About Monkey Joe's Franchise
Monkey Joe's is a family entertainment franchise featuring large inflatable play structures, slides, obstacle courses, and interactive games for children.
The brand has been franchising since 2005, creating safe, energetic indoor play environments where kids can jump, bounce, and play while parents relax in comfortable viewing areas.
Each location also hosts birthday parties and group events, making it a popular destination for families.
Monkey Joe's Franchise Cost & Fees
Minimum Investment
$681K
Average Investment
$961K
Maximum Investment
$1.2M
| Fee Type | Amount | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Initial Franchise Fee | $40,000 | One-time payment upon signing |
| Royalty Fee | 5% of Gross Sales of gross sales | Ongoing; paid monthly |
| Marketing/Ad Fund | 2% of Gross Sales | National brand fund |
| Total Investment Range | $681,000 – $1,240,500 | Includes build-out, inventory, working capital |
The investment range of $681K–$1.2M reflects variability in build-out costs, store size, lease terms, and market. The combined royalty (5% of Gross Sales) and marketing fee (2% of Gross Sales) are ongoing costs paid as a percentage of gross sales.
Investment Breakdown (Item 7)
| Item | Low | High |
|---|---|---|
| Initial Franchise Fee is paid upfront as the Development Fee (See Note 1) | $40,000 | $40,000 |
| Rent (See Note 2) | $40,000 | $50,000 |
| Security Deposit (See Note 3) | $6,000 | $15,000 |
| Real Estate and Improvements (See Note 4) | $300,000 | $600,000 |
| Travel and Living Expenses while Training (See Note 5) | $5,000 | $9,500 |
| Furnishings, Fixtures, Equipment and Decorating (See Note 6) | $185,000 | $450,000 |
| Signage (See Note 7) | $10,000 | $15,000 |
| Opening Inventory | $5,000 | $14,000 |
| Technology Systems (See Note 8) | $20,000 | $30,000 |
| Grand Opening (See Note 9) | $15,000 | $18,000 |
| Professional Fees | $25,000 | $40,000 |
| Insurance (See Note 10) | $10,000 | $24,000 |
| Miscellaneous Opening Costs (See Note 11) | $5,000 | $10,000 |
| Additional Funds – 3 months (See Note 12) | $15,000 | $30,000 |
Additional Fees (Item 6)
| Fee Type | Amount |
|---|---|
| Transfer Fee | One-half the amount of the then-current initial franchise fee |
| Renewal Fee | The amount of the then-current initial franchise fee |
| Technology Fee | $290 per month (POS system) |
| Audit Fee | Our actual costs, ranging from $2,500 to $3,500 |
| Local Advertising | A minimum of 2% of Gross Sales |
| Advertising Deficiency | Amount of Local Advertising Deficiency |
| Interest and Late Payment Fees | Up to the highest rate permitted by law but no more than 18% per annum plus $100 per occurrence |
| Insufficient Funds Fee | $100 per occurrence |
| Late Report Fee | $100 per occurrence |
| Additional On-Site Training due to Failure to Maintain Standards | $300 per day plus reimbursement of our trainers’ expenses |
| Counseling and Advisory Services | Will vary under the circumstances (approximately $300 per day for unusual, extensive, or extraordinary assistance) |
| Additional On-Site Training and Assistance | Will vary under the circumstances (e.g. $300 per day) for additional training you request plus reimbursement of our trainers’ travel and living expenses and other related expenses |
| Indemnification | Will vary under the circumstances |
| Insurance Premiums | Will vary under the circumstances |
| Conferences | Reasonable fee under the circumstances, if any; currently set at no more than $500 per person |
| Costs and Attorneys’ Fees | Will vary under the circumstances |
| Fines for Non-Compliance | Between $100 and $1,000 per violation per day |
| Product/Supplier Approval Costs | Cost of testing not to exceed $500 |
| Management Fee | 10% of Gross Sales plus our reasonable costs and expenses |
| Reimbursement of Costs and Expenses regarding Modification of Franchise Agreement | Costs and attorneys’ fees |
| Liquidated Damages | Will vary under the circumstances |
| Maintenance, Service, and Support Contract Fees | To be determined |
| Security System Annual Support | $850 |
Training Program (Item 11)
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Total Duration | approximately one week |
| Classroom Training | 28.5 hours |
| On-the-Job Training | 32 hours |
| Training Location | Newnan, Georgia, or at another training facility that we will designate |
| Additional Training | Franchisee and its Managers and employees shall attend and conduct such additional training programs as Franchisor may from time to time reasonably require relating to the operation of the Facility and the Monkey Joe’s System. Franchisee also may be required to purchase training films or other instructional materials as specified by Franchisor from time to time in the Operations Manual or otherwise. |
