A Proven Formula for Success
At Super Star Sport, we believe in empowering our franchisees through unmatched support, continuous development, and a passion for sports education. Here’s why partnering with us is the best decision for your future.
100% of our franchisees are satisfied with the support provided by HQ since the July 2024 structural changes, with 83.3% satisfied and 16.7% very satisfied.
100% of franchisees rate HQ’s response time as 4 or 5 stars when they need assistance.
Our family-driven culture allows franchisees to learn from others at every stage of their journey, whether in year one, five, or beyond.
Unrivalled Support Network
Our commitment to franchisee success goes beyond just providing tools – we offer a fully immersive support structure. At Super Star Sport, our support doesn’t stop once you join the team; it’s an ongoing partnership designed to ensure your success.
Angelo Ciccarelli,
Founder & Managing Director
Angelo Ciccarelli’s positive mindset and infectious energy set the tone for the entire Super Star Sport network. With over 12 years of experience running the business, Angelo’s drive and passion for children’s health and fitness are truly his superpowers. His vision is simple but ambitious: to cover the country in Super Star Sport’s signature purple, inspiring hundreds of thousands of active, smiling children, while helping franchise directors achieve their personal and business goals.
Zara Skidmore,
Operations Manager
Zara brings over 16 years of experience as a qualified teacher, making her an invaluable asset to our team. Her background in education means she understands the needs of schools, parents, and children alike, allowing her to provide unparalleled operational guidance to our franchisees. From helping you deliver quality coaching sessions to supporting you in navigating complex educational landscapes, Zara is there every step of the way, ensuring you are always performing at the highest standards.
Liz Smith,
HR Manager
Having Liz Smith on board means that our network benefits from top-tier legal and HR compliance. With a deep understanding of employment laws, safeguarding requirements, and HR best practices, Liz ensures that each franchise runs smoothly and remains compliant with all legal standards. This keeps your operations protected and ensures the highest levels of staff performance and welfare. She’s pivotal in creating a workplace environment where your team can thrive, and her support is available to all franchisees.
Gaetano Scaglioni,
Training & Development Manager
Gaetano brings over 11 years of industry experience in children’s sports coaching and more than 20 years in corporate training and development. He plays a crucial role in ensuring that our franchisees receive world-class training and that coaching standards across the network remain consistently high. His hands-on approach ensures that franchisees and their teams are always operating with the best techniques, delivering excellence to the children and schools they serve.
Billy Densham,
Network Manager
With 13 years of experience in the sports coaching sector, Billy has been instrumental in growing the Super Star Sport brand by over 300%. His dedication, vision, and leadership have strengthened our franchise network, leading to record turnover. As Network Manager, Billy ensures franchisees are always well-supported, with the tools and guidance needed to succeed.
Continuous Communication and Collaboration
Intranet & ZiiK Communication Platform:
We have streamlined our communication and collaboration using our bespoke intranet system, ZiiK, where franchisees can share ideas, access documents, and communicate with the entire network. Whether you’re in year one or year five of running your franchise, the ability to learn from others and stay connected is at your fingertips.
Weekly/Monthly Meetings:
We hold monthly one-to-one meetings with franchisees to offer tailored guidance, while fortnightly group meetings ensure you’re constantly learning alongside others in the network. Regular touchpoints with the HQ team mean you’re never far from the help and advice you need.
Fast and Reliable Response Time
100% of franchisees rate HQ’s response time as 4 or 5 stars when they need assistance. We pride ourselves on being available to address queries and concerns promptly, ensuring your business runs smoothly without delays.
Family Culture: Learn, Grow, Succeed
Super Star Sport operates as more than just a franchise network; we’re a family.
Learning from Others: As a new franchisee, you’re not starting this journey alone. You’ll have the opportunity to learn from other franchisees at various stages of their journey, from those in their first year of operation to those with 5+ years of experience. This collaborative environment ensures shared learning and collective success.
A Senior Team with Over 43 Years Combined Experience: The Super Star Sport HQ team brings together decades of expertise across sports, business, education, and franchising. We know what it takes to make a franchise successful, and we use that experience to guide and coach you every step of the way. Your success is our success, and we pride ourselves on seeing our franchisees achieve their personal and business goals.
LEON HOWARD, OWNER OF MIDLANDS FRANCHISE
Proven Track Record of Success
Leon Howard is a multi-unit owner who has been part of the Super Star Sport network for over 7 years. His business continues to go from strength to strength, with Leon regularly recording record turnover year after year. He’s on track to be one of the elite 4% of UK businesses to record a turnover of over £1 million in a 12-month period!
But Leon’s achievements go beyond financial success. He plays a vital role in ensuring thousands of children in the Midlands are staying fit, active, healthy, and smiling through the power of sport. His work has had a profound impact on the lives of children across the region.
Additionally, Leon has found the perfect work-life balance, allowing him to regularly take and pick up his daughter from school while managing a thriving business. We are extremely proud of Leon’s development and the incredible success he continues to achieve.
By choosing Super Star Sport, you’re not just joining a franchise—you’re joining a network that is committed to your success. With a family-driven culture, the guidance of a highly experienced team, and an unshakable commitment to coaching excellence, we are proud to provide the support and resources needed to help you succeed at every stage of your journey.
