Each Friday, we’ll be spotlighting one of our successful partner franchisors who are poised for growth. This week, 9Round is our featured brand.
9Round
Industry: Fitness
Overview of Brand: 9Round offers 30-minute circuit-training workouts with a kickboxing theme. There are no class times – a new class begins every three minutes – and workouts change daily so customers don’t get bored. Trainers are included with every workout at no extra charge.
Investment Level: $57,000 – $93,000
Units Sold in 2014: 135
Ideal Franchisee Profile: Successful 9Round franchisees love fitness and want to be in business for themselves but with a proven business model. They love the idea of making money through the avenue of helping others improve their health.
Brand Differentiators:
- Low start-up cost
- Low overhead
- Quick/easy build out
- Low labor burden
- Exceptional business/sales training for new owners
- Robust ongoing support
9Round’s uniqueness lies in their ability to get people to love working out and love their gym thanks to four main elements:
- No class times for the client (circuit format).
- Fun, fast-paced workouts are different each day, so no boredom.
- Full body workouts in just 30 minutes so clients can get on with their lives.
- Trainers are included with membership at no extra cost
Additional Highlights: 9Round is the the fastest growing kickboxing fitness chain in the world, and they currently open two-three new locations a week.