GolfTEC vs TGA Premier Sports Franchise Comparison

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

Company Overviews

About GolfTEC

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.

About TGA Premier Sports

TGA is a parent-funded program so franchisees who partner with more schools see increased profits and impact because they have access to more parents. TGA franchisees are successful partnering with schools because:
1. TGA is a youth development program that uses golf as a conduit for teaching life skills, physical education and academic lessons such as math and science. School administrators usually don't care about golf but they care tremendously about these educational components that are central to the TGA program.
2. New franchisees receive on-site training, which covers: a. The proper vernacular to speak with school administrators. b. Knowledge of the after school and golf industries. c. Experience going through the process of partnering with schools. d. An in-depth analysis of TGA's program and business.
3. Franchisees have instant credibility due to: a. TGA's experience running 5,000+ successful sessions. b. TGA's brand recognition and professional marketing materials. c. TGA's corporate partners in both the golf and education industries. d. TGA's national recommendations and references.
4. TGA's program includes character development, rules & etiquette and educational lessons as demonstrated through our TGA Student Handbook.
5. The TGA curriculum is aligned with several states' standards for physical education. The TGA Experience, with our 5E's Teaching Objectives, are aligned with classroom structures.
6. TGA's marketing materials were designed by our professional branding company to be informative and effective.
7. TGA's Curriculum Consultant, who has over 20 years of experience in public schools, provides guidance and strategies for partnering with schools.
8. TGA works in association with the TGA Golf Foundation to run programs at schools that only work with non-profit organizations.
9. Franchisees have 24/7 support on all aspects of their business, including: a. Getting into high priority schools/districts b. Navigating bureaucracies c. Overcoming obstacles and barriers to entry d. Utilizing other Territory Owners to discuss best practices

Veteran Incentives  20% off franchise fee

#460 in Franchise 500 for 2020.