Start-Up Costs and Fees |
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| Athena Learning Centers | International Dancesport Studios | |
| Investment | 35000 - 160000 | 58500 - 79700 |
| Franchise Fee | 0 | |
| Royalty Fee | 7% | 10% |
| Advertising Fee | 2% Nat'l $500/Mo Local | |
| Year Founded | 2011 | 1996 |
| Year Franchised | 2011 | 2003 |
| Term Of Agreement | ||
| Term Of Agreement | ||
| Renewal Fee | ||
Business Experience Requirements |
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| Athena Learning Centers | International Dancesport Studios | |
| Experience | We are glad you have chosen to investigate Athena as a potential opportunity and we look forward to speaking to you, answering your questions, and developing a successful business relationship. We are currently looking for both single and multi-unit franchisees to open our Learning Centers. Franchisee candidates must meet certain qualifications to be considered for both single-unit and multi-unit franchise opportunities. In order to qualify for a single location, you will need a minimum net worth of $150,000 and liquid assets of $50,000. A good credit record / credit history is also required, evidenced by prompt payment of all financial obligations. Multi-unit candidates will be pre-qualified on an individual basis. Total Estimated Investment Range $66,000 to $146,000 The Initial Franchise Fee is $25,000. Franchisees pay royalties of 7% of gross sales, an advertising marketing fee of 2% of gross sales, and must purchase local advertising of at least $500 per month. Franchise candidates will be evaluated based on business abilities and experience, personal drive for success and financial strength. Athena Learning Center franchises are available for ambitious and entrepreneurial individuals willing to assume the risks - and eager to reap the rewards - of owning their own business. | |
Financing Options |
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| Athena Learning Centers | International Dancesport Studios | |
| Franchise Fees | No | |
| Start-up Costs | No | |
| Equipment | No | |
| Inventory | No | |
| Receivables | No | |
| Payroll | No | |
Training & Support |
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| Athena Learning Centers | International Dancesport Studios | |
| Training | Staff Training On-Site and at Athena University On-going owner/center director support training | |
| Support | You can expect support in the following areas: Athena Total Solutions Products and Services: Math, Literacy, and Science Curriculum powered by Pearson Education In-Center and On line SAT/ACT Prep Courses by The Princeton Review Diagnostic in-center assessment On line homework help powered by Virtual Nerd Student Progress Tracking System Athena Center Management System, powered by Athena on Demand Automated Center Check-in System for Students Automatic Monthly Billing System Recommended Reading List with Books available for purchase in Center or online through the Athena Store Franchisee Support and Benefits: Athena Brand Recognition; proprietary marketing/advertising strategy plan Franchisee Intranet Communications and Marketing Portal Powered by Athena on Demand Athena Branded National/Local Website for all Athena Locations Owner Hotline via our Toll Free Number Staff Training On-Site and at Athena University Real Estate Location Services; demographic profiles, real estate lease support Turn-Key Interior Design/Build-Out services by industry leading architects/contractors/suppliers Camera Software/Hardware for off-site monitoring of your learning center in real-time Direct Local Marketing Solutions On-going owner/center director support and training Area of protected territory Develop a specified area through multi-unit ownership if you qualify No owner/Operator requirement | |
| Marketing | ||
| Operations | ||
Expansion Plans |
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| Athena Learning Centers | International Dancesport Studios | |
| US Expansion | Nationwide, Alabama, Alaska, Arizona, Arkansas, California, Colorado, Connecticut, Delaware, District of Columbia, Florida, Georgia, Guam, Hawaii, Idaho, Illinois, Indiana, Iowa, Kansas, Kentucky, Louisiana, Maine, Maryland, Massachusetts, Michigan, Minnesota, Mississippi, Missouri, Montana, Nebraska, Nevada, New Hampshire, New Jersey, New Mexico, New York, North Carolina, North Dakota, Ohio, Oklahoma, Oregon, Pennsylvania, Puerto Rico, Rhode Island, South Carolina, South Dakota, Tennessee, Texas, Utah, Vermont, Virginia, Washington, West Virginia, Wisconsin, Wyoming | |
| Canada Expansion | ||
| International Expansion |
Start-Up Costs and Fees Mobile |
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| Investment | |
| Athena Learning Centers | |
| International Dancesport Studios | |
| Franchise Fee | |
| Athena Learning Centers | |
| International Dancesport Studios | |
| Royalty Fee | |
| Athena Learning Centers | 7% |
| International Dancesport Studios | 10% |
| Advertising Fee | |
| Athena Learning Centers | 2% Nat'l $500/Mo Local |
| International Dancesport Studios | |
| Year Founded | |
| Athena Learning Centers | 2011 |
| International Dancesport Studios | 1996 |
