The SuperSlow Zone vs Profile by Sanford Franchise Comparison

Below is an in-depth analysis and side-by-side comparison of The SuperSlow Zone vs Profile by Sanford including start-up costs and fees, business experience requirements, training & support and financing options.

Start-Up Costs and Fees

 
The SuperSlow Zone Franchise
Profile by Sanford Franchise
Investment $98,700 - $186,500$388,500 - $634,500
Franchise Fee $30,000 - $35,000$49,500
Royalty Fee Varies5%
Advertising Fee -2%
Year Founded 20042012
Year Franchised 20042014
Term Of Agreement --
Term Of Agreement --
Renewal Fee --


Business Experience Requirements

 
The SuperSlow Zone Franchise
Profile by Sanford Franchise
Experience

Are you energized by helping people become stronger and healthier? Does the excitement of growing a business sound good to you? Do you want to earn top pay to go with your success? These are the qualities we seek.

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Financing Options

 
The SuperSlow Zone Franchise
Profile by Sanford Franchise
  In-House/3rd PartyIn-House/3rd Party
Franchise Fees No/No-/Yes
Start-up Costs No/No-/Yes
Equipment No/Yes-/Yes
Inventory No/No-/Yes
Receivables No/No-/Yes
Payroll No/No-/Yes

Training & Support

 
The SuperSlow Zone Franchise
Profile by Sanford Franchise
Training Available at headquarters, Available at franchisee's location, Web-based training available On-The-Job Training: 228 hours Classroom Training: 32 hours Additional Training: 15 hours annually
Support Newsletter, Meetings, Toll-free phone line, Grand opening, Internet, Security/safety procedures, Purchasing cooperativesPurchasing Co-ops Newsletter Meetings/Conventions Toll-Free Line Grand Opening Online Support Field Operations Site Selection Proprietary Software Franchisee Intranet Platform
Marketing Ad slicks, Regional advertisingCo-op Advertising Ad Templates National Media Regional Advertising Social media SEO Website development Email marketing Loyalty program/app
Operations 50% of all franchisees own more than one unit

Number of employees needed to run franchised unit: 6

Absentee ownership of franchise is allowed. (100% of current franchisees are owner/operators)

Number of Employees Required to Run: 5

Expansion Plans

 
The SuperSlow Zone Franchise
Profile by Sanford Franchise
US Expansion -Yes
Canada Expansion NoYes
International Expansion No-

Company Overviews

About The SuperSlow Zone

SuperSlow Zone is an innovative franchise that is revolutionizing health and wellness by providing exceptional professional fitness services. While we have a tremendous, one of a kind business model in a huge and high growth industry, we are advocates for adults 55+ years old, and always put our clients first. According to US Census Bureau, 21% of today's US population is 55+ years old, by 2019, the last baby boomers turn 55, and the 55+ population will grow to 29%. That's about 90 million people reflecting on their health and quality of life as they continue to age. The Market is growing with the increasing population of aging adults and people in need of specific exercise options related to their personal health and wellbeing without injuries or severe wear and tear on your body.SuperSlow Zone has a solution for this growing customer base with the proprietary process and platform offering amazing health benefits with the supervision and structure to facilitate safe exercise as well. SuperSlow Zone is an exclusive professional fitness service company that provides a unique 20 minute full body workout, 1 - 2 time per week, always one on one instruction, by appointment only, in your normal daily clothes. And, SuperSlow Zone guarantees Maximum Results in Minimum Time. As the only, professional fitness service for health and well-being for all adults, SuperSlow Zone is quickly becoming one of the most important franchise opportunities in the United States. Opening a SuperSlow Zone franchise means you are joining a professional team that is dedicated to "health and quality of life" for members of your community by supporting the growth of your own business.

About Profile by Sanford

Profile by Sanford is a comprehensive weight loss and weight management program designed by the physicians and experts at Sanford Health. The program utilizes a certified health coach and offers integrated technology and meal replacement products to provide members with a solution for nutrition, activity, and lifestyle changes. Be part of the $20+ billion weight loss industry, helping nearly 70% of Americans who are overweight.
 * Align with an evidence-based program designed by physicians and scientists with proven results
 * Be backed by Sanford Health, the largest rural non-profit health system in the nation
 *Join an organization that's focused on preventative medicine and bettering the lives of its members.
 *Real estate site selection consultation.
 *Ongoing operations and management support
 *Staff training and certification program.
 *Assistance and access to promotions and marketing campaigns.

 *Technology software and IT System support.

Do What You Love. Change Lives

The total investment necessary to begin operation of a single PROFILE SANFORD franchise ranges from $388,500 to $634,500 for a stand-alone store, and from $183,000 to $334,200 for an in-facility store. This includes $183,000 to $334,200 for a stand-alone store, and $123,000 to $158,200 for an in-facility store, that must be paid to the franchisor or affiliate.
Veteran Incentives  $5,000 off franchise fee

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