How many Goldfish Swim School locations were operating in California at the close of 2022?

According to Goldfish Swim School's 2025 Franchise Disclosure Document, there was one Goldfish Swim School location operating in California at the end of 2022. The FDD provides a detailed table outlining the status of franchise outlets across various states from 2022 to 2024. This table includes information on the number of outlets at the start of the year, outlets opened, terminations, non-renewals, outlets reacquired by the franchisor, outlets that ceased operations for other reasons, and the number of outlets at the end of the year.

For a prospective franchisee, this information is valuable in understanding the growth and stability of the Goldfish Swim School brand in specific geographic areas. The fact that California had one location open at the end of 2022, after starting the year with one location and opening no additional locations, suggests a stable but not rapidly expanding presence in the state at that time. This data helps potential franchisees assess the market potential and competitive landscape in California.

It's important to note that while the table provides a historical overview, it does not guarantee future performance. Franchisees should further investigate the reasons behind the limited growth in California during this period and consider the franchisor's plans for future expansion in the state. Additionally, the FDD indicates that Goldfish Swim School projects opening four new franchised outlets and two new company-owned outlets in California in the next fiscal year, which suggests a potential for growth in the near future.