ShapeXpress vs Koko FitClub Franchise Comparison

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

Start-Up Costs and Fees
 
ShapeXpress Franchise
Koko FitClub Franchise
Investment $89,500 - $152,000$185,260 - $396,312
Franchise Fee $20,000$39,000
Royalty Fee Varies-
Advertising Fee --
Year Founded 2002-
Year Franchised 2003-
Term Of Agreement 10 years-
Term Of Agreement 10 years-
Renewal Fee $2.5K-


Business Experience Requirements
 
ShapeXpress Franchise
Koko FitClub Franchise
Experience
  • Marketing skills
  • Sales skills, previous employee supervision skills
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    Financing Options
     
    ShapeXpress Franchise
    Koko FitClub Franchise
      In-House/3rd PartyIn-House/3rd Party
    Franchise Fees No/No-/-
    Start-up Costs No/Yes-/-
    Equipment No/Yes-/-
    Inventory No/Yes-/-
    Receivables No/No-/-
    Payroll No/Yes-/-

    Training & Support
     
    ShapeXpress Franchise
    Koko FitClub Franchise
    Training Ongoing-
    Support Newsletter, Meetings, Toll-free phone line, Grand opening, Internet, Security/safety procedures, Field operations/evaluations-
    Marketing Co-op advertising, Ad slicks, Regional advertising-
    Operations Franchisees required to buy multiple units/master licenses

    Number of employees needed to run franchised unit: 3 - 4

    Absentee ownership of franchise is allowed. (35% of current franchisees are owner/operators)

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    Expansion Plans
     
    ShapeXpress Franchise
    Koko FitClub Franchise
    US Expansion --
    Canada Expansion No-
    International Expansion No-

    Company Overviews

    About ShapeXpress

    NO LONGER FRANCHISING

    Proven results for members AND franchisees! Join our success in the $14.8 billion fitness industry! ShapeXpress for Women is setting the standard for women's only fitness franchise opportunities. "Amazing support from the corporate office." That's what our franchisees are saying about ShapeXpress. Support in every area of starting and operating your club: finding a location, negotiating a lease, decor & build-out, financing, marketing, membership sales, daily operations, billing, member tracking, hiring and more. Each franchisee is assigned a Franchise Support Executive to personally assist with setting goals and addressing concerns. Weekly conference calls keep our franchisees in communication with our corporate office and each other. Among U.S. franchises, 65% consist of fewer than 100 stores and 49% have under 50 locations. Compare this to ShapeXpress, which in its first 3 years of offering, has sold over 300 franchises!

    About Koko FitClub

    The right idea... ...at just the right time. The $60B worldwide fitness industry is a proven, recession-proof industry. With Koko FitClub, you can be part of this growing industry with a competitive edge no other health club can match. # Unbeatable marketing advantage: Unlimited monthly personal training for a price that’s less than what typical clubs charge for just one session. Koko makes it easy to attract and retain members. # Unmatched technology and cost advantage: Our exclusive Koko Smartraining System not only delivers a premium service, it replaces expensive staff and reduces operating expenses too. # Simple to operate: No long hours, no special skills needed, no big overhead or staff to manage. # Affordable to open: Low start-up costs and readily available financing. To learn more, complete an information request form or call 1-877-KOKOFIT to see if there's a Koko FitClub franchise opportunity available in your area.
    Koko FitClub is the alternative to traditional fitness. We've combined patented technology and individualized coaching to create a proven training system that customizes each workout, reshapes your body, and coaches you every step of the way.