J.W. Tumbles vs Busy Bodies Franchise Comparison

Below is an in-depth analysis and side-by-side comparison of J.W. Tumbles vs Busy Bodies including start-up costs and fees, business experience requirements, training & support and financing options.

Start-Up Costs and Fees
 
J.W. Tumbles Franchise
Busy Bodies Franchise
Investment $155,150 - $225,900$15,000 - And Up
Franchise Fee $42,900$15,000
Royalty Fee $500/mo.7-8%
Advertising Fee --
Year Founded 1985-
Year Franchised 1993-
Term Of Agreement --
Term Of Agreement --
Renewal Fee --


Business Experience Requirements
 
J.W. Tumbles Franchise
Busy Bodies Franchise
Experience
  • General business experience
  • Marketing skills
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    Financing Options
     
    J.W. Tumbles Franchise
    Busy Bodies Franchise
      In-House/3rd PartyIn-House/3rd Party
    Franchise Fees No/No-/-
    Start-up Costs No/No-/-
    Equipment No/No-/-
    Inventory No/No-/-
    Receivables No/No-/-
    Payroll No/No-/-

    Training & Support
     
    J.W. Tumbles Franchise
    Busy Bodies Franchise
    Training

    In addition to the mandatory initial franchise training, we also offer optional training by request. An annual meeting as well as business training is also available.

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    Support Meetings, Toll-free phone line, Grand opening, Internet-
    Marketing Co-op advertising, Ad slicks-
    Operations International franchisees required to buy multiple units/master licenses; 30% of all franchisees own more than one unit

    Number of employees needed to run franchised unit: 6

    Absentee ownership of franchise is NOT allowed. (90% of current franchisees are owner/operators)

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    Expansion Plans
     
    J.W. Tumbles Franchise
    Busy Bodies Franchise
    US Expansion Yes-
    Canada Expansion No-
    International Expansion Yes-

    Company Overviews

    About J.W. Tumbles

    Fewer than half of American children get the exercise they need for good health, and only about one-third of elementary and secondary schools offer daily physical education classes. Jeff and Melissa Woods opened the first J.W. Tumbles in Solano Beach, California, in 1985, hoping to remedy this situation. The company opened its first franchise operation in Tucson, Arizona.

    J.W. Tumbles is a skill- and confidence-building program that promotes self-esteem and physical health in children aged 4 months to 9 years. Each class in its 'Fun'damentals program delivers challenging, noncompetitive activities. The program focuses on improving motor skills, spatial awareness, manipulative skills, coordination, balance, agility, flexibility, rhythm, strength, social awareness and sportsmanship. Franchisees can teach the program at their locations or use a van to take the fitness programs to schools. The company also offers summer and winter camps.

    About Busy Bodies

    One System, Multiple Programs.  The Whole Child Franchise opportunity is unique. A business that makes a positive difference in the lives of children, is inexpensive to run, and ultimately flexible to develop the work-life balance you desire.


    Any one of our stand alone franchise programs (Busy Bodies/Yo Yo Yoga) is attractively priced at $15,000. For a limited time we are offering a bundled option of all four franchise programs for $29,500. The Whole Child  is the only company in our sector that offers financing through our Flex-Financing program to exceptional candidates.

    *Low startup cost
    *Low overhead - No commercial location to maintain
    *Extensive initial training in your territory and ongoing support
    *Proven marketing system
    *Comprehensive online franchise management tool
    *Continuous curriculum development by our Educator Development Team
    *The most innovative enrichment programs available
    *Multiple disciplines offer maximum flexibility in the marketplace

    The Power of Small

    In this new economy retreat to the safety of a low cost, home managed business in the children's educational sector.

    *Services are low cost, high value
    *Affordable classes are successful across the socioeconomic spectrum
    *Build a client/customer base enrolled in ongoing classes, creating consistent revenue
    *High student retention rate - once children enroll they stay enrolled
    *Seasonal and special event programs boost revenue
    *Multiple programs + a variety of formats = flexibility to respond to the needs of your market
    *In demand - parents continue to spend on education in the current economy
    *Security - you will never fire yourself