About Flour Power Kids Cooking Studios Franchise
Flour Power Kids Cooking Studios is an educational franchise that teaches children how to cook through hands on classes, camps, birthday parties, and special events.
The brand has been franchising since 2015 and combines culinary instruction with lessons in nutrition, math, science, and teamwork in a fun, kid friendly studio environment.
The franchise fee is $44,895.
Flour Power Kids Cooking Studios Franchise Cost & Fees
Minimum Investment
$196K
Average Investment
$297K
Maximum Investment
$399K
| Fee Type | Amount | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Initial Franchise Fee | $44,895 | One-time payment upon signing |
| Royalty Fee | 7% of Net Sales of gross sales | Ongoing; paid monthly |
| Marketing/Ad Fund | Up to 2% of Net Sales each month, currently the greater of 0.75% of monthly Net Sales or $199 per month | National brand fund |
| Total Investment Range | $195,995 – $398,595 | Includes build-out, inventory, working capital |
The investment range of $196K–$399K reflects variability in build-out costs, store size, lease terms, and market. The combined royalty (7% of Net Sales) and marketing fee (Up to 2% of Net Sales each month, currently the greater of 0.75% of monthly Net Sales or $199 per month) are ongoing costs paid as a percentage of gross sales.
Investment Breakdown (Item 7)
| Item | Low | High |
|---|---|---|
| Franchise Fee | $44,895 | $44,895 |
| Site Selection Consulting | $0 | $2,000 |
| Site Evaluation Fees and Costs | $0 | $5,000 |
| Architectural Plans | $5,000 | $11,000 |
| Permits | $1,000 | $5,000 |
| Leasehold Improvements | $80,000 | $225,000 |
| Furniture, Fixtures, Equipment, and Signage | $20,000 | $45,000 |
| Lease Deposits | $3,500 | $6,800 |
| Computer | $1,000 | $1,000 |
| ServSafe and CPR Training | $600 | $1,000 |
| Opening Inventory and Services | $3,500 | $5,000 |
| Insurance | $3,600 | $7,000 |
| Studio Opening Promotion Funds | $2,000 | $2,000 |
| Studio Opening Local Promotion Funds | $900 | $900 |
| Professional Fees | $0 | $10,000 |
| Closing and Finance Costs | $0 | $10,000 |
| Additional Funds – 3 Months | $30,000 | $50,000 |
Additional Fees (Item 6)
| Fee Type | Amount |
|---|---|
| Transfer Fee | The greater of (a) $5,000, (b) 5% of any amount you are receiving from the buyer, or (c) such greater amount as is necessary to reimburse Flour Power for its reasonable costs and expenses associated with reviewing the application for Transfer |
| Renewal Fee | $5,000 |
| Technology Fee | $249 per month |
| Audit Fee | Cost of audit plus the lesser of 15% simple interest or maximum rate allowed by law |
| Additional Training | $150/hour plus costs of travel, lodging, meals, and wages for our representatives, you or your employees |
| Site Selection Consulting | $2,000 - $5,000 plus reasonable costs and expenses |
| Site Evaluation Fees and Costs | $1,000 - $2,000 for each evaluation plus all reasonable expenses (e.g. travel, lodging, meals, and wages) |
| Insurance | Premiums vary depending on location |
| Management Fee | 5% of Net Sales |
| Indemnification | Will vary under circumstances |
| Interest | 15% or maximum rate allowed by law, whichever is less |
| Insufficient Funds Fee | $35 per occurrence |
| Cost of inspection/correcting deficiencies | Actual costs of inspection and correcting deficiencies |
| Legal | Actual legal fees and expenses |
| Termination | Liquidated damages equal to the present value of your Royalty for the number of months remaining in the term of the Franchise Agreement |
Training Program (Item 11)
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Total Duration | Up to 40 hours classroom, Up to 31 hours on-the-job |
| Classroom Training | Up to 40 |
| On-the-Job Training | Up to 31 |
| Training Location | Virtually and/or Flour Power location in Raleigh |
| Additional Training | Flour Power may offer or require additional training programs and seminars, which may be mandatory. The cost for additional training is $150 per hour, and seminars cost $300 per day, plus franchisee's travel, lodging, meals, and wages. |
Territory Rights (Item 12)
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Territory Type | Exclusive |
| Exclusive Territory | Yes |
| Territory Size | 4-mile radius |
| Description | Franchisees are assigned an exclusive territory, a 4-mile radius around the Accepted Location, which must be within a larger Temporary Zone. Flour Power will not establish or authorize another Flour Power Studio within this Assigned Area during the Franchise Agreement term. However, Flour Power retains rights to operate or license studios outside the Assigned Area, advertise within it, and offer similar/dissimilar products/services through alternative channels (e.g., internet, in-home services) both inside and outside the Assigned Area. |
Renewal, Termination & Transfer (Item 17)
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Initial Term | 10 years |
| Renewal Term | up to two additional 5-year terms |
| Renewal Fee | $5,000 |
| Renewal Conditions | To renew, the franchisee must give 6-12 months' notice, not be in default, satisfy all monetary obligations, provide evidence of right to possession of the location, execute a general release (unless prohibited by law), comply with current qualifications and training, and execute Flour Power’s then-current franchise agreement, which may have materially different terms (including higher royalties and advertising contributions). The franchisee must also repair or replace equipment and modernize the Studio to current specifications, with total costs not exceeding $40,000 over a five-year period. |
| Transfer Fee | The greater of (a) $5,000, (b) 5% of any amount received from the buyer, or (c) such greater amount as is necessary to reimburse Flour Power for its reasonable costs and expenses associated with reviewing the application for Transfer |
