Source: FranopolisArthur Murray International
Arthur Murray Dance Studios provide private and group dance instruction for individuals and couples, including lessons for social dancing and special events. The concept operates through local dance studios, where instructors teach students and studios may host practice sessions and dance events.
What It Costs
SourcesWhere Your Startup Money Goes
| Cost | Disclosed Amount | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Additional funds 3 months low | $10,000 to $25,000 | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 21 Additional funds 3 months $10,000 to $25,000 |
| Total estimated initial investment low | $122,500 to $407,625 | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 21 Total estimated initial investment $122,500 to $407,625 |
| Initial Franchise Fee low | $25,000 | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 21 Initial Franchise Fee $25,000 to $25,000 |
| Leasehold security deposit low | $8,500 to $25,500 | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 21 Leasehold security deposit $8,500 to $25,500 |
| Initial Franchise Fee high | $25,000 | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 21 Initial Franchise Fee $25,000 to $25,000 |
| Signage graphics low | $5,500 to $15,000 | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 21 Signage graphics $5,500 to $15,000 |
| Miscellaneous expenses low | $2,500 to $7,625 | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 21 Miscellaneous expenses $2,500 to $7,625 |
| Leasehold Improvements low | $50,000 to $250,000 | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 21 Leasehold Improvements $50,000 to $250,000 |
| Business licenses permits low | $500 to $3,000 | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 21 Business licenses permits $500 to $3,000 |
| Grand opening marketing high | $5,000 | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 21 Grand opening marketing $5,000 to $5,000 |
| Furniture fixtures equipment utilities low | $15,000 to $40,000 | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 21 Furniture fixtures equipment utilities $15,000 to $40,000 |
| Professional fees low | $500 to $3,000 | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 21 Professional fees $500 to $3,000 |
| Design architecture engineering low | $0 to $8,500 | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 21 Design architecture engineering $0 to $8,500 |
| Grand opening marketing low | $5,000 | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 21 Grand opening marketing $5,000 to $5,000 |
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
- Initial Franchise Fee
- The initial franchise fee is $25,000.
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Fees And Payment Terms
| Fee | Disclosed Terms | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Required meeting damages | $1,000 per meeting or event | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 19 |
| Digital advertising platform fee low | Approximately 5% to 10% of your third-party media spend | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 17 |
| Royalty rate high | 5% - 10% of weekly gross receipts | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 15 |
| Default period | within any 24-month period | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 20 |
| Minimum annual royalty receipt base | assumed annual gross receipts of $175,000 | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 19 |
| Contest award fee high | $50 to $200 per person | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 15 |
| Website fee estimate monthly | estimated to be $350 per month | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 17 |
| Historical lobbying fee | charge was $3,800 | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 16 |
| Referral staff experience requirement | at least 2 years of in-studio experience | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 14 |
| Digital advertising platform fee high | Approximately 5% to 10% of your third-party media spend | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 17 |
| Advertising and PR spend minimum | spend at least 12% of the Studio’s annual gross receipts | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 20 |
| Administrative fee per late report | $100 per report past due | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 18 |
| Contest award fee low | $50 to $200 per person | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 15 |
| Initial franchise fee | The initial franchise fee is $25,000. | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 14 |
| Unauthorized event revenue share | 25% of revenues or other consideration | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 18 |
| National ad contribution max | Up to 2% of weekly gross receipts | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 15 |
| Referral incentive | referral incentive in the amount of $10,000 | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 14 |
| Brochures/step charts startup purchase | at a cost of approximately $120. | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 14 |
| Standard royalty rate | Our standard royalty is 8%. | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 19 |
| Trademark infringement percentage | 25% of weekly gross receipts | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 16 |
| Royalty rate low | 5% - 10% of weekly gross receipts | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 15 |
| Multiple defaults threshold | defaults ... on 2 or more separate occasions | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 20 |
| Agenda Master monthly fee expected | We expect the fee to be $150 per month | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 17 |
| Interest monthly rate | 1½% per month | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 15 |
| Personal lesson reimbursement | currently is $50 for each personal lesson | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 15 |
| Royalty sharing term | for a period of 5 years | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 20 |
| Royalty share rate | in the amount of 3% of the 8% of gross receipts paid to us | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 20 |
| Annual lesson rate increase max | up to 10% per year | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 15 |
Some fees apply only to a specific event or service. These are not all monthly expenses.
SourcesInside The FDD
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05Fees Paid To Get Started
The disclosed initial franchise fee is $25,000.
2026 FDD · PDF Page 14 · Item 5 · View Source
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Source NotesThe initial franchise fee is $25,000.
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