The Barre Code vs AKT Franchise Comparison

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

Start-Up Costs and Fees

 
The Barre Code Franchise
AKT Franchise
Investment $190,500 - $411,800$341,200 - $529,900
Franchise Fee $49,500$60,000
Royalty Fee 6%-
Advertising Fee 1%-
Year Founded 20102018
Year Franchised 20122018
Term Of Agreement --
Term Of Agreement --
Renewal Fee --


Business Experience Requirements

 
The Barre Code Franchise
AKT Franchise
Experience --

Financing Options

 
The Barre Code Franchise
AKT 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

 
The Barre Code Franchise
AKT Franchise
Training On-The-Job Training: 42 hours Classroom Training: 128 hours -
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 Number of Employees Required to Run: 1 - 2 -

Expansion Plans

 
The Barre Code Franchise
AKT Franchise
US Expansion YesYes
Canada Expansion -Yes
International Expansion --

Company Overviews

About The Barre Code

 ‎Co-founders, Jillian and Ariana launched The Barre Code in 2010, with a shared passion for personal training and empowerment through positivity.
Franchising since 2012, we have grown from the inaugural location in Chicago’s River North neighborhood to nearly 50 prosperous locations across 17 states with thousands of members while generating national media coverage.   As The Barre Code continues to expand, one powerful consistency remains: a dedication to helping transform people into their strongest, fittest selves while supporting franchise owners to reach their personal goals.

"Entrepreneur
#379 in Franchise 500 for 2020.
#195 in Franchise 500 for 2021.




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!