About Fintastic Swim Academy Franchise
Fintastic Swim Academy is a swim instruction franchise backed by OFS Venture Holdings, LLC, offering private and small group swim lessons, birthday parties, camps, and other swimming related activities.
With a franchise fee of $50,000 and franchising since 2025, the brand is a new entrant in the children's swim education market, providing year round classes for all ages and skill levels.
The Fintastic Swim Academy concept uses a proprietary teaching methodology and operating system designed to deliver safe, effective swim instruction in a fun environment.
Fintastic Swim Academy Franchise Cost & Fees
Minimum Investment
$627K
Average Investment
$1.6M
Maximum Investment
$2.5M
| Fee Type | Amount | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Initial Franchise Fee | $50,000 | One-time payment upon signing |
| Royalty Fee | 5% of Gross Revenue of gross sales | Ongoing; paid monthly |
| Marketing/Ad Fund | Not currently assessed for Brand Fund Contribution (up to 2% of Gross Revenue if established); 2% of Gross Revenue for Local Advertising Requirement (minimum 1%) | National brand fund |
| Total Investment Range | $627,225 – $2,479,250 | Includes build-out, inventory, working capital |
The investment range of $627K–$2.5M reflects variability in build-out costs, store size, lease terms, and market. The combined royalty (5% of Gross Revenue) and marketing fee (Not currently assessed for Brand Fund Contribution (up to 2% of Gross Revenue if established); 2% of Gross Revenue for Local Advertising Requirement (minimum 1%)) are ongoing costs paid as a percentage of gross sales.
Investment Breakdown (Item 7)
| Item | Low | High |
|---|---|---|
| Initial Franchise Fee | $50,000 | $50,000 |
| Rent (3 Months) | $30,000 | $75,000 |
| Architectural Fees | $20,000 | $30,000 |
| Pool Engineer | $5,000 | $10,000 |
| Leasehold Improvements | $385,000 | $1,750,000 |
| Utilities (3 Months) | $6,450 | $14,100 |
| Insurance (3 Months) | $1,875 | $5,750 |
| Initial Inventory and Supplies Package | $15,000 | $25,000 |
| Pre-Opening Member Services (3 Months) | $900 | $900 |
| Costs and Expenses Associated with Initial Training Program | $15,000 | $25,000 |
| Furniture, Fixtures, Equipment, and Décor | $31,000 | $100,000 |
| Initial Marketing Spend | $5,000 | $15,000 |
| Grand Opening Marketing | $5,000 | $10,000 |
| Licenses, Permits, & Deposits | $4,000 | $80,000 |
| Professional Fees | $13,000 | $31,000 |
| Computers, Office Equipment | $5,000 | $7,500 |
| Additional Funds (3 Months) | $35,000 | $250,000 |
Additional Fees (Item 6)
| Fee Type | Amount |
|---|---|
| Transfer Fee | $10,000 |
| Renewal Fee | $10,000 |
| Technology Fee | Currently $700 per month per location |
| Audit Fee | Cost of inspection or audit (if failure to report/understate Gross Revenue by 2% or more) |
| Required Software Fees | Varies (currently $5 to $7 per staff member per month for employee scheduling software) |
| Membership Services Management Fee | $3.50 per month per active member |
| Supplemental Training and Assistance | $500 per day per trainer, plus costs and expenses |
| Franchise Meetings and Convention Registration Fee | Not currently assessed (estimated $500 per attendee when established) |
| Product and Service Purchases | Varies depending on products and services |
| Interest | Lesser of 1.5% per month or highest rate permitted by law |
| Non-Compliance Fee/Admin Fee | $250 per violation |
| Costs and Attorneys' Fees | Varies under circumstances |
| Indemnification | Varies under circumstances |
| Management Fee | Up to 10% of Gross Revenue, plus Travel Related Expenses |
Training Program (Item 11)
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Total Duration | Approximately four (4) weeks |
| Classroom Training | 32 hours |
| On-the-Job Training | 78 hours |
| Training Location | Orlando, Florida area (some portions may be remote) |
| Additional Training | Ongoing guidance by telephone, email, newsletters. Consultation and assistance in various aspects of operation and management. Operations assistance and ongoing training as deemed necessary. Super Star Swim Method Training for instructors ($350 per trainee, recertification every two years). Required attendance at franchise meetings/conventions (estimated $500 per attendee). |
Territory Rights (Item 12)
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Territory Type | Exclusive |
| Exclusive Territory | Yes |
| Description | Under the Franchise Agreement, you will receive a Territory. The franchisor and its affiliates will not establish a franchised business or authorize any other person or entity to establish a franchised business within the Territory so long as you are in good standing. The Territory is determined based on market and economic factors like population density, demographics, market penetration, site availability, and growth trends. For multi-unit development, a Development Area is granted, within which the franchisor will not operate or license other franchised businesses. However, the franchisor reserves rights to compete outside the territory, sell branded products through other channels (including the Internet), and acquire/operate similar businesses under different trademarks. |
Renewal, Termination & Transfer (Item 17)
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Initial Term | 10 years |
| Renewal Term | 10 years |
| Renewal Fee | $10,000 |
| Renewal Conditions | Timely request (6-9 months before term end), payment of renewal fee, substantial compliance with agreements and System standards, remodel/upgrade Franchised Business to current specifications, and sign then-current franchise agreement and releases. |
| Transfer Fee | $10,000 |
| Transfer Conditions | Franchisor consent required. Transferee must meet qualifications (good moral character, no interest in competitive business, financial resources, aptitude), complete training, and sign current franchise agreement/guaranty. Transferor must pay all amounts owed, submit reports, not be in breach, and sign a general release. Non-compete for transferor for 2 years. |
