Company facts
- Founded
- 2006
- Employees
- 150
- Headquarters
- United States
- Type
- Private
- Funding
- Debt Financing · $350K · 2023
About
Goldfish Swim School is a leading provider of swim education and franchise opportunities, offering a proven, research-driven curriculum that has trained over 70,000 children each month across more than 80 locations in the United States and Canada. Founded in 2005 by Chris and Jenny McCuiston, the company combines a proprietary lesson system with extensive operational, marketing, and site-selection support to help franchisees launch and grow successful swim schools. Goldfish differentiates itself through a focus on early-childhood swimming, a comprehensive training program for instructors, and a track record of rapid expansion and high enrollment. The franchise model includes business-plan assistance, advertising support, and ongoing operational guidance, ensuring owners can deliver consistent, high-quality instruction while building a profitable local business.