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Martial Arts School Valuation Calculator
Estimate what your martial arts school is worth using SDE multiples, revenue multiples, and tuition recurring quality.
Martial arts school valuation reflects tuition recurring quality, student retention, and owner dependence. This calculator applies industry SDE multiples and adjusts for program-based revenue mix.
- Estimated Value = SDE × Industry Multiple (typically 2.6x–4.2x)
- SDE = Net Profit + Owner Salary + add-backs
- High tuition recurring revenue and strong kids retention support premium multiples
Built for school owners planning an exit, buyers evaluating acquisitions, and brokers pricing martial arts listings.
Source: BizMetricsHQ Composite martial arts school operator benchmarks (2025–2026). Methodology
Business Financials
Estimated Value
$729,300
Range: $486,200 – $785,400
At 3.9x SDE (adjusted for 89% tuition revenue)
SDE-Based Value
$729,300
Revenue-Based Value
$507,000
Industry Multiples
Revenue Multiple
0.5x – 0.9x
Median 0.7x
SDE Multiple
2.6x – 4.2x
Median 3.9x
EBITDA Multiple
3.4x – 5.4x
Median 4.2x
Example: $780,000 revenue · $187,000 SDE → ~$729,300 at 3.9x SDE
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Frequently Asked Questions
How are martial arts schools valued?
Most owner-operated schools are valued using SDE multiples, typically 2.6x–4.2x. A school with $187K SDE at 3.9x would be worth ~$729K. Revenue multiples (0.5x–0.9x) are used as a cross-check.
What is a good SDE multiple for a martial arts school?
The median SDE multiple for quality schools is ~3.9x. Schools with low churn, strong kids pipeline, and transferable instructor systems can reach the top of the 2.6x–4.2x range.
How much is a martial arts school with $780K revenue worth?
A school with $780K revenue and $187K SDE typically sells for $486K–$785K (2.6x–4.2x SDE), with a median near $729K at 3.9x. Student retention, lease terms, and program mix affect the final multiple.