Childrens Sports Franchises

šŸ… Sports Franchise Businesses for Sale

Explore the best UK children’s sport franchise opportunities all in one place – Athletix Kidz, Cricket tots, Fun Fest, Little Athletes, Little Wickets, Swim with Style, Toddler Sense, Tumble Tots and Young Ballerz Basketball.

Are you motivated to get kids active from a young age? We’ve put together a fantastic selection of sports and fitness small business ideas. Whether or not you have a background in physical education, our sports franchise category has something for everyone – covering both single and multi-sports businesses.

Proven small business ideas that really make a difference

The children’s sports franchise industry offers a diverse number of opportunities – from cycling clubs for toddlers through to coaching basketball for teens, baby swim sessions through to multi-sports holiday camps, and sports lessons in schools through to family events in the local community. There’s never been a better time to help encourage kids off their screens and get them doing something active!

There’s far more to running a children’s sports business than meets the eye. Building and maintaining a loyal customer base, developing proven and varied session plans, efficient booking systems, maximising revenue streams and even knowing where to get the most cost-effective quality kit are all things that a sports franchise will guide you with. You’ll receive up front training as well as ongoing support and a network of like-minded people to be part of.

The coaches and young children from the Athletix Kidz children's sports franchise stand with their arms raised high as they proudly show off their gold medals

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ā€œMy journey with Athletix Kidz began as a part-time coach… With incredible support from Head Office and a clear, purposeful approach to athletic development, becoming a franchisee felt like a natural next stepā€

Heather / Franchisee
The bold cartoon logo for Athletix Kidz children's sports franchise opportunity featuring an illustrated boy leaping over the red and navy lettering spelling out the company name
A toddler holds a cricket bat and hits the ball at an indoor session with Cricket tots, the unique children's sport franchise

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ā€œRunning my own classes felt like a great opportunity. The team at Cricket tots are professional and organised, and have helped with all the steps in become a franchise owner, making the process seamless.ā€

Tom / Franchisee
The logo for children's sport franchise Cricket tots featuring colourful geometric shapes arranged to look like a cricket hat and ball
The leaders and children from childcare franchise Fun Fest joyfully pose together outdoors to represent this children's franchise brand

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ā€œThe flexibility that my franchise offers is second to none. For relatively low start-up costs, Fun Fest is a great opportunity for anyone looking for greater personal and financial independence.ā€

Ryan / Franchisee
Fun Fest Children's Franchise Business UK
Meet the team from the Little Athletes children's sports franchise brand in this image featuring five smiling children earing colourful branded tabards together with their friendly coach

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ā€œThe best decision I’ve ever made. The support and encouragement has been incredible. Becoming a Little Athletes franchisee has changed my life for the better, both personally and professionallyā€

Kyle / Franchisee
The bold and colourful logo for the Little Athletes children's sports franchise brand featuring the tagline Healthy wellbeing, Healthy future
A group of young children stand and smile while holding cricket bats and wearing branded t-shirts in front of their coach at a fun session with children's sports franchise brand Little Wickets

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ā€œRunning my franchise is an incredibly rewarding experience. The team have been so supportive. They have a wealth of experience which has proven to be invaluable. I would highly recommend Little Wickets.ā€

Mark / Franchisee
The blue and yellow logo for the Little Wickets children's sports franchise UK featuring the slogan Cricket Fun for Kids & Toddlers
Swim with Style children's sports franchise for sale UK

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ā€œJoining the Swim with Style franchise has been one of the best decisions I’ve made! The support and training provided by the team have been incredible, and it’s so rewarding to see my school thriveā€

Nicole / Franchisee
Swim with Style children's swimming franchise opportunity
A group of very young children enjoy playing with large gym balls at a fun session with Toddler Sense, the children's sensory franchise

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ā€œWOW has changed my life. I get to have FUN at work, improve my fitness and spend time with my children. My previous jobs have enabled me to bring my business to life, injecting creativity and flareā€

Lou / Franchisee
Logo for Toddler Sense - children's sensory play franchise featuring the slogan Life's An Adventure
A Tumble Tots class is in full swing with a parachute game for young children

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ā€œTo anybody who is considering buying a Tumble Tots franchise, I would one hundred percent recommend it, we have so much fun in classes each day and it is very rewarding helping the children developā€

Michelle / Franchisee
The Tumble Tots logo with the wording Skills for Life and bold red and yellow colours to represent this physical play franchise
Kids and coaches have a blast at an energetic and fun session from the team at Young Ballerz Basketball the children's sports franchise opportunity.

