AQUA-TOTS SWIM SCHOOLS
Aqua-Tots Swim Schools offers franchises for operating swim instruction schools that provide small group and private swim lessons, as well as pool parties, to the general public using a proprietary business system and trademarks. The business model includes single-unit franchises or multi-unit development agreements requiring the opening of multiple locations within specified areas and timelines. The target market is families and individuals seeking swim education and recreational pool activities.
Franchise Costs
6% royalty + 2% ad fund + $295/mo software fee + $170/mo technology fee
Financial Performance
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How AQUA-TOTS SWIM SCHOOLS Compares
Key Insights
- Higher investment than 88% of Sports & Recreation franchises
- #3 largest franchise system in Sports & Recreation
- One of the lowest SBA loan default rates in Sports & Recreation
| Franchise | Investment | Fee | Royalty | Locations |
|---|---|---|---|---|
AQUA-TOTS SWIM SCHOOLS Current | $1.6M – $2.9M | $50K | 6.0% | 131 |
| FREEDOM BOAT CLUB | $224K – $503K | $50K | 6.0% | 269 |
| i9 SPORTS | $60K – $70K | $25K | 7.5% | 264 |
| X-GOLF | $1.1M – $1.7M | $40K | 7.0% | 122 |
| Cruisin' Tikis | $83K – $124K | $20K | 6.0% | 106 |
| SAFESPLASH SWIM SCHOOL | $945K – $1.3M | $55K | 6.0% | 90 |
Sports & Recreation Average 26 franchises | $1.8M – $2.7M | $1.0M | 7.0% | – |
* Comparison based on latest FDD filings. Investment ranges from Item 7, fees from Item 5. Showing top 5 of 26 Sports & Recreation franchises by location count.
Locations & Growth
Outlet Growth Over Time
Total outlets at end of each year
Geographic Distribution (2024)
Outlets by state across the United States
+12 more states
SBA Loan History
Historical SBA 7(a) loan data for AQUA-TOTS SWIM SCHOOLS franchisees (2013 – 2025)
Loans by Year
SBA 7(a) loan activity over time
* Data sourced from SBA 7(a) FOIA loan records. Default rate calculated from charged-off loans.
Franchisee Contacts
142 franchisee contacts on file from official FDD filings.
| Name | SBA Loan |
|---|---|
John Smith ABC Franchise LLC | $350,000 2023 · Active |
John Smith ABC Franchise LLC | $350,000 2023 · Active |
John Smith ABC Franchise LLC | $350,000 2023 · Active |
John Smith ABC Franchise LLC | $350,000 2023 · Active |
John Smith ABC Franchise LLC | $350,000 2023 · Active |
142 Contacts Available
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Due Diligence
Litigation (Item 3)
Bankruptcy (Item 4)
System Health (Item 20)
Franchise system changes reported in the most recent fiscal year
Frequently Asked Questions
The total initial investment to open a AQUA-TOTS SWIM SCHOOLS franchise ranges from $1,619,820 to $2,939,590. This includes a franchise fee of $50,000. Ongoing royalty fees are 6.0% of gross sales.
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