The Good Feet Store Franchise FDD, Costs & Fees (2026)
The Good Feet Store offers arch support and orthotics solutions, providing relief from foot and lower body discomfort through customized support products.
KEY FRANCHISE STATS
Franchisees
?
175
+
33%
33%
Franchise fee
?
$25,000
Investment
?
$249,000 - $588,000
Revenue (AUV)
?
Undisclosed
$0
+
n.a.
n.a.
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Established in 1995, The Good Feet Store has become a leading retailer of premium, personally fitted arch supports and related foot products. Headquartered in Carlsbad, California, the company is dedicated to improving customers' quality of life by alleviating foot, knee, hip, and back pain through its innovative products.
The Good Feet Store began franchising in 2003, expanding its reach across the United States and internationally. As of 2024, the company operates over 275 locations, including both franchise and company-owned stores, with plans to exceed 300 stores by the end of the year.
The franchise offers a range of proprietary arch supports, shoes, and accessories designed to support all four arches of the feet, providing personalized solutions for various discomforts.
What sets The Good Feet Store apart is its commitment to personalized service and a proven economic model that achieves high sales per square foot.
Initial investment
The initial investment required for a The Good Feet Store franchise is
$249,000 - $588,000.
That is the total cost you would need to finance if you were to start this franchise.
These costs are provided by the franchisor in the Franchise Disclosure Document.
Type of Expenditure
Amount
Initial Franchise Fee
$25,000
Exterior Signage
$5,000 - $25,000
Construction Cost (Build-Out to Vanilla/White Box)
$40,000 - $225,000
Information System
$21,000 - $28,000
Initial Inventory
$91,978 - $100,000
Rent / Security Deposit
$2,500 - $10,000
Store Décor Package
$25,850 - $60,000
Store Design / Architecture
$1,850 - $17,500
Initial Training
$0 - $750
Travel, Room, and Board While Training
$1,500 - $3,000
Miscellaneous (Licenses, Permits, etc.)
$750 - $7,000
Insurance and Bonds
$900 - $1,500
Grand Opening Advertising / Market Introduction Program
$2,500 - $5,000
Additional Funds — 3 Months
$30,000 - $80,000
Totals (Not Including Real Estate Purchase Costs)
$248,828 – $587,750
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Type of Expenditure
Amount
Initial Franchise Fee
$25,000
Exterior Signage
$5,000 - $25,000
Construction Cost (Build-Out to Vanilla/White Box)
$40,000 - $225,000
Information System
$21,000 - $28,000
Initial Inventory
$91,978 - $100,000
Rent / Security Deposit
$2,500 - $10,000
Store Décor Package
$25,850 - $60,000
Store Design / Architecture
$1,850 - $17,500
Initial Training
$0 - $750
Travel, Room, and Board While Training
$1,500 - $3,000
Miscellaneous (Licenses, Permits, etc.)
$750 - $7,000
Insurance and Bonds
$900 - $1,500
Grand Opening Advertising / Market Introduction Program
$2,500 - $5,000
Additional Funds — 3 Months
$30,000 - $80,000
Totals (Not Including Real Estate Purchase Costs)
$248,828 – $587,750
Franchise Disclosure Document
Below is The Good Feet Store's 2023 Franchise Disclosure Document. Upgrade to Pro or purchase the FDD to view and download the document.
Number of units
The Good Feet Store had 201 total units in 2023, of which 175 were franchised-owned and 26 company-owned.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the royalty fee of
The Good Feet Store
?
The royalty fee for a The Good Feet Store franchise is 0.5% to 5%. In addition, you would have to pay the advertising (or national brand fund) fee of 3.00%.
What is the total investment of
The Good Feet Store
?
The initial investment required for a The Good Feet Store franchise is $249,000 - $588,000. That is the total cost you would need to finance if you were to start this franchise. These costs are provided by the franchisor in the Franchise Disclosure Document.
What is the initial franchise fee of
The Good Feet Store
?
The initial franchise fee for a The Good Feet Store franchise is $25,000. This is typically paid upfront as part of the total initial investment, after signature of the Franchise Agreeement.
What is the average revenue (Average Unit Volume) of
The Good Feet Store
?
The Good Feet Store does not disclose the average unit volume (average revenue) in its FDD.
The average unit volume (average revenue) for a The Good Feet Store franchise is $0.
The Good Feet franchise provides comprehensive training for its franchisees. This includes a structured Initial Brand Standard Training Program that spans seven days, with five days of classroom instruction and two days of hands-on training in an operational Good Feet Store.
This training is tailored to cover brand standards and is conducted under the guidance of experienced personnel with extensive involvement in the franchise system.
Additionally, ongoing training and support may include seminars and additional programs, as necessary, to address updates in operations or to enhance the franchisee's understanding of the Good Feet system.
Franchisees are also responsible for training their employees according to these brand standards. Training locations are primarily at Good Feet's principal offices or other designated venues, ensuring franchisees are well-prepared to manage their stores effectively.
Territory Protection
The Good Feet franchise offers limited territory protection to its franchisees. During the term of the franchise agreement, the franchisor agrees not to establish or authorize another Good Feet Store within the franchisee's defined exclusive territory, as long as the franchisee complies with the agreement's terms.
However, this exclusivity applies only to the establishment of physical stores within the designated territory and does not prevent the franchisor or affiliates from conducting other types of business outside of this defined scope.
Despite this protection, the Good Feet franchise reserves the right to operate or license businesses outside the exclusive territory under the Good Feet brand or other trademarks.