Golf Etc.
At a Glance
Products & Services: Golf supplies, equipment & services
Number of Locations: 68
Total Investment: $324.5K - 470.5K
Founded: 1992
Began Franchising: 1995
Private Owned
About Golf Etc.
Golf Etc. of America was founded in 1992 as a national golf consulting and construction company, but changed its focus in 1996 to golf retail shops. Stores provide custom-fitted golf clubs and club repair. Golfers can practice their skills on the stores' practice putting greens and the indoor hitting and driving area.Franchise Units
| Year | U.S. | Canadian | International | Company Owned |
| 2009 | 67 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| 2008 | 62 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
Where Seeking Franchisees: Franchisor is seeking new franchise units in the U.S.,Australia/New Zealand, Canada, Eastern Europe, Mexico, Western Europe.
Startup Costs, Ongoing Fees and Financing
Total Investment: $324,500 - $470,500
Franchise Fee: $15,000
Ongoing Royalty Fee: $0.35/sq. ft.
Term of Franchise Agreement: 10 years, renewable
Franchise Fee: $15,000
Ongoing Royalty Fee: $0.35/sq. ft.
Term of Franchise Agreement: 10 years, renewable
Financial Requirements
Liquid Cash Available: $90,000 - $105,000
Operations
1% of all franchisees own more than one unit. Number of employees needed to run franchised unit: 3. Absentee ownership of franchise is allowed. (80% of current franchisees are owner/operators).How This Franchise Supports Franchisees
Training: Available at headquarters: 5 days. At franchisee's location: 3-4 days. Optional advanced training : 5 days+.
Ongoing Support: Newsletter, Toll-free phone line, Field operations/evaluations,
Marketing Support: Ad slicks,