ARTHUR MURRAY DANCE STUDIO
Arthur Murray Dance Studio franchises enable operators to provide dance instruction and similar services to the general public through physical studios offering both in-person and virtual lessons. Franchisees must adhere to the franchisor's business formats, methods, standards, and specifications, and may conduct dance competitions under additional agreements. The target market includes individuals seeking dance education, competing with other local and national dance studios.
Franchise Costs
8% royalty + up to 2% ad fund + $150/mo Agenda Master software fee
Financial Performance
Item 19 Financial Performance
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How ARTHUR MURRAY DANCE STUDIO Compares
Key Insights
- One of the lowest investment costs in Specialized Training (ranked #1 of 9)
- #2 largest franchise system in Specialized Training
- One of the lowest SBA loan default rates in Specialized Training
| Franchise | Investment | Fee | Royalty | Locations |
|---|---|---|---|---|
ARTHUR MURRAY DANCE STUDIO Current | $71K – $252K | $50K | 8.0% | 237 |
| SCHOOL OF ROCK | $425K – $705K | $60K | 8.0% | 254 |
| SNAPOLOGY | $75K – $106K | $40K | 7.0% | 120 |
| AMERICA'S MUSIC SCHOOL | $255K – $545K | $45K | 7.0% | 48 |
| Redline Athletics Unit | $373K – $579K | $50K | 7.0% | 46 |
| CHILDREN'S MUSIC ACADEMY | $72K – $138K | $32K | 8.0% | 20 |
Specialized Training Average 9 franchises | $200K – $387K | $50K | 7.6% | – |
* Comparison based on latest FDD filings. Investment ranges from Item 7, fees from Item 5. Showing top 5 of 9 Specialized Training 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
+21 more states
SBA Loan History
Historical SBA 7(a) loan data for ARTHUR MURRAY DANCE STUDIO franchisees (2011 – 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
388 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 |
388 Contacts Available
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Due Diligence
Litigation (Item 3)
Arbitration against former franchisee for unpaid royalties and enforcement of post-termination covenants.
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 ARTHUR MURRAY DANCE STUDIO franchise ranges from $71,120 to $252,120. This includes a franchise fee of $50,000. Ongoing royalty fees are 8.0% of gross sales.
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