16 frequently asked questions answered with data from the 2025 Franchise Disclosure Document.
The total initial investment to open a Arthur Murray Dance Studio franchise ranges from $71K to $252K (2025 FDD). This includes the franchise fee, equipment, build-out, inventory, and working capital needed before opening.
View full investment analysisThe initial franchise fee for Arthur Murray Dance Studio is $100K (2025 FDD). This one-time fee is paid to the franchisor when signing the franchise agreement and covers the right to use the brand, systems, and initial training.
View full investment analysisData sourced from the Arthur Murray Dance Studio 2025 Franchise Disclosure Document (FDD). Always review the most current FDD and consult with a franchise attorney before making investment decisions.
No, Arthur Murray Dance Studio does not require franchisees to have dedicated real estate (2025 FDD). This can significantly reduce startup costs and ongoing overhead.
View full investment analysisArthur Murray Dance Studio charges a royalty fee of 8.0% of gross sales (2025 FDD). This ongoing fee is typically paid weekly or monthly to the franchisor for continued use of the brand and support systems.
View full fees analysisThe total ongoing fee rate for a Arthur Murray Dance Studio franchise is approximately 10.0% of gross sales (2025 FDD). This includes the royalty fee, a 2.0% marketing/advertising fund contribution, a $150/month technology fee, and other recurring charges.
View full fees analysisArthur Murray Dance Studio has been involved in 1 litigation cases over the past 3 years (2025 FDD). There are no class action lawsuits pending.
View full litigation analysisNo, the Arthur Murray Dance Studio franchisor has no bankruptcy filings in their disclosure history (2025 FDD).
View full litigation analysisArthur Murray Dance Studio offers exclusive territory rights to its franchisees (2025 FDD). The franchise agreement includes encroachment protection, preventing the franchisor from placing another unit in your territory. Online sales are managed by the franchisor, not individual franchisees.
View full territory analysisArthur Murray Dance Studio currently operates 237 locations (2025 FDD) (237 franchised, 0 company-owned). The system grew by 3.0% over the past year. The 3-year compound annual growth rate is 1.8%.
View full growth analysisThe 1-year franchisee turnover rate for Arthur Murray Dance Studio is 1.7% (2025 FDD). This includes closures, terminations, non-renewals, and transfers. A lower turnover rate generally indicates higher franchisee satisfaction and system stability.
View full growth analysisArthur Murray Dance Studio does not include an Item 19 financial performance representation in their FDD (2025 FDD). This means the franchisor has chosen not to disclose revenue, profit, or other financial figures in the Franchise Disclosure Document.
View full financials analysisThe initial franchise agreement term for Arthur Murray Dance Studio is 5 years (2025 FDD). The total potential term is 5 years.
View full contract analysisArthur Murray Dance Studio's post-termination non-compete clause restricts former franchisees from operating a competing business for 2 years within 25 miles of the former location (2025 FDD).
View full legal analysisYes, Arthur Murray Dance Studio's franchise agreement requires mandatory arbitration for dispute resolution (2025 FDD).
View full legal analysisArthur Murray Dance Studio provides 120 hours of initial training over approximately 2 weeks (2025 FDD). Ongoing field support is provided on a as-needed basis.
View full support analysisYes, Arthur Murray Dance Studio provides site selection assistance to help franchisees find the right location (2025 FDD). The franchisor also provides technology support and systems.
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