About N Zone Sports Franchise
N Zone Sports is a youth sports franchise that offers organized sports leagues, sporting-related camps, and other related services for children ages 2-18.
Franchisees operate youth sports programs including soccer, flag football, basketball, T-ball, and cheerleading within a protected territory.
They also offer the N Zone Junior program at participating childcare centers and preschools.
N Zone Sports Franchise Cost & Fees
Minimum Investment
$54K
Average Investment
$71K
Maximum Investment
$87K
| Fee Type | Amount | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Initial Franchise Fee | $39,750 - $54,750 | One-time payment upon signing |
| Royalty Fee | The greater of 8% of Gross Sales or $300-$450/month minimum of gross sales | Ongoing; paid monthly |
| Marketing/Ad Fund | The greater of 2% of Gross Sales or $50/month | National brand fund |
| Total Investment Range | $54,400 – $87,450 | Includes build-out, inventory, working capital |
The investment range of $54K–$87K reflects variability in build-out costs, store size, lease terms, and market. The combined royalty (The greater of 8% of Gross Sales or $300-$450/month minimum) and marketing fee (The greater of 2% of Gross Sales or $50/month) are ongoing costs paid as a percentage of gross sales.
Investment Breakdown (Item 7)
| Item | Low | High |
|---|---|---|
| Initial Franchise Fee | $39,750 | $54,750 |
| Real Estate | $0 | $0 |
| Traveling for Initial Training | $0 | $5,000 |
| Miscellaneous Opening Season and Opening Day Costs | $2,000 | $5,000 |
| Computer Hardware and Software | $650 | $1,700 |
| Professional Fees | $1,000 | $3,500 |
| Business Licenses and Permits | $500 | $1,000 |
| Insurance | $1,500 | $2,500 |
| Operating Expenses / Additional Funds – 3 months | $9,000 | $14,000 |
Additional Fees (Item 6)
| Fee Type | Amount |
|---|---|
| Transfer Fee | $2,000 |
| Renewal Fee | $500 |
| Technology Fee | $50/month (up to $100/month maximum) |
| Digital Marketing Spend | $300/month minimum |
| Additional/Manager Training | $250 per person |
| Conference Fee | $500 - $2,500 per year |
| Training of Transferee | $1,500 |
| Exemption of Transfer Fee (business classification change) | $100 |
| Early Termination Fee | $1,000 (if less than 90 days notice) |
| Late Payment Fee | $35 |
| Late Report Fee | $50 |
| Replacement Manual | $250 |
| Costs and Attorneys' Fees | Varies |
| Indemnification | Varies |
Training Program (Item 11)
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Total Duration | 2 days (14 hours classroom), plus additional pre-opening training phases with dedicated support specialist |
| Classroom Training | 14 hours |
| On-the-Job Training | N/A |
| Training Location | Tampa, FL or Virtual Conference (via Zoom) |
| Additional Training | Following initial training, franchisee is assigned a dedicated support specialist for two additional phases of pre-opening training covering rate setting, advertising/marketing campaigns, coach recruitment, concessionaire services, role playing, and back-office functions. Annual convention attendance required. Optional additional training programs offered periodically. |
Territory Rights (Item 12)
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Territory Type | Protected |
| Exclusive Territory | No |
| Territory Size | Geographic area containing approximately 150,000 or 300,000 people depending on option selected |
| Description | Territory is a designated geographic region determined by population density, demographics, and geographical boundaries. Identified by zip code, boundary streets, highways, county lines, census tracts, designated market area, and/or other recognizable demarcations. Franchisor will not open another outlet or grant rights to others within territory during term, but franchisee does not receive an exclusive territory. Franchisor reserves rights to use other channels of distribution, sell via Internet within territory, and engage in other business activities. |
Renewal, Termination & Transfer (Item 17)
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Initial Term | 7 years |
| Renewal Term | 7 years (successive periods) |
| Renewal Fee | $500 |
| Renewal Conditions | Must be in full compliance with Franchise Agreement, complete any required training, sign then-current form of franchise agreement (which may contain materially different terms), sign a general release, and pay the renewal fee. |
| Transfer Fee | $2,000 plus $1,500 training fee for transferee |
| Transfer Conditions | Proposed assignee must complete franchisee application and meet qualification standards, sign then-current franchise agreement, assume all duties and obligations. Transfer must be at reasonable price and terms. Franchisee must sign general release. Franchisor has 14-day right of first refusal. |