| Termination for Cause | Material misrepresentation/omission, gross negligence, understating Gross Revenue, failure to secure/open Dedicated Location within specified timeframes, abandonment, unauthorized transfer, felony conviction, dishonest/unethical/immoral conduct affecting Marks, misappropriation of Confidential Information, violation of Section 13, material Law violation not corrected, failure to report Gross Revenue or pay amounts due, underreporting Gross Revenue by 3% (3 occasions) or 5% (any period), failure to maintain insurance, failure to pay taxes, multiple agreement violations, failure to pay suppliers, assignment for benefit of creditors, insolvency/bankruptcy, asset seizure, loss of premises, violation of Anti-Terrorism Laws, or failure to comply with any other obligation not corrected within 30 days. |
| Non-Compete Period | 2 years |
| Non-Compete Details | During the initial term, franchisee, owners, and immediate family may not have direct/indirect interest in, or perform services for, a Competitive Business anywhere. After termination/expiration/transfer, for 2 years, restricted persons may not be involved with a Competitive Business at the Franchised Business' location or within 10 miles of another FINTASTIC Swim Academy. |
Operations & Supply (Items 8 & 15)
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Owner-Operator Required | No |
| Participation Details | Franchisor prefers a "hands-on" approach. The Franchised Business must be directly supervised and managed by a person who has completed the training program (General Manager). If the owner is not the full-time operator, a General Manager must be engaged and complete training. All owners and managers must complete initial training. The General Manager must have sufficient decision-making authority and communicate directly with the franchisor on academy-related matters. Franchised Business must always have at least one fully-trained manager on staff. |
| Required Suppliers | Franchisor or its affiliate is the only approved supplier for merchandise, goods, and equipment bearing proprietary Marks (including Initial Inventory and Equipment Package items) and membership services and call center services (Kickboard 360, LLC). Approved suppliers also exist for furniture, fixtures, equipment, credit card processing, POS hardware/software, signage, décor, branded items, and marketing materials. |
| Supply Restrictions | Franchisees must operate in strict conformance with franchisor's methods, standards, and specifications. Only approved services and products may be offered/sold. Purchases of items/services must be from approved or designated suppliers, which may include the franchisor or its affiliates. Franchisor reserves the right to sell items at a markup and may receive rebates/payments from approved suppliers. |
| Franchisor Revenue from Suppliers | As of December 31, 2024, no revenue was derived from franchisees' required purchases. Franchisor does not currently receive rebates from approved suppliers but reserves the right to do so in the future. Franchisor may profit from franchisee purchases from approved suppliers. |
Financing (Item 10)
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Financing Available | No |
| Description | Neither the franchisor nor any of its agents or affiliates offer any direct or indirect financing to you or guarantee any note, lease, or obligation for you. |
Fintastic Swim Academy Franchise Earnings — Item 19
Average Revenue
$494K
Sample Size
1 units
Past financial performance does not guarantee future results. Individual results will vary.
Fintastic Swim Academy Litigation & Risk Flags
Clean Litigation RecordFintastic Swim Academy 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.
Fintastic Swim Academy System Growth
Total Units
1
Franchised
1
Company-Owned
0
Fintastic Swim Academy currently operates 1 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2022 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 2023 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 2024 | 1 | 0 | 1 |
Transfers: 0 | Closures: 0
Public Figures (Item 18)
The following public figures are associated with this franchise: Nimrod Shapira Bar-Or
State Registrations
Registered in 14 states: CA, HI, IL, IN, MD, MI, MN, NY, ND, RI, SD, VA, WA, WI
Franchisor Financials (Item 21)
Revenue
$14K
Net Income
$-5,016
Total Assets
$100
Audited by David P. Chaney, CPA, P.C. for year ending December 31.
Fintastic Swim Academy Franchise — FAQ
The total investment to open a Fintastic Swim Academy franchise ranges from $627,225 to $2,479,250, per their Franchise Disclosure Document. This includes the initial franchise fee of $50,000. The investment covers build-out, inventory, equipment, signage, working capital, and other startup costs.
Fintastic Swim Academy charges a royalty fee of 5% of Gross Revenue of gross sales, plus a Not currently assessed for Brand Fund Contribution (up to 2% of Gross Revenue if established); 2% of Gross Revenue for Local Advertising Requirement (minimum 1%) contribution to the marketing/advertising fund. These fees are paid on an ongoing basis.
You can download the Fintastic Swim Academy 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 Fintastic Swim Academy to ensure you have the most up-to-date version.
According to the Item 19 financial performance representation in their FDD, Fintastic Swim Academy franchise owners report average revenue of $494K. This is based on a sample of 1 units. Past performance does not guarantee future results.
Fintastic Swim Academy has been franchising since 2025. The FDD shows an investment range of $627,225-$2,479,250, a 5% 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 $50,000 and the total investment ranges from $627,225 to $2,479,250 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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