Recreation Franchise News

Cabin fever is leading to a huge increase in spring break cabin bookings at Yogi Bear's Jellystone Park Camp-Resorts.
March 3rd, 2021
New franchise organization, The Open Dør, is mitigating risk by providing a full suite of support services across real estate, zoning, regulatory compliance, and operational best practices.
February 17th, 2021
Yogi Bear’s Jellystone Park Camp-Resorts posted its 14th straight year of same-park sales in 2020.
February 16th, 2021
Atlanta Midtown and Duluth Fred Astaire Dance Studios are getting a visit from one of the world’s most famous dancers - “Dancing with the Stars,” Tony Dovolani.
January 22nd, 2021
The Yak Shak announced today that they will begin offering franchise store licenses this year.
January 13th, 2021
Yogi Bear’s Jellystone Park Camp-Resorts, North America’s leading family camping and glamping franchise, reported the largest single-month sales increase in its 51-year history in October.
December 17th, 2020
Same-park sales at Yogi Bear's Jellystone Park Camp-Resorts soared 21.8% during the third quarter as locked-down families ventured outdoors.
November 6th, 2020
Starting with the very first Monstrous putt in 2004, Monster Mini Golf has been setting the par for excellent family entertainment in communities across North America.
October 23rd, 2020
Same-park reservations at Yogi Bear’s Jellystone Park Camp-Resorts franchises are up 11% over 2019, despite many campgrounds not fully operating until June.
September 15th, 2020
Ninja Nation, America's leader in world-class obstacle course arenas, announces the opening of its fourth location in the U.S, its first franchise location and second location in the Dallas, Texas area.
August 26th, 2020
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Smash Park®, a West Des Moines based “eatertainment” concept, announced that it has launched a new program to sell franchises, beginning its nationwide expansion efforts.
July 31st, 2020
Yogi Bear’s Jellystone Park Camp-Resorts near Charlotte, Greensboro-Winston-Salem-Highpoint, Greenville-Spartanburg-Asheville, Raleigh-Durham and Wilmington are preparing to welcome families this weekend.
May 8th, 2020
Fred Astaire Dance Studios®, the world leader in ballroom dance lessons with more than 150 studios worldwide, announced plans to expand into Atlanta with a new studio opening planned for late summer, 2020.
May 5th, 2020
In an effort to help everyone Keep Playing!® while families are sheltering at home, TGA will be sharing online sports content and lessons designed for at-home use and school engagement with virtual classes.
April 2nd, 2020
roprietors Capital Holdings (PCH) announced today that it has reached an exclusive agreement for Canadian franchise rights of its Pedal Pub party bike business to Canadian partner, Pedal Pub Canada.
March 13th, 2020
Thrillz has created a flight plan for Charleston. The innovative family entertainment center that sends its guests soaring from two-story high obstacles announced its intentions to expand through franchising in Charleston.
March 9th, 2020
The innovative family entertainment center that sends its guests soaring from two-story high obstacles announced its intentions to expand through franchising in Virginia Beach.
March 4th, 2020
Leisure Systems, Inc. (LSI), the franchisor of Yogi Bear’s Jellystone Park Camp-Resorts, North America’s leading family camping and entertainment chain, has named Jon Burek executive vice president.
February 24th, 2020
The innovative family entertainment center that sends its guests soaring from two-story high obstacles announced its intentions to expand through franchising in Charlotte.
February 19th, 2020
SailTime Group, the world’s leading fractional boat membership franchise, announced the launch of PowerTime, a new boating membership program specializing in high-end powerboats and yachts.
February 13th, 2020
Ninja Nation today announced it will sponsor the first of its kind "Ninja For A Cause" event in downtown Summerlin in Las Vegas, Nevada on Monday, Feb. 17, Presidents Day.
February 12th, 2020
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Yogi Bear’s Jellystone Park Camp-Resorts, North America’s leading family camping and entertainment chain, has signed franchise agreements for three new parks to open this year in Michigan and New Hampshire.
February 11th, 2020
TGA Premier Sports (TGA) has been named to Entrepreneur’s Franchise 500® ranking, a distinction that the publication says indicates TGA is among companies “that continue to evolve to keep going strong year after year.”
February 5th, 2020
The innovative family entertainment center that sends its guests soaring from two-story high obstacles announced its intentions to expand through franchising in Milwaukee.
February 4th, 2020
The innovative family entertainment center that sends its guests soaring from two-story high obstacles announced its intentions to expand through franchising in Baltimore.
January 29th, 2020
Whether you are celebrating love as a couple or as a family, more than two dozen Yogi Bear’s Jellystone Park Camp-Resorts will be open Valentine’s Day weekend, with special events planned at a number of parks.
January 24th, 2020
Soccer Shots announced today that it has been named to Entrepreneur magazine’s Franchise 500® list, considered the world’s first, best and most comprehensive franchise ranking.
January 15th, 2020
TGA Premier Sports (Teach Grow Achieve) is proud to announce the 2019 award winners for the best in youth sports franchises.
