Water Babies is a children's swim instruction franchise providing swimming and water survival lessons to babies, toddlers, and young children. The brand offers structured swim programs that teach essential water safety and life skills to…
Total Investment
$108K – $153K
Franchise Fee
$55,000
Royalty Rate
10% of Gross Revenue per Payable monthly on or We reserve the right to require you to pay
month Gross Sales
Total Units
5
Franchising Since
N/A
🌻About Water Babies Franchise
Water Babies is a children's swim instruction franchise providing swimming and water survival lessons to babies, toddlers, and young children.
The brand offers structured swim programs that teach essential water safety and life skills to young learners in a safe, nurturing environment.
Beyond instruction, Water Babies also provides memorable underwater photography services and a selection of retail products, creating a comprehensive experience for families.
💰Water Babies Franchise Cost & Fees
Minimum Investment
$108K
Average Investment
$130K
Maximum Investment
$153K
Fee Type
Amount
Notes
Initial Franchise Fee
$55,000
One-time payment upon signing
Royalty Fee
10% of Gross Revenue per Payable monthly on or We reserve the right to require you to pay
month of gross sales
Ongoing; paid monthly
Marketing/Ad Fund
2% of Gross Sales
National brand fund
Total Investment Range
$107,710 – $153,242
Includes build-out, inventory, working capital
The investment range of $108K–$153K reflects variability in build-out costs, store size, lease terms, and market. The combined royalty (10% of Gross Revenue per Payable monthly on or We reserve the right to require you to pay
month) and marketing fee (2% of Gross Sales) are ongoing costs paid as a percentage of gross sales.
📋Investment Breakdown (Item 7)
Item
Low
High
rd Party Staff Training
$1,000
$3,000
rd Party Provider
Travel and Living
$2,000
$10,000
rd Party Provider
Cloud Services
$200
$285
First
$1,500
$1,500
Franchise
Agreement
Right Start Franchise Kit
$10,000
$10,000
Low Amount High Amount Method of When Due To Whom
Payment Payment is
Made
Right
$9,150
$9,150
First
$15,085
$30,572
rd
Party Providers
Local Traditional
$3,100
$3,100
Low Amount High Amount Method of When Due To Whom
Payment Payment is
Made
Initia
$134,000
$134,000
rd Party Staff Training
$1,000
$3,000
rd Party Provider
Travel and Living
$2,000
$10,000
rd Party Provider
Cloud Services
$200
$285
First
$1,500
$1,500
Low Amount High Amount Method of When Due To Whom
Payment Payment is
Made
Right
$10,000
$10,000
Franchise
Agreement
Right Start Digital
$9,150
$9,150
First
$15,085
$30,572
rd
Party Providers
Local Traditional
$3,100
$3,100
🏦Financing (Item 10)
Detail
Information
Financing Available
No
Description
No specific financing arrangements disclosed.
📊Water Babies Franchise Earnings — Item 19
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Water Babies 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.
Water Babies 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.
⚖Water Babies Litigation & Risk Flags
✓
Clean Litigation RecordWater Babies 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.
📈Water Babies System Growth
Total Units
5
Franchised
0
Company-Owned
5
Water Babies currently operates 0 franchised locations and 5 company-owned units. Unit count data is sourced from Item 20 of the FDD.
❓Water Babies Franchise — FAQ
The total investment to open a Water Babies franchise ranges from $107,710 to $153,242, per their Franchise Disclosure Document. This includes the initial franchise fee of $55,000. The investment covers build-out, inventory, equipment, signage, working capital, and other startup costs.
Water Babies charges a royalty fee of 10% of Gross Revenue per Payable monthly on or We reserve the right to require you to pay
month 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 Water Babies 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 Water Babies to ensure you have the most up-to-date version.
Water Babies 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.
Water Babies has been offering franchise opportunities. The FDD shows an investment range of $107,710-$153,242, a 10% of Gross Revenue per Payable monthly on or We reserve the right to require you to pay
month 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 $55,000 and the total investment ranges from $107,710 to $153,242 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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Water Babies
Total Investment
$108K – $153K
💰 Costs & Fees
Franchise Fee$55,000
Royalty10% of Gross Revenue per Payable monthly on or We reserve the right to require you to pay
month
Marketing Fee2% of Gross Sales
FinancingNot Available
🏢 System Overview
Total Units5
Earnings Claim (Item 19)Yes
📄 Contract Terms
⚖️ Legal & Risk
Pending LitigationClean
Bankruptcy HistoryNone
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