Territory Rights (Item 12)
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Territory Type | Protected |
| Exclusive Territory | Yes |
| Territory Size | approximately 5 miles around the Facility |
| Description | Under the Franchise Agreement, a protected territory is granted, which will be negotiated and specifically described in the Franchise Agreement. The franchisor will not operate or permit others to operate a Monkey Joe’s Facility within this Franchise Territory. The typical Franchise Territory generally extends for approximately 5 miles around the Facility, determined by factors like population, median household income, traffic flow, presence of businesses, competitors, demographics, and other market conditions. However, the Development Agreement does not grant an exclusive territory, and the franchisor retains rights to establish other businesses or distribution channels, including those under other marks or through e-commerce, even within the Franchise Territory, without compensation to the franchisee. |
Renewal, Termination & Transfer (Item 17)
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Initial Term | 10 years |
| Renewal Term | one additional consecutive 10 year term |
| Renewal Fee | The amount of the then-current initial franchise fee |
| Renewal Conditions | To renew, the franchisee must provide written notice, not be in default, sign the then-current Franchise Agreement, pay a renewal fee, refurbish the Facility if required, complete any required retraining, sign a general release, and maintain ownership or leasehold interest in the Facility location or secure a suitable alternative. |
| Transfer Fee | One-half the amount of the then-current initial franchise fee |
| Transfer Conditions | Franchisor approval is contingent upon the transferee qualifying (satisfactory credit, good moral character, business qualifications), assuming all obligations, entering new agreements, satisfactory terms of transfer, all monetary obligations paid in full, franchisee not in default, franchisee and owners executing a general release, transfer fee paid, franchisor declining right of first refusal, and Marks not being used in prohibited advertising. The proposed transferee or assignee may also be required to refurbish the Facility. |
| Termination for Cause | The franchisor may immediately terminate the agreement without a cure period for reasons including: bankruptcy/insolvency, cessation of operations, general assignment for creditors, failure to pay amounts due (within 10 days of notice), failure to pay creditors/taxes (within 10 days of notice), failure to commence operation within 14 months, conviction of a felony or crime involving moral turpitude, operating as a health/safety hazard, material misrepresentation, unauthorized transfer, breach of non-compete/non-solicitation/confidentiality provisions, misuse of Marks, failure to comply with applicable law, facility seizure, loss of possession of premises, knowingly maintaining false books/records, understatement of fees by more than 5%, or receiving three default notices within 12 months. Other defaults may allow for termination with a 30-day cure period (or 60 days in some instances). |
| Non-Compete Period | one year |
| Non-Compete Details | During the term of the agreement, the franchisee and Bound Parties (spouse, shareholders, members, partners, managers, and their spouses) cannot have a direct or indirect interest in, or perform services for, a Competitive Business, regardless of location. For one year after termination or expiration, or transfer, they cannot have a direct or indirect interest in, or perform services for, a Competitive Business located or operating within a three-mile radius of any Monkey Joe’s Facility. A 'Competitive Business' offers games, inflatable and play equipment, party areas, and/or other products/services offered at Monkey Joe’s Facilities. Owning 5% or less of publicly traded securities in a Competitive Business is permitted. |
Operations & Supply (Items 8 & 15)
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Owner-Operator Required | No |
