What is the range for the estimated initial franchise fee for a Goldfish Swim School?
Goldfish_Swim_School Franchise · 2025 FDDAnswer from 2025 FDD Document
YOUR ESTIMATED INITIAL INVESTMENT
| Type of Expenditure | Amount | Method of Payment When Due | To Whom Payment Is To Be Made | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Franchise Fee 1 | $40,000 - 50,000 | ,0 |
Source: Item 7 — ESTIMATED INITIAL INVESTMENT (FDD pages 21–27)
What This Means (2025 FDD)
According to the 2025 Goldfish Swim School FDD, the initial franchise fee ranges from $40,000 to $50,000. This fee is payable via cashier's check.
Notably, the FDD also mentions a Development Fee for franchisees who enter into an Area Development Agreement to develop multiple Goldfish Swim School locations. The Development Fee is calculated as the initial franchise fee for the first swim school ($50,000) plus $20,000 for each additional swim school to be developed under the agreement. This Development Fee is paid as a lump sum upon signing the Area Development Agreement and is nonrefundable.
Prospective franchisees should understand the implications of both the standard franchise fee and the Development Fee if they are considering developing multiple locations. It is important to note that the initial franchise fee is only a portion of the total initial investment, which ranges from $1,733,263 to $3,816,733 for the first franchised outlet, including the development fee.