Source: FranopolisAmerican Poolplayers Association
American Poolplayers Association franchises operate amateur pool leagues for players of all skill levels. League Operators organize and administer leagues, recruit members and teams, develop host locations such as bars and pool halls, and host pool-related events. The business serves poolplayers, team members, and owners or managers of establishments that host league play. Franchisees receive training in APA procedures, marketing, league software, and franchise management, along with ongoing operational and marketing support.
The Business
SourcesThe current franchisor began offering franchises in 1982.
2026 FDD · PDF Page 7 · Item 1 · View Source
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Source NotesWe have offered franchised local pool league businesses since 1982.
What It Costs
SourcesYour location, business format and operating plan can change the total.
Where Your Startup Money Goes
| Cost | Disclosed Amount | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Training Seminar I Expenses | $1,956 to $2,856 | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 25 Training Seminar I Expenses $1,956 to $2,856 |
| Total Estimated Initial Investment | $22,220 to $30,759 | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 26 Total Estimated Initial Investment $22,219.56 to $30,758.56 |
| Broadband Internet Access | $300 | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 25 Broadband Internet Access $300 for 3 months |
| Initial Inventory | $0 | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 25 Initial Inventory $0 |
| Attorney / Accountant fees | $4,000 | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 26 Attorney/ Accountant fees $4,000 |
| Initial Franchise Fee | $10,000 to $14,000 | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 25 Initial Franchise Fee Based on Population of Territory; $10,000 to $14,000 (Note B) |
| Insurance | $799 | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 25 Insurance $798.56 |
| Real Estate & Improvements | $0 | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 25 Real Estate & Improvements $0 |
| Additional Funds - 3 months | $3,000 | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 26 Additional Funds -3 months $3,000 |
| Equipment / Computer Software and Hardware | $2,165 to $5,804 | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 25 Equipment/ Computer Software and Hardware $2,165 to $5,804 |
Line items are shown as disclosed. Some costs overlap or apply to different formats; do not add them together without reviewing the source.
SourcesKey Franchise Fees
- Marketing & Advertising
- Maximum - 5% of gross revenue.
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Fees And Payment Terms
| Fee | Disclosed Terms | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Territory Expansion Fee | $2,000 plus $100 for each increment of 10,000 people, or portion thereof, residing in the territory being added to your Territory | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 18 |
| Supplier And Product Testing Fees | $500 or the actual cost APA incurs to test or evaluate a supplier or product | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 20 |
| Royalty on Merchandise With APA Marks | You must pay us 5% of the purchase price (including tax) of merchandise bearing any APA Mark purchased for resale from a vendor other than an APA Licensed Supplier, if you choose to purchase such merchandise | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 13 |
| Insurance Premium | In 2026, the annual premium is $798.56. | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 21 |
| Software Support And Maintenance Fee | $426 per year. | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 14 |
| Franchise Transfer Fee | $2,000, except when the transfer solely consists of the current franchisee’s spouse taking on partial ownership of the franchise, in which case the fee is $500. | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 18 |
| Insufficient Funds Fee | $25 bank fee charged upon an Automatic Clearing House (ACH) transfer from your business account being denied due to you having insufficient funds to cover the costs of the failed transfer. | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 15 |
| Additional Training Weekend Fee | and between $100 and $250 (depending on the representative) for each weekend day that the representative is in your Territory | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 40 |
| Advertising | Maximum - 5% of gross revenue. | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 14 |
| Player Membership Fee | The Annual APA Membership Fee is currently $30 per player per year. | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 12 |
| Hotel Sub Block Late Payment Fee | Initial late fee of $50, then $25 thereafter for each additional calendar day late, up to a maximum of $250. | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 16 |
| Reduced Player Membership Fee | Members joining late in a calendar year may be allowed to pay a reduced Membership Fee, which is currently $15. | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 13 |
| Interim Manager Fee | $800 per week | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 18 |
| Weekly Royalty | 20% of the Basic Weekly Fee charged each team weekly and on certain other revenue. | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 12 |
| Hotel Sub Block Late Fee | Initial late fee of $50, then $25 thereafter for each additional calendar day late, up to a maximum of $250 | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 16 |
| Additional Training Fee | you must pay our daily fee of between $50 and $250 per day for each week day that the representative is in your Territory | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 40 |
Some fees apply only to a specific event or service. These are not all monthly expenses.
SourcesSee how the disclosed startup costs fit your cash, reserves, and financing plans.
Your Role As An Owner
SourcesThe Manager must personally manage the Franchised League and ensure compliance with the Franchise Agreement and the franchisor’s high standards.
2026 FDD · PDF Page 50 · Item 15 · View Source
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Source NotesThe Manager must personally manage the Franchised League and ensure compliance with the Franchise Agreement and our high standards.
Territory
SourcesThe boundaries of your Territory may be county lines, or other types of boundaries, including constructed improvements like public roads.
2026 FDD · PDF Page 43 · Item 12 · View Source
Read The Disclosed Requirements
Your initial Franchise Agreement with APA, will be for a two-year Conditional Term.
2026 FDD · PDF Page 44 · Item 12 · View Source
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The boundaries of your Territory may be county lines, or other types of boundaries, including constructed improvements like public roads.
Source NotesYour initial Franchise Agreement with APA, will be for a two-year Conditional Term.
A disclosed territory policy does not confirm that your preferred area is available. Ask the franchisor about the specific area you are considering.
Training & Support
SourcesThe franchisor does not currently have an advertising fund or program for League Operators to participate in.
