British Swim School of Naples – Sarasota
British Swim School franchise for sale in Lee County, Florida
List Price: $75,000 USD
Key Facts
Value of Inventory
Upon Inquiry
Value of Assets
$50,000 – $100,000
Year Established
Upon Inquiry
Business Operates From
Another's home or business
Location Is
N/A
Total Employees
Upon Inquiry
1–3 MonthsTransition
Support
SomewhatPrice/Terms
Flexibility
SomeSeller financing Available
Full-timeOwner
Involvement
About this Business
This is your chance to lead in Florida’s booming swim school market! This British Swim School franchise opportunity spans two thriving territories across Sarasota, Lee, and Collier counties, including major cities like Bradenton, Sarasota, Cape Coral, Fort Myers, and Naples. With nearly all essential equipment included, you can start teaching swim lessons immediately. The established territories offer immediate opportunities in Bradenton and Sarasota, with exciting growth potential in Naples. Expand your services beyond swim lessons to include aqua fitness classes and lifeguard certifications, creating additional revenue streams. Although the current cost for two territories is $75,000, this opportunity includes equipment saving you time and money! If you’re passionate about water safety and building a successful business in a fast-growing region, this is the perfect opportunity for you. Don’t miss this chance to dive into a rewarding venture and make a splash in the lives of your community!
Growth opportunities
This thriving franchise territory is perfectly positioned for continued growth, with high demand for swim lessons and water safety programs in the region. The fast-growing cities of Florida’s Gulf Coast offer a wealth of opportunities to expand the business. Introducing additional services like aqua fitness classes and lifeguard certifications can attract a broader customer base and boost revenues. The Sarasota and Bradenton areas are well-established, while Naples presents exciting potential for further development and market penetration.
Owner's Day-to-Day Involvement
While hiring qualified managers is an option, owners who actively participate in aquatics training gain a deeper understanding of their core business. This firsthand knowledge empowers them to make informed decisions regarding quality control and ensure a superior learning experience for students. Initially, handling marketing and administrative tasks allows owners to establish a strong foundation and brand identity. As the business grows, these responsibilities can be seamlessly transitioned to dedicated staff, ensuring a smooth and efficient operation.
Additional Info
This opportunity is perfect for someone passionate about water safety and making a positive impact on children’s lives. Owners who actively participate in aquatics training can gain valuable insights into the business, ensuring superior quality control and student satisfaction. Initially managing marketing and administrative tasks allows new owners to establish a solid foundation and brand identity before transitioning these responsibilities to dedicated staff as the business grows.
Asset Description
Launch your business quickly and efficiently! This established franchise comes with over $5,000 of essential merchandise and equipment. This comprehensive package allows you to not only offer core swim lessons but also expand your services to include popular aqua fitness classes and lifeguard certifications, maximizing your revenue potential from day one.
Reason for Selling
This thriving franchise territory is primed for continued growth. I'm personally pursuing exciting opportunities further south, but this presents a fantastic chance for a new owner to capitalize on strong brand recognition.
Why I Love My Franchise
This opportunity is perfect for someone who has a passion for water safety and making a positive impact on children's lives. Imagine the joy of knowing you're equipping the next generation with the skills to stay safe and confident in the water.
About British Swim School
British Swim School is a franchise dedicated to teaching essential swimming skills to children of all ages, with a strong focus on water safety and drowning prevention. Founded on the principle that swimming is a life-saving skill, the brand’s proven techniques equip children as young as 3 months with vital water survival skills. British Swim School offers a unique franchise model that doesn’t require owners to teach lessons or maintain pools, making it a low-cost, low-overhead business. With over 100 locations across North America, the franchise has become a trusted name in swim instruction, offering a recession-proof service that remains in high demand. Franchise owners benefit from a comprehensive support system, including a dedicated business coach, marketing assistance, and access to a network of experienced instructors.
Franchisee Support
British Swim School provides its franchisees with expansive support, including a dedicated business coach, ongoing training, and access to an in-house marketing department that functions as a full-service agency. This support includes digital marketing, social media management, direct mail campaigns, and public relations. Additionally, new franchisees receive extensive training in business operations, marketing, technology, and aquatics.
Brand Accolades & Awards
British Swim School has received significant recognition in the franchise industry, including rankings on Entrepreneur’s Franchise 500 and Top Franchises over $100K lists for 2021 and 2022. The brand has also been named among FBR’s Top 200 Franchisee Satisfaction and Top Franchises for Women, underscoring its strong franchisee support and commitment to water safety.
Industry / Market
The swim instruction industry is a recession-proof sector valued at $5 billion, driven by the constant demand for life-saving swimming skills. As water safety remains a priority for parents, the demand for swim lessons is expected to continue rising, providing a stable market for franchisees.
Ideal Owner
The ideal British Swim School franchise owner is passionate about water safety and child development. They should be energetic, nurturing, and able to create a welcoming environment for children and families. While a background in education or swimming is helpful, it’s not required—full training and support are provided. Strong leadership and customer service skills are key to success in this rewarding busines