About Pickled Court Franchise
Pickled Court is a franchise concept centered on the fast growing sport of pickleball, offering dedicated court facilities and related programming for players of all skill levels.
The franchise fee is $10,000, making it one of the more accessible entry points into the booming racquet sports market.
The Pickled Court model provides a venue where community members can enjoy recreational and competitive pickleball in a purpose built environment.
Pickled Court Franchise Cost & Fees
| Fee Type | Amount | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Initial Franchise Fee | $10,000 | One-time payment upon signing |
| Royalty Fee | 6.0% of gross sales | Ongoing; paid monthly |
| Marketing/Ad Fund | $1,000 | National brand fund |
| Total Investment Range | $89,350 – $139,950 | Includes build-out, inventory, working capital |
The investment range of $89K–$140K reflects variability in build-out costs, store size, lease terms, and market. The combined royalty (6.0%) and marketing fee ($1,000) are ongoing costs paid as a percentage of gross sales.
Investment Breakdown (Item 7)
| Item | Low | High |
|---|---|---|
| Initial Franchise Fee1 | $49,500 | $49,500 |
| Travel and Living Expenses While Training2 | $1,250 | $9,750 |
| Vehicle3 | $0 | $1,500 |
| Trailer4 | $4,000 | $6,500 |
| TrailerWrap5 | $2,000 | $6,500 |
| Equipment6 | $12,000 | $15,000 |
| Storage Unit7 | $0 | $600 |
| Business Management and Technology System8 | $1,000 | $2,000 |
| Opening Inventory and Office Supplies9 | $2,700 | $5,300 |
| Grand Opening Marketing10 | $2,500 | $2,500 |
| Business Licenses and Permits11 | $500 | $2,000 |
| Professional Fees12 | $3,000 | $7,000 |
| Insurance13 | $900 | $1,800 |
| Additional Funds (3 months)14 | $10,000 | $30,000 |
| TOTAL ESTIMATED INITIAL INVESTMENT15 | $89,350 | $139,950 |
Additional Fees (Item 6)
| Fee Type | Amount |
|---|---|
| Transfer Fee | 50% of our then current franchisee fee for resale transfers 30% of our then curr |
| Renewal Fee | The greater of 25% of our then current Initial Franchise Fee or $10,000 |
| Technology Fee | $300 |
| Audit Fee | Payable only if: (a) you did not submit Gross Revenue statements; (b) you did no |
| Bookkeeping and Accounting Services | $500 |
| National and Regional Account Fees | Varies between 5% to 10% of Gross Revenue for the account |
| Reimbursement | Our costs plus 10% administrative charge |
| Insurance | Reimbursement of our costs, plus a 20% administration charge |
| Management Fee | 5% of Gross Revenue during the period of time in which we manage your Franchised |
| Non-Compliance Fee | 1% of Gross Revenue, plus reasonable compensation and our costs and expenses, in |
| Late Fee | $25 |
| Interest | 18% per annum or the maximum rate permitted by applicable law, whichever is less |
| Travel and Living Expenses While Training2 | $1,250 |
| Vehicle3 | $0 |
| Trailer4 | $4,000 |
| TrailerWrap5 | $2,000 |
| Equipment6 | $12,000 |
| Storage Unit7 | $0 |
| Opening Inventory and Office Supplies9 | $2,700 |
Territory Rights (Item 12)
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Territory Type | protected |
Financing (Item 10)
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Financing Available | No |
| Description | Does not offer financing. |
Pickled Court Franchise Earnings — Item 19
Pickled Court 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.
Pickled Court 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.
Pickled Court System Growth
Pickled Court currently operates 0 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2021 | 0 | ||
| 2021 | 1 | ||
| 2021 | 1 | ||
| 2022 | 0 | ||
| 2022 | 1 | ||
| 2022 | 1 | ||
| 2023 | 0 | ||
| 2023 | 1 | ||
| 2023 | 1 |
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