British Swim School

$BSSRF500 #99
CategoryChildren's Businesses
SubcategorySwimming Lessons
Locations289
Franchisee Count165
Franchise Fee$59,500
Item 7 Low$95,200
Item 7 Midpoint$135,625
Item 7 High$176,050
Royalty Fees10% of Gross Sales
Ad / Brand Fund2%
Sold Not Open19
ParentBuzz Franchise Brands, LLC
Founded2011
Completeness34/34 (100%)
Years in Business15
Began FranchisingMay 2011
HQVirginia Beach, VA
Executives14
Main Phone(757) 215-4253
FDD IssuedApril 22, 2026
Last UpdatedAug 24, 2026
FDDs2026 · 2025 · 2024 · 2022 🔒
Franchisor

British Swim School Franchising, LLC offers franchises for the establishment and operation of British Swim School Businesses that provide swimming and water-survival instruction programs focusing on survival skills, stroke development, breathing techniques and skill coordination through private and group lessons for individuals of all ages, as well as pool facility rental, pool parties and other approved special events and activities.

British Swim School Franchising, LLC is a wholly-owned subsidiary of BSS Acquisition Holdings, LLC, established in 2019. Key executives include President Ashley Gundlach and CFO Michael Hull, with a team of approximately 10 executives.

British Swim School Franchising, LLC offers franchises for the establishment and operation of British Swim School Businesses that provide swimming and water-survival instruction programs focusing on survival skills, stroke development, breathing techniques and skill coordination through private and group lessons for individuals of all ages, as well as pool facility rental, pool parties and other approved special events and activities.

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