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SNAPOLOGY

SNAPOLOGY

Snapology franchises provide curriculum-based programs, events, workshops, and hands-on learning experiences for children using LEGO® bricks, K’Nex® toys, robotics, animation, coding, and engineering techniques through proprietary curriculum. Businesses can operate as mobile services at third-party sites like schools and community centers or as classrooms co-branded within affiliated brands' premises. The target market includes preschool and school-aged children aged 2 to 14, their parents, and educational institutions.

Since 2015Education & TrainingBedford, TXUnleashed Brands, LLCwww.snapology.com
Item 19 AvailableSBA Loan Data

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

Investment
$75,250 - $105,800
Franchise Fee
$40,000
Locations
120

Financial Requirements

Franchise Fee$40,000
Initial Investment Range$75,250 - $105,800
Royalty Rate7.00%
Brand Fund1.00%
Fixed Monthly Fees$225 - $900

7% royalty + 1% ad fund + $125/mo technology fee + $100-$400/mo call center fee

Franchise Stats

Franchise Locations120
Corporate Locations1
States Operating37
Franchising Since2015
FDD Year2025

Financial Performance

Item 19 Financial Performance

Average Gross Revenue
$143,768
Median Gross Revenue
$93,209

Data Based On: Based on 8 Full-Time Mobile Snapology Businesses with Protected Area size of 50,000 children and below that operated for the full 2024 calendar year.

* Financial performance data was extracted from the 'SUBSET OF FULL-TIME MOBILE SNAPOLOGY BUSINESSES WITH PROTECTED AREA SIZE OF 50,000 CHILDREN AND BELOW' table, which is explicitly stated on page 2 as 'the current focus of our franchise offering for Full-Time Mobile Snapology Businesses'. The document provides overall average, median, high, and low gross sales, but no specific average for top or bottom quartiles. No information regarding net income, net profit, EBITDA, or operating expenses/margins was provided, thus profit-related fields are null.

Extracted Item 19 Section

How SNAPOLOGY Compares to Other Specialized Training Franchises

Key Insights

  • One of the lowest investment costs in Specialized Training (ranked #3 of 9)
  • #3 largest franchise system in Specialized Training
  • Lower than average SBA loan default rate in Specialized Training
FranchiseInvestment RangeFranchise FeeRoyaltyLocations
SNAPOLOGY
Current
$75K - $106K$40K7.0%120
SCHOOL OF ROCK$425K - $705K$60K8.0%254
ARTHUR MURRAY DANCE STUDIO$71K - $252K$50K8.0%238
AMERICA'S MUSIC SCHOOL$255K - $545K$45K7.0%48
Redline Athletics Unit$373K - $579K$50K7.0%46
CHILDREN'S MUSIC ACADEMY$72K - $138K$32K8.0%20
Specialized Training Average
9 franchises
$200K - $387K$50K7.6%-

* 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

Top States by Outlet Count
1TX
17
2CA
13
3VA
9
4FL
9
5NC
7
6NJ
6
7OH
5
8PA
5
9GA
5
10NY
5
11MA
4
12UT
4
13MD
4
14IL
3
15WA
3

+21 more states

SBA Loan History

Historical SBA 7(a) loan data for SNAPOLOGY franchisees (2017 - 2025)

Total Loans
13
Average Loan Amount
$155,654
Total Loan Volume
$2,023,500
Default Rate
7.7%

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)

Franchisee Litigation Cases0

No litigation involving franchisees reported in the FDD.

Bankruptcy (Item 4)

Bankruptcy HistoryNo

No bankruptcy history reported in the FDD.

System Health (Item 20)

Franchise system changes reported in the most recent fiscal year

Terminations
13
Non-Renewals
N/A
Reacquired by Franchisor
N/A
Ceased Operations (Other)
N/A
System Transfers
N/A
Sold to Franchisees
N/A
Projected New Franchises
24

Frequently Asked Questions

How much does it cost to open a SNAPOLOGY franchise?

The total initial investment to open a SNAPOLOGY franchise ranges from $75,250 to $105,800. This includes a franchise fee of $40,000. Ongoing royalty fees are 7.0% of gross sales.

How much revenue does a SNAPOLOGY franchise make?

According to the 2025 FDD, the average gross revenue for a SNAPOLOGY franchise is $143,768. The median revenue is $93,209.

How many SNAPOLOGY franchise locations are there?

As of the 2025 FDD, SNAPOLOGY has 120 franchise locations. The company has been franchising since 2015.

Can you get an SBA loan for a SNAPOLOGY franchise?

Yes, SBA loans are available for SNAPOLOGY franchises. Historical data shows 13 SBA 7(a) loans have been approved for SNAPOLOGY franchisees, with an average loan amount of $155,654. The historical default rate is 7.7%.

Is SNAPOLOGY a good franchise to buy?

SNAPOLOGY shows several positive indicators: established brand with 120+ 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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