Valuation · SDE
Swim School Franchise Valuation Calculator
Estimate unit transfer value using SDE multiples typical for fitness franchises.
Use this swim school franchise calculator to stress-test investment assumptions before you buy. Adjust fees, membership economics, and operating margins to match the FDD and local market.
- Includes royalties and marketing fund drag on cash flow
- Defaults reflect directional category ranges for planning
- Return to the Swim School Franchise Guide for brand comparisons and rankings
Built for swim school franchise buyers, multi-unit operators, and advisors modeling unit economics.
Source: BizMetricsHQ leading U.S. swim school franchise systems (2025–2026). Methodology
Assumptions
Estimated franchise unit value
$714,400
- Seller's discretionary earnings
- $188,000
- SDE multiple
- 3.8×
- Valuation range (−15%)
- $607,240
- Valuation range (+15%)
- $821,560
Directional estimate only — rebuild with current FDD fees, local rent, payroll, and membership pricing before investing.
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