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Aqua-Tots Swim School Named to the 2026 Franchise Times T

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Aqua-Tots Swim School has been named to the 2026 Franchise Times Top 400. Franchise Times lists Aqua-Tots at #264, placing the brand among the largest franchise systems in the country.

What the Franchise Times Top 400 Measures

The Franchise Times Top 400 is an annual ranking of the largest U.S.-based franchise systems by global systemwide sales. Franchise Times describes it as the product of a five-month research and reporting effort. Because the list is built on sales rather than popularity or survey sentiment, it gives prospective franchise owners a useful look at the scale of a brand. [Add 2026 figures from the Aqua-Tots listing here, such as system sales and total locations.]

A Brand Built on Growth and Purpose

Founded in 1991, Aqua-Tots is the largest international provider of year-round, indoor swim instruction, with more than 185 locations across 14 countries and 90 more in development. Our locations deliver more than five million swim lessons every year to children from four months to 12 years old, of all abilities.

Behind those numbers is a mission: teaching children to become safe, confident swimmers for life. That purpose sustains demand for what our franchise owners do every day.

A Strong Year of Recognition

The Top 400 adds to a year of national recognition for Aqua-Tots, including:

See the full list on our Awards & Accolades page.

What This Means for Prospective Franchise Owners

A place on the Top 400 reflects the scale of the Aqua-Tots system, and the strengths behind it: a proven curriculum, year-round indoor facilities, and training and support for every owner. If you’re looking for a franchise that pairs business growth with community impact, Aqua-Tots is worth a closer look.

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