- Franchise 500 Rank
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N/R Not ranked last year
- Initial investment
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$121K - $280K
- Units as of 2016
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738
Company Overview
San Francisco mother Joan Barnes created the Gymboree Play & Music Program in 1976 when she couldn't find a safe place for new parents and children to play and exercise together. There are now locations across the United States and throughout the world. Gymboree Play & Music centers offer different classes each week for children ranging from newborn through 4 years old. Classes are designed to stimulate the senses and encourage children's development.
About Gymboree Play & Music
Industry | Children's Businesses |
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Related Categories | Children's Enrichment Programs: Miscellaneous, Tutoring, Children's Fitness Programs, Fitness |
Founded | 1976 |
Parent Company | Gymboree |
Leadership | Mark Breitbard, CEO |
Corporate Address |
500 Howard San Francisco, CA 94105 |
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Business Overview
Franchising Since | 1978 (46 years) |
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# of employees at HQ | 14 |
# of Units | 738 (as of 2016) |
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Information for Franchisees
Here's what you need to know if you're interested in opening a Gymboree Play & Music franchise.
Financial Requirements & Ongoing Fees
Here's what you can expect to spend to start the business and what ongoing fees the franchisor charges throughout the life of the business.
Initial Franchise Fee
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$35,000 - $45,000 |
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Initial Investment
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$120,935 - $279,900 |
Net Worth Requirement
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$270,000 |
Cash Requirement
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$90,000 |
Veteran Incentives
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Discounts on opening inventory |
Royalty Fee
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6% |
Ad Royalty Fee
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3.25% |
Term of Agreement
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10 years |
Is franchise term renewable? | Yes |
Financing Options
Some franchisors offer in-house financing, while others have relationships with third-party financing sources to which they refer qualified franchisees.
Third Party Financing | Gymboree Play & Music has relationships with third-party sources which offer financing to cover the following: franchise fee, startup costs, equipment, inventory, accounts receivable, payroll |
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Training & Support Offered
Franchisors offer initial training programs and a variety of ongoing support options to help franchisees run their businesses.
Classroom Training | 8 days |
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Ongoing Support |
Purchasing Co-ops
Newsletter
Meetings & Conventions
Toll-Free Line
Grand Opening
Online Support
Security & Safety Procedures
Lease Negotiation
Field Operations
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Marketing Support |
Co-op Advertising
Ad Templates
National Media
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Operations
Additional details about running this franchise.
Is absentee ownership allowed? | No |
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Can this franchise be run from home/mobile unit?
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No |
Can this franchise be run part time?
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No |
# of employees required to run | 3-4 |
Are exclusive territories available?
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Yes |
Franchise 500 Ranking History
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