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Below is an in-depth analysis and side-by-side comparison of Fit after Fifty vs World Gym International including start-up costs and fees, business experience requirements, training & support and financing options.
Start-Up Costs and Fees |
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Investment | $39,800 - $47,200 | $852,000 - $2,975,000 |
Franchise Fee | N/A | $25,000 |
Royalty Fee | - | $1,000/mo. |
Advertising Fee | - | included |
Year Founded | 2003 | 1976 |
Year Franchised | 2004 | 1982 |
Term Of Agreement | - | - |
Term Of Agreement | - | - |
Renewal Fee | - | - |
Business Experience Requirements |
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Experience | - | - |
Financing Options |
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In-House/3rd Party | In-House/3rd Party | |
Franchise Fees | -/- | -/- |
Start-up Costs | -/- | -/- |
Equipment | -/- | -/Yes |
Inventory | -/- | -/- |
Receivables | -/- | -/- |
Payroll | -/- | -/- |
Training & Support |
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Training | - | On-The-Job Training: 7 days Classroom Training: 5 days |
Support | - | Purchasing Co-ops Newsletter Meetings/Conventions Toll-Free Line Grand Opening Online Support Security/Safety Procedures Field Operations |
Marketing | - | Co-op Advertising Ad Templates |
Operations | - | Absentee Ownership Allowed Number of Employees Required to Run: 15 |
Expansion Plans |
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US Expansion | - | Yes |
Canada Expansion | - | - |
International Expansion | - | Yes |
Fit After 50 is a simple and satisfying business to own. With just a
small investment it can provide a good return to the studio owner. The
primary skills required to be a successful franchisee are an
entrepreneurial background and the desire to have fun! You spend your
days enjoying a non-stressful, healthy, social environment. You
experience the rewards of witnessing improvements to your members\'
health and well being. Basically, this is a "feel good, do good"
business....and you\'re working for yourself!
With a heritage that traces back to the glory days of Muscle Beach in Los Angeles, CA, World Gym has been keeping people fit and changing lives for over 40 years. Our experience runs deep. World Gym knows the difference between cheap fads and time-proven techniques. We’ve learned the best ways to get your hearts pounding and your adrenaline pumping. World Gym makes sure all of our gyms have all the tools you need to perform your best.
World Gym's Mission: To provide the finest level of service in the fitness community with special emphasis on top-level fitness and proven results.