World Gym International vs The Max Challenge Franchise Comparison

Below is an in-depth analysis and side-by-side comparison of World Gym International vs The Max Challenge including start-up costs and fees, business experience requirements, training & support and financing options.

Start-Up Costs and Fees

 
World Gym International Franchise
The Max Challenge Franchise
Investment $852,000 - $2,975,000$131,868 - $280,592
Franchise Fee $25,000$40,000
Royalty Fee $1,000/mo.6%
Advertising Fee included2%
Year Founded 19762011
Year Franchised 19822013
Term Of Agreement --
Term Of Agreement --
Renewal Fee --


Business Experience Requirements

 
World Gym International Franchise
The Max Challenge Franchise
Experience --

Financing Options

 
World Gym International Franchise
The Max Challenge Franchise
  In-House/3rd PartyIn-House/3rd Party
Franchise Fees -/--/-
Start-up Costs -/--/-
Equipment -/Yes-/-
Inventory -/--/-
Receivables -/--/-
Payroll -/--/-

Training & Support

 
World Gym International Franchise
The Max Challenge Franchise
Training On-The-Job Training: 7 days Classroom Training: 5 days On-The-Job Training: 18 hours Classroom Training: 40 hours Additional Training: Ongoing virtual training
Support Purchasing Co-ops Newsletter Meetings/Conventions Toll-Free Line Grand Opening Online Support Security/Safety Procedures Field Operations Purchasing Co-ops Newsletter Meetings/Conventions Toll-Free Line Grand Opening Online Support Security/Safety Procedures Field Operations Site Selection Proprietary Software Franchisee Intranet Platform
Marketing Co-op Advertising Ad TemplatesCo-op Advertising Ad Templates National Media Regional Advertising Social media SEO Website development Email marketing Loyalty program/app
Operations Absentee Ownership Allowed

Number of Employees Required to Run: 15

Absentee Ownership Allowed

Number of Employees Required to Run: 2


Expansion Plans

 
World Gym International Franchise
The Max Challenge Franchise
US Expansion Yes-
Canada Expansion --
International Expansion Yes-

Company Overviews

About World Gym International

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.

About The Max Challenge

THE MAX Challenge gives our Franchise Owners the opportunity to make an incredible financial return on their investment while truly making a difference in the lives of their members and the community. Enjoy comprehensive guidance and strong ongoing support as you start on your path to fitness franchise ownership.

Veteran Incentives  $5,000 off franchise fee