OrangeTheory Fitness vs UFC Gym Franchise Comparison

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

Start-Up Costs and Fees
 
OrangeTheory Fitness Franchise
UFC Gym Franchise
Investment $608,172 - $1,800,322$199,000 - $4,213,000
Franchise Fee $59,500$30,000 - $50,000
Royalty Fee 8%4%-6%
Advertising Fee 2%2%
Year Founded 20101992
Year Franchised 20102004
Term Of Agreement 10 years-
Term Of Agreement 10 years-
Renewal Fee --


Business Experience Requirements
 
OrangeTheory Fitness Franchise
UFC Gym Franchise
Experience $150K liquidity, $500K net worth, business experience, team builder, outgoing demeanor-

Financing Options
 
OrangeTheory Fitness Franchise
UFC Gym Franchise
  In-House/3rd PartyIn-House/3rd Party
Franchise Fees -/Yes-/-
Start-up Costs -/Yes-/-
Equipment -/Yes-/Yes
Inventory -/Yes-/-
Receivables -/Yes-/Yes
Payroll -/Yes-/Yes

Training & Support
 
OrangeTheory Fitness Franchise
UFC Gym Franchise
Training On-The-Job Training: 3.3 hours Classroom Training: 58.25 hours Additional Training: E-learningOn-The-Job Training: 24 hours Classroom Training: 40 hours Additional Training: Available
Support Newsletter Meetings/Conventions Toll-Free Line Grand Opening Online Support Security/Safety Procedures Field Operations Proprietary Software Franchisee Intranet PlatformNewsletter Meetings/Conventions Toll-Free Line Grand Opening Online Support Field Operations Site Selection Proprietary Software Franchisee Intranet Platform
Marketing

Co-op advertising, Ad slicks, Regional advertising

Ad Templates National Media Social media SEO Website development Email marketing Loyalty program/app
Operations Manual provided Number of Employees Required to Run: 8 - 11Absentee Ownership Allowed

Number of Employees Required to Run: 3 - 5

Expansion Plans
 
OrangeTheory Fitness Franchise
UFC Gym Franchise
US Expansion YesYes
Canada Expansion Yes-
International Expansion YesYes

Company Overviews

About OrangeTheory Fitness

Orangetheory Fitness is an exciting new fitness concept like no other that is sweeping the nation. Hailed by the New York Times as an effective new plateau-busting workout, Orangetheory Fitness leverages heart-rate-monitored interval exercise and group personal training to maximize calorie burn. In less than a year after opening the first Orangetheory Fitness studio in Ft. Lauderdale in March 2010, the franchise grew to 38 locations - and counting.
Orangetheory Fitness offers:
*Specialized group personal training sessions to mid- and high-income consumers
*Studio will drive substantial unique consumers to the retail location every month
*Best one-hour workout in the country
*Affordable group personal training
*55 classes per week at all levels
*Experienced, successful franchise company & management team

This is your opportunity to be a small business owner. When you open an Orangetheory Fitness franchise, you gain a support network of other franchisees, a branding plan for your business, and cooperative advertising.

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#95 in Canada's Top franchises.
#43 in Franchise 500 for 2020.


About UFC Gym

For the first time ever, qualified candidates can own a UFC GYM franchise. This is a ground-breaking opportunity to partner with the Ultimate Fighting Championship. Simply put, owning a UFC GYM is a chance to join the fastest growing, most successful fitness franchise and partner with the UFC. UFC GYM franchisees are backed by a solid management foundation, instant brand recognition and a successful boxing, kickboxing and MMA fitness franchise. UFC GYM is built on a partnership between the UFC, NeV and UG Franchise Operations (formerly LA Boxing Franchise Co.). This creates a solid three-pillar franchise with unlimited ability for global growth. UFC GYMs are currently open in the U.S. and Australia, with more than 170 locations open or sold in 25 states. Most facilities feature a functional training area, Octagon or 1/2 Octagon, a bag area with 30 heavy bags, cutting-edge cardio and strength equipment, private training and retail - all areas of potential income for a UFC GYM franchisee. We have multiple levels of opportunity for investment in UFC GYM with facilities ranging from 6,000-10,000 sq. ft.

Most markets require a two to three unit commitment.
The total initial investment for a Class model UFC GYM ranges from $199,500 to $393,500, which includes fees that must be paid to the franchisor for the initial franchise fee, the equipment for the GYM, a retail package and music licensing. Such fees paid to the franchisor will range between $154,500 and $198,500, depending on the size of your Class UFC GYM and amenities selected.
The total initial investment for a Core model UFC GYM ranges from $368,500 to $1,062,500, which includes fees that must be paid to the franchisor for the initial franchise fee, the equipment for the GYM, a retail package and music licensing. Such fees paid to the franchisor will range between $202,500 and $326,000 depending on the size of your Core UFC GYM and amenities selected.
The total initial investment for a Signature model UFC GYM ranges from $1,080,000 to $4,213,000, which includes fees that must be paid to the franchisor for the initial franchise fee, the equipment for the GYM, a retail package and music licensing. Such fees paid to the franchisor will range between $646,000 and $1,466,000, depending on the size of your Signature UFC GYM and amenities selected. Franchisees who also obtain development rights must pay the franchisor the corresponding Initial Franchise Fee for each additional UFC GYM business to be opened.
Veteran Incentives  10% off franchise fee

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#499 in Franchise 500 for 2020.