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Baby Otter Swim School logo
Child Services · Swim School

Baby Otter Swim School- Lowest start up fees in the industry - Introductory startup session with Exclusive Baby Otter Coaches, continuing one-on-one or group coaching sessions, as well as a business academy, available to all franchisees - Exclusive Territory - No Brick and Mortar (Home Based) - Not Seasonal with the use of indoor pools and facilities - Low Overhead & No Inventory - Scalable Model - 0 to 3 Employees - Private Lessons for all ages/levels - Community Presence - Marketing created and provided by the franchisor - Over 75 years of combined experience in the aquatic industry supporting your business every day! - Mission and Life Saving Focused

Home-BasedSBA Approved
Total Investment

$94K - $113K

Franchise Fee

$75K

Royalty

8%

Ad Fund

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Term

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Open Units

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Overview

About Baby Otter Swim School

- Lowest start up fees in the industry - Introductory startup session with Exclusive Baby Otter Coaches, continuing one-on-one or group coaching sessions, as well as a business academy, available to all franchisees - Exclusive Territory - No Brick and Mortar (Home Based) - Not Seasonal with the use of indoor pools and facilities - Low Overhead & No Inventory - Scalable Model - 0 to 3 Employees - Private Lessons for all ages/levels - Community Presence - Marketing created and provided by the franchisor - Over 75 years of combined experience in the aquatic industry supporting your business every day! - Mission and Life Saving Focused

Baby Otter Swim School has been saving children from drowning for over 48 years using our State Certified program, Turn, Kick, Reach, which teaches children and adults in just Five days. All lessons are private, and the beauty is We Go To Their Pool private or community. The pools the children and adults are most comfortable swimming in. What that means for a potential franchisee is there is very low overhead. There's no brick and mortar. We charge for the five-day programs depending on the area $650.00 per child. This is a recession proof business as parents do anything for the safety of their children. Who is our market? Anyone from 9 months to adults. We have levels from water survival to swim team training all completed in Five days. Imagine the satisfaction of teaching children as young as 9 months old how to swim and save themselves from potential water accidents. The Baby Otter Swim School’s proven system is recognized and awarded in the industry, it stands as a testament to our commitment to excellence and safety. The Baby Otter Swim School franchise package includes a range of benefits designed to support your success, including the lowest startup fees in the industry, exclusive territories, comprehensive training, business materials, ongoing coaching, and marketing support. With territories available throughout the United States, you have the opportunity to be part of this lifesaving mission and make a significant impact within your community.

Who it fits

Ideal candidate

- TeachersTutorsNursesMomsSpousal teamsVisa Candidates - Loves being with and work with children - Enjoys being in the water/swimming - Passionate about wanting to save children from drowning - Someone who wants to make a difference in the world and their communities - A team member who is as comfortable making their living in the water as they are making money on dry land
The fine print

FDD facts

Initial franchise fee$75K
Royalty8%
Total investment$94K - $113K
Liquid capital required$50K
Net worth requirement$100K
Year founded1975
Year began franchising2022
Business modelBoth
Owner-operator required (Year 1)Yes
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Footprint

Territory overview

AvailableArizona, Florida, Texas, South Carolina, Nevada, North Carolina, Indiana
UnavailableCalifornia, Colorado, Delaware, Georgia, Illinois, Massachusetts, Minnesota, Missouri, Montana, Tennessee, Virginia, Washington, Pennsylvania, New York
LegendAvailableLimitedUnavailable
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Quick facts
Founded
1975
Franchising since
2022
Model
Both
Liquid capital
$50K min
Net worth
$100K min
Owner-op required?
Yes
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