| Transfer Conditions | Transfer requires Flour Power's prior written approval (not unreasonably withheld for non-controlling interests). Conditions include: all monetary obligations satisfied, no defaults, lessor consent to lease transfer, execution of a general release (unless prohibited by law), transferee assumes obligations, transferee meets franchisor's criteria (educational, managerial, character, financial), transferee not involved in a Competitive Business, purchase price terms not adversely affecting Studio operation, subordination of franchisee financing to franchisor, transferee executes new franchise agreement (without initial fee, but potentially higher royalties/ad fees), transferee renovates Studio, and transferee completes initial training. |
| Termination for Cause | Flour Power can terminate for cause, including curable defaults (e.g., nonpayment of monetary obligations within 7 days, violations of standards within 30 days, failure to maintain insurance within 10 days, repeated breaches) and non-curable defaults (e.g., bankruptcy, material misrepresentation, abandonment of site, failure to open within 10 months, breach of confidentiality/non-compete, dishonest conduct, refusal to permit inspection, violation of anti-terrorism law). |
| Non-Compete Period | 2 years |
| Non-Compete Details | During the term of the franchise, the franchisee and Owner/Operator cannot have an ownership interest in, perform services for, or lend money to a Competitive Business. After termination or expiration, for two years, they cannot have a direct or indirect interest in or perform services for a competing business at the Studio site, within the Assigned Area, within a 30-mile radius of the Studio, or within 5 miles of any other Flour Power Studio. |
Operations & Supply (Items 8 & 15)
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Owner-Operator Required | Yes |
| Participation Details | The franchisee must designate an Owner/Operator who holds at least a 20% equity interest, works full-time (at least 40 hours per week) in the Studio, and manages day-to-day business affairs. The Owner/Operator must complete initial training and serve as the sole point of contact for franchise matters. Additionally, at least one manager must be appointed, certified by Flour Power, and present at the Studio when customers are present. All personnel must meet Flour Power's standards and training requirements, including CPR and ServSafe® certification for Owner/Operator and managers. |
| Required Suppliers | Franchisees must purchase food and ingredient items, paper stocks, other supplies, the current-approved Oscar software system, and all equipment from approved suppliers or according to franchisor specifications. Flour Power has developed lists of approved suppliers for these items and related hardware/software. |
| Supply Restrictions | Flour Power may limit the number of approved distributors or suppliers, designate exclusive sources, and refuse requests for alternative suppliers. Franchisees are prohibited from contracting with alternative computer hardware and software suppliers. |
| Franchisor Revenue from Suppliers | Flour Power and its affiliates may mark up and profit on the sale of goods or services to franchisees and/or receive payments, rebates, or other material consideration from suppliers. However, in 2021, neither Flour Power nor any affiliate derived revenue from selling items to franchise owners, and no officer owns an interest in approved suppliers. |
Financing (Item 10)
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Financing Available | No |
| Description | Flour Power does not offer direct or indirect financing, nor does it guarantee any franchisee's note, lease, or other obligations. |
Flour Power Kids Cooking Studios Franchise Earnings — Item 19
Flour Power Kids Cooking Studios 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.
Flour Power Kids Cooking Studios 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.
Flour Power Kids Cooking Studios Litigation & Risk Flags
Clean Litigation RecordFlour Power Kids Cooking Studios 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.
Flour Power Kids Cooking Studios System Growth
Total Units
15
Franchised
15
Company-Owned
0
Flour Power Kids Cooking Studios currently operates 15 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 | 4 | 0 | 10 |
| 2020 | 3 | 0 | 13 |
| 2021 | 2 | 0 | 15 |
Transfers: 0 | Closures: 0
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
$312K
Net Income
$27K
Total Assets
$502K
Audited by Leslie Merritt, CPA, PC for year ending December 31.
Flour Power Kids Cooking Studios Franchise — FAQ
The total investment to open a Flour Power Kids Cooking Studios franchise ranges from $195,995 to $398,595, per their Franchise Disclosure Document. This includes the initial franchise fee of $44,895. The investment covers build-out, inventory, equipment, signage, working capital, and other startup costs.
Flour Power Kids Cooking Studios charges a royalty fee of 7% of Net Sales of gross sales, plus a Up to 2% of Net Sales each month, currently the greater of 0.75% of monthly Net Sales or $199 per month contribution to the marketing/advertising fund. These fees are paid on an ongoing basis.
You can download the Flour Power Kids Cooking Studios 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 Flour Power Kids Cooking Studios to ensure you have the most up-to-date version.
Flour Power Kids Cooking Studios 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.
Flour Power Kids Cooking Studios has been franchising since 2015. The FDD shows an investment range of $195,995-$398,595, a 7% of Net Sales royalty, and no 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 $44,895 and the total investment ranges from $195,995 to $398,595 depending on location size and market. A minimum of $74,895 in liquid capital is required. Contact the franchisor directly for current net worth and liquid capital requirements, territory availability, and application details.
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