Hawaii Fluid Art Franchising, LLC^®

Entertainment & Recreation • Year: 2024

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What Is Hawaii Fluid Art Franchising, LLC?

Hawaii Fluid Art Franchising, LLC is a franchise for operating Hawaii Fluid Art Studios that provide art instruction and creative studio services. The operational model is primarily a brick-and-mortar Studio, and the franchisor may also grant the right to operate an approved mobile unit within a limited territory. It serves individual consumers (B2C), with a core service bundle of group and individual fluid/resin/tumbler/glass/mosaic art classes, retail sale of artwork, and event space for exhibiting art and small events.

Hawaii Fluid Art Franchising, LLC Franchise: Pros and Cons

The franchise shows unusually low operator churn with 0 outlet terminations and 0 non‑renewals, suggesting strong system stability; however the upfront cost is high, with an initial franchise fee of $65,000, Item 7 fee ranges around $67,850–$73,550 and a high‑range fee up to $350,000, which increases cash required to enter the system.

Pros

0 outlet terminations and 0 non‑renewals (well below typical for Entertainment & Recreation, bottom 5%) — this indicates unusually low operator churn and greater system stability for incoming owners.

Zero disclosed lawsuits, zero franchisee‑initiated judgments or settlements, zero government penalties, and zero franchisor enforcement actions (all well below typical for Entertainment & Recreation, bottom 5%) — a clean legal record that lowers litigation risk and suggests cooperative franchisor‑franchisee relations.

Franchisor does not have sole discretion to determine training completion (an unusual absence — 85% of peers reserve that discretion) — this reduces the risk of arbitrary withholding of approvals and gives operators clearer, fairer criteria to become operational.

Cons

Initial franchise fee $65,000 (well above typical for Entertainment & Recreation, top 5%), with Item 7 fee minimums/maximums reported around $67,850–$73,550 and a high‑range fee up to $350,000 — overall the upfront acquisition cost is significantly higher than peers and increases cash required to enter the system.

Reacquired outlets: 3 (well above typical for Entertainment & Recreation, top 10%) — per the expert note, this primarily reflects franchisees exiting the system and is an indicator of operator turnover you should probe further.

Signed‑but‑not‑open units: 30 (well above typical for Entertainment & Recreation, top 10%) — a large pipeline of unopened, signed locations often signals the franchisor is selling faster than it can support openings or that there are delays in site approvals and buildouts.

Lawsuits & Legal Risk

100

Excellent

The franchise reported no material legal proceedings.

Territory Protection

52/100

NORMAL

Grants a protected operating area where the franchisor will not place other units; the franchisor retains rights to sell via e-commerce, to develop units nearby, to operate under other trademarks and in retail and alternative venues, and may reduce protection contingent on meeting performance quotas, while the franchisee may relocate.

Training & Support

84/100

NORMAL

The brand provides a focused 64-hour training curriculum designed to prepare three managerial staff members for launch. The program includes on-site launch support for operational readiness; travel, lodging, and any additional fees for on-site assistance are the franchisee's responsibility.

How Much Does It Cost to Open a Hawaii Fluid Art Franchising, LLC Franchise?

Opening a Hawaii Fluid Art Franchising, LLC franchise requires a total initial investment of $182,450 to $339,600, according to the 2024 Franchise Disclosure Document. This range covers the franchise fee, real estate, equipment, training, and initial working capital needed to launch and operate through the early months.

Minimum Investment

$182,450

Franchise Fee

Real Estate

Equipment & Assets

Reserves

Training

Other

Maximum Investment

$339,600

Minimum Investment Breakdown

Franchise Fee$67,850

Real Estate$21,000

Equipment & Assets$13,750

Reserves$19,000

Training$9,600

Other$51,250

Maximum Investment Breakdown

Franchise Fee$73,550

Real Estate$115,550

Equipment & Assets$32,500

Reserves$35,000

Training$12,000

Other$71,000

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The initial investment amounts shown are estimates only. Actual costs may vary based on location size, business model, and multi-unit ownership arrangements. We recommend reviewing the full Franchise Disclosure Document for complete details.

How Much Do Hawaii Fluid Art Franchising, LLC Franchise Owners Make?

Average Gross Sales:

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Median Gross Sales:

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Sample Size:

Franchise vs Corporate Performance: The franchised outlets in the disclosed sample show higher average net revenue per retail sale than at least one affiliate-owned outlet, indicating stronger per-transaction revenue for franchised studios, though the sample is small.

Performance Variability Analysis: Performance varies notably across the three franchised outlets in transactions per month and median sale amounts, suggesting meaningful location-to-location variability that could affect unit economics for a new franchisee.

Data Scope and Limitations: The representation is based on only three franchised outlets operating the full 2023 measurement period (plus two affiliate outlets and limited mobile-unit data), and 18 locations that opened part-year were omitted, so conclusions about typical unit annual sales are limited.

Frequently Asked Questions

How much does it cost to open a Hawaii Fluid Art Franchising, LLC franchise?

The total initial investment for a Hawaii Fluid Art Franchising, LLC franchise ranges from $182,450 to $339,600, according to the 2024 Franchise Disclosure Document. This includes the franchise fee, real estate, equipment, training, and working capital.

What is the Hawaii Fluid Art Franchising, LLC initial franchise fee?

The initial franchise fee for Hawaii Fluid Art Franchising, LLC is $65,000, as stated in the 2024 FDD. This fee is paid upon signing the Franchise Agreement.

Does Hawaii Fluid Art Franchising, LLC have any franchise lawsuits or legal issues?

Hawaii Fluid Art Franchising, LLC received a legal risk score of 100 out of 100 in the 2024 FDD analysis. The franchise reported no material legal proceedings.

Does Hawaii Fluid Art Franchising, LLC offer exclusive franchise territories?

Hawaii Fluid Art Franchising, LLC received a territory protection score of 52 out of 100. Grants a protected operating area where the franchisor will not place other units; the franchisor retains rights to sell via e-commerce, to develop units nearby, to operate under other trademarks and in retail and alternative venues, and may reduce protection contingent on meeting performance quotas, while the franchisee may relocate.

What training does Hawaii Fluid Art Franchising, LLC provide to new franchisees?

Hawaii Fluid Art Franchising, LLC received a training and support score of 84 out of 100. The brand provides a focused 64-hour training curriculum designed to prepare three managerial staff members for launch.

How many Hawaii Fluid Art Franchising, LLC franchise locations are there?

Hawaii Fluid Art Franchising, LLC had 24 total locations as of the 2024 Franchise Disclosure Document.

What type of business is Hawaii Fluid Art Franchising, LLC?

Hawaii Fluid Art Franchising, LLC is a franchise for operating Hawaii Fluid Art Studios that provide art instruction and creative studio services.

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