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AQUA-TOTS SWIM SCHOOLS

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.

131locations
$1620K–$2940K
Since 2007
ServicesMesa, AZwww.aqua-tots.comDisclaimer

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Franchise Costs

Franchise Fee
$50,000
Initial Investment
$1,619,820 – $2,939,590
Royalty Rate
6.00%
Brand Fund
2.00%
Fixed Monthly Fees
$465 – $465

6% royalty + 2% ad fund + $295/mo software fee + $170/mo technology fee

Financial Performance

Item 19 Financial Performance

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AQUA-TOTS SWIM SCHOOLS Franchise Analysis

Ever wondered if a swim school franchise could make waves in the family recreation market? Aqua-Tots Swim Schools has been building its network since 2007, with FDD data showing consistent location growth and a robust pipeline of new units. Item 19 is absent, leaving earnings opaque, while SBA financing trends hint at serious capital commitments—but is this high-stakes model worth diving into?

The financial entry is steep: expect $1,619,820 to $2,939,590 upfront, covering build-out for indoor pools, equipment, and initial operations as detailed in Item 7. Franchise fee hits $50,000, followed by 6% royalties, 2% ad fund, plus ongoing $295/month software and $170/month tech fees. No Item 19 means no official revenue or profit figures, forcing buyers to dig into alternatives like the 57 SBA loans averaging $894,253 each—suggesting lenders see viability in this $2M+ model despite the risks of real estate-heavy setups.

System health looks solid with 131 franchised locations (one corporate) jumping 11% from 118 in 2023, and 15 projected new units signaling momentum in sports/rec. Multi-unit deals accelerate expansion but demand quick openings. For a $50K fee buyer eyeing families craving swim safety, this scales via proven curriculum, yet the massive capex and fee stack could squeeze margins without scale—ideal for deep-pocketed operators in growing suburbs.

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Analysis based on the 2025 Franchise Disclosure Document. All figures should be independently verified before making investment decisions.

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
FranchiseInvestmentFeeRoyaltyLocations
AQUA-TOTS SWIM SCHOOLS
Current
$1.6M – $2.9M$50K6.0%131
i9 SPORTS$60K – $70K$25K7.5%294
FREEDOM BOAT CLUB$264K – $623K$50K6.0%288
X-GOLF$1.1M – $1.7M$40K7.0%122
The Back Nine$307K – $689K$50K8.0%120
SAFESPLASH SWIM SCHOOL$961K – $1.3M$55K6.0%106
Sports & Recreation Average
26 franchises
$1.8M – $2.8M$1.0M7.0%–

* 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

Top States
1TX
34
2MI
12
3GA
10
4AZ
10
5VA
8
6CA
8
7OH
7
8NC
6
9NJ
4
10CO
3
11IL
3
12KY
3
13FL
3
14NV
2
15KS
2

+12 more states

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SBA Loan History

Historical SBA 7(a) loan data for AQUA-TOTS SWIM SCHOOLS franchisees (2013 – 2025)

Total Loans
57
Average Loan
$894,253
Total Volume
$51.0M
Default Rate
0.0%

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.

57 SBA loans on record

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Franchisee Contacts

142 franchisee contacts on file from official FDD filings.

142 Contacts Available

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Due Diligence

Litigation (Item 3)

Franchisee Cases0
No litigation involving franchisees reported

Bankruptcy (Item 4)

Bankruptcy HistoryNo
No bankruptcy history reported

System Health (Item 20)

Franchise system changes reported in the most recent fiscal year

Terminations
0
Non-Renewals
0
Reacquired
2
Ceased Ops
0
Transfers
0
Sold to Franchisees
0
Projected New
15

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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.