Kids 'N' Clay Pottery Studio vs Launch Trampoline Park Franchise Comparison

Below is an in-depth analysis and side-by-side comparison of Kids 'N' Clay Pottery Studio vs Launch Trampoline Park including start-up costs and fees, business experience requirements, training & support and financing options.

Start-Up Costs and Fees

 
Kids 'N' Clay Pottery Studio Franchise
Launch Trampoline Park Franchise
Investment $70,000 - $117,000$1,875,400 - $4,428,200
Franchise Fee $30,000$50,000
Royalty Fee 7%6%
Advertising Fee -1%
Year Founded 19882012
Year Franchised 20052013
Term Of Agreement 10 years-
Term Of Agreement 10 years-
Renewal Fee --


Business Experience Requirements

 
Kids 'N' Clay Pottery Studio Franchise
Launch Trampoline Park Franchise
Experience --

Financing Options

 
Kids 'N' Clay Pottery Studio Franchise
Launch Trampoline Park Franchise
  In-House/3rd PartyIn-House/3rd Party
Franchise Fees No/Yes-/-
Start-up Costs No/Yes-/-
Equipment No/Yes-/-
Inventory No/Yes-/-
Receivables No/Yes-/-
Payroll No/Yes-/-

Training & Support

 
Kids 'N' Clay Pottery Studio Franchise
Launch Trampoline Park Franchise
Training - On-The-Job Training: 70 hours Classroom Training: 50 hours
Support Meetings, Toll-free phone line, Grand opening, Internet, Security/safety procedures, Field operations/evaluations, Purchasing cooperativesPurchasing Co-ops Newsletter Meetings/Conventions Grand Opening Online Support Security/Safety Procedures Field Operations Site Selection Franchisee Intranet Platform
Marketing Ad slicks, Regional advertisingCo-op Advertising Ad Templates National Media Regional Advertising Social media SEO Website development Email marketing
Operations Franchise can be run from home.

International franchisees required to buy multiple units/master licenses

Number of employees needed to run franchised unit: 3 - 15

Absentee ownership of franchise is allowed. (100% of current franchisees are owner/operators)

Absentee Ownership Allowed

Expansion Plans

 
Kids 'N' Clay Pottery Studio Franchise
Launch Trampoline Park Franchise
US Expansion YesYes
Canada Expansion No-
International Expansion YesYes

Company Overviews

About Kids 'N' Clay Pottery Studio

A Unique and proven "wet clay" Ceramics Studio Program!
Kids 'N' Clay has been changing the lives of children since 1988...we are now looking for other individuals who share the same passion for creating a positive influence on children's lives.  
Create an exciting & fulfilling new career!
Working in the arts, positively impacting the lives of children, and being your own boss presents a dream-come-true career opportunity. We are very excited to share this opportunity at this time, as Kids 'N' Clay fits into one of America's hottest franchising trends: kids and educational and developmental enrichment.   Parents realize the importance of arts education in the full development of children. With the ongoing budget problems facing our school systems, most schools have cut these all important programs that provide a "full" education of our children! According to the president of one arts-based business with 117 franchises, parents want programs that round out a child's skills and open them up to explore new possibilities. Kids 'N' Clay does exactly that; Kids 'N' Clay focuses on the "real life" benefits of arts education; creative problem solving, pride, accomplishment and comradeship.  


Nationally recognized programs!
Kids 'N' Clay Pottery Studio is nationally recognized for its innovative programs, providing an ideal environment for children to explore their creativity while learning the craft of ceramics. The very popular book "The Kids 'N' Clay Ceramics Book" has propelled Kids 'N' Clay into national and international recognition.   Kids 'N' Clay offers affordable ongoing weekly classes for kids 3 to 18 years of age. In addition to the after school and weekend classes, the studio offers birthday parties, corporate parties and other special functions. The space, staffing and equipment also allows each franchise to offer, if they choose, a paint-your-own ceramics program, in addition to the wet clay "core" business.   Do you share our vision and passion? Do you share our passion for creating a positive influence in children's lives? Then this is the business opportunity for you. It's not necessary to have experience in the arts or ceramics, as your part-time staff will be drawn from local colleges and trained in the Kids 'N' Clay teaching styles and methods.  Kids 'N' Clay adheres to the following goals to encourage a positive impact on the lives of children and their creativity:
*  To encourage the creative spirit in every child
*  To enrich and inspire the creative genius possessed by every individual
*  To create an environment that initiates creative problem-solving
*  To inspire young people to enjoy the pride that comes with accomplishment and the joy of working and cooperating with others
*  To inspire children to discover their unique place in the world
*  To help children express themselves so they can find their own creative paths
*  To create a positive impact on children's lives, by allowing them to make their own decisions, including mistakes, as part of their creative process and personal development
*  To create a studio environment that encourages students to express themselves freely, without limitations, something that is sometimes lacking in traditional learning environments


About Launch Trampoline Park

Launch was started by Ty Law, a retired NFL cornerback who was a three-time Super Bowl Champion with the New England Patriots.  Unlike many players who want the high-profile life of owning a bar or fancy restaurant, Ty and his business advisors focused on a business for its financial merits alone.   With low operating costs, operations that can be managed remotely and the opportunity for great returns, Launch provided a business opportunity unlike any other.

Sections of the Launch franchise:
With a variety of activities available, there is plenty to do for first timers and enough variety to keep the thrill going for returning jumpers. Our primary target market is families with children ages 4 to 14. Secondary target audiences are high school and college students.Open Jump is the perfect opportunity for anyone who is ready to let loose and LAUNCH off the walls and is available for all ages and abilities.  Open Jump gives jumpers access to all areas of the park. Each session is designed to encourage all family members to join the excitement and exercise of “jumping to the music.” In addition, each park has designated times throughout the week for specific groups (college night, teen night, group exercise and corporate events). Each Park is comprised of the following areas:
Main Court
Comprised of adjoining trampolines that span the floor and walls to create one GIANT bouncing surface, our main jumping court is the perfect place for anyone to let loose and LAUNCH!
Kid's Court
This is the perfect place for little ones to launch high with others of their own size. The Kid’s Jumper is one-fourth of the size of the Main Jumper and is reserved for children under 42 inches tall.
Dodge Ball Courts
These are main attractions.  In a 240 square foot space, the Dodgeball Court is home to ongoing, public games of this popular activity. This is a perfect place, whether you come alone, as part of a birthday party, or with a group of friends, to socialize, meet new people and get active.
Slam dunk basketball
Slam dunk like a pro! Enjoy the exhilaration of getting above the rim and slamming it home!
Foam Pit
Launch yourself high in the air and experience the thrill of new tricks to amaze your friends before landing in our enormous pit of foam.
Launch Cafe
Whether you are a jumper or a parent taking a break, the Café is the place to go. With a variety of drinks and food, patrons can get away and have a snack, enjoy free WiFi or take in telecasts on the flat screen TV’s, all while still keeping track of what is going on in the Launch Pad.
The Launch Arcade
Another dimension of the Launch experience is the Launch Arcade where friends can challenge each other with some of the most popular games. This is also an ideal add-on for birthday parties, group events and fundraisers and creates additional revenue opportunities with no direct costs of operating because all machines are provided on a revenue-sharing basis.


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