); we currently charge 2% of School’s weekly Gross Revenue | Due within certain number of days after end of each Calculation Period (4) |
Source: Item 6 — OTHER FEES (FDD pages 13–25)
What This Means (2025 FDD)
According to Big Blue Swim School's 2025 Franchise Disclosure Document, Brand Fund Contributions are due within a certain number of days after the end of each Calculation Period. The amount of these contributions can be up to 3% of the School’s Gross Revenue during each Calculation Period, but currently, Big Blue Swim School charges 2% of the School’s weekly Gross Revenue.
The Calculation Period is not explicitly defined in this section, but it is relevant to several other fees as well, such as the Member Services Center Fee and Cooperative Contributions. The Member Services Center Fee is up to 2% of the School’s Gross Revenue during each Calculation Period, though currently this fee is not charged. Cooperative Contributions can be up to 4% of the School’s Gross Revenue during each Calculation Period.
It is important for a prospective Big Blue Swim School franchisee to clarify the exact length of the Calculation Period with the franchisor to fully understand the payment schedule for these fees. Understanding the timing and amount of these contributions is essential for managing the franchise's finances effectively.