
British Swim School
Swim and water‑survival instruction for all ages (primarily children), focusing on survival skills, stroke development, breathing, and coordination, delivered via private and group lessons, with approved offerings such as pool rentals, pool parties, open swim, and lifeguard training.
Your franchise match score
Children & Youth Enrichment
Brand highlights
- CEOKevin W. Wilson
- Headquarters2829 Guardian Lane, Virginia Beach, VA, 23452
- Year founded2011
- Year started franchising2011
- IndustryChildren & Youth Enrichment
- Locations open258 (+145 last three years)
Statistics & metrics
- Investment range$94,570 - $168,420
- Franchise fee$59,500
- RoyaltyEffective date of your Franchise Agreement through December 31 of the first full calendar year after the effective date: 10% of Gross Sales; Second full calendar year: the greater of 10% of Gross Sales or $1,500; Third full calendar year: the greater of 10% of Gross Sales or $2,500; Fourth full calendar year and after: the greater of 10% of Gross Sales or $3,500
- Brand fund2% of Gross Sales
- Required Liquid Capital$75,000
- Required Net Worth$150,000
- Average Gross Revenue461,195
- Avg Net Operating Income120,005
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FDD Version Referenced - Issuance Date: 2025-04-17
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Location data
| Total locations | 258 |
| Franchise locations | 258 |
| Corporate locations | 0 |
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