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What it Takes to Open a Big Blue Swim School
Take a closer look at the requirements to develop a Big Blue Swim School in your community.
What to Expect as a Big Blue Franchisee
Big Blue Swim School locations are designed to support structured swim instruction at scale, in welcoming environments for both children and their caretakers. Your investment goes toward building a complete, purpose-built environment that includes:
A dedicated swim facility
Designed specifically for teaching, visibility, and safety
Specialized pool construction and equipment
Built for consistent, high-volume lesson delivery
A membership-based operating model
That supports recurring revenue and predictable demand
Technology systems
That power scheduling, curriculum tracking, and day-to-day operations
A full pre-opening ramp
Including hiring, training, and local marketing
Check out a full investment breakdown below:
| Expenditure | Amount |
|---|---|
| Initial Franchise Fee | $50,000 |
| Real Estate & Site Investigation | $1,500 – $7,500 |
| Rent (Deposits / Initial Rent) | $0 – $42,500 |
| Professional Fees | $5,000 – $20,000 |
| Insurance (3 Months) | $1,500 – $3,000 |
| Market Introduction Program (Marketing Launch) | $85,000 |
| Pre-Opening Labor | $75,000 – $95,000 |
| Management Training Expenses | $35,000 – $90,000 |
| Additional Funds (3 Months) | $55,000 – $145,000 |
| Architect & Engineering Fee | $75,000 – $105,000 |
| Utility Upgrades & Tap Fees | $0 – $100,000 |
| Business Licenses & Permits | $30,000 – $70,000 |
| Leasehold Improvements (Construction) | $1,520,000 – $2,610,000 |
| Pool Equipment | $65,000 – $105,500 |
| Lighting | $10,000 – $18,000 |
| HVAC | $100,000 – $140,000 |
| Project Management Fees | $0 – $75,000 |
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