| Year Franchised | |
| Athena Learning Centers | 2011 |
| International Dancesport Studios | 2003 |
| Term Of Agreement | |
| Athena Learning Centers | |
| International Dancesport Studios | |
| Renewal Fee | |
| Athena Learning Centers | |
| International Dancesport Studios | |
Business Experience Requirements |
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| Experience | |
| Athena Learning Centers | We are glad you have chosen to investigate Athena as a potential opportunity and we look forward to speaking to you, answering your questions, and developing a successful business relationship. We are currently looking for both single and multi-unit franchisees to open our Learning Centers. Franchisee candidates must meet certain qualifications to be considered for both single-unit and multi-unit franchise opportunities. In order to qualify for a single location, you will need a minimum net worth of $150,000 and liquid assets of $50,000. A good credit record / credit history is also required, evidenced by prompt payment of all financial obligations. Multi-unit candidates will be pre-qualified on an individual basis. Total Estimated Investment Range $66,000 to $146,000 The Initial Franchise Fee is $25,000. Franchisees pay royalties of 7% of gross sales, an advertising marketing fee of 2% of gross sales, and must purchase local advertising of at least $500 per month. Franchise candidates will be evaluated based on business abilities and experience, personal drive for success and financial strength. Athena Learning Center franchises are available for ambitious and entrepreneurial individuals willing to assume the risks - and eager to reap the rewards - of owning their own business. |
| International Dancesport Studios | |
Financing Options |
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| Franchise Fees | |
| Athena Learning Centers | |
| International Dancesport Studios | |
| Start-up Costs | |
| Athena Learning Centers | |
| International Dancesport Studios | |
| Equipment | |
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| International Dancesport Studios | |
| Inventory | |
| Athena Learning Centers | |
| International Dancesport Studios | |
| Receivables | |
| Athena Learning Centers | |
| International Dancesport Studios | |
| Payroll | |
| Athena Learning Centers | |
| International Dancesport Studios | |
Training & Support |
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| Training | |
| Athena Learning Centers | Staff Training On-Site and at Athena University On-going owner/center director support training |
| International Dancesport Studios | |
| Support | |
| Athena Learning Centers | You can expect support in the following areas: Athena Total Solutions Products and Services: Math, Literacy, and Science Curriculum powered by Pearson Education In-Center and On line SAT/ACT Prep Courses by The Princeton Review Diagnostic in-center assessment On line homework help powered by Virtual Nerd Student Progress Tracking System Athena Center Management System, powered by Athena on Demand Automated Center Check-in System for Students Automatic Monthly Billing System Recommended Reading List with Books available for purchase in Center or online through the Athena Store Franchisee Support and Benefits: Athena Brand Recognition; proprietary marketing/advertising strategy plan Franchisee Intranet Communications and Marketing Portal Powered by Athena on Demand Athena Branded National/Local Website for all Athena Locations Owner Hotline via our Toll Free Number Staff Training On-Site and at Athena University Real Estate Location Services; demographic profiles, real estate lease support Turn-Key Interior Design/Build-Out services by industry leading architects/contractors/suppliers Camera Software/Hardware for off-site monitoring of your learning center in real-time Direct Local Marketing Solutions On-going owner/center director support and training Area of protected territory Develop a specified area through multi-unit ownership if you qualify No owner/Operator requirement |
| International Dancesport Studios | |
| Marketing | |
| Athena Learning Centers | |
| International Dancesport Studios | |
| Operations | |
| Athena Learning Centers | |
| International Dancesport Studios | |
Expansion Plans |
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| US Expansion | |
| Athena Learning Centers | Nationwide, Alabama, Alaska, Arizona, Arkansas, California, Colorado, Connecticut, Delaware, District of Columbia, Florida, Georgia, Guam, Hawaii, Idaho, Illinois, Indiana, Iowa, Kansas, Kentucky, Louisiana, Maine, Maryland, Massachusetts, Michigan, Minnesota, Mississippi, Missouri, Montana, Nebraska, Nevada, New Hampshire, New Jersey, New Mexico, New York, North Carolina, North Dakota, Ohio, Oklahoma, Oregon, Pennsylvania, Puerto Rico, Rhode Island, South Carolina, South Dakota, Tennessee, Texas, Utah, Vermont, Virginia, Washington, West Virginia, Wisconsin, Wyoming |
| International Dancesport Studios | |
| Canada Expansion | |
| Athena Learning Centers | |
| International Dancesport Studios | |
| International Expansion | |
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| International Dancesport Studios | |