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DivaDance Company®

Entertainment & Recreation Year: 2025
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What Is DivaDance Company?

DivaDance Company licenses a system to develop and operate DivaDance businesses that provide dance and community-focused fitness experiences, including hip-hop dance classes and fun, full-body cardio workouts for dancers and individuals of all levels. A DivaDance Business is operated from approved licensed or short-term leased third-party locations within facilities of independently operated businesses (e.g., recreation centers, community centers, fitness studios, gyms) or from a dedicated retail studio. The franchise primarily serves individual consumers (B2C) and relies on the franchisor’s System programs, Manuals, and designated System Supplies and studio equipment (e.g., floor-length mirrors, props, mats, lighting) to deliver its approved services and products.

DivaDance Company Franchise: Pros and Cons

A key strength is a clean legal and regulatory record—zero disclosed lawsuits, settlements, franchisee judgments, government penalties, or fraud claims—reducing legacy legal risk, but a major risk is the Item 7 maximum franchise fee of $130,000 (top 5%), well above industry norms and potentially requiring substantially higher upfront cash at signing.

Pros

Zero disclosed lawsuits, settlements, franchisee judgments, government penalties, or fraud claims (bottom 5%), giving the franchisor a clean legal and regulatory record that reduces the risk of legacy legal obligations or compliance headaches.
Zero franchisee non‑renewals and zero reacquisitions (both bottom 5%), which suggests current operators are staying in the system rather than exiting—supporting steadier revenue prospects for existing locations.
No manager equity requirement (0%, bottom 5%), so you retain flexibility to structure manager compensation and ownership without being forced to allocate equity.

Cons

The Item 7 maximum franchise fee is $130,000 (top 5%), well above the entertainment & recreation industry standard and increasing the potential upfront cash required to acquire the franchise rights.
There was 1 outlet termination, a figure in the top quarter for this sector, indicating some operators have exited the system and signaling a need to investigate why.
A $130,000 Item 7 cap increases the variability of your upfront cost—if the franchisor charges near that maximum you may need significantly more cash on hand at signing.

Territory Protection

57/100
Good

Grants a protected operating area where the franchisor will not place other physical units. Franchisor retains rights to develop nearby units (no right of first refusal), to sell via e-commerce/alternative channels, and to use different trademarks; protection is contingent on meeting performance quotas while franchisee retains site-specific relocation rights.

Training & Support

59/100
NORMAL

The brand provides a robust 98-hour training curriculum designed to prepare two staff members included in the initial fee for launch. The program includes on-site launch support for operational readiness; related on-site service fees apply, and travel and lodging expenses are the responsibility of the franchisee.

How Much Does It Cost to Open a DivaDance Company Franchise?

Opening a DivaDance Company franchise requires a total initial investment of $54,000 to $185,250, according to the 2025 Franchise Disclosure Document. This range covers the franchise fee, real estate, equipment, training, and initial working capital needed to launch and operate through the early months.

Minimum Investment

$54,000
Minimum Investment Breakdown
Franchise Fee
Real Estate
Equipment & Assets
Reserves
Training
Other

Maximum Investment

$185,250
Maximum Investment Breakdown

Minimum Investment Breakdown

Franchise Fee$36,000
Real Estate$1,000
Equipment & Assets$1,500
Reserves$3,000
Training$1,300
Other$11,200

Maximum Investment Breakdown

Franchise Fee$130,000
Real Estate$3,000
Equipment & Assets$9,000
Reserves$16,000
Training$3,200
Other$24,050

Investment Analysis

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The initial investment amounts shown are estimates only. Actual costs may vary based on location size, business model, and multi-unit ownership arrangements. We recommend reviewing the full Franchise Disclosure Document for complete details.

How Much Do DivaDance Company Franchise Owners Make?

DivaDance Company franchise locations reported average gross sales of $119,291 and median gross sales of $110,282 in 2025, based on financial performance data disclosed in Item 19 of the Franchise Disclosure Document.

Average Gross Sales:
$119,291
Median Gross Sales:
$110,282
High Gross Sales:
$299,943
Low Gross Sales:
$32,651
Sample Size:
16
Franchise vs Corporate Performance: Franchised outlets reported an average gross sales of 119,291 for 2024, which is lower than the company-owned outlets' average (company-owned average of 204,030 based on four outlets), suggesting company-operated locations in this sample generated higher sales in that year.
Performance Variability Analysis: There is wide variability among franchised outlets in 2024, with reported gross sales ranging from 32,651 to 299,943, indicating outcomes can differ substantially by location and circumstances.
Data Scope and Limitations: The dataset is limited to 16 operational franchise outlets (excludes new outlets and 14 outlets removed for various reasons) and the information is not audited, so the figures may not represent the full franchise system or future performance.

Frequently Asked Questions

How much does it cost to open a DivaDance Company franchise?

The total initial investment for a DivaDance Company franchise ranges from $54,000 to $185,250, according to the 2025 Franchise Disclosure Document. This includes the franchise fee, real estate, equipment, training, and working capital.

What is the DivaDance Company initial franchise fee?

The initial franchise fee for DivaDance Company is $36,000, as stated in the 2025 FDD. This fee is paid upon signing the Franchise Agreement.

How much do DivaDance Company franchise owners make?

DivaDance Company franchise locations reported average gross sales of $119,291 and median gross sales of $110,282 in 2025, based on Item 19 of the Franchise Disclosure Document. Actual earnings vary by location, market, and operator experience.

Does DivaDance Company have any franchise lawsuits or legal issues?

DivaDance Company received a legal risk score of 100 out of 100 in the 2025 FDD analysis. The franchise reported no material legal proceedings.

Does DivaDance Company offer exclusive franchise territories?

DivaDance Company received a territory protection score of 57 out of 100. Grants a protected operating area where the franchisor will not place other physical units.

What training does DivaDance Company provide to new franchisees?

DivaDance Company received a training and support score of 59 out of 100. The brand provides a robust 98-hour training curriculum designed to prepare two staff members included in the initial fee for launch.

How many DivaDance Company franchise locations are there?

DivaDance Company had 46 total locations as of the 2025 Franchise Disclosure Document.

What type of business is DivaDance Company?

DivaDance Company licenses a system to develop and operate DivaDance businesses that provide dance and community-focused fitness experiences, including hip-hop dance classes and fun, full-body cardio workouts for dancers and individuals of all levels.

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