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Aqua-Tots Swim School vs Lightbridge Academy

Franchise Comparison 2026

Both Aqua-Tots Swim School and Lightbridge Academy are education franchises. Aqua-Tots Swim School requires an investment of $1.6M – $2.9M while Lightbridge Academy requires $1.0M – $2.7M. In terms of revenue, Lightbridge Academy reports higher average unit revenue at $2.5M. Note: Combines different outlet types in one figure. Lightbridge Academy has SBA lending data on file with a 0.0% charge-off rate. FranchiseVerdict rates Aqua-Tots Swim School B (Above average) and Lightbridge Academy A (Strongest tier).

Investment Range
$1.6M – $2.9M
$1.0M – $2.7M
Franchise Fee
$50K
$50K
Royalty Rate
6.0%
7.0%
Average Revenue (Item 19)
$1.1M
$2.5MCombined outlet types
SBA Charge-Off Rate
N/A
0.0% (41 loans)
Total Units
139
81
Unit Growth (YoY)
N/A
N/A
Year Began Franchising
2007
2011
FDD Year
2026
2025