Curves vs Xtend Barre Franchise Comparison

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

Start-Up Costs and Fees
 
Curves Franchise
Xtend Barre Franchise
Investment $115,600 - $243,200$162,785 - $516,870
Franchise Fee $39,900$36,000
Royalty Fee 5%4% to 6%
Advertising Fee --
Year Founded 19922007
Year Franchised 19952007
Term Of Agreement 5 years-
Term Of Agreement 5 years-
Renewal Fee --


Business Experience Requirements
 
Curves Franchise
Xtend Barre Franchise
Experience
  • Financially stable
    		• COMMITMENT - We're looking for candidates who demonstrate a commitment to their clients, craft and community.

    PASSION - All of our owners share a desire to improve not just their own well-being, but the well-being of their clients and staff as well.

    EXPERIENCE - Have you helped build or lead a high performing team or organization in the past? That experience is exactly what we like to see.

    STABILITY - You need both feet on the ground, before you can dance, so we like to make sure our owners have the financial stability they need to safely move forward.

    Financing Options
     
    Curves Franchise
    Xtend Barre Franchise
      In-House/3rd PartyIn-House/3rd Party
    Franchise Fees No/No-/-
    Start-up Costs No/No-/-
    Equipment No/No-/-
    Inventory No/No-/-
    Receivables No/No-/-
    Payroll No/No-/-

    Training & Support
     
    Curves Franchise
    Xtend Barre Franchise
    Training At regional meetings (full day), convention (3 days), local events (1 day)-
    Support Newsletter, Meetings, Toll-free phone line, Grand opening, Internet, Field operations/evaluations-
    Marketing Co-op advertising, Ad slicks, National media, Regional advertising-
    Operations 50% of all franchisees own more than one unit

    Number of employees needed to run franchised unit: 2

    Absentee ownership of franchise is allowed. (70% of current franchisees are owner/operators)

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    Expansion Plans
     
    Curves Franchise
    Xtend Barre Franchise
    US Expansion -Yes
    Canada Expansion No-
    International Expansion YesYes

    Company Overviews

    About Curves

    At the age of 20, pre-med student Gary Heavin had taken over a failing fitness center in Houston, turning the business around and, within five years, opened six more centers. After 10 years and 17 centers, Heavin's business went under. Not wanting to give up, Heavin took lessons from the strengths and weaknesses of his first chain and decided to open a second. In 1992, Heavin opened Curves for Women, a women-only fitness center, in Harlingen, Texas. The company began franchising in 1995.

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    About Xtend Barre

    If you're anything like us... the idea of sitting behind a desk all day just doesn't feel right. You want to move. You want to be free. You want to trade that bunchy pantsuit for a comfy pair of yoga tights and hit the hardwood. You'll be in control; not just of your studio, but also of your life. Your Life on Point As a franchise owner, you will utilize and expand upon important business skills but have the freedom to set your own schedule and live a healthier, more active lifestyle. There's more than one way to bring Xtend Barre's unique energy and attitude to the barre. This is why we offer a series of innovative and dynamic programs to help our clients get their body on point. From custom Xtend Barre Pilates and Yoga programs, to Xtend Barre HIIT and TRX classes, the barre is just the beginning. Some of the resources available to new franchise owners include: * Hiring, retail and launch strategy and collateral * Comprehensive instructor training programs * Local, regional, and online continuing education programs * Sales, marketing and branding support * Launch strategy from pre-sale through grand opening * Studio staffing & management guidance You'll be able to surround yourself with engaging, like-minded individuals, who share your passion for motivating and inspiring others. The work you do will change lives and help shape the bodies and minds of countless individuals who enter your studio every day. In essence, this is more than just a great business opportunity, this is a chance to inspire, lead, motivate and take control of your life.