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The Little Gym Franchise

The Little Gym is a children's fitness and development franchise offering structured gymnastics, dance, sports, and motor skills programs for kids ages four months to twelve years. The brand focuses on building physical literacy,…

Total Investment
$320K$509K
Franchise Fee
$59,500
Royalty Rate
8% of Gross Sales Gross Sales
Total Units
208
Franchising Since
2013

🌻About The Little Gym Franchise

The Little Gym is a children's fitness and development franchise offering structured gymnastics, dance, sports, and motor skills programs for kids ages four months to twelve years.

The brand focuses on building physical literacy, confidence, and social skills through age appropriate classes in a fun, supportive environment that keeps children engaged and families coming back.

The franchise fee for The Little Gym is $59,500.

💰The Little Gym Franchise Cost & Fees

Minimum Investment
$320K
Average Investment
$414K
Maximum Investment
$509K
Fee TypeAmountNotes
Initial Franchise Fee$59,500One-time payment upon signing
Royalty Fee8% of Gross Sales of gross salesOngoing; paid monthly
Marketing/Ad FundYour total obligation between NAF Contribution, Local Marketing Expenditure, andNational brand fund
Total Investment Range$320,100$508,500Includes build-out, inventory, working capital

The investment range of $320K–$509K reflects variability in build-out costs, store size, lease terms, and market. The combined royalty (8% of Gross Sales) and marketing fee (Your total obligation between NAF Contribution, Local Marketing Expenditure, and) are ongoing costs paid as a percentage of gross sales.

💵Additional Fees (Item 6)

Fee TypeAmount
Transfer Fee50% of our then-current initial franchise fee
Renewal Fee50% of our then-current initial franchise fee plus reimbursement of our legal an

📊The Little Gym Franchise Earnings — Item 19

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The Little Gym 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.

The Little Gym 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.

The Little Gym Litigation & Risk Flags

Clean Litigation RecordThe Little Gym 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.

📈The Little Gym System Growth

Total Units
208
Franchised
207
Company-Owned
1

The Little Gym currently operates 207 franchised locations and 1 company-owned units. Unit count data is sourced from Item 20 of the FDD.

The Little Gym Franchise — FAQ

The total investment to open a The Little Gym franchise ranges from $320,100 to $508,500, per their Franchise Disclosure Document. This includes the initial franchise fee of $59,500. The investment covers build-out, inventory, equipment, signage, working capital, and other startup costs.
The Little Gym charges a royalty fee of 8% of Gross Sales of gross sales, plus a Your total obligation between NAF Contribution, Local Marketing Expenditure, and contribution to the marketing/advertising fund. These fees are paid on an ongoing basis.
You can download the The Little Gym 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 The Little Gym to ensure you have the most up-to-date version.
The Little Gym 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.
The Little Gym has been franchising since 2013. The FDD shows an investment range of $320,100-$508,500, a 8% of Gross Sales royalty, and no 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 $59,500 and the total investment ranges from $320,100 to $508,500 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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The Little Gym
Total Investment
$320K$509K
💰 Costs & Fees
Franchise Fee$59,500
Royalty8% of Gross Sales
Marketing FeeYour total obligation between NAF Contribution, Local Marketing Expenditure, and
FinancingNot Available
🏢 System Overview
Total Units208
Franchising Since2013
Earnings Claim (Item 19)No
📄 Contract Terms
⚖️ Legal & Risk
Pending LitigationClean
Bankruptcy HistoryNone
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