Club Z! franchise: cost, fees and total investment
Short answer: The Club Z! franchise fee is $27,250 to $39,750 and the total initial investment ranges from $40,975 to $57,425, with about $10,000 in liquid cash required, based on franchise disclosure data compiled in October 2026. Confirm current figures in Items 5 and 7 of the Club Z! FDD.
What are the Club Z! franchise fees and investment?
The Club Z! franchise requires a franchise fee of $27,250 to $39,750 and a total initial investment of $40,975 to $57,425. 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) | $27,250 to $39,750 |
|---|---|
| Total initial investment (FDD Item 7) | $40,975 to $57,425 |
| Minimum liquid cash | $10,000 |
| US locations | 312 |
| Industry | Education & Children (Supplemental & Remedial Learning) |
| Headquarters | Tampa, Florida |
| Founded | 1995 |
| Franchising since | 1998 |
How does the Club Z! investment compare with other education & children franchises?
Club Z!'s minimum investment of $40,975 is at or below the median minimum investment of $118,363 across the 231 education & children franchises in the SelectFranchiseList database. 194 of the other 230 brands in this industry start at a higher investment. Its franchise fee starting at $27,250 compares with an industry median of $42,500.
By minimum investment, Club Z! belongs with franchises under $50,000.
What should you verify in the Club Z! FDD?
Verify six parts of the Club Z! 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 Club Z! 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 Club Z!?
These education & children franchises have the closest minimum investment to Club Z!:
| Franchise | Franchise fee | Total investment |
|---|---|---|
| Lil' Kickers | $25,000 | $40,050 to $64,435 |
| Engenius Learning Centers | $5,000 to $20,000 | $40,000 to $350,000 |
| New Horizons | $0 to $150,000 | $42,000 to $532,000 |
| Compuchild | $19,900 to $29,900 | $39,900 to $64,900 |
| Academy Leadership | $20,000 | $39,500 to $58,500 |
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Frequently asked questions
How much does a Club Z! franchise cost?
The total initial investment for a Club Z! franchise ranges from $40,975 to $57,425, including a franchise fee of $27,250 to $39,750, 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 Club Z! franchise?
Club Z! lists a minimum of about $10,000 in liquid cash. Lenders usually finance part of the remaining investment, and the franchisor confirms its capital requirements during qualification.
How many Club Z! locations are there?
Club Z! reported 312 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 Club Z! been franchising?
Club Z! started offering franchises in 1998 after the company was founded in 1995.
Figures are compiled from franchise disclosure data and public franchise listings as of October 2026 and may have changed. Club Z! and its trademarks belong to their owner; SelectFranchiseList is not affiliated with or endorsed by Club Z!. This page is not an offer to sell a franchise. Only the franchisor's current FDD is authoritative.