How many SPORTS CLIPS (SINGLE UNIT) franchise locations are there?

As of the 2026 FDD, SPORTS CLIPS (SINGLE UNIT) has 1,702 franchise locations. The company has been franchising since 1995.

Can you get an SBA loan for a SPORTS CLIPS (SINGLE UNIT) franchise?

Yes, SBA loans are available for SPORTS CLIPS (SINGLE UNIT) franchises. Historical data shows 487 SBA 7(a) loans have been approved for SPORTS CLIPS (SINGLE UNIT) franchisees, with an average loan amount of $222,185. The historical default rate is 5.3%.

Is SPORTS CLIPS (SINGLE UNIT) a good franchise to buy?

SPORTS CLIPS (SINGLE UNIT) shows several positive indicators: established brand with 1,702+ locations, 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.

SPORTS CLIPS (SINGLE UNIT)

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Sport Clips franchises operate retail hair salons that provide hair cutting and styling services primarily to men and boys, along with related hair care products, in a sports-themed environment featuring multiple televisions with sports programming. The business model centers on franchising these stores under a standardized system, typically located in strip centers, with franchisees paying initial fees and ongoing royalties to the franchisor. The target market is men and boys seeking a relaxing, championship haircut experience in an exciting sports atmosphere.

1,702

Locations

$237K–$581K

Investment

Since 1995

Franchising

HealthcareGeorgetown, TXwww.sportclips.comDisclaimer

Franchise Costs

Franchise Fee

$30,000

Item 5 of FDD

Initial Investment Range

$236,800 – $580,500

Low: $236,800High: $580,500

Item 7 of FDD

Royalty Rate

6.00%

of gross sales

Brand Fund

5.00%

Item 6 of FDD

Fixed Monthly Fees

$198 – $305

Item 6 of FDD

6% royalty + 5% ad fund + $165/mo POS software + up to $75/mo accounting software + $33-$65/mo IT firewall

How SPORTS CLIPS (SINGLE UNIT) Compares

Key Insights

#1 largest franchise system in Beauty & Spa Services
Lower than average SBA loan default rate in Beauty & Spa Services

Franchise	Investment	Fee	Royalty	Locations
SPORTS CLIPS (SINGLE UNIT) Current	$237K – $581K	$30K	6.0%	1,702
SUPERCUTS	$186K – $323K	$40K	6.0%	1,701
DaVi Nails and Em Lash Studio	$61K – $144K	$65K	N/A	400
PALM BEACH TAN	$648K – $1.1M	$30K	6.0%	397
DAVI NAILS	$57K – $125K	$65K	0.0%	387
PHENIX SALON SUITES	$721K – $2.4M	$53K	N/A	367
Beauty & Spa Services Average 52 franchises	$410K – $748K	$48K	6.2%	–

* Comparison based on latest FDD filings. Investment ranges from Item 7, fees from Item 5. Showing top 5 of 52 Beauty & Spa Services franchises by location count.

SBA Loan History

Historical SBA 7(a) loan data for SPORTS CLIPS (SINGLE UNIT) franchisees (2010 – 2018)

Total Loans

487

Average Loan

$222,185

Total Volume

$108.2M

Default Rate

5.3%

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

1,727 franchisee contacts on file from official FDD filings.

Name	Address	Phone	Email	SBA Loan
John Smith ABC Franchise LLC	123 Main St Anytown, CA 90210	(555) 123-4567	john@example.com	$350,000 2023 · Active
John Smith ABC Franchise LLC	123 Main St Anytown, CA 90210	(555) 123-4567	john@example.com	$350,000 2023 · Active
John Smith ABC Franchise LLC	123 Main St Anytown, CA 90210	(555) 123-4567	john@example.com	$350,000 2023 · Active
John Smith ABC Franchise LLC	123 Main St Anytown, CA 90210	(555) 123-4567	john@example.com	$350,000 2023 · Active
John Smith ABC Franchise LLC	123 Main St Anytown, CA 90210	(555) 123-4567	john@example.com	$350,000 2023 · Active

1,727 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

Non-Renewals

Reacquired

Ceased Ops

Transfers

Sold to Franchisees

Projected New

Frequently Asked Questions

The total initial investment to open a SPORTS CLIPS (SINGLE UNIT) franchise ranges from $236,800 to $580,500. This includes a franchise fee of $30,000. Ongoing royalty fees are 6.0% of gross sales.