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The nation\u2019s fastest-growing swim school has already signed agreements for more than 225 locations in 25 states, targeting further expansion across the U.S.<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Big Blue Swim School<\/u><\/a>, one of the fastest-growing franchises in the $3 billion swim school industry, has a goal to open 400 total locations, which would address one-third of the 48 million children 12 and under in the U.S. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Now it\u2019s looking to expand into other key markets across the U.S.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u201cBig Blue offers something that every community is missing,\u201d said Dennis Campbell, Big Blue\u2019s vice president of franchise development. \u201cThere is a lack of a formal swim lesson model, and the demand far outweighs the supply, which makes for a great opportunity for our franchise partners.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Big Blue offers swim lessons from children aged three months to 12 years old. Market density is the primary factor in determining which markets Big Blue targets for expansion. The brand\u2019s ideal market has a large concentration of families in need of Big Blue\u2019s services.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

But as Scott Sanders, chief executive officer of Big Blue Swim School, explains, with drowning still being the No. 1 cause of death<\/u><\/a> for kids ages one to four, it\u2019s about much more than just a business opportunity and maximizing ROI. It\u2019s about providing access to water safety instruction to as many kids as possible.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u201cIn the learn-to-swim market, there’s just not enough water for formal swim lessons in the U.S. right now,\u201d Sanders said. \u201cMany existing pools have long waitlists, so we’ve got to get more pools in the ground in all markets. Many of our primary markets are sold out, but there are still a few with territory available. And we still have a wide range of units available in most smaller secondary markets.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Some of the key markets Big Blue is currently targeting for expansion include:<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Kansas City, Missouri<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Kansas City is the 31st-largest<\/u><\/a> metropolitan area in the U.S. with 13% of its population 9 and younger. Big Blue has opportunities available in Lee\u2019s Summit, Olathe, and Tiffany Springs.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Portland, Oregon<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Portland is the 25th-largest<\/u><\/a> metropolitan area in the U.S. with a 12% population of kids 9 and younger. Big Blue has opportunities available in Clackamas, Gresham, Hazel Dell, Tanasbourne, and Vancouver, as well as in nearby Kaizer.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Denver, Colorado<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Denver is the 19th-largest<\/u><\/a> metropolitan area in the U.S. also with a 12% population of kids 9 and younger. Big Blue already has five locations sold in the Denver area, with opportunities still available in Arvada, Lakewood, Littleton, and Stapleton, as well as locations in nearby Fort Collins and Colorado Springs.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Seattle, Washington<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Seattle is the 15th-largest<\/u><\/a> metropolitan area in the U.S. and 12% of its population is 9 years old and younger. Big Blue currently has five locations sold in the Seattle market, with opportunities for eight other locations still available in Ballard, Lynnwood, Northeast Seattle and Shoreline, as well as the outlying areas of Federal Way, Kent, Puyallup, and Renton\u2013Benson.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Dallas, Texas<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Dallas is the fourth-largest<\/u><\/a> metropolitan area in the U.S. behind New York, Los Angeles and Chicago, and nearly 15% of its population is 9 and younger. Big Blue currently has six locations sold in the Dallas area, with opportunities still available in Grand Prairie, Hurst, Lewisville, Mansfield, Southlake, Watauga, and Wylie.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Big Blue also continues to expand in California. With the San Diego market already sold out, the brand still has nearly 40 territories available across San Francisco, San Jose, Sacramento, and Los Angeles. There are also opportunities available in other cities around the U.S., including San Antonio, Virginia Beach, Richmond, Oklahoma City, and across Ohio, among several other markets.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Multi-unit franchise opportunities are available for qualified candidates looking for their next big opportunity, and veterans can receive a 10 percent discount on the $80,000 franchise fee. The total investment necessary to begin operation of a new Big Blue is $2,475,200 to $3,966,700 (refer to item 7 in FDD). To learn more or inquire about Big Blue, visit<\/em>https:\/\/www.bigblueswimschool.com\/franchising\/.<\/u><\/em><\/a><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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