Is
Jazzercise
a franchise?
How many
Jazzercise
franchises
are there?
What are the
Jazzercise
franchise
fees?
Initial Franchise Fee
The initial franchise fee for a Jazzercise franchise is $1,250.00. This fee is payable as follows: at least fifty percent (50%) on the Monday prior to the Initial Training Program, and the remaining balance, if any, via automatic payment deduction thirty (30) days after the franchisee completes the Initial Training Program. This fee is non-refundable except under specific conditions related to the Initial Training Program.
Continuing Fee (Royalty Fee)
The continuing fee, which is essentially the royalty fee, is equal to ten percent (10%) of Gross Customer Enrollment Fees paid to the franchisee during each calendar month with respect to children’s programs, special events, and personal touch programs, and twenty percent (20%) of all Gross Customer Enrollment Fees paid each calendar month with respect to all other programs conducted pursuant to the agreement. This fee is not refundable under any circumstances.
Marketing Fee
The marketing fee is not specified in the provided quotes. However, franchisees are required to contribute to a marketing fund, the amount of which is to be designated by the franchisor. This fee is part of the franchisee's obligations, but the exact amount or percentage is not detailed in the provided sections of the document.
Other Notable Fees
- Insurance: The cost of annual premium for liability insurance coverage may range from $225.00 to $325.00, or higher.
Note: The fees presented here can be found in the Item 5 of the Franchise Disclosure Document. For a complete list of all the fees borne by the franchisee, please consult the Franchise Disclosure Document.
How much does
it cost
to start a
Jazzercise
franchise?
Note: The table above provides a snapshot of the main costs associated with starting the most common franchise format (as disclosed in the Item 7 of the Franchise Disclosure Document). For a complete overview of all the expenses involved with the various formats offered by the franchisor, please consult the Franchise Disclosure Document.
Does
Jazzercise
provide
training
to its
franchisees?
Initial Training Program
This program includes instruction and training in physiology and fitness, choreographed routines, business procedures, and the conduct of Jazzercise classes. All or part of the Initial Training Program may be conducted remotely online.
Franchisees must complete this program within six (6) months after the date of the agreement to the franchisor's satisfaction. Franchisees are not charged an additional fee for the Initial Training Program. However, they are responsible for all travel and living expenses incurred in connection with this training.
Refresher and Additional Training
Franchisors may require franchisees to attend refresher and additional training courses for up to five (5) days per year. This is particularly the case if the franchisor deems it necessary or appropriate. The franchisor may designate the location for such training. Franchisees are responsible for all travel and living expenses related to these training sessions.
Periodic Advice and Consultation
Franchisors provide continuous training and support for the franchisee's business, including the maintenance and updating of The Studio to assist franchisees in operating the Jazzercise Dance Fitness Program. This ongoing service is part of the franchisor's commitment to periodic advice and consultation.
Does
Jazzercise
provides
territory
protection?
Jazzercise franchise does not offer exclusive territories to its franchisees.
Can a
Jazzercise
franchise
be run as
a passive
investment?
Jazzercise franchise may not be suitable for a passive investment. Active management and oversight appear to be necessary for the successful operation of the franchise.
