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| Little Gym, The 7001 N Scottsdale Rd #1050 Scottsdale, AZ 85253-3658 |
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Business Description
THE LITTLE GYM child development centers are for children 4 months to 12 years, and offer a unique, integrated approach to child development. THE LITTLE GYM'S highly motivational and individualized programs are curriculum-based and provide physical, social and intellectual development. Classes develop motor skills, build self-esteem and encourage risk-taking through gymnastics, karate, dance, cheer and sports skills development.
Franchisor Background
Year Established: 1976
Franchising Since: 1992
North America:
States/Provinces with the largest number of operating units:
Registered in Following Registration States: California, Florida, Hawaii, Illinois, Indiana, Maryland, Michigan, Minnesota, New York, Oregon, Virginia, Washington, Wisconsin
Financial Requirements
Average Number of Employees: 2 Full-time, 2-3 Part-time
Space Needs (in square footage): 3,800-4,300
Preferred Sites: Strip Center
Other Sites: Destination
Encourage Conversions? Yes
Earnings Claims Provided?: Yes
THE LITTLE GYM child development centers are for children 4 months to 12 years, and offer a unique, integrated approach to child development. THE LITTLE GYM'S highly motivational and individualized programs are curriculum-based and provide physical, social and intellectual development. Classes develop motor skills, build self-esteem and encourage risk-taking through gymnastics, karate, dance, cheer and sports skills development.
Franchisor Background
Year Established: 1976
Franchising Since: 1992
| Operating Units: | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
Franchised Units: | 323 | 100% | | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Company-Owned Units: | 0 | 0% | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
Total Operating Units: | 323 | 100.0% | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
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States/Provinces with the largest number of operating units:
| Density | Units |
| 1. Texas | 31 |
| 2. California | 26 |
| 3. New Jersey | 21 |
Registered in Following Registration States: California, Florida, Hawaii, Illinois, Indiana, Maryland, Michigan, Minnesota, New York, Oregon, Virginia, Washington, Wisconsin
Financial Requirements
| Investment: | |
| Minimum Net Worth: | $250K |
| Cash Investment: | $75K |
| Total Investment: | $204K-294K |
| Average Total Investment: | $248K |
| Fees: | |
| Initial Franchise Fee: | $69.5K |
| Average Franchise Fee: | $69K |
| On-Going Royalty: | 8% |
| Average Royalty: | 8% |
| Advertising Fee: | 1% |
Space Needs (in square footage): 3,800-4,300
Preferred Sites: Strip Center
Other Sites: Destination
Encourage Conversions? Yes
Earnings Claims Provided?: Yes
| Franchisee Qualifications | |||||||||
Ranked from 1 (unimportant) to 5 (important): | |||||||||
| Financial Net Worth: | 5 | ||||||||
| General Business Experience: | 5 | ||||||||
| Specific Industry Experience: | 2 | ||||||||
| Formal Education: | 3 | ||||||||
| Psychological Profile: | 5 | ||||||||
| Personal Interview(s): | 5 | ||||||||
| Terms of Contract | |||||||||
| Term of Initial Contract: | 10/10/10 Year(s) | ||||||||
| Term of Renewal Period: | Year(s) | ||||||||
| Passive Ownership: | Allowed, But Discouraged | ||||||||
| Area Development Agreements? | Yes, for 1 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: | No | ||||||||
| Size of Corporate Staff: | 46 | ||||||||
| Site Selection Assistance? | Yes | ||||||||
| Lease Negotiation Assistance? | Yes | ||||||||
| Financial Assistance? | Yes, Direct | ||||||||
| Marketing Support: | |||||||||
| Co-Op Advertising: | Yes | ||||||||
| National Advertising: | Yes | ||||||||
| Regional Advertising: | Yes | ||||||||
| Local Advertising: | Yes | ||||||||
| Marketing Materials: | Brochures, Coupons/rebates, Direct Mailers, Emails, Promotional Items, Site Signs, Television Ads, Videos | ||||||||
| Additional Services: | Grand Opening, In-house Marketing, Marketing Research, Newsletter, Online Extranet, Press Releases | ||||||||
| Other Marketing Support: | None Specified | ||||||||
| On-Going Support: | |||||||||
| Central Data Processing: | Not Applicable | ||||||||
| Central Purchasing: | Not Applicable | ||||||||
| Field Operation Evaluation: | Included in Fees | ||||||||
| Field Training: | Included in Fees | ||||||||
| Initial Store Opening: | Not Applicable | ||||||||
| Inventory Control: | Not Applicable | ||||||||
| Franchisee Newsletter: | Included in Fees | ||||||||
| Regional or National Meetings: | Included in Fees | ||||||||
| 800 Telephone Hotline: | Included in Fees | ||||||||
| Training: | |||||||||
| 1. Scottsdale, AZ | 2 Weeks | ||||||||
| 2. Internship at Site To Be Determined | 1 Week | ||||||||
| Expansion Plans | |||||||||
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