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 Kinderdance International 1333 Gateway Dr., # 1003 Melbourne, FL 32901 |
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Business Description
KINDERDANCE� is the original Developmental Dance, Motor Skills, Gymnastics, Music and Fitness Program, blended with academics, specifically designed for boys and girls age 2 to 12. KINDERDANCE� franchisees are trained to teach 5 developmentally unique "Education Through Dance and Motor Development" programs: KINDERDANCE �, KINDERGYM �, KINDERTOTS �), KINDERCOMBO �, and KINDERMOTION�, which are designed for boys and girls ages 2-12. Children learn the basics of ballet, tap, gymnastics, motor development and creative dance, as well as learning numbers, colors, shapes and songs. No studio or dance experience required. Franchisees teach at child care centers and other viable locations.
Franchisor Background
Year Established: 1979
Franchising Since: 1985
North America:
States/Provinces with the largest number of operating units:
Registered in Following Registration States: California, Florida, Hawaii, Illinois, Maryland, Michigan, Minnesota, New York, Oregon, Virginia, Washington, District Of Columbia, Alberta
Financial Requirements
Average Number of Employees: 2 Full-time, 1-2+ Part-time
Space Needs (in square footage):
Preferred Sites: Home-based
Other Sites: Child Care Centers, Schools, Rec. Centers, Fitness
Encourage Conversions? Yes
Earnings Claims Provided?: Yes
KINDERDANCE� is the original Developmental Dance, Motor Skills, Gymnastics, Music and Fitness Program, blended with academics, specifically designed for boys and girls age 2 to 12. KINDERDANCE� franchisees are trained to teach 5 developmentally unique "Education Through Dance and Motor Development" programs: KINDERDANCE �, KINDERGYM �, KINDERTOTS �), KINDERCOMBO �, and KINDERMOTION�, which are designed for boys and girls ages 2-12. Children learn the basics of ballet, tap, gymnastics, motor development and creative dance, as well as learning numbers, colors, shapes and songs. No studio or dance experience required. Franchisees teach at child care centers and other viable locations.
Franchisor Background
Year Established: 1979
Franchising Since: 1985
| Operating Units: | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
Franchised Units: | 114 | 99.1% | | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Company-Owned Units: | 1 | 0.9% | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
Total Operating Units: | 115 | 100.0% | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
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States/Provinces with the largest number of operating units:
| Density | Units |
| 1. California | 12 |
| 2. Florida | 14 |
| 3. Texas | 8 |
Registered in Following Registration States: California, Florida, Hawaii, Illinois, Maryland, Michigan, Minnesota, New York, Oregon, Virginia, Washington, District Of Columbia, Alberta
Financial Requirements
| Investment: | |
| Minimum Net Worth: | $NA |
| Cash Investment: | $12-40K |
| Total Investment: | $14.9-46.1K |
| Average Total Investment: | $20K |
| Fees: | |
| Initial Franchise Fee: | $12-40K |
| Average Franchise Fee: | $15K |
| On-Going Royalty: | 6-15% |
| Average Royalty: | 10% |
| Advertising Fee: | 3% |
Space Needs (in square footage):
Preferred Sites: Home-based
Other Sites: Child Care Centers, Schools, Rec. Centers, Fitness
Encourage Conversions? Yes
Earnings Claims Provided?: Yes
| Franchisee Qualifications | |||||||||
Ranked from 1 (unimportant) to 5 (important): | |||||||||
| Financial Net Worth: | 2 | ||||||||
| General Business Experience: | 2 | ||||||||
| Specific Industry Experience: | 1 | ||||||||
| Formal Education: | 2 | ||||||||
| Psychological Profile: | 2 | ||||||||
| Personal Interview(s): | 5 | ||||||||
| Terms of Contract | |||||||||
| Term of Initial Contract: | 5 Year(s) | ||||||||
| Term of Renewal Period: | 5 Year(s) | ||||||||
| Passive Ownership: | Allowed, But Discouraged | ||||||||
| Area Development Agreements? | Yes, for 0 Year(s) | ||||||||
| Sub-Franchising Contracts? | No | ||||||||
| Franchisees Allowed to Expand Within Territory? | Yes | ||||||||
| Support and Training | |||||||||
| International Franchise Association: | Yes | ||||||||
| Canadian Franchise Association: | No | ||||||||
| Franchisee Association/Member: | Yes, Member | ||||||||
| Size of Corporate Staff: | 8 | ||||||||
| Site Selection Assistance? | Not Applicable | ||||||||
| Lease Negotiation Assistance? | Not Applicable | ||||||||
| Financial Assistance? | Yes, Indirect | ||||||||
| Marketing Support: | |||||||||
| Co-Op Advertising: | Yes | ||||||||
| National Advertising: | Yes | ||||||||
| Regional Advertising: | Yes | ||||||||
| Local Advertising: | Yes | ||||||||
| Marketing Materials: | Ad Slicks, Brochures, Catalogs, Coupons/rebates, Direct Mailers, Emails, Promotional Items, Site Signs, Trade Show Exhibits, Videos | ||||||||
| Additional Services: | Grand Opening, In-house Marketing, Marketing Research, Newsletter, Online Extranet, Press Releases, Sales Strategies | ||||||||
| Other Marketing Support: | Power Point Presentation, Annual Conference, Advis | ||||||||
| On-Going Support: | |||||||||
| Central Data Processing: | Included in Fees | ||||||||
| Central Purchasing: | Included in Fees | ||||||||
| Field Operation Evaluation: | Included in Fees | ||||||||
| Field Training: | Included in Fees | ||||||||
| Initial Store Opening: | Included in Fees | ||||||||
| Inventory Control: | Included in Fees | ||||||||
| Franchisee Newsletter: | Included in Fees | ||||||||
| Regional or National Meetings: | Included in Fees | ||||||||
| 800 Telephone Hotline: | Included in Fees | ||||||||
| Training: | |||||||||
| 1. Melbourne, FL and On-Site | 6 Days Plus Onsite | ||||||||
| Expansion Plans | |||||||||
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Submit an online form to receive information from Kinderdance International.
• Coupons • Franchise Video • Pre-Qualifier Application • Promotional Items |
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