Gymboree Play & Music
Parent/child play and learning programs
Gymboree Play & Music
Parent/child play and learning programs
About
Founded
1976
Franchising Since
1978 (40 Years)
Corporate Address
500 Howard
San Francisco, CA 94105
CEO
Mark Breitbard
Parent Company
Gymboree
Financial Requirements
Initial Investment ⓘ
$120,935 - $279,900
Net-worth Requirement ⓘ
$270,000
Liquid Cash Requirement ⓘ
$90,000
Ongoing Fees
Initial Franchise Fee ⓘ
$35,000 - $45,000
Ongoing Royalty Fee
6%
Ad Royalty Fee
3.25%
Financing Options
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
Veteran Incentives
Discounts on opening inventory
Support Options
Ongoing Support
Purchasing Co-ops
Newsletter
Meetings/Conventions
Toll-Free Line
Grand Opening
Online Support
Security/Safety Procedures
Field Operations
Marketing Support
Co-op Advertising
Ad Templates
National Media
Classroom Training:
8 days
Additional Training:
At regional location
Absentee Ownership Allowed
Number of Employees Required to Run:
3 - 4
Bio
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.
Cost
Initial Investment: Low - $120,935
High - $279,900
Units
Where Seeking Franchisees:
Franchisor is seeking new franchise units worldwide.
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