CLUB Z!
Club Z! franchises provide in-home tutoring services where Area Director franchisees recruit qualified teachers to deliver one-on-one tutoring to students from pre-K to grade 12 directly in their homes, using textbooks, workbooks, and computer programs to improve academic skills and learning attitudes. The business operates under proprietary marks and systems, with franchisor support for marketing within protected territories. The target market is parents seeking affordable supplemental education services.
Disclaimer: This information was extracted using AI from public Franchise Disclosure Documents and should be independently verified. This is not financial or legal advice. Always review official FDD filings before making investment decisions.
Overview
Financial Requirements
Tiered 8%-6% royalty (min $550/mo) + 2% ad fund (min $50/mo) + $250-$300/mo Club Z! Business Package + $75/mo software fees
Franchise Stats
Financial Performance
Item 19 Financial Performance
Data Based On: 328 Franchised Businesses are reported for Private Student Counts (Tables One, Two, Three, Four) based on mandatory monthly revenue reports for January – December 2024. Tutor Pay Rates and Client Pay Rates (Tables Five, Six) are also reported on 328 Franchised Businesses as of March 2024.
* The document provides data on Private Student Counts, Tutor Hourly Pay Rates, and Client Pay Rates. While these represent financial performance, the document does not present consolidated average or median gross revenue, net income, net profit, or EBITDA per franchise unit. Therefore, these specific metrics cannot be extracted directly or calculated without making significant unsupported assumptions about average student hours and distribution across different service levels. No crossed out or revised numbers were found in the document.
Extracted Item 19 Section
How CLUB Z! Compares to Other Children's Education & Enrichment Franchises
Key Insights
- One of the lowest investment costs in Children's Education & Enrichment (ranked #3 of 39)
- Top 10 largest franchise system in Children's Education & Enrichment
- Lower than average SBA loan default rate in Children's Education & Enrichment
| Franchise | Investment Range | Franchise Fee | Royalty | Locations |
|---|---|---|---|---|
CLUB Z! Current | $41K - $57K | $27K | 8.0% | 328 |
| Mathnasium | $113K - $150K | $49K | 10.0% | 995 |
| MATHNASIUM LEARNING CENTERS; MATHNASIUM CENTERS, | $113K - $150K | $49K | 10.0% | 968 |
| SYLVAN LEARNING, SYLVAN LEARNING CENTER, SYLVAN | $108K - $239K | $37K | 11.0% | 469 |
| SOCCER SHOTS | $43K - $54K | $37K | 7.0% | 306 |
| HUNTINGTON LEARNING CENTER | $159K - $298K | $36K | 9.5% | 248 |
Children's Education & Enrichment Average 39 franchises | $205K - $385K | $41K | 7.7% | - |
* Comparison based on latest FDD filings. Investment ranges from Item 7, fees from Item 5. Showing top 5 of 39 Children's Education & Enrichment 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
+33 more states
SBA Loan History
Historical SBA 7(a) loan data for CLUB Z! franchisees (2010 - 2023)
Loans by Year
* Data sourced from SBA 7(a) FOIA loan records. Default rate calculated from charged-off loans.
Franchisee Contacts
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Due Diligence
Litigation (Item 3)
No litigation involving franchisees reported in the FDD.
Bankruptcy (Item 4)
No bankruptcy history reported in the FDD.
System Health (Item 20)
Franchise system changes reported in the most recent fiscal year
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does it cost to open a CLUB Z! franchise?
The total initial investment to open a CLUB Z! franchise ranges from $40,975 to $57,425. This includes a franchise fee of $27,250. Ongoing royalty fees are 8.0% of gross sales.
How many CLUB Z! franchise locations are there?
As of the 2025 FDD, CLUB Z! has 328 franchise locations. The company has been franchising since 1998.
Can you get an SBA loan for a CLUB Z! franchise?
Yes, SBA loans are available for CLUB Z! franchises. Historical data shows 21 SBA 7(a) loans have been approved for CLUB Z! franchisees, with an average loan amount of $84,643. The historical default rate is 9.5%.
Is CLUB Z! a good franchise to buy?
CLUB Z! shows several positive indicators: established brand with 328+ locations, transparent financial performance data (Item 19), low SBA loan default rate. However, franchise success depends on many factors including location, local market conditions, and owner involvement. We recommend speaking with existing franchisees and consulting with a franchise attorney before making a decision.
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