How It Works

At Special Strong, we look for our prospective franchisees to have $150,000+ net worth and liquid capital of at least $25,000. Typical financing often comes through non-traditional lending institutions, local lenders, and possibly even family or friends as investors.

Home-Based Franchise Model

Our home-based franchise model requires a lower investment due to not having to buy a location or gym equipment. Estimated start-up costs for U.S. locations range from $59,000 to $68,700* and include but are not limited to the franchise fee, grand opening, and operating capital.

  • Train clients at affiliate gym locations or in-home
  • Low fees and overhead costs
  • Own multiple territories
  • Owner-operator or semi-absentee models available
  • Recurring subscription revenue model
  • No real estate purchases required
  • Limited competition
Franchise Fee
(One Territory)

$42,500

Start-Up Costs & Grand Opening

$9,500 – $16,200

Operating Capital for First 90 Days

$7,000 – $10,000

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Royalty Structure

The royalty structure was developed to encourage the individual franchises to be successful. With a de-escalating royalty structure, the more yearly revenue (annualized monthly), the less royalties are paid. The minimum monthly royalty is $250/month. Current royalty percentages are as follows:

  • 8.0% – Up to $10,000
  • 7.5% – $10,001-$15,0000
  • 7.0% – $15,001+

Incentives

  • We do not derive any revenue from franchisee purchases or leases.
  • The prices we get from our vendors are the same prices our franchisees pay. We don't mark up costs or participate in vendor rebates.
  • Once your business opens, royalty fees are waived for the first three months of operation.
  • Once you obtain the revenue threshold amount for a lower royalty fee tier, your royalty fee rate will not increase above that rate for the remainder of the applicable calendar year.

Steps to Success

At Special Strong, we created a 5-step process to help educate potential franchisees on their journey. Our goal is not to “sell” you a franchise, rather we want to educate you into making an informed decision. The entire 5-step process typically takes 6-12 weeks.

STEP 1 Initial Consultation / Intro to Business Model & Key Differentiators

  • Get to know each other
  • Review the Special Strong business model
  • Learn how you can impact your special needs community
  • Understand the financial commitment

STEP 2 Training, Systems, & Support

  • Hear more about Special Strong University
  • Learn about the systems
  • Discover the support we offer
  • Complete franchise application

STEP 3 Business Ownership Review

  • Get educated on the franchise disclosure documents (FDD)
  • Review the Special Strong franchise disclosure documents (FDD)
  • See available territories in your area
  • Talk to other Special Strong franchise owners

STEP 4 Discovery Day

  • Meet the Special Strong founders & team
  • Shadow and work with Special Strong adaptive clients
  • Team votes on awarding a Special Strong franchise to candidates
  • If successful, we will award you a franchise and begin preparing the franchise documents for signature.

STEP 5 Onboarding

  • Congratulations! You are an official Special Strong owner
  • Begin Preliminary training
  • Attend Special Strong University
  • Host Grand Opening and Launch

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