The Max Challenge vs AKT Franchise Comparison

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

Start-Up Costs and Fees
 
The Max Challenge Franchise
AKT Franchise
Investment $131,868 - $280,592$341,200 - $529,900
Franchise Fee $40,000$60,000
Royalty Fee 6%-
Advertising Fee 2%-
Year Founded 20112018
Year Franchised 20132018
Term Of Agreement --
Term Of Agreement --
Renewal Fee --


Business Experience Requirements
 
The Max Challenge Franchise
AKT Franchise
Experience --

Financing Options
 
The Max Challenge Franchise
AKT Franchise
  In-House/3rd PartyIn-House/3rd Party
Franchise Fees -/--/-
Start-up Costs -/--/-
Equipment -/--/-
Inventory -/--/-
Receivables -/--/-
Payroll -/--/-

Training & Support
 
The Max Challenge Franchise
AKT Franchise
Training 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 Site Selection Proprietary Software Franchisee Intranet Platform -
Marketing Co-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: 2

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Expansion Plans
 
The Max Challenge Franchise
AKT Franchise
US Expansion -Yes
Canada Expansion -Yes
International Expansion --

Company Overviews

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

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!