Overview
Why British Swim School?
British Swim School is a health & fitness brand with over 15 years of operating history and 113 active locations. The full Franchise Disclosure Document, including unit-level financials, territory terms, training requirements, and franchisee obligations, is available on request.
The Numbers
Investment & Fees
- Total initial investment
- $100K – $135K
- Initial franchise fee
- $74K – $75K
- Royalty fee
- Available on request
- Ad / marketing fee
- Available on request
Franchise Disclosure Documents
British Swim School FDDs
$200 per document, one-time. Pay by card and the complete PDF downloads instantly: Item 7 initial investment, Item 19 financial performance where disclosed, Item 20 outlet tables, Item 21 audited financials, and every exhibit. Latest filing on record: 2025.
British Swim School FDD 2026Latest
10.2 MB
British Swim School FDD 2025
6.6 MB
British Swim School FDD 2024
10.7 MB
British Swim School FDD 2023
10.7 MB
British Swim School FDD 2022
4.5 MB
British Swim School FDD 2019
4.4 MB
British Swim School FDD 2017
2.7 MB
British Swim School FDD 2016
2.4 MB
British Swim School FDD 2015
4.4 MB
Who's Operating It
172 franchisees of British Swim School
Howard Berkowitz
Butterfly Fish, LLC · Wellington, FL
2unitsAdekunle Akande
AKUATICS LLC · Houston, TX
1unitAdeyinka and Cheronda Adeyemo
Basileias Enterprises Corp. · Vallejo, CA
1unitAgnieszka and Ninad Pradhan
Agagigago Corp · Mountain House, CA
1unitAlex and Jisha Santiago
Nambikai LLC · Portland, OR
1unitAlice Ann Clark
AAC Enterprises LLC · Roanoke, VA
1unitAlicia Gayadeen
Gaya-Fam LLC · Palm City, FL
1unitAmber Mullins
Mullins Businesses of Central Houston LLC · Houston, TX
1unit
Why every serious buyer reads the FDD
The Franchise Disclosure Document is the single most important piece of paperwork in your due diligence. It's federally mandated and contains everything a franchisor is required to share before you sign.
- Item 7: full breakdown of your real startup costs
- Item 19: actual unit-level revenue performance
- Item 20: franchisee count, openings, closures, transfers
- Item 21: audited financial statements
Frequently Asked
British Swim School franchise FAQ
Is British Swim School a franchise?
Yes. British Swim School is a franchise in the health & fitness category, which means you can own and operate a British Swim School location under a franchise agreement with the franchisor. The total initial investment to open one ranges from $100K – $135K. The franchisor provides the brand, systems, and ongoing support in exchange for an initial franchise fee and royalties, all disclosed in the Franchise Disclosure Document (FDD).
How much does it cost to open a British Swim School franchise?
Total initial investment to open a British Swim School franchise ranges from $100K – $135K according to the latest Franchise Disclosure Document. The actual cost depends on territory, build-out, and local market conditions. Unlock the full FDD on this page for Item 7's full investment breakdown.
What is the British Swim School franchise fee?
The British Swim School initial franchise fee is $74K – $75K, paid to the franchisor at signing. This is separate from total investment and does not include build-out, equipment, or working capital.
How many British Swim School franchise locations are there?
British Swim School operates 113 active locations as of the most recent FDD filing. Unlock the latest FDD for state-by-state distribution and openings/closures from Item 20.
When was British Swim School founded?
British Swim School was founded in 2011, giving the brand 15 years of operating history. Brand longevity matters in franchising because it correlates with refined operations, established supplier relationships, and a tested franchisee playbook.
Is a British Swim School franchise profitable?
British Swim School unit-level profitability depends on location, operating costs, staffing, and management. When a franchisor makes an earnings claim, it appears in Item 19 of the Franchise Disclosure Document, the only place franchise financial performance is officially disclosed. Unlock the British Swim School FDD on this page to review any Item 19 financial performance representation.
How do I apply for a British Swim School franchise opportunity?
Unlock the British Swim School Franchise Disclosure Document on this page for a flat $200. Pay by card and the complete PDF downloads instantly. The FDD contains everything you need to evaluate the opportunity: Item 7 investment, Item 19 financial performance, Item 20 unit counts and franchisee turnover, and Item 21 audited financials.
Where can I get the British Swim School FDD?
The current British Swim School FDD can be unlocked directly on this page for $200 and downloaded as a PDF immediately. Franchise Disclosure Documents are federally regulated by the FTC and must be provided to prospective franchisees at least 14 days before signing any binding agreement or paying any fee.
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