Amazing Athletes

Amazing Athletes

Franzy VerifiedInformation based on 2026 FDD

Children's Services · Youth Sports

Investment min
$75K
Total: $75K–$101K
Avg gross revenue
$258K
Unit-level, 2026
Franchise fee
$50K
Per current disclosure
Royalty
8%
of gross revenue
Locations
169
Franchising since 2006

Description

What is Amazing Athletes?

Founded in 2003, Amazing Athletes is the #1 educational multi-sport franchisor in the country that focuses on positively impacting children through sports. We teach 10 different sports with a curriculum that focuses on the whole child: locomotor skills, vestibular skills, nutrition, and the muscles in the body. Our classes are 30 to 60 minutes in length targeting kids ages 2-6 and 6-12. The franchise offers a variety of sports-related programs designed for different settings, such as after-school programs, daycares, summer camps, and birthday parties. One of the key advantages of becoming an Amazing Athletes owner is the fast launch and ramp-up timeline due to low staffing and start-up costs. The curriculum is designed to be easy to learn and teach, making it suitable for candidates who are passionate about empowering young children through sports and education and can work with young children without extensive practical sports experience. Overall, the Amazing Athletes franchise offers a comprehensive package for individuals interested in making a positive impact on children's lives through sports education. Franchisees benefit from a combination of training, support, technology, and the backing of a larger franchise platform. It's important for potential franchisees to thoroughly research and assess the opportunity, including understanding the costs, terms, and requirements associated with becoming an Amazing Athletes owner.

  • 21 years proven franchise system since 2003
  • 256 locations nationwide presence
  • Mobile model reduces facility overhead costs
  • 10 different sports comprehensive curriculum
  • Ages 18 months to 12 years broad market appeal
  • School partnership revenue streams with educational focus

Location Analysis

Where Amazing Athletes wins

Amazing Athletes demonstrates strong geographic concentration in family-dense suburban markets across the Southeast, Mid-Atlantic, and Texas metros. The franchise footprint aligns closely with high-growth residential corridors featuring young families, dual-income households, and robust early childhood education infrastructure—precisely the institutional partner base required for the mobile program model. Florida's dominance (Tampa, Orlando, Miami metro areas) alongside Charlotte, Atlanta, and Dallas-Fort Worth reflects deliberate targeting of Sun Belt markets with year-round outdoor programming advantages and sustained population inflows among the target demographic. Customer sentiment, averaging 4.6-4.8 stars, skews positive with parents valuing coach enthusiasm, age-appropriate curriculum, and the convenience of onsite preschool/daycare delivery. However, review themes reveal operational consistency challenges: coach turnover, communication gaps, and schedule reliability issues suggest franchise performance variability across territories. These patterns indicate that success depends significantly on individual franchisee execution rather than system-wide operational uniformity—a critical consideration for prospective investors evaluating brand support and territory management capabilities. The ideal demographic profile—families with children ages 2-12 in communities prioritizing enrichment activities—supports expansion into similar suburban growth markets nationwide, particularly where weather limitations create demand for structured indoor alternatives. Territory viability hinges on institutional partner density and competitive positioning against established youth sports and enrichment providers. Prospective franchisees should conduct granular territory-level analysis, including partner pipeline assessment, competitive saturation review, and direct validation of customer acquisition costs and retention rates within their specific market before committing capital.
Total US locations
256
Franchise units
169
Corporate locations
2
Avg. sq. footage
1

