Recreation Franchise News
The latest Recreation franchise news.
Big Blue Swim School announced the grand opening of its new location in Escondido on May 26.
May 22nd, 2026
For generations, Father’s Day gifts have followed a familiar formula: grilling tools, golf balls, neckties and “World’s Best Dad” coffee mugs.
May 19th, 2026
The Golf Crypt today announced it will celebrate the grand opening of its new location in Port St. Lucie, Fla.
May 18th, 2026
Shoot 360 will open its newest location in Hillsboro May 16, 2026.
May 12th, 2026
Dill Dinkers has quickly risen to prominence for its fun, friendly and welcoming environment where players of all ages and skill levels can play, socialize and improve their skills.
May 8th, 2026
The Swing Bays signed an agreement with Loren Richardson, to bring the brand to Alabama.
May 7th, 2026
Lucra, the leading social competition platform, today announced a partnership with Shoot 360.
April 30th, 2026
Pickleball Kingdom fast-tracks its nationwide growth through a new multi-unit franchise agreement that will bring five premier indoor pickleball clubs across the Bay Area.
April 24th, 2026
Oakwell Beer Spa is inviting craft breweries in the Phoenix-Scottsdale-Tucson markets to explore partnership opportunities as the brand grows through franchising.
April 23rd, 2026
Replay Sports Cards (“Replay”) capped off a strong first quarter marked by franchise development, a new store opening, community engagement, and continued momentum in one of the country’s most active collecting categories.
April 21st, 2026
iSmash is officially open in Phoenixville, Pennsylvania.
April 17th, 2026
PickleRage today announced the appointment of Rich DeStasio as Chief Executive Officer.
April 17th, 2026
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Colleen McMillar
November 17th, 2024
The Swing Bays, an indoor golf instruction and golf fitness membership franchise headquartered in Colorado, continues its nationwide expansion with another development deal — this time in Denver, Colorado.
April 15th, 2026
Arthur Murray® Dance Studios (Arthur Murray), the world’s largest dance studio franchise and one of the most storied brands in franchising, today announced the opening of 15 studios in Q1 2026.
April 8th, 2026
Big Blue Swim School, the family-first pool school designed to create a calm, supportive environment where children feel safe, encouraged and capable, announced today the May 2026 opening of a new location in Escondido.
April 3rd, 2026
Just in time for late spring camping, a Yogi Bear’s Jellystone Park Camp-Resort location will open close to Dollywood in Pigeon Forge, Tennessee.
April 2nd, 2026
PickleRage, a premier indoor pickleball club franchise, is excited to announce its expansion into Pennsylvania with a new location planned for Bucks County.
April 2nd, 2026
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Chris Diass
October 18th, 2024
Shoot 360, the leader in technology-powered basketball training, announced today that Jamie Eslinger has been appointed Chief Operating Officer.
April 2nd, 2026
Dill Dinkers, one of the nation’s fastest-growing indoor pickleball franchises, has opened its second San Antonio location near UTSA
April 2nd, 2026
Years ago, a Mother’s Day that included Mom being soaked with beer might have been considered a disaster.
April 1st, 2026
Big Blue Swim School announced today the late May 2026 opening of a new location in Wayne.
March 30th, 2026
The Swing Bays continues its coast-to-coast expansion with another multi-unit development deal in North Carolina, led by its third franchisee, Shaun Kelley.
March 24th, 2026
After a 20 year hibernation, Yogi Bear, Cindy Bear and Boo Boo will return to the Tri-State area when Cincinnati Camp Cedar in Mason becomes a Jellystone Park RV and family glamping resort in early April.
March 18th, 2026
iSmash, the fast-growing interactive entertainment brand known for its high-energy Rage Rooms, colorful Splatter Paint, and Axe Throwing experiences, is officially opening its doors in Stuart on March 21.
March 18th, 2026
Michigan’s Up North region, renowned for its outdoor recreation and fun, will soon welcome a major new family camping and entertainment destination to Ogemaw County.
March 2nd, 2026
This March, Shoot 360 is putting women’s basketball center court with the launch of HER Month.
February 27th, 2026
Replay Sports Cards (“Replay”) is celebrating the opening of its first Indiana shop on February 28th, bringing a collectors-first card shop experience to the Seymour community.
February 26th, 2026
Arthur Murray® Dance Studios today announced the opening of its newly converted studio in West Covina, California.
February 23rd, 2026
Replay Sports Cards (“Replay”) today announced a new partnership with the Davidson Wildcats baseball team that will bring free packs of trading cards to fans at select home games this spring.
February 11th, 2026
Dill Dinkers fun, friendly and welcoming environment where players of all ages and skill levels can play, socialize and improve their skills.
February 9th, 2026
iSmash, the fast-growing interactive entertainment brand known for its adrenaline-pumping Rage Rooms and colorful Splatter Paint experiences, is coming soon to Phoenixville, Pennsylvania.
February 2nd, 2026
Replay Sports Cards (“Replay”) today announced it has signed a lease for its upcoming Seymour, Indiana shop.
January 29th, 2026
iSmash, the fast-growing interactive entertainment brand known for its high-energy Rage Rooms and colorful Splatter Paint experiences, is officially opening its first U.S. West Coast.
January 28th, 2026
Replay Sports Cards (“Replay”) has signed a new franchise agreement with Andrea Deatrich to bring a Replay Sports Cards location to Salina, Kansas.
January 26th, 2026
A new, high-energy entertainment concept is coming soon to one of the Twin Cities’ most vibrant destinations.
January 21st, 2026
Ace Pickleball Club (APC) announced today final preparations for the 2026 APC National Championship delivered with DoorDash, taking place January 27 through February 1, 2026.
January 21st, 2026
The Golf Crypt today announced it has been named a preferred franchise partner by Trackman.
January 20th, 2026
Dave & Buster’s announces the grand opening of its newest location in Davenport, IA on Monday, January 19.
January 15th, 2026
The Swing Bays has announced a five-unit development agreement in Southern California.
January 14th, 2026
Replay Sports Cards (“Replay”) has signed a new franchise agreement with longtime collector and business leader Richard “RJ” Cardente to bring a Replay Sports Cards location to the Nashville area.
January 9th, 2026
The Golf Crypt today announced it will celebrate the grand opening of its new location in Palm Beach Gardens, Fla. 33410.
January 6th, 2026
iSmash, the fast-growing interactive entertainment brand known for its adrenaline-pumping Rage Rooms, colorful Splatter Paint and adventurous Axe Throwing experiences, is opening its doors January 10 in Glendale.
January 5th, 2026
A little over six months after announcing his retirement from professional play, Esports legend Luka “Perkz” Perković has revealed his next move—joining the ownership group of Friendly Fire.
January 5th, 2026

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