About Twinkle Star Dance Franchise
Twinkle Star Dance is a children's dance studio franchise that offers dance lessons in tap, ballet, jazz, hip-hop, and lyrical styles to children ages 2 to teens.
Franchisees operate a brick-and-mortar dance studio typically ranging from 800 to 1,200 square feet in a commercial retail location, managing daily class schedules, hiring and training dance instructors, enrolling students, coordinating recitals, and building relationships with families in their community.
Each studio includes comfortable lobby seating for parents to watch their children's progress, and studios operate year-round to maintain continuity of instruction and student retention.
Twinkle Star Dance Franchise Cost & Fees
Minimum Investment
$102K
Average Investment
$151K
Maximum Investment
$200K
| Fee Type | Amount | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Initial Franchise Fee | $15,000 | One-time payment upon signing |
| Royalty Fee | 5% of Gross Revenues of gross sales | Ongoing; paid monthly |
| Marketing/Ad Fund | 2% of total monthly Gross Revenues (currently collecting 1%) | National brand fund |
| Total Investment Range | $101,635 – $200,335 | Includes build-out, inventory, working capital |
The investment range of $102K–$200K reflects variability in build-out costs, store size, lease terms, and market. The combined royalty (5% of Gross Revenues) and marketing fee (2% of total monthly Gross Revenues (currently collecting 1%)) are ongoing costs paid as a percentage of gross sales.
Investment Breakdown (Item 7)
| Item | Low | High |
|---|---|---|
| Initial Franchise Fee | $5,000 | $15,000 |
| Initial Training Fee | $15,000 | $15,000 |
| Travel and Living Expenses During Training | $0 | $0 |
| Rent (3 months) | $4,950 | $16,000 |
| Lease, Utility & Security Deposits | $3,000 | $6,000 |
| Leasehold Improvements | $16,500 | $22,500 |
| Permitting | $1,000 | $2,000 |
| Computer and Office Furniture | $2,000 | $3,100 |
| Equipment, Furniture, Signage, Decor | $14,000 | $21,000 |
| Uniforms | $250 | $250 |
| Insurance | $1,350 | $1,350 |
| Technology Fee | $3,000 | $3,000 |
| Grand Opening Promotion | $1,500 | $2,000 |
| Professional Fees | $2,000 | $5,000 |
| Miscellaneous Opening Costs | $2,000 | $4,500 |
| Marketing Set Up Fee and First Three Months | $5,085 | $5,085 |
| Additional Funds During Initial Three Month Period | $25,000 | $50,000 |
Additional Fees (Item 6)
| Fee Type | Amount |
|---|---|
| Transfer Fee | 25% of Initial Franchise Fee being charged new franchisees at time of transfer |
| Renewal Fee | 10% of Initial Franchise Fee being charged new franchisees at time of renewal |
| Technology Fee | $1,500 initial setup and $500 per month |
| Audit Fee | Will vary under the circumstance |
| Local Advertising | Greater of $400 or 2% of total gross revenues per month |
| Advertising Cooperative Fee | Up to 2% of Total Gross Revenue |
| Additional Franchise Management Training | $1,500 per person |
| Marketing Set-Up Fee | $1,500 setup and $500/month plus $695/month for Virtual Assistant |
| Late Fee for Late Payments | $100 |
| Inspection and Testing of New Products or Suppliers | $500 |
| Relocation Assistance | $1,500 or reimburse costs, whichever is lower |
| Uniforms | $250 |
| Insurance | Premiums and costs if obtained on your behalf |
Training Program (Item 11)
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Total Duration | 1 week (40 hours classroom, 24 hours on-the-job) |
| Classroom Training | 40 hours |
| On-the-Job Training | 24 hours |
| Training Location | Virtual (classroom); On-site at franchisee's market (on-the-job) |
| Additional Training | No required additional training or refresher programs presently. May hold annual conventions. |
Territory Rights (Item 12)
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Territory Type | Exclusive |
| Exclusive Territory | Yes |
| Territory Size | Typically at least 5 miles radius from studio location |
| Description | An Exclusive Territory that will typically be a portion of a city, an area within specific geographic or highway boundaries, or a group of zip codes, depending on population and demographics. Franchisor will not establish franchise units nor open company units providing competing services within the Exclusive Territory under the Twinkle Star Dance trademark during the term of the agreement. Territory size differs depending on local demographics and density of competing establishments. |
Renewal, Termination & Transfer (Item 17)
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Initial Term | 10 years |
| Renewal Term | 10 years |
| Renewal Fee | 10% of Initial Franchise Fee being charged new franchisees at time of renewal |
