9Round vs TruFusion Franchise Comparison

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

Start-Up Costs and Fees
 
9Round Franchise
TruFusion Franchise
Investment $106,175 - $150,275$899,720 - $3,061,250
Franchise Fee $30,000$65,000
Royalty Fee $600/mo.8%
Advertising Fee 2%2%
Year Founded 20072013
Year Franchised 20092015
Term Of Agreement 5 years-
Term Of Agreement 5 years-
Renewal Fee --


Business Experience Requirements
 
9Round Franchise
TruFusion Franchise
Experience --

Financing Options
 
9Round Franchise
TruFusion Franchise
  In-House/3rd PartyIn-House/3rd Party
Franchise Fees -/Yes-/-
Start-up Costs -/Yes-/-
Equipment -/Yes-/-
Inventory -/Yes-/-
Receivables -/Yes-/-
Payroll -/Yes-/-

Training & Support
 
9Round Franchise
TruFusion 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
 
9Round Franchise
TruFusion Franchise
US Expansion YesYes
Canada Expansion --
International Expansion Yes-

Company Overviews

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. 

Veteran Incentives  15% off franchise fee
"Top         "Top     "Entrepreneur
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#13 on Franchise Rankings.com
#110 in Canada's Top franchises.
#46 in Gator's Top franchises.
#139 in Franchise 500 for 2020.
#169 in Franchise 500 for 2021.




About TruFusion

"Trufusion

Founded in 2013, TruFusion is a one-of-a-kind group fitness studio that offers over 200 unique fusion workout classes per week including Hot Pilates, Tru Kettlebell, HIITribe, Barefoot Bootcamp, YinFused and more. The popular Las Vegas-based franchise has developed a loyal following of members that coin themselves the TruTribe. Placing an emphasis on inspiring the surrounding community. TruFusion is a one-stop shop for all things health and fitness, offering several additional products and services including healthy food & beverages and an original line of workout apparel.

The total investment necessary to begin operation of a TruFusion group fitness franchise is  $1,400,510 to $3,061,250 for a Flagship Studio (this includes $109,260 to $267,600 that must be paid to the franchisor or their affiliates) and $899,720 to $1,699,550 for an Express Studio (This includes $109,260 to $267,600 that must be paid to the franchisor or their affiliates).