XP League Franchise FDD, Costs & Fees (2025)

XP League offers esports leagues and events for children and young adults, promoting teamwork, skill development, and positive gaming experiences.

KEY FRANCHISE STATS

Franchisees

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41
+
78%
78%
Franchise fee

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$35,000
Investment

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$83,000 - $332,000
Revenue (AUV)

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Undisclosed

$0

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n.a.
n.a.

Founded in 2020, XP League is North America's premier youth esports organization, dedicated to providing a professional-level gaming experience for young players. Headquartered in Raleigh, North Carolina, XP League began franchising in the same year, rapidly expanding its reach across the continent.

The league offers a variety of programs and events, including birthday parties, tournaments, camps, and clubs, catering to the diverse interests of its participants.

XP League specializes in popular games such as Apex Legends, Valorant, Rocket League, Roblox, Fortnite, League of Legends, Minecraft, and Overwatch 2. By integrating positive coaching and emphasizing character development, XP League differentiates itself from competitors.

The organization focuses on creating a supportive environment where young gamers can develop skills like sportsmanship, strategic thinking, and teamwork, mirroring the benefits of traditional youth sports.

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.

XP League offers 3 types of franchises:

Franchise Type Initial Investment
XP LEAGUE Mobile Franchise $82,650 – $110,800
XP LEAGUE Center $190,750 – $332,000
Affiliated Division Franchise $97,550 – $146,100

We are summarizing below the main costs associated with opening an XP LEAGUE center.

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

Type of Expenditure Amount
Initial Franchise Fee $35,000
Lease Payments (deposit/prepaid) $5,000 – $10,000
Leasehold Improvements $50,000 – $108,000
Architectural and Construction Management $12,000 – $17,500
Signage (interior and exterior) $10,000 – $20,000
Initial Inventory and Equipment Package $28,000 – $35,000
Furniture, Fixtures and Equipment $8,000 – $20,000
Computer Systems, A/V, Security and Other Systems $5,000 – $15,000
Training Related Expenses $2,500 – $7,500
Legal, Accounting, and Other Professional Fees $3,000 – $10,000
Insurance $750 – $1,200
Business Licenses & Permits $500 – $1,000
Grand Opening Advertising $10,000 – $20,000
Initial Supplies $500 – $1,000
Additional Funds (for the initial 3 months of operations) $20,000 – $30,000
TOTAL $190,750 – $332,000

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XP League offers 3 types of franchises:

Franchise Type Initial Investment
XP LEAGUE Mobile Franchise $82,650 – $110,800
XP LEAGUE Center $190,750 – $332,000
Affiliated Division Franchise $97,550 – $146,100

We are summarizing below the main costs associated with opening an XP LEAGUE center.

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

Type of Expenditure Amount
Initial Franchise Fee $35,000
Lease Payments (deposit/prepaid) $5,000 – $10,000
Leasehold Improvements $50,000 – $108,000
Architectural and Construction Management $12,000 – $17,500
Signage (interior and exterior) $10,000 – $20,000
Initial Inventory and Equipment Package $28,000 – $35,000
Furniture, Fixtures and Equipment $8,000 – $20,000
Computer Systems, A/V, Security and Other Systems $5,000 – $15,000
Training Related Expenses $2,500 – $7,500
Legal, Accounting, and Other Professional Fees $3,000 – $10,000
Insurance $750 – $1,200
Business Licenses & Permits $500 – $1,000
Grand Opening Advertising $10,000 – $20,000
Initial Supplies $500 – $1,000
Additional Funds (for the initial 3 months of operations) $20,000 – $30,000
TOTAL $190,750 – $332,000

Franchise Disclosure Document

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Number of units

Training

The XP League franchise provides a structured training program for its franchisees, consisting of several key components:

  1. Initial Training Program: Conducted at the franchisor's headquarters, this program focuses on the XP League business model, operational procedures, and customer engagement strategies.
  2. Ongoing Webinars: Regular virtual sessions designed to keep franchisees informed about industry trends, updates, and best practices.
  3. Hands-On Coaching: Personalized support to address specific challenges and improve franchisee performance.
  4. Virtual Meetings: Scheduled sessions to ensure consistent communication, provide guidance, and discuss strategic initiatives.

Territory Protection

The XP League franchise provides a form of territory protection to its franchisees to ensure market exclusivity and fair business opportunities. Franchisees are granted a defined geographic area in which no other XP League franchises are allowed to operate.

This protection is designed to minimize competition among franchisees and foster a supportive environment for business growth.

The designated territory is determined based on demographic and market analysis to ensure that the area can sustain a successful operation. This protection helps franchisees focus on building their customer base without concerns about overlapping markets.

Competitors

Below are some of

XP League

key competitors in the

Arts / Sports

sector.

Franchise
Franchisees
Initial fee
Total investment
Revenue
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Gross Profit
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EBITDA
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41

New
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78%
78%

$35,000

$83,000

$332,000

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Competitors

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Franchisees

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0
+
n.a.
n.a.
Investment

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$257,000 - $352,000

Musicologie

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Franchisees

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2
+
n.a.
n.a.
Investment

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$193,000 - $364,000

Rockstars of Tomorrow

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Franchisees

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7
+
75%
75%
Investment

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$196,000 - $472,000

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Franchisees

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58
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-2%
-2%
Investment

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$5,000 - $32,000

Global Art

Global Art is a children’s education franchise offering structured art classes and creative programs, serving kids seeking enrichment beyond school, and known for a proprietary curriculum, international presence, and focus on building creativity, confidence, and problem-solving through drawing and design.

Franchisees

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5
+
25%
25%
Investment

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$102,000 - $154,000

Ultimate Ninjas

Ultimate Ninjas is a kids fitness franchise offering ninja-style obstacle course gyms, serving children, families, and schools, and known for world-class obstacle designs, birthday parties and camps, and confidence-building programs that turn active play into structured athletic training.

Franchisees

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5
+
400%
400%
Investment

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$264,000 - $593,000

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