Altrincham & Surrounding areas
Leaving the Lab Behind: Jonny’s Story with The Outdoors Project
Ch-ch-changes... From Science to Outdoor Adventure
"I wanted to get away from days spent in front of a computer"
My name is Jonny and I launched my first The Outdoors Project kids clubs in Royston, just outside of Cambridge in summer 2024. After a decade of working as a scientist, with a PhD in physical chemistry, I wanted to get away from days spent in front of the computer. Now I spend far more time dressed as a bear and firing water pistols at shelters (that's me in the pictures!).
Earlier in the year, after attending a Franchise Webinar and then coming to visit the Brighton HQ over the February Half Term, I decided The Outdoors Project was the right business for me. I was blown away by the volume of bookings I’ve received, even in my first week of clubs.
If you’re thinking this could be something you’d love to do, I recommend booking an initial call with the franchise team. They were clear, honest and thoughtful in their recruitment process. Go ahead and book a call today!
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IDENTIFYING A GAP IN THE MARKET
Jonny uncovered a remarkable demand in his local town. As a parent he was aware about how little there was for kids to do in Royston over the Summer Holidays, outside the typical sports based holiday clubs. After an near sell out summer, his initial instincts have been proved correct!
Hear from our franchisees about launching their businesses:
"I love being part of this expanding team with a passion for providing outdoor clubs that inspire children in our ever changing planet"
Michelle Turner, Sevenoaks Franchise
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Our new Cambridge Outdoors Project mission to get kids outside
Meet Jonny - the owner of The Outdoors Project - Cambridge & Royston! Jonny is getting ready to launch his Holiday Clubs for Summer 2024.
Breaking free from the Corporate World: Robs Case Study
Journey to franchising with The Outdoors Project // Rob - West Sussex
Rob left the corporate world to run his own business in West Sussex.
“The thing I’ve loved most about taking on a franchise is that it’s given me the autonomy of running my own business but without the anxiety of trying to invent everything from scratch.
The business model is tried and tested, and new franchises are statistically far less likely to fail than a completely new business. If you tend to worry and over-think things as I do, a franchise means easier sleeps.”
The winning combination of teachers experience and HQ support: Mel's case study
Journey to franchising with The Outdoors Project // Mel UJ - Cirencester
After many years teaching Mel launched the Outdoors Project Cirencester in August of this year. Mel wanted to use her teaching experience and passion for the Outdoors in a new venture, but was nervous about starting a business. Having the Outdoors Project HQ Team beside her as she launched her clubs was the perfect combination of Mel's infectious enthusiasm for running clubs and the franchise support expertise in marketing, operations and business administration.
Where it all started - Rowan's Bristol Case Study
Journey to franchising with The Outdoors Project // Rowan Hibbet - Bristol
Rowan was our very first franchisee to join the Outdoors Project back in 2014. Although the franchise was very different then, the mission hasn't changed. Rowan is pretty much the embodiment of this mission and of what it means to be a part of the Outdoors Project Tribe. As a result, Rowan's been someone that both new and old franchisee’s, as well as HQ ,go to for advice.
Club Manager to Business Owner - Connors Lewes Case Study
Journey to franchising with The Outdoors Project // Connor McNally - Lewes District
Connor McNally, Franchisee for Lewes District had the advantage of having worked for the Brighton & Hove Outdoors Project clubs before taking on his own territory. However, he’d not been his own boss before and was taking on a territory which was developed by someone else. In the below interview we ask Connor about life as a business own vs being an employee and what it is like to take over some elses territory.
How Jay & George traded in life as a high flying CEO for fresh air with the family
Journey to franchising with The Outdoors Project // George & Jay - Wokingham & Bracknell
As busy parents to 5 children, Jay and George know first-hand how important it is to ensure children get outdoors, connecting with nature and living happier and healthier lives. Their Wokingham & Bracknell clubs launched in July and immediately received rave reviews on Google and they’re now building their after-school clubs offering, as well as building the brand via their birthday parties.
We caught up with Jay and George asked him about his first couple of months as a franchisee.
