The League
There is no doubt that today is the personal training age. People everywhere are hiring fitness trainers, self-help coaches, career coaches, etc. Why should baseball and softball be any different?
In fact, baseball/softball training is emerging as a high growth industry. The reason for this growth is simple: millions of people love the games and want to improve their skills. In this day and age children rarely practice outside alone. We are in a controlled era; most activities are scheduled and organized. The popularity of the indoor facility stems from the continual need for a clean, safe and fun learning environment in today's world.
The Players
Are you ready to play ball with us? You are if:
- You love the games of baseball and/or softball.
- You have a background as a player or as a coach, either at the pro or college level -- OR -- you can hire such individuals to staff your franchise.
- You dislike working in typical office environments, doing typical 9 to 5 work.
- You have a flair for business marketing and sales.
- You have a passion for serving customers.
- You enjoy working with children and their parents.
- You have a compelling desire to own a business and take charge of your future.
- You are ready to play ball—and get paid for it.
Our Team
Our current team of franchisees is made up of individuals from all walks of life. Extra Innings franchisees are former major leaguers, minor leaguers, college ballplayers, coaches, teachers, businessmen and women. They all share a passion for the games of baseball and softball. They all had a dream of owning their own business. Extra Innings helped make that dream a reality.
"We searched for a franchise that would utilize our passions.community service, the development of youth, customer service and, of course, an intensity and zeal for all that is baseball and softball! The Extra Innings franchise opportunity, with their staff and development experts, made the choice very easy for us. They combine an outstanding registered brand with their unique "Triple Threat" operating system and the technology and personal experience to support each franchise business."
"I've been a salesman my whole life, and having the opportunity to own my own business, especially something I have a passion for, has been second to none. It has been one of the best things that ever happened to me."
"We have always had our eyes on various business opportunities, but the Extra Innings franchise structure and business opportunity had all the right ingredients for individual franchise success. Joining the Extra Innings franchise community has truly been the marriage of our own ideas on both business and baseball, coupled with the experience of the Extra Innings corporate staff."
"I probably could've done this on my own, but would not have been as successful as I've been with Extra Innings. I don't think I would've been able to ramp-up as quickly as I did and certainly wouldn't be able to do the retail Pro Shop sales we've done already."
"The existing community of Extra Innings franchise owners was a great help with the insight and information into the financial strengths and challenges of our business."
Making the Cut
The initial investment required to open an Extra Innings franchise location ranges from a low of $239,000 to a high of $650,000. This investment includes the initial franchise fee, facility preparation and build-out, office equipment, Pro Shop furnishings, initial Pro Shop inventory and a number of other start-up costs. For further details, visit the FAQ page or complete our Scouting Report.
