Franchise Opportunities

Join the Starting Blocs family and bring the joy of movement to children in your area while building a thriving, sustainable athletics club!

Make a difference


Why Starting Blocs Franchise

Imagine waking up every day knowing you’re about to fill your community with children’s laughter, build confidence in young hearts, and create the next generation of movement-loving kids. That’s not just a dream – that’s the Starting Blocs franchise opportunity!

We’re looking for passionate individuals who want to bring the Starting Blocs magic to their communities. Whether you’re already involved in athletics, education, or simply believe that every child deserves to discover the joy of movement, we want to chat with you!

What make Starting Blocs different?

  • You’re not just running sessions – you’re building futures!
  • You’ll be part of a proven system that works
  • As a Welsh Athletics Programme it provides you with instant credibility and expert backing
  • You are in a position to change childrens lives

The Business Benefits That’ll Make You Smile

Let’s talk about the brilliant business sense behind Starting Blocs because doing good & doing well is the perfect combination!

Your Revenue Stream Gets a Huge Boost

Those little Starting Blocs participants don’t just disappear after sessions – they grow into your club! Extra numbers in your system means a healthier income stream that keeps growing. It’s like planting seeds that bloom into lifelong club members!

Retention That Actually Sticks

Children who fall in love with athletics at Starting Blocs age stick around! When they discover that movement is FUN rather than scary, they want to keep going as they reach competition age. Your retention rates will thank you!

Skills That Transfer Beautifully

Your future competitive athletes arrive already equipped with brilliant fundamentals. All that good practice around running, jumping, and throwing means they hit the ground running (literally!) when they’re ready to compete. Better skilled athletes = better club reputation = more families wanting to join!

Parents Who Actually Get Involved

The Starting Blocs experience creates engaged families, not just enrolled children. When parents see their little ones thriving, they want to be part of the magic. Hello, volunteer pool! Hello, family referrals! Hello, community that actually cares about your club!

Your complete Starting Blocs Toolkit


We don’t just hand you a Starting Blocs sign and wish you luck. We give you everything you need to create sessions that’ll have children asking their parents to come back week after week!

Your Session Arsenal

  • 25 Activity Cards – To help structure your session
  • 13 Exciting Challenges – Because children love a good challenge
  • Skills Passports – Watch faces light up as they track their progress
  • Complete Equipment Packages – Everything from cones to coordination ladders, delivered to your door

Your Business Made Easy

  • Online Booking System – Wave goodbye to manual bookings and hello to streamlined administration
  • 24/7 Management Platform – Run your sessions like a pro, and the parents will appreciate it
  • Free Website Promotion – Your sessions featured on the official Starting Blocs website (that’s monthly website costs saved!)

Extra boosters

  • Starting Blocs Orientation & Delivery Workshop – You’ll leave knowing exactly what to do
  • Welsh Athletics CPD Access – Ongoing learning that keeps you and your coaches at the top of your game
  • Starting Blocs Team Support – Questions? Challenges? We’ve got your back!
  • National Marketing Campaign – Welsh Athletics and Starting Blocs promoting your sessions

Your Starting Blocs Journey Begins Here

Ready to take the leap into a franchise opportunity that combines purpose with profit? Here’s how to get started:

Step 1: Let’s Chat

Reach out to our friendly team. We’ll answer all your questions and help you understand if Starting Blocs is right for you (and if YOU’RE right for Starting Blocs!).

Step 2: The Complete Picture

We’ll show you exactly what’s involved – investment, support, expectations, and the incredible rewards of building something meaningful.

Step 3: Training & Launch

Our comprehensive training program will have you ready to deliver Starting Blocs sessions that children (and parents!) will absolutely love.

Step 4: Ongoing Success

With our continued support, marketing, and the proven Starting Blocs system, you’ll be building a thriving athletics program that serves your community for years to come.

Ready to Build Something Amazing?

Right now, there are children in your area who haven’t yet discovered the joy of movement. There are families looking for positive, fun activities that bring them together. There are parents hoping their children will develop confidence, skills, and a love of being active.

Starting Blocs isn’t just a franchise opportunity, it’s a chance to bring joy, confidence, and movement to your community while building a sustainable, rewarding business.