2026 FDD · PDF Page 42 · Item 11 · View Source
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Source NotesWe do not currently have an advertising fund or program for League Operators to participate in.
The Franchise Network
SourcesReported At Year-End 2025
| Year | Franchised At Year-End | Company-Owned At Year-End | Total At Year-End | Source |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | 325 | 4 | 329 | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 57 · Item 20 |
| 2024 | 335 | 5 | — | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 57 · Item 20 |
| 2025 | 356 | 2 | — | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 57 · Item 20 |
These are reported outlet counts, not available territories or a measure of profitability. A dash means a count is not available in this record.
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2023 Year-End Counts
Franchised 2023 313 325 +12
Company Owned 2023 6 4 -2
Total Outlets 2023 319 329 +10
2024 Year-End Counts
Franchised 2024 325 335 +10
Company Owned 2024 4 5 +1
2025 Year-End Counts
Franchised 2025 335 356 +21
SourcesCompany Owned 2025 5 2 -3
Inside The FDD
SourcesPlain-language summaries of the available FDD information. Each summary links to its source, with original excerpts available to review.
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01The Business And Its Ownership
The current franchisor began offering franchises in 1982.
2026 FDD · PDF Page 7 · Item 1 · View Source
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Source NotesWe have offered franchised local pool league businesses since 1982.
02The Leadership Team
The leadership team listed in the FDD includes Jon Haynie (Director), Michael Bell (Director), Olendia Bell (Director/Treasurer) and Greg Fletcher (Director/President).
2026 FDD · PDF Page 9 · Item 2 · View Source
Stacy Rea has served as APA’s Secretary since December, 2021. She has been a member of APA’s Board of Directors since December, 2019.
2026 FDD · PDF Page 10 · Item 2 · View Source
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Director: Jon Haynie
Director: Michael Bell
Director/Treasurer: Olendia Bell
Director/President: Greg Fletcher
Source NotesStacy Rea has served as APA’s Secretary since December, 2021. She has been a member of APA’s Board of Directors since December, 2019.
04Bankruptcy Disclosure
This FDD reports no bankruptcy matters that require disclosure under Item 4.
2026 FDD · PDF Page 11 · Item 4 · View Source
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Source NotesNo bankruptcy information is required to be disclosed in this item.
07Estimated Startup Investment
The FDD estimates a total startup investment of $22,219.56 to $30,758.56. Review the listed costs and any conditions before setting your own startup budget.
2026 FDD · PDF Page 26 · Item 7 · View Source
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Source NotesTotal Estimated Initial Investment $22,219.56 to $30,758.56
08Suppliers And Required Purchases
You must purchase a personal computer, printer and related equipment to run the Software Program and administer the Franchised League.
2026 FDD · PDF Page 28 · Item 8 · View Source
You are required to have Broadband Internet access, but are prohibited from having internet service provided by satellite.
2026 FDD · PDF Page 28 · Item 8 · View Source
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You must purchase a personal computer, printer and related equipment to run the Software Program and administer the Franchised League.
Source NotesYou are required to have Broadband Internet access, but are prohibited from having internet service provided by satellite.
11Support, Training And Advertising
The franchisor does not currently have an advertising fund or program for League Operators to participate in.
2026 FDD · PDF Page 42 · Item 11 · View Source
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Source NotesWe do not currently have an advertising fund or program for League Operators to participate in.
12Territory
The boundaries of your Territory may be county lines, or other types of boundaries, including constructed improvements like public roads.
2026 FDD · PDF Page 43 · Item 12 · View Source
Your initial Franchise Agreement with APA, will be for a two-year Conditional Term.
2026 FDD · PDF Page 44 · Item 12 · View Source
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The boundaries of your Territory may be county lines, or other types of boundaries, including constructed improvements like public roads.
Source NotesYour initial Franchise Agreement with APA, will be for a two-year Conditional Term.
14Patents, Copyrights And Proprietary Information
The Official Team Manual has been registered with the Registrar of Copyrights. The other materials have not been registered.
2026 FDD · PDF Page 49 · Item 14 · View Source
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Source NotesThe Official Team Manual has been registered with the Registrar of Copyrights. The other materials have not been registered.
15Owner Participation
The Manager must personally manage the Franchised League and ensure compliance with the Franchise Agreement and the franchisor’s high standards.
2026 FDD · PDF Page 50 · Item 15 · View Source
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Source NotesThe Manager must personally manage the Franchised League and ensure compliance with the Franchise Agreement and our high standards.
16Products And Services You Can Sell
You may not promote any non-APA business or enterprise to the franchisor’s Members and may not solicit, market or sell to Members any goods or services that are not directly related to your Franchised League, without the franchisor’s written permission.
2026 FDD · PDF Page 51 · Item 16 · View Source
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Source NotesYou may not promote any non-APA business or enterprise to our Members and may not solicit, market or sell to Members any goods or services that are not directly related to your Franchised League, without our written permission.
20Franchise Locations
At the end of 2025, the FDD reports 356 franchised locations and 2 company-owned locations. These are reported locations, not a count of territories available to buy.
2026 FDD · PDF Page 57 · Item 20 · View Source
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21Franchisor Financial Statements
Exhibit P contains the franchisor’s audited financial statements covering 2025, 2024, 2023. These statements describe the franchisor’s finances, not a franchise owner’s earnings.
2026 FDD · PDF Page 74 · Item 21 · View Source
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Source NotesAttached to this Disclosure Document as Exhibit P are our audited fiscal year-end financial statements for 2025, 2024, and 2023.
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