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How Much Does a Big Blue Swim School Franchise Cost?

2025 Franchise Disclosure Document (FDD) Data

A Big Blue Swim School franchise costs between $2,108,000 and $3,760,500 in total initial investment, according to the 2025 Franchise Disclosure Document. The initial franchise fee is $50,000.

$2,108,000

Minimum Investment

$3,760,500

Maximum Investment

$50,000

Franchise Fee

Big Blue Swim School Franchise Fee

Initial Franchise Fee $50,000

Fee Range $40,000 – $50,000

Item 7 Fee Estimate $50,000

Big Blue Swim School Total Investment Breakdown

Here is the itemized breakdown of costs to open a Big Blue Swim School franchise, as reported in the 2025 FDD Item 7 (Estimated Initial Investment).

Minimum Investment

Maximum Investment

Franchise Fee $50,000

Initial Franchise Fee Lump sum · When you sign Franchise Agreement $50,000

Real Estate $1,638,500 – $2,764,500

Construction / Net Leasehold Improvements $1,520,000 – $2,610,000

Architect& Engineering Fee Lump sum $75,000 – $105,000

Rent As agreed $42,000

Real Estate Site Investigation $1,500 – $7,500

Non-Construction Costs $0

Pre-Construction Costs $0

Leasehold Improvements $0

Equipment & Assets $65,000 – $105,000

Pool Equipment $65,000 – $105,000

Training $35,000 – $90,000

Management Training Expenses During training $35,000 – $90,000

Working Capital & Reserves $55,000 – $145,000

Additional Funds - 3 Months $55,000 – $145,000

Other Costs $264,500 – $606,000

HVAC $100,000 – $140,000

Utility Upgrades& Tap Fees $0 – $100,000

Pre-Opening Operations& Labor $75,000 – $95,000

Market Introduction Program Lump sum $85,000

Project Management Fee $0 – $75,000

Business Licenses& Permits Lump sum $30,000 – $70,000

Professional Fees $5,000 – $20,000

Lighting $10,000 – $18,000

Insurance (3 Months) $1,500 – $3,000

Type of expenditure Method of payment · When due $0

Total Estimated Investment $2,108,000 – $3,760,500

How Does Big Blue Swim School Compare to Other Children's Services Franchises?

Big Blue Swim School's minimum investment of $2,108,000 is above the Children's Services industry median. The median minimum investment for Children's Services franchises is $125,600.

$2,108,000

Big Blue Swim School Min

$125,600

Children's Services Median Min

$3,760,500

Big Blue Swim School Max

$282,050

Children's Services Median Max

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Frequently Asked Questions

How much does it cost to open a Big Blue Swim School?

The total startup cost for a Big Blue Swim School franchise ranges from $2,108,000 to $3,760,500, according to the 2025 Franchise Disclosure Document (FDD) Item 7. The largest cost category is Real Estate at $1,638,500 to $2,764,500.

How much is the Big Blue Swim School franchise fee?

The Big Blue Swim School franchise fee is $50,000, with a range of $40,000 to $50,000 depending on the agreement, as disclosed in the 2025 FDD. This is a one-time upfront fee paid to the franchisor and is separate from the total initial investment.

Is Big Blue Swim School a good investment?

Big Blue Swim School requires a total franchise investment of $2,108,000 to $3,760,500 and scores Legal Risk: 100/100, Training: 91/100 in our FDD analysis. See our full Big Blue Swim School franchise review for a detailed assessment of risks, territory, and support.

How much does a Big Blue Swim School franchise owner make?

Big Blue Swim School's 2025 FDD does not include Item 19 financial performance data, so franchise owner earnings figures are not publicly available from this source.