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Open an Little Gym Franchise: What You Need To Know
The Little Gym began as the idea of one man who wanted to do something significant for children. Robin Wes, a musician, former gymnast, and kinesiologist, created The Little Gym concept in 1976 to help children develop vital motor skills in a fun, musical, and non-competitive environment. Robin envisioned a place where children could reap the benefits of physical activity while enhancing their social, emotional, and intellectual skills. Today, his original vision serves as a springboard for life’s adventures and a fun franchise opportunity.
The next chapter of our kids’ gym franchise began when The Little Gym joined the Unleashed Brands family in 2021. We are so excited to be part of their platform of youth enrichment brands impacting children and families throughout the world. This partnership will enable us to further grow and provide additional opportunities for our franchisees. Now is an exciting time to join The Little Gym!
What is your franchise’s unique selling proposition (USP)?
In addition to being a profitable business venture, franchisees are part of a family dedicated to the growth and development of children.
The Little Gym has over 45 years of experience and more than 400 locations throughout the world. Their kid’s gym franchise was ranked the #1 Children’s Fitness Franchise by Entrepreneur magazine two years in a row. Franchisees benefit from a recognizable brand appeal, attainable investment costs, supportive consulting, and training, and so much more.
How many units do you currently have? How many new ones are opening per month and in which geographic areas are you most popular?
We have over 400 locations in 6 continents. The number of openings per month varies.
What are the key revenue streams for franchisees?
Classes, Birthday Parties, and events
How is your brand positioned for future growth and expansion in the next 5-10 years?
The Little Gym franchise, known for its child development programs that blend physical activity, gymnastics, and educational activities, is well-positioned for future growth and expansion over the next 5-10 years due to several strategic and market-driven factors:
- Increasing Demand for Children’s Fitness and Development Programs
- Brand Recognition and Reputation
- Community Engagement and Partnerships
- Technology Integration
- Health and Wellness Trends
What are the minimum capital requirements, initial investment costs and ongoing fees for franchisees? Are financing or other fundraising options available?
- Initial franchise fee: $59,500
- Initial investment: $506,197 to $673,197
- Royalty fee: 8%
- Ad fund: 6%
The Little Gym does not offer financing for our franchisees directly but maintains relationships with several trusted small-business lenders and financial organizations. These third-party sources offer funding to cover the franchise fee, startup costs, equipment, inventory, accounts receivable and payroll.
What training and support do you provide to franchisees, including marketing, advertising, technology, equipment and real estate?
Pre-opening business team- assists with all pre-opening steps, including site selection, build-out, marketing, and training support. We provide pre-opening training, employee training, and ongoing training.
The team will also walk you through the interior design standards, will trigger internal departments for ordering equipment, and will assist with construction deadlines and recommend qualified vendors. Franchise owners also have access to ongoing real estate support and services, including leasing, construction permits, licensing and zoning, relocation, opening additional facilities
Do you grant exclusive rights to a specific geographic area, or are there any limitations on competition from other franchisees?
We are expanding domestically.
Can you provide any pertinent financial performance details that would assist potential franchisees?
- 2023 Gross Revenues for Top 25%
- $1,125,831 average
- $1,007,529 median
- $1,970,747 high
- $866, 222 low
- Locations: 35
- 40% above average
What are the key contact details for reaching out to your company and exploring potential collaboration?