Since when has Goldfish Swim School been offering franchises?

According to the 2025 Goldfish Swim School Franchise Disclosure Document, Goldfish Swim School Franchising LLC started offering franchises in 2008. The company was formed in Michigan on June 19, 2008, with the specific aim of franchising Goldfish Swim Schools. This indicates that Goldfish Swim School has been actively involved in franchising its swim school concept for over 15 years.

For a prospective franchisee, this history suggests a degree of experience and established systems within the Goldfish Swim School franchise network. The FDD specifies that the franchise provides specialized swim instruction and customer service to children aged 4 months to 12 years. The franchise aims to service local markets by offering group and private swim lessons as well as birthday parties, open swim times, swim clinics and many other aquatic activities to children aged 4 months to 12 years of age in a fun and colorful environment. The franchise will also service its clients by offering a snack bar and retail area.

It is important to note that while Goldfish Swim School Franchising LLC began offering franchises in 2008, its affiliate, Goldfish Swim School, LLC, has operated a swim school since March 2006. This pre-franchise operational experience may have contributed to the development of the franchise system. The FDD also mentions that Goldfish Swim School Franchising of Canada, ULC, franchises the Goldfish Swim School system in Canada, indicating international expansion of the brand.