Lil' Kickers franchise: cost, fees and total investment
Short answer: The Lil' Kickers franchise fee is $25,000 and the total initial investment ranges from $40,050 to $64,435, 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 Lil' Kickers FDD.
What are the Lil' Kickers franchise fees and investment?
The Lil' Kickers franchise requires a franchise fee of $25,000 and a total initial investment of $40,050 to $64,435. 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) | $25,000 |
|---|---|
| Total initial investment (FDD Item 7) | $40,050 to $64,435 |
| Minimum liquid cash | $10,000 |
| US locations | 91 |
| Industry | Education & Children (Sports & Recreation) |
| Headquarters | Redmond, Washington |
| Founded | 2007 |
| Franchising since | 2007 |
How does the Lil' Kickers investment compare with other education & children franchises?
Lil' Kickers's minimum investment of $40,050 is at or below the median minimum investment of $118,363 across the 231 education & children franchises in the SelectFranchiseList database. 195 of the other 230 brands in this industry start at a higher investment. Its franchise fee starting at $25,000 compares with an industry median of $42,500.
By minimum investment, Lil' Kickers belongs with franchises under $50,000.
What should you verify in the Lil' Kickers FDD?
Verify six parts of the Lil' Kickers 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 Lil' Kickers 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 Lil' Kickers?
These education & children franchises have the closest minimum investment to Lil' Kickers:
| Franchise | Franchise fee | Total investment |
|---|---|---|
| Engenius Learning Centers | $5,000 to $20,000 | $40,000 to $350,000 |
| Compuchild | $19,900 to $29,900 | $39,900 to $64,900 |
| Academy Leadership | $20,000 | $39,500 to $58,500 |
| Talk to the Camera | $26,550 to $39,500 | $39,316 to $67,316 |
| ABRAKADOODLE | $25,400 to $38,899 | $39,214 to $65,063 |
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Frequently asked questions
How much does a Lil' Kickers franchise cost?
The total initial investment for a Lil' Kickers franchise ranges from $40,050 to $64,435, including a franchise fee of $25,000, 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 Lil' Kickers franchise?
Lil' Kickers 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 Lil' Kickers locations are there?
Lil' Kickers reported 91 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 Lil' Kickers been franchising?
Lil' Kickers started offering franchises in 2007 after the company was founded in 2007.
Figures are compiled from franchise disclosure data and public franchise listings as of October 2026 and may have changed. Lil' Kickers and its trademarks belong to their owner; SelectFranchiseList is not affiliated with or endorsed by Lil' Kickers. This page is not an offer to sell a franchise. Only the franchisor's current FDD is authoritative.