World Gym International vs AKT Franchise Comparison

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

Start-Up Costs and Fees
 
World Gym International Franchise
AKT Franchise
Investment $852,000 - $2,975,000$341,200 - $529,900
Franchise Fee $25,000$60,000
Royalty Fee $1,000/mo.-
Advertising Fee included-
Year Founded 19762018
Year Franchised 19822018
Term Of Agreement --
Term Of Agreement --
Renewal Fee --


Business Experience Requirements
 
World Gym International Franchise
AKT Franchise
Experience --

Financing Options
 
World Gym International Franchise
AKT Franchise
  In-House/3rd PartyIn-House/3rd Party
Franchise Fees -/--/-
Start-up Costs -/--/-
Equipment -/Yes-/-
Inventory -/--/-
Receivables -/--/-
Payroll -/--/-

Training & Support
 
World Gym International Franchise
AKT Franchise
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

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Expansion Plans
 
World Gym International Franchise
AKT Franchise
US Expansion YesYes
Canada Expansion -Yes
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 AKT

"AKT
AKT is a dance-based cardio concept, offering a unique combination of four modalities: toning, interval, circuit and dance. With new original programming created every 3 weeks and the belief that movement has a powerful, lasting impact, AKT is for all body types and fitness levels. With this positivity and a combination of personal training and movement-based technique, AKT empowers members across the country to become stronger in their bodies, minds and communities - and they have fun doing it!

With a proven concept in one of the most competitive markets, AKT has extensive market potential - be the first to bring AKT's unique workout to your local market!
AKT has the brand strength and proven franchise model to deliver excellent profit potential. International & U.S. markets are available for multi-unit and single-unit investors. Don’t miss the opportunity to own your local market!