| Termination for Cause | Curable defaults (30 days to cure): unauthorized products/services, failure to begin operations on time, failure to complete training, material breach, failure to comply with system standards, understating gross sales by 5% or more. Non-curable defaults (immediate termination): false books/records, felony conviction, misuse of marks/confidential information, unauthorized transfer, disparaging franchisor, abandonment for 60 days, violating confidentiality/non-compete, dishonest/fraudulent acts, insolvency, failure to comply with applicable law for 30 days after notice. |
| Non-Compete Period | 2 years |
| Non-Compete Details | For 2 years after termination/expiration, within 25 miles of the Territory: no involvement in similar business offering sports leagues/camps, no soliciting/recruiting/hiring players/coaches/referees of any N Zone Sports business, no involvement in franchise/license business for similar sports services, no offering youth sport services to past or current customers. |
Operations & Supply (Items 8 & 15)
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Owner-Operator Required | Yes |
| Participation Details | Franchisee (or owners/manager) must participate personally in the direct operation of the business and continuously exert full time and best efforts. If a manager is hired, they are not required to have an equity interest but cannot have an interest in any competing business. Manager must attend and complete training within 30 days of hire at $250 charge. Manager must sign confidentiality and non-competition agreements. |
| Required Suppliers | Franchisees must purchase equipment, goods, and services from approved suppliers and vendors in accordance with franchisor specifications. Required items include sports equipment, uniform apparel, trophies/medals/awards, field paint and striping equipment, print and hard good marketing materials, and branded/trademarked marketing materials. |
| Supply Restrictions | Franchisees must not deviate from franchisor's methods, standards, and specifications without prior written consent. Franchisees may propose alternative suppliers in writing; franchisor will review within 30 days. Required purchases estimated at 85-95% of all purchases to establish and operate the franchise. |
| Franchisor Revenue from Suppliers | As of fiscal year end December 31, 2024, franchisor received $14,780 in revenue from franchisee purchases (0.1% of total revenue of $1,387,626). Marketing materials marked up 10-12% to cover handling costs. Currently no rebates from third-party suppliers, but reserves the right to receive them in the future. |
Financing (Item 10)
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Financing Available | No |
| Description | Franchisor does not offer direct or indirect financing and does not guarantee any note, lease, or obligation on behalf of franchisee. |
N Zone Sports Franchise Earnings — Item 19
Average Revenue
$259K
Median Revenue
$194K
Revenue Range
$17K – $895K
Sample Size
46 units
Past financial performance does not guarantee future results. Individual results will vary.
N Zone Sports Litigation & Risk Flags
Clean Litigation RecordN Zone Sports 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.
N Zone Sports System Growth
Total Units
68
Franchised
68
Company-Owned
0
N Zone Sports currently operates 68 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2022 | 5 | 1 | 42 |
| 2023 | 4 | 2 | 44 |
| 2024 | 26 | 2 | 68 |
Transfers: 1 | Closures: 2
State Registrations
Registered in 19 states: CA, CT, HI, IL, IN, KY, MD, MI, MN, NE, NY, ND, RI, SD, TX, UT, VA, WA, WI
Franchisor Financials (Item 21)
Revenue
$1.4M
N Zone Sports Franchise — FAQ
The total investment to open a N Zone Sports franchise ranges from $54,400 to $87,450, per their Franchise Disclosure Document. This includes the initial franchise fee of $39,750 - $54,750. The investment covers build-out, inventory, equipment, signage, working capital, and other startup costs.
N Zone Sports charges a royalty fee of The greater of 8% of Gross Sales or $300-$450/month minimum of gross sales, plus a The greater of 2% of Gross Sales or $50/month contribution to the marketing/advertising fund. These fees are paid on an ongoing basis.
You can download the N Zone Sports 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 N Zone Sports to ensure you have the most up-to-date version.
According to the Item 19 financial performance representation in their FDD, N Zone Sports franchise owners report average revenue of $259K and median revenue of $194K. This is based on a sample of 46 units. Past performance does not guarantee future results.
N Zone Sports has been franchising since 2011. The FDD shows an investment range of $54,400-$87,450, a The greater of 8% of Gross Sales or $300-$450/month minimum 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 $39,750 - $54,750 and the total investment ranges from $54,400 to $87,450 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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