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Below is an in-depth analysis and side-by-side comparison of GolfTEC vs Personal Training Professionals including start-up costs and fees, business experience requirements, training & support and financing options.
Start-Up Costs and Fees |
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Investment | $125,345 - $470,445 | $140,300 - $223,000 |
Franchise Fee | $17,500 - $35,000 | N/A |
Royalty Fee | 5% | 6% |
Advertising Fee | - | 3% local +1% Nat'l |
Year Founded | 1995 | - |
Year Franchised | 2003 | - |
Term Of Agreement | 10 years | 5 years +5+5+5 |
Term Of Agreement | 10 years | 5 years +5+5+5 |
Renewal Fee | $5K | - |
Business Experience Requirements |
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Experience | Previous experience in the fitness industry is required. | |
Financing Options |
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In-House/3rd Party | In-House/3rd Party | |
Franchise Fees | No/No | -/- |
Start-up Costs | No/No | -/- |
Equipment | No/Yes | -/- |
Inventory | No/Yes | -/- |
Receivables | No/No | -/- |
Payroll | No/No | -/- |
Training & Support |
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Training | - | You will participate in an initial training course which will focus on all aspects of the PTP franchise system and is comprised of classroom and on-the-job training. This includes administration, operations, sales/marketing, and on-the-job exposure. |
Support | Newsletter, Meetings, Toll-free phone line, Grand opening, Internet, Field operations/evaluations, Purchasing cooperatives | - |
Marketing | Co-op advertising, Ad slicks, National media, Regional advertising | - |
Operations |
100% of all franchisees own more than one unit Number of employees needed to run franchised unit: 5 Absentee ownership of franchise is allowed. (40% of current franchisees are owner/operators) | - |
Expansion Plans |
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US Expansion | - | - |
Canada Expansion | No | - |
International Expansion | Yes | - |
GolfTEC delivers real, significant tee-to-green skill improvement to golfers of all skill and avidity levels. The combination of patented data-capture technology and personal coaching by a PGA Professional provides a repeatable, fact-based approach. Franchise and corporate GolfTEC Improvement Centers nationwide and in Mexico include both standalone and Golfsmith locations.GolfTEC, the largest golf instruction company in the world based upon locations and lessons given, allows golf professionals and passionate investors an opportunity to pursue golf as business owners. With an estimated U.S. capacity for 325 locations, commitments already have been made for 70% of designated markets (September, 2008). The remaining 30% of markets may offer single or multi-location options based upon size, golf avidity, and seasonality. International markets represent ownership options that include Master Franchise designation with an alternate support package and royalty structure.
Personal Training Professionals has been providing highly-effective personal fitness training services to the New Canaan, Connecticut area since 1998. Having refined our unique system of personal fitness training, PTP is now searching for individuals interested in owning a Personal Training Professionals Franchise of their own. Successful franchisees will have drive, commitment and the expertise necessary to help members of their communities achieve optimum health with professional fitness training. At its core, the PTP approach is focused on exercise programs custom tailored to each individual's physical condition. Personal Training Professionals' trainers deliver motivation, proper instruction and consistency, all of which are necessary to a successful long-term health and fitness regimen. So where does PTP stand apart from the other fitness franchises you may be researching? First, PTP is not a typical health club. PTP is a state-of-the-art facility with a highly qualified and motivated team of professionally certified fitness trainers and complementary health care practitioners. PTP's personal fitness training programs are augmented by optional services including Nutritional Counseling and weight control programs provided by a registered dietitian; Massage Therapy; Small Group Exercise classes including Yoga, Cardio Kickboxing and Pilates; and Youth Fitness Training Classes for children ages 7 through 12. Please contact us to receive more detailed franchise material.