About D-BAT Franchise
D-BAT is a baseball and softball training facility franchise that offers batting cages, pitching lanes, private lessons, and camps for athletes of all ages and skill levels.
Founded by D-BAT Sports, Inc., the brand has been franchising since 2007 and has established itself as a trusted name in youth and amateur sports development across the United States.
The franchise fee is $45,000.
D-BAT Franchise Cost & Fees
Minimum Investment
$536K
Average Investment
$784K
Maximum Investment
$1.0M
| Fee Type | Amount | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Initial Franchise Fee | $45,000 | One-time payment upon signing |
| Royalty Fee | 40% of Membership Fees or 8% of Gross Revenue of gross sales | Ongoing; paid monthly |
| Marketing/Ad Fund | 2.5% of Membership Fees | National brand fund |
| Total Investment Range | $536,450 – $1,031,100 | Includes build-out, inventory, working capital |
The investment range of $536K–$1.0M reflects variability in build-out costs, store size, lease terms, and market. The combined royalty (40% of Membership Fees or 8% of Gross Revenue) and marketing fee (2.5% of Membership Fees) are ongoing costs paid as a percentage of gross sales.
Investment Breakdown (Item 7)
| Item | Low | High |
|---|---|---|
| Initial Franchise Fee | $45,000 | $45,000 |
| Lease deposit | $7,000 | $20,000 |
| Leasehold improvements | $100,000 | $375,000 |
| Facility Build-out | $213,000 | $330,000 |
| Construction Management and On-Site Training Fee | $6,000 | $6,000 |
| Computer system(s) | $15,000 | $20,000 |
| Brochures, press kits and sales collateral | $2,000 | $3,000 |
| Signage and graphics (interior and exterior), wall signs and instructional posters | $17,000 | $21,000 |
| Uniforms | $250 | $1,000 |
| Permits and Licenses | $3,000 | $5,000 |
| Insurance | $500 | $1,000 |
| Utility deposits | $700 | $1,600 |
| Travel related expenses during training | $500 | $2,000 |
| Initial advertising and marketing products | $5,000 | $7,500 |
| Blue prints, plans and permits | $8,000 | $25,000 |
| Initial pro shop inventory | $33,000 | $40,000 |
| Initial cage usage supplies | $15,000 | $23,000 |
| Furniture, fixtures and equipment | $14,500 | $25,000 |
| Legal, accounting and professional fees | $1,000 | $5,000 |
| Additional funds – 3 months | $50,000 | $75,000 |
Additional Fees (Item 6)
| Fee Type | Amount |
|---|---|
| Transfer Fee | $3,000 (Convenience of Ownership); $5,000 plus reimbursement of expenses (Non-controlling Interest); $15,000 plus reimbursement of expenses (Transfer of Agreement, and/or Controlling Interest) |
| Renewal Fee | $7,500 |
| Technology Fee | $354 Monthly |
| Audit Fee | Cost of audit or inspection (reimbursed only if understatement of 2% or more) |
| Additional training | Not to exceed $500 per person per day; Not to exceed $5,000 per Facility per year |
| Mandatory Training | $5,000 for up to two individuals we designate |
| Interest/late fee | 18% per year or the highest interest rate permitted by the jurisdiction |
| Indemnification | An amount equal to the value of all losses and expenses that we incur |
| Replacement fee for Manual | $500 per volume |
| Supplier Testing Costs | Reimbursement of our actual costs |
| Insurance Premium | Reimbursement of premium plus administrative fee not to exceed 10% of annual premium |
| Costs and Attorneys’ Fees | Varies with circumstances |
| Assignment Fee – (Assignment of Franchise Rights) (Area Development Agreement) | $5,000 |
Training Program (Item 11)
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Total Duration | 1 to 2 days at headquarters, 1 to 2 days on-site (total 12.5 classroom hours, 7 on-the-job hours) |
| Classroom Training | 12.5 hours |
| On-the-Job Training | 7 hours |
| Training Location | Dallas, Texas or other location designated by us |
| Additional Training | Mandatory training for General Manager, Assistant Manager, and Designated Principal. Additional training for up to two individuals if membership fees decrease by more than 35% over three months, costing $5,000 plus travel/lodging/dining. Replacement managers must also complete initial training. |
Territory Rights (Item 12)
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Territory Type | Protected |
| Exclusive Territory | No |
| Territory Size | An area surrounding the D-BAT® Facility, identified after site approval. |
| Description | Franchisees operate one facility at an approved location, and a surrounding territory is identified. While there are no restrictions on accepting customers outside the territory, direct solicitation of business outside the territory (e.g., sales calls to schools, sponsoring tournaments, establishing signage) is prohibited without prior written permission. The franchisor retains rights to operate businesses outside the territory, sell products through alternate channels (e.g., online), and franchise other concepts, even if they compete with the franchisee. |
Renewal, Termination & Transfer (Item 17)
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Initial Term | 10 years from the Opening Date or 11 years from the Effective Date, whichever is earlier. |
| Renewal Term | Two additional five-year terms |
| Renewal Fee | $7,500 |
| Renewal Conditions | Franchisee must be in good standing, not in default of any agreements, renovate and modernize the facility to current image, ensure Principals/managers comply with training, have rights to premises, sign a general release, have operated in accordance with the system, and sign a new franchise agreement (which may have different terms). |
| Transfer Fee | $3,000 (Convenience of Ownership); $5,000 plus reimbursement of expenses (Non-controlling Interest); $15,000 plus reimbursement of expenses (Transfer of Agreement, and/or Controlling Interest) |
| Transfer Conditions | Requires franchisor's prior written consent (not unreasonably withheld). Conditions include: all monetary and outstanding obligations satisfied, full compliance with agreements, franchisee and Principals sign a general release, transferee meets franchisor's criteria (educational, managerial, business, moral character, credit, equity capital), transferee assumes obligations or signs new agreement, transferee refurbishes facility, transferor remains liable for pre-transfer obligations, transferee complies with training, and economic terms do not adversely affect viability. |
