01 / MOVEMENTKids need more movement
Fewer than 1 in 4 kids ages 6 to 17 get the recommended 60 minutes of physical activity a day.
Children's Development Franchise · KidStrong
Parents Want Stronger, More Confident Kids. This Franchise Builds Them.
- The program
- weekly, science-based classes
- Who it serves
- kids up to age 11
- The business model
- monthly memberships.
2025 gross sales109 established franchised standard two-floor centers
- About half reported
- $768,159+in annual gross sales*
- Top quarter averaged
- $1,064,687in annual gross sales*
Gross sales, not profit. See Item 19 details ↓
167 locationsZero franchise terminations in 3 yearsBacked by Princeton Equity Group
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*Gross sales, not profit, for 109 franchised standard two-floor centers open under the same ownership for at least 12 months as of December 31, 2025, per Item 19 of the KidStrong Franchise Disclosure Document issued April 20, 2026. See full details below. Your results may differ, and there is no assurance you will do as well.
Why parents buy
Parents Already Pay for Activities. KidStrong Gives Them a Plan.
01 / MOVEMENTParents are already spending
Families spent an average of $1,016 on a child's primary sport in 2024.
03 / WHOLE-CHILD DEVELOPMENTMore than one sport
KidStrong builds strength, confidence, focus and resilience in one weekly class, not one season of one sport.
Sources: U.S. Department of Health and Human Services; Aspen Institute Project Play, 2024.
The operating model
A Membership Business Built Around Families
Consistent weekly programming and a place for kids to grow, designed around the rhythm of family life.
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45-minute weekly classes, sold as monthly memberships
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Kids up to age 11, grouped by age and stage
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Highly trained coaches leading a science-based curriculum
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Birthday parties and camps for added revenue
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Locations in family-focused retail centers
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Pre-sales before you open, with support from KidStrong's virtual sales team
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Two formats: a standard two-floor center of 3,200 to 4,000 square feet, or a smaller hybrid center of 2,300 to 3,000 square feet
The story
Built by Two Parents for Their Daughter
In 2015, Matt and Megin Sharp started KidStrong for their daughter, Ella. They wanted a program that built strength, confidence and character, not just one sport. Lincoln Brown joined them to turn it into a franchise, and the first center opened in Frisco, Texas, in 2018.
KidStrong ended 2025 with 167 locations and 51 more signed. Multi-unit operators are signing large development deals, and in 2026 Princeton Equity Group invested to help it grow.
Check My MarketItem 19
What 109 Established KidStrong Centers Reported for 2025
One full-year snapshot. Read what the numbers measure—and what they leave out.
Check My Market2025 gross sales, 109 franchised standard two-floor centers open at least 12 months under the same ownership
| Center group | Average | Range |
|---|---|---|
| Top quarter (27 centers) | $1,064,687 | $880,888–$1,407,485 |
| Second quarter (27 centers) | $829,198 | $768,221–$880,046 |
| Third quarter (27 centers) | $692,900 | $590,157–$768,159 |
| Bottom quarter (28 centers) | $510,254 | $363,081–$587,808 |
Hybrid centers, 2025 gross sales (4 centers)
| Average | $621,503 |
|---|---|
| Median | $615,735 |
| Range | $560,233–$694,310 |
- Franchise terminations, 2023–2025
- 0
- Franchised centers closed in three years, none in 2025
- 2
Source: Item 20
Source: KidStrong Franchise Disclosure Document issued April 20, 2026, Items 19 and 20.
Owners in their own words
Purpose, seen from the owner's side.
The main thing that sold me on KidStrong is that it's science-based social-emotional, mental, and physical training. There wasn't an overall development option for children. There were specific sports and activities, but not a full, well-rounded program. That's what caught my attention.
We have never owned a franchise before so this entire process has been filled with new experiences, but the team that KidStrong provides is extremely knowledgeable and helpful.
It fits the place I'm at in life — being a parent and wanting to be involved in a program that's a positive influence on our community and our youth. It aligned perfectly with my personal values.
As a new dad, I am excited to give my daughter and other kids in the community an opportunity to grow and discover their own superpowers through KidStrong.
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This is a real estate business. You'll lease and build out a standard two-floor center of 3,200 to 4,000 square feet or a hybrid center of 2,300 to 3,000 square feet, and that's most of the investment.
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Fees add up. The royalty rises from 7% to 8.5% after 18 months, plus brand fund, digital advertising, technology and software fees. Model them carefully.
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The Item 19 shows sales, not profit. Ask current owners what their margins look like.
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KidStrong is looking for owner-operators who will lead a team of coaches and stay involved.
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Some centers change hands each year. In 2025, 16 transferred to new owners. Ask what drove those sales.
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That's exactly why the questions you ask matter, and why we help you ask them.
The investment
Know the commitment before you make it.
Review the startup range and ongoing fees with the current Franchise Disclosure Document.
Check My MarketStandard center franchise fee$45,000
Standard center estimated initial investment$477,900–$672,700
Hybrid center franchise fee$30,000
Hybrid center estimated initial investment$320,800–$438,150
Liquid capital$225,000
Net worth$500,000
Royalty7% of gross sales for the first 18 months after pre-sales begin, then 8.5%
Brand fund1.65% of gross sales
Digital advertisingAverages 5% of gross sales, $2,500 monthly minimum
Technology1% of gross sales
Veterans15% off the franchise fee through VetFran
Confirm all fees and investment figures in Items 5, 6 and 7 of the current Franchise Disclosure Document.
Who it fits
KidStrong Wants Leaders
This is a fit if:
- You lead with grit and set big goals
- You're ready to move from employee to entrepreneur, or to add a strong brand to your portfolio
- You know how to build teams and culture, and connect with families
- You want a business with purpose in your own community
This is not a fit if:
- You want a passive investment
- You aren't ready for a build-out and a lease
- You'd rather not lead a team
Good questions make better decisions.
Check My MarketYour next step
Is KidStrong a fit for your market—and for you?
Tell us where you want to build and how you want to own. We'll help you check market availability and explore the questions that matter before you commit.
Is Your Market Open?
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Multi-unit operators are claiming metros. Check yours first.
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A market request is not a territory reservation.
The Franchise Insiders
The franchisor will tell you why to buy. We'll help you decide whether you should.
Jack helped scale TheKey Home Care's franchise system from 30 to more than 250 locations and was on its leadership team through its private-equity sale. Jill spent fifteen years in marketing and enterprise sales, including at IBM and Wynn Las Vegas, before co-founding The Franchise Insiders. Together we've helped more than 870 people become franchise owners. Our guidance is free to you. Franchisors pay The Franchise Insiders when a client buys.
Check My MarketThis page is for general information and is not an offer to sell a franchise. An offer can only be made through delivery of the franchisor's current Franchise Disclosure Document in compliance with applicable franchise laws. Several states regulate franchise sales and require pre-sale registration and disclosure. Financial figures are from Item 19 of the KidStrong Franchise Disclosure Document issued April 20, 2026 and reflect gross sales of franchised centers, not profit. The Franchise Insiders receives commissions on franchise purchases made through our referrals.
