Goldfish Swim School

$GSSLF500 #78
CategoryChildren's Businesses
SubcategorySwimming Lessons
Locations199
Franchisee Count174
Franchise Fee$50,000
Item 7 Low$1,663,263
Item 7 Midpoint$2,704,998
Item 7 High$3,746,733
Royalty Fees6% of gross sales
Ad / Brand Fund5%
Sold Not Open34
ParentGoldfish Swim School Franchising LLC
Founded2008
Completeness34/34 (100%)
Years in Business20
Began Franchising2008
HQTroy, MI
Executives11
Main Phone(800) 856-5120
FDD IssuedMarch 6, 2026
Last UpdatedAug 24, 2026
FDDs2026 · 2025 · 2022 🔒
Franchisor

Goldfish Swim School Franchising LLC franchises the right to operate a swim school that provides specialized quality swim instruction and superior customer service to children aged 4 months to 12 years, offering group and private swim lessons, birthday parties, open swim times, swim clinics and other aquatic activities in a fun and colorful environment, along with a snack bar and retail area.

Goldfish Swim School Franchising LLC, formed in 2008, is a Michigan-based limited liability company. Key executives include CEO Chris McCuiston and President Andrew McCuiston, with a team of experienced professionals overseeing various operational aspects.

Goldfish Swim School Franchising LLC franchises the right to operate a swim school that provides specialized quality swim instruction and superior customer service to children aged 4 months to 12 years, offering group and private swim lessons, birthday parties, open swim times, swim clinics and other aquatic activities in a fun and colorful environment, along with a snack bar and retail area.

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