Jamba Franchise FDD, Costs & Fees (2025)

Smoothie and juice franchise offering a variety of blended fruit drinks and nutritious snacks, promoting a healthy and refreshing lifestyle.

Jamba, initially launched as "Juice Club," was established in 1991 by Kirk Perron in the charming coastal town of San Luis Obispo, California. Known for promoting healthy living through tasty and nutritious offerings, Jamba has been a pioneer in encouraging better eating habits with simple yet delicious solutions.

The menu features an extensive range of made-to-order smoothies, juices, and bowls, all prepared with fresh fruits and vegetables, providing a quick and healthy option for busy individuals.

The franchise experienced significant growth in 1993 with the acquisition of 96 Zuka Juice locations, expanding its presence and visibility across the United States. Jamba's dedication to wellness and quality has cemented its position as an industry leader, with a unique brand identity that highlights health, flavor, and convenience.

Jamba distinguishes itself in the competitive quick-service restaurant market by blending taste with nutritional value, offering customers delicious and health-conscious choices.

Initial investment

Here's what you would need to invest if you were to start this franchise. These costs are provided by the franchisor in the Franchise Disclosure Document.

Jamba offers 4 types of franchises:

Store Type Initial Investment Range
Traditional Store (No Drive-Thru) $468,650 to $806,250
Traditional Store (With Drive-Thru) $505,000 to $928,800
Non-Traditional Store $243,425 to $746,850
Co-Branded Auntie Anne’s Store $460,375 to $1,133,000

We are summarizing below the main costs associated with opening a Traditional Store (With Drive-Thru) franchise.

For more information on the various types of franchises and its costs, refer to the Franchise Disclosure Document (Item 7).

Traditional Store (With Drive-Thru)

Type of Expenditure Amount
Initial Franchise Fee$35,500
Construction and Build Out Costs$200,000 to $390,400
Permitting$1,800 to $21,000
Equipment Package$146,300 to $180,250
Millwork$9,000 to $20,500
Furniture$400 to $6,050
Menu Board, Graphics, and Interior Signage$2,100 to $10,300
Exterior Signage$25,500 to $62,100
Computer System$13,400 to $31,300
Smallwares$4,000 to $5,500
TV/Music$0 to $4,000
Architect/Engineer$13,900 to $27,000
Rent$4,000 to $10,000
Grand Opening Marketing$10,000
Legal and Accounting Fees$5,000 to $10,000
Insurance$1,500 to $8,100
Misc. Opening Costs/Office Supplies$9,000 to $14,000
Security Deposits$0 to $15,000
Management Training Program Fee$0 to $3,000
Travel and Living Expenses during Training$3,600 to $5,700
On-Site Training Fee$0 to $6,100
Opening Inventory$5,000 to $10,000
Additional Funds - 3 Months$15,000 to $43,000
Total Initial Investment$505,000 to $928,800

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Training 

Jamba provides a comprehensive training program for its franchisees and their staff to ensure they are fully equipped to run their stores successfully. Here’s an overview of the training process:

Initial Training:

Before the grand opening, franchisees must ensure their trainees complete the Management Training Program. This crucial program is designed for individuals involved in the daily operations of the franchise.

The Management Training Program can be completed online or in person at Jamba’s corporate headquarters in Atlanta, Georgia, at a certified training store, or other approved locations.

Trainees are eligible to attend the program once the Jamba store is under construction, and the franchisee has submitted a fully signed and approved lease and proof of the required insurance.

Territory Protection

Franchisees do not receive an exclusive territory and may encounter competition from other franchisees, Jamba-owned outlets, or other distribution channels and competitive brands controlled by Jamba.

For those operating a Traditional Store, although exclusive territory is not granted, franchisees will receive a territory with limited protection (an "Area of Protection").

This means that during the term of the Franchise Agreement, Jamba will not establish or operate, nor will it license anyone else to establish or operate, a store under the Proprietary Marks and the System within the Area of Protection, except in Non-Traditional Locations, Delivery Kitchens, and as specified in the Franchise Agreement.

Number of units

2025
Franchised units

735

733

726

Company-owned units

3

1

1

Total units

738

734

727

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