Gold's Gym vs OsteoStrong Franchise Comparison

Below is an in-depth analysis and side-by-side comparison of Gold's Gym vs OsteoStrong including start-up costs and fees, business experience requirements, training & support and financing options.

Start-Up Costs and Fees
 
Gold's Gym Franchise
OsteoStrong Franchise
Investment $22,182,505,000,500$350,780 - $660,750
Franchise Fee $40,000$19,000
Royalty Fee 5%-
Advertising Fee 2%-
Year Founded 19652012
Year Franchised 19802012
Term Of Agreement --
Term Of Agreement --
Renewal Fee --


Business Experience Requirements
 
Gold's Gym Franchise
OsteoStrong Franchise
Experience
  • Industry experience
  • General business experience
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    Financing Options
     
    Gold's Gym Franchise
    OsteoStrong Franchise
      In-House/3rd PartyIn-House/3rd Party
    Franchise Fees No/Yes-/-
    Start-up Costs No/Yes-/-
    Equipment No/Yes-/-
    Inventory No/Yes-/-
    Receivables No/No-/-
    Payroll No/No-/-

    Training & Support
     
    Gold's Gym Franchise
    OsteoStrong Franchise
    Training Available at headquarters-
    Support Newsletter, Meetings, Toll-free phone line, Grand opening, Internet, Field operations/evaluations-
    Marketing Co-op advertising, Regional advertising-
    Operations 30% of all franchisees own more than one unit

    Absentee ownership of franchise is allowed.

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    Expansion Plans
     
    Gold's Gym Franchise
    OsteoStrong Franchise
    US Expansion -Yes
    Canada Expansion No-
    International Expansion Yes-

    Company Overviews

    About Gold's Gym

    Bodybuilders training outside on Muscle Beach were the first customers for the original Gold's Gym when it opened in Venice, California, in 1965. With its intense, no-frills atmosphere, the gym soon became known as the 'Mecca of Bodybuilding.' Arnold Schwarznegger's movie 'Pumping Iron' focused on Gold's Gym, propelling it into the spotlight in 1975. Gold's Gym has been franchising since 1980, and franchises account for more than 90 percent of its locations. In addition to running the health club facilities, franchisees sell Gold's Gym licensed apparel through their Pro Shops.

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    About OsteoStrong

    "OsteoStrong 
    OsteoStrong experience helps to improve different aspects of your health including posture, strength and agility.
    OsteoStrong offers an exceptional business opportunity. As you explore the OsteoStrong franchise system, we believe that you will conclude that this is the best small business investment decision you can make for your future. Our technology is unique, our marketing channels are unparalleled, and our market is truly global in reach and local in impact.
    Unlike many other franchise opportunities out there, OsteoStrong is committed to providing our franchisees with the highest degree of support, at an operational tempo that surpasses all others. From the beginning of the process to the day you open your location and beyond our team is dedicated to helping you every step along the way. You’ll be amazed at the care and attention you receive in the area of training and operational support!

    #157 in Franchise 500 for 2021  Not in Franchise 500 for 2020