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ā€œGreat environment for kids to learn basketball….no pressure, just fun! Coaches are great and really engage the kids. Very inclusive for all kids with different abilities. Definitely recommend.ā€

Andreas / Parent
Logo for the Young Ballerz Basketball franchise featuring a bold basketball illustration surrounded by colourful letters spelling out Young Ballerz

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5 Reasons to Buy a Children’s Sports Franchise

1. High demand and growth potential – Sports sessions are fun, active and healthy making them an easy choice for parents and a popular pick for little ones too

2. Positive community impact – These are small business ideas that will put you in the heart of your community making a different to young families

3. Social and physical development – When you buy a franchise in this sector you are guaranteed a rewarding career doing good for others as well as yourself

4. Flexible business and lifestyle – Build the future on your terms. The children’s sector offers the best UK franchises when it comes to work life balance

5. Franchisor support – You get access to established systems, tried and tested lessons, expert support and a team of like-minded people to cheer you on!

The Growing Market for Children’s Sports Franchises

The demand for children’s sports franchises is consistently highly, ensuring a steady and growing flow of customers. With increasing focus on health, parents are keen for their children to spend time participating in activities that promote fitness. It’s seen as a great investment for their child’s physical and social development. Furthermore, with so many options to choose sports clubs and holiday camps remain at the top of the list for many families.

More and more, parents and carers seek out online reviews and recommendations so that they can book activities for their children with confidence and peace of mind. When you join a children’s sports franchise you benefit from an excellent reputation that is already in place. The common practice of checking reviews is fuelling the growth in the children’s sports franchises sector, where a track record already exists. You’re not starting a business from scratch and benefit from all the good will that has already been established.

Despite their importance, school sports have seen a squeeze in recent years with many primary schools relying on outside companies to fill the gap. This is where children’s franchises really come into their own – from knowing what funding is in place for school sports to securing contracts for occasional or regular sessions. Offering sports or P.E. lessons within the timetable or providing afterschool clubs are all excellent revenue streams for children’s sports and fitness franchises.

The Benefits of Starting a Children’s Sports Franchise UK

Starting a children’s sports franchise is a highly rewarding and potentially lucrative career. You’ll be making a difference in your community and helping youngsters to get fit, enjoy sports and create a healthy lifestyle. What better job satisfaction could there be? Not only that, but you’ll be spending your own working life being active and this will no doubt have benefits for your own health and fitness as well.

Running a children’s sports franchise is a flexible opportunity where you can create your ideal work life balance. You’ll have the freedom to choose your own hours and work as much or as little as you want – full time, part time, term time or school holidays only. Whether you’re looking to run just a few sessions a week yourself or you’re eager to employ a whole team of coaches and build up a large business, there will be a sports franchise for you!

Different Types of Children’s Sports Franchises UK

• Multi-sports clubs and holiday camps for kids to get fit and active
• Physical play sessions for toddlers to attend with their parents or carers
• Cycling lessons that teach everything from balance to safety
• Cricket clubs and holiday camps for learning, having fun and working together
• Football clubs remain ever popular with a growing market for girls’ teams
• Inclusive basketball sessions to work as a team and gain new skills
• Gymnastics sessions for everyone from absolute beginners to competitive sports
• Swimming lessons from babies taking their first splash to advanced levels
• Sessions in schools both as part of the timetable and after-school clubs
• Sports holiday camps provide the ideal childcare solution for working parents
• Sports parties and events in the local community provide a further revenue stream

Your Next Steps in Starting a Children’s Sports Franchise Business

Request more information from the top UK children’s sports franchise opportunities using the form above or by visiting their individual information pages:

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