| Termination for Cause | Automatic termination for insolvency/bankruptcy. Termination without opportunity to cure for: failure to identify site/open facility, abandonment, false representations in application, felony conviction of franchisee/Principal, violation of confidentiality/non-compete, failure of quality assurance inspections (2 consecutive or 3+ in 24 months), or termination of another franchise agreement. Termination with opportunity to cure (10 or 30 days) for: failure to pay monies, misuse of Marks/IP, health/safety violations, or other agreement breaches. |
| Non-Compete Period | During the term and for a two-year uninterrupted period following termination or expiration. |
| Non-Compete Details | During the term, neither franchisee nor any principal may be involved in any business providing baseball/softball instruction or where equipment/apparel sales exceed 10% of gross sales, universally. Post-termination/expiration, this restriction applies for two years within the former facility location, a 15-mile radius of the former facility, or a 15-mile radius of any D-BAT® Facility operating or under construction. This does not apply to less than a 5% beneficial interest in a publicly traded corporation. The restrictive period is tolled during non-compliance. |
Operations & Supply (Items 8 & 15)
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Owner-Operator Required | Yes |
| Participation Details | Franchisee must appoint an 'Operating Principal' who holds an equity interest in the franchise entity, successfully completes initial training, and is current on all training and certification requirements. This Operating Principal must personally supervise the day-to-day operations of the facility. If the franchisee is a business entity, each Principal must sign a Guaranty and Personal Undertaking, making them personally liable for financial obligations. Employees with access to confidential information must sign confidentiality and non-compete agreements. |
| Required Suppliers | D-BAT, designated suppliers (including DBI), Rawlings/Easton for pro shop items. Franchisor also approves suppliers for fixtures, furnishings, equipment, computer hardware, and signage. |
| Supply Restrictions | Franchisees must purchase initial and ongoing inventory, promotional materials, marketing materials, brochures, and D-BAT branded items from D-BAT or designated suppliers (including DBI). They must also purchase or lease fixtures, furnishings, equipment, computer hardware, and signage that meet franchisor standards and specifications, potentially including brand requirements, from approved or designated suppliers. Franchisor approval is required for new suppliers, based on quality, supply commitment, integrity, financial stability, and confidentiality agreements. |
| Franchisor Revenue from Suppliers | $107,547 from franchisee purchases, which is 1.24% of total revenues of $8,655,794 (fiscal year ending December 31, 2021). Affiliate DBI derived $921,331 in revenue from franchisee purchases or leases during the same period. |
Financing (Item 10)
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Financing Available | No |
| Description | We do not offer direct or indirect financing. We do not guaranty your note, lease or obligation. |
D-BAT Franchise Earnings — Item 19
D-BAT does not make an Item 19 financial performance representation in their FDD. This means they do not disclose revenue, profit, or earnings data for franchised locations. Before investing, ask the franchisor directly for franchisee contact information so you can speak with existing owners about their actual financial performance.
D-BAT does not include an Item 19 financial performance representation in their FDD. Contact information for current and former franchisees is listed in Item 20 of the FDD.
D-BAT Litigation & Risk Flags
Clean Litigation RecordD-BAT has no pending litigation actions listed in their FDD. There is also no bankruptcy history disclosed.
Litigation and bankruptcy data is sourced from Items 3 and 4 of the FDD. Always verify current status directly from the most recent FDD.
D-BAT System Growth
Total Units
113
Franchised
113
Company-Owned
0
D-BAT currently operates 113 franchised locations and 0 company-owned units. Unit count data is sourced from Item 20 of the FDD.
Unit History (Item 20)
| Year | Opened | Closed | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2019 | 20 | 0 | 82 |
| 2020 | 18 | 0 | 100 |
| 2021 | 13 | 0 | 113 |
Transfers: 11 | Closures: 0
State Registrations
Registered in 15 states: CA, HI, IL, IN, MD, MI, MN, NY, ND, OR, RI, SD, VA, WA, WI
Franchisor Financials (Item 21)
Revenue
$8.7M
D-BAT Franchise — FAQ
The total investment to open a D-BAT franchise ranges from $536,450 to $1,031,100, per their Franchise Disclosure Document. This includes the initial franchise fee of $45,000. The investment covers build-out, inventory, equipment, signage, working capital, and other startup costs.
D-BAT charges a royalty fee of 40% of Membership Fees or 8% of Gross Revenue of gross sales, plus a 2.5% of Membership Fees contribution to the marketing/advertising fund. These fees are paid on an ongoing basis.
You can download the D-BAT Franchise Disclosure Document free on this page. The FDD is a public document filed with state franchise registries. Always also request the current FDD directly from D-BAT to ensure you have the most up-to-date version.
D-BAT does not provide an Item 19 financial performance representation in their FDD, which means they do not disclose franchisee revenue or earnings data. Prospective investors should contact existing franchisees directly (listed in Item 20 of the FDD) to gather real-world financial performance information.
D-BAT has been franchising since 2007. The FDD shows an investment range of $536,450-$1,031,100, a 40% of Membership Fees or 8% of Gross Revenue royalty, and includes an Item 19 earnings disclosure. There is no pending litigation. Review the full FDD and contact current franchisees listed in Item 20 before making any investment decision.
The franchise fee is $45,000 and the total investment ranges from $536,450 to $1,031,100 depending on location size and market. Contact the franchisor directly for current net worth and liquid capital requirements, territory availability, and application details.
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