| Participation Details | Franchisees must maintain direct responsibility over the Facility, but personal day-to-day supervision is not required. A manager who has successfully completed the initial training program must be present at the Facility during operating hours. Managers must directly supervise and be responsible for the proper operation of the Facility, devote full time and best efforts to on-premises management, and cannot have an interest or business relationship with competitors. Managers are not required to have an ownership interest in the franchisee entity. The franchisor may require managers and principal owners (10% equity or greater) to sign non-competition, non-solicitation, and non-disclosure agreements. |
| Required Suppliers | Franchisees must purchase all games, inflatable and play equipment, food products, supplies, ingredients, machinery, systems, furnishings, merchandise, employee uniforms, goods, fixtures, inventory, paper products, packaging, and other items used, sold, displayed or distributed in their Facility in compliance with franchisor's standards and specifications and from suppliers designated or approved in writing by the franchisor. |
| Supply Restrictions | The franchisor may designate a single or multiple suppliers for these items and require exclusive purchase from them, which may include the franchisor or its affiliates. The franchisor reserves the right to become an approved or sole supplier in the future and may charge a reasonable mark-up, surcharge, and handling fee. Currently, neither the franchisor nor its affiliates are authorized suppliers of any products, supplies, equipment, or other items used in the operation of the Facility. Franchisees must purchase the Aluvii point-of-sale (POS) system and a video and audio security system that meets franchisor specifications from an approved supplier. Franchisees are required to pour Coca-Cola products under a beverage arrangement. |
| Franchisor Revenue from Suppliers | The franchisor and its affiliates have the right to receive payments from authorized suppliers based upon their dealings with franchisees, which can be used without restriction. Suppliers may pay based on quantities purchased. The franchisor may receive fees from a supplier as a condition of approval. During the fiscal year ended December 26, 2021, the franchisor did not have any revenue from suppliers based on dealings with franchisees, except for monies received from Coca-Cola under the Coke Arrangement, which are deposited into the Advertising Fund and are not revenue to the franchisor. |
Financing (Item 10)
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Financing Available | No |
| Description | We do not offer direct or indirect financing. We do not guarantee your note, lease or obligation. |
Monkey Joe's Franchise Earnings — Item 19
Monkey Joe's 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.
Monkey Joe's 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.
Monkey Joe's Litigation & Risk Flags
Clean Litigation RecordMonkey Joe's has no pending litigation actions listed in their FDD.
Bankruptcy History DisclosedA bankruptcy disclosure is present in this FDD.
Litigation and bankruptcy data is sourced from Items 3 and 4 of the FDD. Always verify current status directly from the most recent FDD.
Monkey Joe's System Growth
Total Units
14
Franchised
14
Company-Owned
0
Monkey Joe's currently operates 14 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 | 3 | 9 | 33 |
| 2020 | 0 | 16 | 17 |
| 2021 | 0 | 3 | 14 |
Transfers: 0 | Closures: 28
State Registrations
Registered in 14 states: California, Hawaii, Illinois, Indiana, Maryland, Michigan, Minnesota, New York, North Dakota, Rhode Island, South Dakota, Virginia, Washington, Wisconsin
Franchisor Financials (Item 21)
Revenue
$810K
Net Income
$57K
Total Assets
$635K
Audited by BURNS HERRING, LLC for year ending December 26, 2021.
Monkey Joe's Franchise — FAQ
The total investment to open a Monkey Joe's franchise ranges from $681,000 to $1,240,500, per their Franchise Disclosure Document. This includes the initial franchise fee of $40,000. The investment covers build-out, inventory, equipment, signage, working capital, and other startup costs.
Monkey Joe's charges a royalty fee of 5% of Gross Sales of gross sales, plus a 2% of Gross Sales contribution to the marketing/advertising fund. These fees are paid on an ongoing basis.
You can download the Monkey Joe's 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 Monkey Joe's to ensure you have the most up-to-date version.
Monkey Joe's 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.
Monkey Joe's has been franchising since 2005. The FDD shows an investment range of $681,000-$1,240,500, a 5% of Gross Sales 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 $40,000 and the total investment ranges from $681,000 to $1,240,500 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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