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Financial Analysis

The numbers behind Amazing Athletes

Avg gross revenue$257,984
Investment range$74,550 – $100,550
Investment midpoint$87,550
Brand fund1%
Royalty8%
Franchise fee$49,500
Min. net worth$100,000
Min. liquid capital$50,000
Amazing Athletes presents a low-barrier entry proposition within the children's enrichment sector, with initial investment ranging from $74,550 to $100,550. The mobile service model eliminates traditional retail overhead, focusing capital on vehicles, equipment, and working capital rather than lease deposits or buildout costs. This structure supports faster breakeven timelines but introduces scalability challenges inherent to service-delivery businesses dependent on coach availability and scheduling density. Reported gross revenue of $257,984 suggests a small-format operation, likely representing early-stage or part-time territory performance rather than mature, full-time execution. The 256-unit system size indicates meaningful franchise momentum since the 2003 founding, though revenue figures imply that achieving substantial income likely requires multi-territory ownership or intensive schedule optimization across partner locations. Operational complexity centers on partner relationship management—securing and retaining preschool and daycare hosts—alongside recruitment and retention of quality coaching staff, an area flagged consistently in customer feedback. The model's appeal lies in asset-light operations and recurring revenue potential from weekly programming, but profitability depends heavily on class fill rates, coach labor costs as a percentage of revenue, and the operator's ability to expand within their territory without proportional overhead increases. Investor consideration should focus on territory saturation potential, partner pipeline strength, and realistic assessments of owner-operator versus absentee management viability given the service-intensive nature of daily operations.
Did you know? Amazing Athletes operates in the Youth Sports segment of Children's Services with an initial investment between $74,550 and $100,550. The franchise fee was not disclosed in available materials. This mobile, territory-based model focuses on delivering age-appropriate sports programming to preschools and daycares, positioning as a low-overhead entry point compared to facility-dependent children's fitness concepts. The investment primarily covers vehicles, sports equipment, initial marketing, and working capital rather than real estate or buildout expenses.

Financing partners

Vetted partners, tailored to franchisees

Your Franzy advisor can connect you with these partners later in the process — competitive rates, specialized in franchise financing.

FranFund

Lender

CRF USA

Nonprofit SBA lender; provides financing for franchise acquisitions, startups, and expansion.

Lender

First Bank of the Lake

Lender

Pension Pros

Lender

FDD Item 7

Initial investment range

$75K–$101K
Most common
$74,550
Minimum
$87,550
Midpoint
$100,550
Maximum

Per FDD Item 7, total initial investment ranges from $74,550 to $100,550. The midpoint $87,550 is what most franchisees report at signing — financing typically reduces cash-at-close by 80–90%. Knowing the investment range helps you plan confidently and ensure you're fully prepared to make the leap.

FDD Item 19

Average gross sales

$150K$120K$90K$60K$30KN/A
$60K
$85K
$107K
2021
2022
2023
Avg
$84K
YOY change (2022 -> 2023)
+26%

According to Item 19 of the Franchise Disclosure Document, Amazing Athletes has an average gross revenue of $107K. (Note: This information is based on the latest FDD in our records. Please review the Franchise Disclosure Document (FDD) and confirm this information directly with the brand. We make no claims of accuracy for the information presented.)

Growth over time

Franchise footprint

-3% YoY
20016012080400
2017
2018
2019
2020
2021
2022
2023
138 units open as of 2026 FDD-4 in last 12 mo

2026 Franchise Disclosure

FDD documents

Below are items 2, 3, 4, 7, 11 and 19 for Amazing Athletes's 2026 FDD. The complete FDD is delivered to you directly by the franchisor, per the FTC Franchise Rule.

Estimated initial investment
FDD Item 7 · PDF
Financial performance representations
FDD Item 19 · PDF
Members-only items
Executive team
FDD Item 2 · PDF
Litigation
FDD Item 3 · PDF
Bankruptcy
FDD Item 4 · PDF
Franchisor assistance
FDD Item 11 · PDF
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Buyer FAQs

Frequently asked questions

The initial investment for a Amazing Athletes franchise typically ranges between $74,550.00 and $100,550.00. This includes the franchise fee, equipment, real estate, and other startup costs. To get a detailed breakdown and better understand the financial requirements, we recommend scheduling a call with the Franzy team. We'll walk you through the specifics and answer any questions you might have. For more detailed information, refer to the financial sections of the FDD.

Disclaimer. The information provided on this page is based on the latest Franchise Disclosure Document (FDD) we have on record, which was issued in 2026. This information is for informational purposes only and is not intended to constitute legal, financial, or business advice. We make no guarantees or claims regarding the completeness or accuracy. Only the franchisor can confirm that the information is complete and accurate and we recommend consulting the franchisor directly for the most recent FDD and regarding any questions that you may have about the information provided.

Amazing Athletes
Amazing Athletes
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