How much does a Aqua-Tots Swim Schools franchise cost?

The FDD lists a total initial investment of about $1,619,820–$2,939,590, including a $50,000 initial franchise fee.

Is a Aqua-Tots Swim Schools franchise worth it?

It depends on the numbers, not the pitch. Aqua-Tots Swim Schools scores C on disclosure honesty, carries about 8% of sales in ongoing fees, and discloses 1 legal matters. Get the real owner take-home before you sign.

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The real numbers on owning a Aqua-Tots Swim Schools franchise

Aqua-Tots Swim Schools · FDD 2026 · from public state filings

CDisclosure honesty

This franchisor discloses earnings (Item 19) — but read how.

★★★☆☆ FranchiseValidate transparency rating: 3/5

Investment

$1,619,820–$2,939,590

Total fees

8% of sales

Outlets

139

Closure signals

0 ceased, 0 terminated

Lawsuits

Is Aqua-Tots Swim Schools worth it? How it compares to 131 similar franchises

Ongoing fees	8% of sales	lower than most (median 8%)
Startup cost	from $1,619,820	pricier than 93% of peers
Disclosure honesty	Grade C	typical for the category
Closure rate	0.0% of outlets	better than most (median 1.8%)
Disclosed lawsuits	1	about average

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What their own earnings claim actually says

Gross revenue data for 15 mature outlets in CA, MA, NJ, NY, PA large metros only (2025). 40% exceeded $1.13M average; excludes most franchises.

Failure & turnover reality (Item 20)

Zero terminations 2024-2025; one 1-year non-renewal 2023. System healthy growth trajectory.

Legal history (Item 3)

1 matters disclosed.

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Aqua-Tots Swim Schools franchise — frequently asked

How much does a Aqua-Tots Swim Schools franchise cost?: The FDD lists a total initial investment of about $1,619,820–$2,939,590, including a $50,000 initial franchise fee.
How much do Aqua-Tots Swim Schools franchise owners make?: Gross revenue data for 15 mature outlets in CA, MA, NJ, NY, PA large metros only (2025). 40% exceeded $1.13M average; excludes most franchises. We grade this disclosure C for honesty.
What is the Aqua-Tots Swim Schools franchise failure rate?: Zero terminations 2024-2025; one 1-year non-renewal 2023. System healthy growth trajectory.
Is a Aqua-Tots Swim Schools franchise worth it?: It depends on the numbers, not the pitch. Aqua-Tots Swim Schools scores C on disclosure honesty, carries about 8% of sales in ongoing fees, and discloses 1 legal matters. Get the real owner take-home before you sign.

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Source: WI DFI Franchise Registration (2026). FranchiseValidate is independent and not affiliated with Aqua-Tots Swim Schools or its franchisor. Figures are extracted from the franchisor's own public disclosure document; verify against the current FDD before any decision.