Amazing Athletes franchise: cost, fees and total investment
Short answer: The Amazing Athletes franchise fee is $49,500 and the total initial investment ranges from $72,750 to $98,750, with about $15,000 in liquid cash required, based on franchise disclosure data compiled in October 2026. Confirm current figures in Items 5 and 7 of the Amazing Athletes FDD.
What are the Amazing Athletes franchise fees and investment?
The Amazing Athletes franchise requires a franchise fee of $49,500 and a total initial investment of $72,750 to $98,750. The franchise fee is one line inside the total investment, which also covers location, equipment, opening inventory and working capital.
| Franchise fee (FDD Item 5) | $49,500 |
|---|---|
| Total initial investment (FDD Item 7) | $72,750 to $98,750 |
| Minimum liquid cash | $15,000 |
| US locations | 161 |
| Industry | Education & Children (Sports & Recreation) |
| Headquarters | Budd Lake, New Jersey |
| Founded | 2018 |
| Franchising since | 2018 |
How does the Amazing Athletes investment compare with other education & children franchises?
Amazing Athletes's minimum investment of $72,750 is at or below the median minimum investment of $118,363 across the 231 education & children franchises in the SelectFranchiseList database. 151 of the other 230 brands in this industry start at a higher investment. Its franchise fee starting at $49,500 compares with an industry median of $42,500.
What should you verify in the Amazing Athletes FDD?
Verify six parts of the Amazing Athletes Franchise Disclosure Document before you sign, because figures change with every annual FDD:
- Item 5 and Item 6: the current franchise fee, royalty, marketing fund and technology fees.
- Item 7: the full investment range by expense line, including working capital.
- Item 19: whether Amazing Athletes discloses financial performance data, and which units it covers.
- Item 20: openings, closures and transfers, plus contacts for current and former franchisees.
- Item 21: the franchisor's audited financial statements.
- Item 12: whether your territory is protected.
The full list of Items is in the FDD guide. You must receive the FDD at least 14 calendar days before you sign a binding agreement or pay any money.
Which franchises are similar to Amazing Athletes?
These education & children franchises have the closest minimum investment to Amazing Athletes:
| Franchise | Franchise fee | Total investment |
|---|---|---|
| TGA Premier Sports | $49,500 | $72,750 to $111,250 |
| Kumon | $1,000 | $73,123 to $165,360 |
| Advantage College Planning | $40,000 to $50,000 | $72,245 to $102,230 |
| Afficient Academy Learning Center | $1,000 | $71,800 to $163,100 |
| Reading Readiness | $10,000 | $73,800 to $142,500 |
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Frequently asked questions
How much does a Amazing Athletes franchise cost?
The total initial investment for a Amazing Athletes franchise ranges from $72,750 to $98,750, including a franchise fee of $49,500, according to franchise disclosure data compiled in October 2026. The exact amount depends on location, build-out and working capital, as shown in Item 7 of the FDD.
How much cash do you need to open a Amazing Athletes franchise?
Amazing Athletes lists a minimum of about $15,000 in liquid cash. Lenders usually finance part of the remaining investment, and the franchisor confirms its capital requirements during qualification.
How many Amazing Athletes locations are there?
Amazing Athletes reported 161 US locations in the data compiled in October 2026. Item 20 of the FDD shows openings, closures and transfers for the last three years.
How long has Amazing Athletes been franchising?
Amazing Athletes started offering franchises in 2018 after the company was founded in 2018.
Figures are compiled from franchise disclosure data and public franchise listings as of October 2026 and may have changed. Amazing Athletes and its trademarks belong to their owner; SelectFranchiseList is not affiliated with or endorsed by Amazing Athletes. This page is not an offer to sell a franchise. Only the franchisor's current FDD is authoritative.