About YCA Franchise
Young Chefs Academy is a children's cooking school franchise that teaches kids valuable culinary and life skills through fun, interactive classes.
Founded in 2005, the brand operates dedicated kitchen studios where children learn to cook, bake, and explore food through age appropriate instruction in a safe, encouraging environment.
The concept appeals to parents seeking enriching extracurricular activities that combine education, creativity, and practical skill development.
YCA Franchise Cost & Fees
| Fee Type | Amount | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Initial Franchise Fee | $50,000 | One-time payment upon signing |
| Royalty Fee | N/A | Ongoing; paid monthly |
| Marketing/Ad Fund | 3% of Gross Sales | National brand fund |
| Total Investment Range | $247,301 – $397,436 | Includes build-out, inventory, working capital |
The investment range of $247K–$397K reflects variability in build-out costs, store size, lease terms, and market.
Investment Breakdown (Item 7)
| Item | Low | High |
|---|---|---|
| is to Be Amount Amount Made When you Initial Franchise sign Fee | $50,000 | $50,000 |
| Agreement When you sign the Opening Support | $3,000 | $3,000 |
| See | $2,500 | $4,000 |
| per | $2,000 | $3,000 |
| rd parties Real Estate Improvements | $96,645 | $152,080 |
| Millwork, furniture, fixtures, As equipment, and | $35,256 | $54,456 |
| Architecture and As Engineering | $4,000 | $10,000 |
| Project As management | $0 | $19,000 |
| Office Equipment As | $2,900 | $2,900 |
| See Note | $2,000 | $4,000 |
| is to Be Amount Amount Made Grand Opening Marketing and | $3,000 | $8,000 |
| Deposits, business licenses, permits, | $3,000 | $5,000 |
| Professional fees As | $10,000 | $15,000 |
| is to Be Amount Amount Made First Franchise | $247,301 | $397,436 |
| additional | $45,000 | $85,000 |
| Business planning Vendors and miscellaneous | $0 | $1,000 |
| If you do use a project manager, we estimate that you spend between | $10,000 | $19,000 |
Additional Fees (Item 6)
| Fee Type | Amount |
|---|---|
| Renewal Fee | $5,000 |
Financing (Item 10)
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Financing Available | No |
| Description | No specific financing arrangements disclosed. |
YCA Franchise Earnings — Item 19
Past financial performance does not guarantee future results. Individual results will vary.
YCA Litigation & Risk Flags
Litigation and bankruptcy data is sourced from Items 3 and 4 of the FDD. Always verify current status directly from the most recent FDD.
YCA System Growth
YCA currently operates 24 franchised locations and 2 company-owned units. Unit count data is sourced from Item 20 of the FDD.
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