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LAST UPDATED: November 2023FRANCHISE WEBSITE:&nbsp;<a href="https://www.freedomboatclub.com/?utm_source=1851franchise.com&amp%3Butm_medium=article&amp%3Butm_campaign=franchise-deep-dive-freedom-boat-club-franchise-costs-fees-profit-and-data-2724235&utm_source=1851franchise.com&utm_medium=article&utm_campaign=franchise-deep-dive-freedom-boat-club-franchise-costs-fees-profit-and-data-2724235" target="_blank" rel="nofollow">https://www.freedomboatclub.com/franchisee</a>&nbsp;NUMBER OF LOCATIONS: 385+&nbsp;REPORTED COST TO GET IN: $222,500 - $500,500REPORTED ROI (Item 19): N/A<a href="https://www.freedomboatclub.com/franchisee?utm_source=1851franchise.com&utm_medium=article&utm_campaign=franchise-deep-dive-freedom-boat-club-franchise-costs-fees-profit-and-data-2724235" target="_blank" rel="nofollow">Freedom Boat Club</a> is a membership-based business that offers hassle-free, recreational boating. Now, with 400 locations across the globe, the brand continues to see steady growth.The brand was first founded in Sarasota, Florida in 1989 and was, at the time, a revolutionary concept. In 2019, Freedom Boat Club was acquired by Brunswick Corporation, a well-established brand in the marine industry with a portfolio including Bayliner Boats, Boston Whaler, Cypress Cay Pontoon Boats and Sea Ray.<h3>How Many Freedom Boat Club Locations Are There?</h3>Freedom Boat Club has 385-plus locations with clubs throughout 35 U.S. states, in addition to locations in Australia, Denmark, Canada, France, Spain and the United Kingdom.<h3>What Is Freedom Boat Club’s Business Model?</h3>Freedom Boat Club’s mission is to make boating safer, simpler and more economical. This mission is evident in the customer experience the brand offers: the franchise buys and maintains the boats, and provides free training with certified captains to boaters. After paying an entry fee and monthly dues, members are able to borrow any boat as often as they wish.&nbsp;The brand is currently seeking franchisees who have a passion for boating and share the brand’s vision of making the boating lifestyle more accessible. The brand has hundreds of locations across the U.S., Canada and Europe.<h3>How Much Can Freedom Boat Club Franchise Owners Make?</h3>Freedom Boat Club does not have a publicly available Item 19. To learn more, contact the team about reading the Franchise Disclosure Document (FDD), which will state the total earnings of any company or franchise-owned unit as a reference.<h3>How Much Does It Cost To Open a Freedom Boat Club Franchise?</h3>The reported investment required to open a Freedom Boat Club franchise ranges from $222,500 and $500,500. Franchise owners are also required to pay an ongoing 6% royalty fee.<h3>What Is the Franchise Fee for Freedom Boat Club?</h3>The franchise fee to open a Freedom Boat Club location is $50K.&nbsp;<h3>Who’s On Freedom Boat Club’s Leadership Team?</h3><ul><li><a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/cecil-cohn-61b67a/?utm_source=1851franchise.com&utm_medium=article&utm_campaign=franchise-deep-dive-freedom-boat-club-franchise-costs-fees-profit-and-data-2724235" target="_blank" rel="nofollow">Cecil Cohn — President</a></li><li>Scott Ward — Vice President and General Manager of Freedom Boat Club Corporate-Owned Territory</li><li><a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/louis-chemi-81003a1/?utm_source=1851franchise.com&utm_medium=article&utm_campaign=franchise-deep-dive-freedom-boat-club-franchise-costs-fees-profit-and-data-2724235" target="_blank" rel="nofollow">Louis Chemi — Vice President of Freedom Franchise Systems, LLC</a></li><li><a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/theboatanista/?utm_source=1851franchise.com&utm_medium=article&utm_campaign=franchise-deep-dive-freedom-boat-club-franchise-costs-fees-profit-and-data-2724235" target="_blank" rel="nofollow">Lisa Almeida —&nbsp;Franchise/Marina Development</a></li></ul><h3>What Helpful Articles Can I Read to Learn More About Freedom Boat Club?</h3><ul><li><a href="https://boatingindustry.com/news/2023/01/10/freedom-boat-club-again-named-on-entrepreneurs-franchise-500-list/?utm_source=1851franchise.com&utm_medium=article&utm_campaign=franchise-deep-dive-freedom-boat-club-franchise-costs-fees-profit-and-data-2724235" target="_blank" rel="nofollow">Freedom Boat Club again named on Entrepreneur’s Franchise 500 List</a></li><li><a href="https://www.brunswick.com/news/press-releases/detail/748/freedom-boat-club-ranks-on-entrepreneur-magazines?utm_source=1851franchise.com&utm_medium=article&utm_campaign=franchise-deep-dive-freedom-boat-club-franchise-costs-fees-profit-and-data-2724235" target="_blank" rel="nofollow">Freedom Boat Club Ranks on Entrepreneur Magazine’s Franchise 500 List for 7th Consecutive Year</a></li><li><a href="https://finance.yahoo.com/news/freedom-boat-club-announces-plans-100000110.html?guccounter=1&amp%3Bguce_referrer=aHR0cHM6Ly93d3cuZ29vZ2xlLmNvbS8&amp%3Bguce_referrer_sig=AQAAAIfDWGNa1K6uGz4DZd1q4CTipKO0to7oKdHWaDjcNxBAXHpHq86mqkB6jSLNqkjFhxLEUrB0FD4ZXcmzp5mNz740aSz-LXLtpEBSQtroXYWLMkK7Y16cUH3Z54QSAxtvoa7Vt7KANxgrwA-xd_FLMnBgkalW6jw6FGX9KaktMuIu&utm_source=1851franchise.com&utm_medium=article&utm_campaign=franchise-deep-dive-freedom-boat-club-franchise-costs-fees-profit-and-data-2724235" target="_blank" rel="nofollow">Freedom Boat Club Announces Plans for 400th Club Location</a></li><li><a href="https://boatingindustry.com/top-news/2023/09/07/freedom-boat-club-continues-international-expansion-in-spain/?utm_source=1851franchise.com&utm_medium=article&utm_campaign=franchise-deep-dive-freedom-boat-club-franchise-costs-fees-profit-and-data-2724235" target="_blank" rel="nofollow">Freedom Boat Club continues international expansion in Spain</a></li><li><a href="https://powerboat.world/news/258220/Freedom-Boat-Club-continues-global-growth?utm_source=1851franchise.com&utm_medium=article&utm_campaign=franchise-deep-dive-freedom-boat-club-franchise-costs-fees-profit-and-data-2724235" target="_blank" rel="nofollow">Freedom Boat Club continues global growth announcing expansion to the Asia-Pacific Region</a></li></ul>Disclaimer: This content is for informational purposes only. 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