StrengthTime vs 9Round Franchise Comparison

Below is an in-depth analysis and side-by-side comparison of StrengthTime vs 9Round including start-up costs and fees, business experience requirements, training & support and financing options.

Start-Up Costs and Fees
	StrengthTime Franchise	9Round Franchise
Investment	$100,000 - $160,000	$106,175 - $150,275
Franchise Fee	N/A	$30,000
Royalty Fee	-	$600/mo.
Advertising Fee	-	2%
Year Founded	-	2007
Year Franchised	-	2009
Term Of Agreement	-	5 years
Term Of Agreement	-	5 years
Renewal Fee	-	-
Business Experience Requirements
	StrengthTime Franchise	9Round Franchise
Experience	-	-
Financing Options
	StrengthTime Franchise	9Round Franchise
	In-House/3rd Party	In-House/3rd Party
Franchise Fees	-/-	-/Yes
Start-up Costs	-/-	-/Yes
Equipment	-/-	-/Yes
Inventory	-/-	-/Yes
Receivables	-/-	-/Yes
Payroll	-/-	-/Yes
Training & Support
	StrengthTime Franchise	9Round Franchise
Training	-	You will visit the 9Round training facility in Greenville SC. You will go through a 5 day intensive training program that will teach you not only how to kick and punch, but how to operate the business. On-The-Job Training: 16 hours Classroom Training: 16 hours Additional Training: Online & regional training
Support	-	Purchasing Co-ops Newsletter Meetings/Conventions Toll-Free Line Grand Opening Online Support Security/Safety Procedures Site Selection Proprietary Software
Marketing	-	Co-op Advertising Ad Templates National Media Regional Advertising Social media SEO Website development Email marketing
Operations	-	Number of Employees Required to Run: 3 - 4
Expansion Plans
	StrengthTime Franchise	9Round Franchise
US Expansion	-	Yes
Canada Expansion	-	-
International Expansion	-	Yes

Company Overviews

About StrengthTime

The beauty of the StrengthTime system is its simplicity. The notion of "efficient & effective" translates to our business operations. First, StrengthTime requires a small footprint-1,500 and 2,000 sq. ft.-with locations enjoying success in secondary retail locations.

There are no locker rooms, showers or other environmental concerns. A single restroom, changing room, and small reception/office area are all you need to augment your workout studio. Additionally, because our program is so focused on providing an effective and efficient workout, there are no distractions like loud music or mirrors This helps clients focus on their workout.

About 9Round

9Round is a specialized fitness center dedicated to serving clients who want a unique, fun, and proven workout that guarantees results. 9Round offers traditional "old school" boxing and kickboxing fitness programs that incorporates functional, interval, cardiovascular, and circuit training regimens. The programs are developed around a proprietary system of 9 challenging workout stations developed by a professional fighter. 9Round delivers total body results in a quick and convenient 30 minute workout with no class times. If you enjoy staying fit and helping people, this is the Franchise for you. Successful 9Round owners come from all walks of life. Some have extensive business backgrounds, some have served in the military, some are personal trainers, and some have never operated a business. 9Round has 9 different ways you can make money.