| Renewal Conditions | Must be in substantial compliance with Franchise Agreement throughout Initial Term and at time of renewal. Must sign new agreement and pay renewal fee. Must remodel or refurbish Studio to then-current standard. Must sign a General Release. |
| Transfer Fee | 25% of Initial Franchise Fee being charged new franchisees at time of transfer |
| Transfer Conditions | New franchisee qualifies, transfer fee paid, purchase agreement approved, training arranged, release signed, all fees owed paid, current agreement signed by new franchisee. |
| Termination for Cause | We can terminate only if you default. Curable defaults include: failure to open within 180 days, non-payment of fees, non-reporting, failure to meet standards, non-compliance with local law, poor business practices. Non-curable defaults include: conviction of felony, repeated defaults, abandonment, trademark misuse, unapproved transfers, bankruptcy, insolvency, or false statements. |
| Non-Compete Period | 2 years |
| Non-Compete Details | You may not own nor manage a competing business for 2 years within 50 miles of your Exclusive Territory nor the Exclusive Territory of any existing franchisee at the time of termination or expiration. During the term, no involvement in competing business anywhere in the U.S., Canada, or Mexico. |
Operations & Supply (Items 8 & 15)
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Owner-Operator Required | Yes |
| Participation Details | Must devote full-time best efforts to managing and operating the franchise. If an individual, must serve as Studio Manager. If an entity, one principal owner must serve as Studio Manager. Studio Manager must be present at Studio at least 32 hours per week. |
| Required Suppliers | Must purchase proprietary products (lesson plans, teaching methods, costumes, recital preparation, choreography) exclusively from franchisor or designated suppliers. Must purchase equipment, fixtures, furniture, decor items, signs, computer hardware and software, supplies, advertising, sales and marketing materials from franchisor-approved suppliers. |
| Supply Restrictions | Approximately 2% of total purchases to establish and 2% of total purchases to operate must come from approved suppliers. Franchisor and affiliates are currently the only approved suppliers for marketing brochures and materials. |
| Franchisor Revenue from Suppliers | Neither franchisor nor affiliates derived revenue from sales of Proprietary Products to franchisees during last fiscal year, but may receive revenues in the future |
Financing (Item 10)
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Financing Available | No |
| Description | We do not offer direct nor indirect financing of any purchases, nor do we guarantee your note, lease or any obligation. |
Twinkle Star Dance Franchise Earnings — Item 19
Revenue Range
$91K – $754K
Sample Size
7 units
Past financial performance does not guarantee future results. Individual results will vary.
Twinkle Star Dance Litigation & Risk Flags
Clean Litigation RecordTwinkle Star Dance 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.
Twinkle Star Dance System Growth
Total Units
7
Franchised
3
Company-Owned
4
Twinkle Star Dance currently operates 3 franchised locations and 4 company-owned units. Unit count data is sourced from Item 20 of the FDD.
Unit History (Item 20)
| Year | Opened | Closed | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2020 | 0 | 1 | 6 |
| 2021 | 2 | 1 | 7 |
| 2022 | 1 | 1 | 7 |
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
$80K
Net Income
$34K
Total Assets
$31K
Audited by Reese CPA LLC for year ending December 31.
Twinkle Star Dance Franchise — FAQ
The total investment to open a Twinkle Star Dance franchise ranges from $101,635 to $200,335, per their Franchise Disclosure Document. This includes the initial franchise fee of $15,000. The investment covers build-out, inventory, equipment, signage, working capital, and other startup costs.
Twinkle Star Dance charges a royalty fee of 5% of Gross Revenues of gross sales, plus a 2% of total monthly Gross Revenues (currently collecting 1%) contribution to the marketing/advertising fund. These fees are paid on an ongoing basis.
You can download the Twinkle Star Dance 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 Twinkle Star Dance to ensure you have the most up-to-date version.
According to the Item 19 financial performance representation in their FDD, Twinkle Star Dance franchise owners report . This is based on a sample of 7 units. Past performance does not guarantee future results.
Twinkle Star Dance has been franchising since 2021. The FDD shows an investment range of $101,635-$200,335, a 5% of Gross Revenues 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 $15,000 and the total investment ranges from $101,635 to $200,335 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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