January 13th, 2020
Thrillz, the innovative family entertainment center that sends its guests soaring from two-story high obstacles, announced its intentions to expand through franchising in Atlanta.
January 9th, 2020
Yogi Bear’s Jellystone Park Camp-Resorts, North America’s leading family camping and entertainment franchise, celebrated its 50th anniversary by posting record system sales for the 12th consecutive year.
December 16th, 2019
Ninja Nation today announced that it has launched The Ninja Nation Athlete Program, a group that will promote, nurture, and enhance the growing sport.
December 10th, 2019
Soccer Shots, the engaging children’s soccer program best known for its focus on character development, announced today it is expanding its Denver program’s presence into North Denver as well as Aurora.
November 27th, 2019
Soccer Shots, the engaging children’s soccer program best known for its focus on character development, announced today it is joining the Volusia County community.
November 27th, 2019
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Carolina Hemp Company is proud to announce that they are opening franchises in Rock Hill, South Carolina, Knoxville, Tennessee, Atlanta, Georgia, Wilmington, North Carolina, and Wake Forest, North Carolina.
October 29th, 2019
SailTime Group LLC, the world’s leading fractional boat membership franchise, recently announced the awarding of a new territory in Door County, Wisconsin.
October 25th, 2019
Yogi Bear’s Jellystone Park Camp-Resorts, on pace for its 11th consecutive year of record revenues, will hold a workshop for prospective investors and owners November 10 at the Embassy Suites in Charleston, South Carolina.
October 23rd, 2019
DivaDance®, the pop music-inspired dance class experience for adults with a mission to inspire confidence and build a community, is entering the Tampa market.
October 18th, 2019
Carolina Hemp Company is proud to announce that they are currently offering franchise opportunities to qualified candidates throughout the United States.
October 10th, 2019
Soccer Shots announced today that it has been ranked on Franchise Times’ Top 200+ list, the most comprehensive ranking of the 500 largest franchise systems in the United States.
October 9th, 2019
Today, Senior Helpers® announced the unveiling of the first Town Square®, an innovative adult day enrichment center tailored towards senior citizens, including those with Alzheimer's and dementia.
October 3rd, 2019
In announcing ambitious growth plans, company leadership set a goal of creating One Million Heroes - children and adults bettering themselves physically and mentally through unique and ever-changing Ninja Nation obstacle courses.
September 30th, 2019
Bolstered by millennials’ rapidly growing interest in camping, Yogi Bear’s Jellystone Park Camp-Resorts is on track for its 12th straight year of record sales as it celebrates its 50th anniversary.
September 20th, 2019
TGA Premier Sports (TGA) continues its nationwide expansion into its 77th U.S. market, California’s Central Coast.
September 18th, 2019
Thrillz, the innovative family entertainment center, inspired by America’s craze for ninja warrior-style challenges, announced its plans to expand through franchising.
September 12th, 2019
SailTime Group, the world’s leading fractional boating membership franchise, announced the opening of a new base in Barcelona, Spain.
September 9th, 2019
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Soccer Shots recently commemorated its 15th anniversary during a spirited four-day system-wide convention, celebrating the evolution of the brand and all the ways the best is yet to come for Soccer Shots.
September 3rd, 2019
Come celebrate with us on Saturday, September 7th. Big Air Trampoline Park® is thrilled to announce the Grand Opening of our new location in Branson, MO.
August 30th, 2019
Soccer Shots, the children’s soccer program best known for its focus on character development was ranked No. 3884 on the annual Inc. magazine’s Inc. 5000 list, the most prestigious ranking of the nation’s fastest-growing private...
August 19th, 2019
Soccer Shots was recently named a top franchise by Franchise Business Review in its 2019 reports on Top Franchises for Women and Top Service Franchises.
August 9th, 2019
Senior Helpers®, the nation's premier provider of in-home senior services, announced that Robert D. Pearce, MBA will join the company as Director of Business Operations of Town Square®.
August 6th, 2019
Senior Helpers®, the nation’s premier provider of in-home senior services, held the official groundbreaking event in Baltimore for the company’s inaugural Town Square® this week.
July 23rd, 2019
TGA Premier Sports (TGA), a leading youth sports organization specializing in introductory and recreational programs, announces the launch of a new TGA Premier Golf franchise in the Long Island, New York area.
July 16th, 2019
Soccer Shots, the engaging children’s soccer program best known for its focus on character development, announced today that it has been ranked in Forbes magazine’s “Best Franchises to Buy” for the second consecutive year.
July 12th, 2019
Extra Innings, America's leader of indoor baseball and softball training centers is proud to announce the expansion of another franchise.
June 25th, 2019
Extra Innings, America's leader of indoor baseball and softball training centers is proud to announce the expansion of another franchise.
June 14th, 2019
When Flip Flop Shops at PIER 39 opens its doors on June 14 at 10 a.m., everyone will know it is National Flip Flop Day.
June 12th, 2019
Blue Ox Axe Throwing is proud to announce that they are currently offering franchise opportunities to qualified candidates throughout the United States.
June 12th, 2019
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