Sports Specific Training vs Destination Athlete Franchise Comparison

Below is an in-depth analysis and side-by-side comparison of Sports Specific Training vs Destination Athlete including start-up costs and fees, business experience requirements, training & support and financing options.

Start-Up Costs and Fees

 
Sports Specific Training Franchise
Destination Athlete Franchise
Investment $100,000 - $200,000$28,300 - $93,610
Franchise Fee $50,000$20,000 - $50,000
Royalty Fee -5%-8%
Advertising Fee -2%
Year Founded 19972008
Year Franchised 20052008
Term Of Agreement --
Term Of Agreement --
Renewal Fee --


Business Experience Requirements

 
Sports Specific Training Franchise
Destination Athlete Franchise
Experience --

Financing Options

 
Sports Specific Training Franchise
Destination Athlete Franchise
  In-House/3rd PartyIn-House/3rd Party
Franchise Fees -/-Yes/Yes
Start-up Costs -/--/Yes
Equipment -/--/Yes
Inventory -/--/Yes
Receivables -/--/Yes
Payroll -/--/Yes

Training & Support

 
Sports Specific Training Franchise
Destination Athlete Franchise
Training You will receive comprehensive training on business operations, sales, marketing and membership management. At SST the training never stops! On-The-Job Training: 80+ hours Classroom Training: 40 hours Additional Training: Online, conference calls
Support Working with your Franchise Consultant, you will have a one-stop resource for all the phases of your facility. As a franchisee, you have access to ongoing support that helps with your RESULTS! Our team of Franchise Consultants and other corporate staff are continually developing new and exciting ways to support you. Just some of the tools available to you include: � Online operations and marketing manuals. � Training for managers and sales personnel. � Onsite visits to your club and the opportunity to shadow an existing club owner. � Conference calls and webinars. � Branding and Marketing SupportPurchasing Co-ops Newsletter Meetings/Conventions Toll-Free Line Grand Opening Online Support Security/Safety Procedures Field Operations Site Selection Proprietary Software Franchisee Intranet Platform
Marketing -Ad Templates National Media Regional Advertising Social media SEO Website development Email marketing Loyalty program/app
Operations -Number of Employees Required to Run: 1 - 3

Expansion Plans

 
Sports Specific Training Franchise
Destination Athlete Franchise
US Expansion YesYes
Canada Expansion Yes-
International Expansion --

Company Overviews

About Sports Specific Training

SST uses a simple four step approach in fitness and the development of their athletes- strength, speed, nutrition and Functional training. We have found this 4 step model to be very successful and provide results in the fastest time possible. Our athletes get very strong and work the proper energy system during each workout. This is the main thing that every person wants and SST delivers... RESULTS!SST is now franchising Nationally. We have created elite training centers for athletes and adults of all types with a growing base of customers. With our low cost system, consistently providing RESULTS to our customers and franchisees, we have realized that we have a solid business model that both can use to pursue their desired lifestyle. From initial training for all new franchisees and annual franchisee conferences SST is committed to your success.

About Destination Athlete

Destination Athlete™ is an innovative company that focuses on the "complete athlete," offering products and services from "training to trophies."
We aspire to create legendary customer experiences in all meaningful sports communities in the Nation. Destination Athlete™ franchisees embody the passion and commitment to help youth and high school athletes get to their destination through our comprehensive tools and our proven system.
Contact us today to learn how a home based franchise career in sports could be rewarding to countless athletes, your community and of course to you.
Veteran Incentives  15% off franchise fee
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#59 in Gator's Top franchises.
#282 in Franchise 500 for 2020.
#211 in Franchise 500 for 2021.