Retail franchises

The Athlete's Foot Franchise Opportunity

The retail sale of sports and leisure footwear and related accessories.

149 units in AustraliaFranchising since 1981Registered as The Athlete's Foot Australia Pty Ltd
On the ACCC Franchise Disclosure Register

captured 18 Aug 2026. View the Register profile

This information is based on material published by the relevant franchisor on the Franchise Disclosure Register. This information does not negate the need to undertake necessary due diligence including seeking independent professional advice if considering entering into a franchise agreement.

Public data profile

This information is compiled from the ACCC Franchise Disclosure Register and other public sources. It hasn’t been confirmed by the franchise team.

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How much does a The Athlete's Foot franchise cost?

A The Athlete's Foot franchise requires a total investment of $100,000–$400,000 all-in.

Source: ACCC Franchise Disclosure Register · captured August 2026.

Fees vs the market

The Athlete's Foot vs the Retail median · Q3 2026 Fee Index
FeeThe Athlete's FootCategory median (systems)Position
All-in establishment cost$100K–$400K$200,000–$511,000 (93)below median

Medians from the Retail Fee Index: the figures franchisors publish and their ACCC Register establishment costs. A fee median is only shown when at least five systems publish that fee.

Network & venues

149venues in Australia
45franchised businesses
104company-owned units
52franchisees (operators)
45years operating in Australia

Operates in ACT, NSW, QLD, SA, VIC, WA

Source: ACCC Franchise Disclosure Register (profile FNC-007301) · captured 2026-08-19.

Investment & payments

Costs and payments as published by the franchisor on the Register
Establishment cost (all-in setup)$100,000 – $400,000
Ongoing payments to franchisor (annual)up to $400,000
Other payments (annual)up to $400,000

Source: ACCC Franchise Disclosure Register (profile FNC-007301) · captured 2026-08-19. Ranges are the franchisor’s own estimates; confirm every figure against the disclosure document.

Franchise agreement

Standard agreement term 3 to less than 5 years

Option to renew No

Restraint of trade after exit No

Goodwill compensation on exit No

Source: ACCC Franchise Disclosure Register (profile FNC-007301) · captured 2026-08-19.

Franchisor disclosures

The Athlete's Foot’s own answers to the mandatory Register disclosure questions, a starting point for your due diligence.

Serious offence conviction (last 10 yrs)No
Civil judgment against franchisor (last 5 yrs)No
Bankruptcy / insolvency (last 10 yrs)No
Upfront payment required to applyYes
Franchisor can change the agreementNo
Restricts who you can buy supplies fromYes
Agreement provides for arbitrationYes

Source: ACCC Franchise Disclosure Register (profile FNC-007301) · captured 2026-08-19.

Franchisor details

Website www.theathletesfoot.com.au

Phone 02 8310 0000

Email gavin.thomas@taf.com.au

Registered office 719 Elizabeth Street Waterloo NSW 2017

View the full ACCC Register profile. Source: ACCC Franchise Disclosure Register (profile FNC-007301) · captured 2026-08-19.

This information is based on material published by the relevant franchisor on the Franchise Disclosure Register. It does not negate the need to undertake necessary due diligence including seeking independent professional advice if considering entering into a franchise agreement.

How The Athlete's Foot’s answers compare: what Australian franchisors disclose on the Register, by category.

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Frequently asked questions

How much does a The Athlete's Foot franchise cost?

A The Athlete's Foot franchise requires a total investment of $100,000–$400,000 all-in (ACCC Franchise Disclosure Register).

What are The Athlete's Foot's ongoing fees?

The Athlete's Foot's ongoing royalty and marketing fees are not published. Ask the franchisor and check the disclosure document for the current fee structure.

Is The Athlete's Foot on the Franchise Disclosure Register?

Based on FranchiseScope's research, The Athlete's Foot appears on the ACCC Franchise Disclosure Register. We recommend confirming the current entry yourself at franchisedisclosure.gov.au before relying on it.