About Special Strong Franchise
Special Strong is a fitness franchise providing certified personal training, group fitness, and nutrition services specifically designed for individuals of all ages with mental and physical disabilities.
The franchise fee is $40,000, and the brand has been franchising since 2020.
Services are delivered both virtually and on site at host locations such as gyms and schools.
Special Strong Franchise Cost & Fees
Minimum Investment
$59K
Average Investment
$65K
Maximum Investment
$71K
| Fee Type | Amount | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Initial Franchise Fee | $40,000 | One-time payment upon signing |
| Royalty Fee | 8% of Gross Revenue or $250 per month, whichever is greater, if monthly Gross Revenue is less than $10,000; 7.5% of Gross Revenue if monthly Gross Revenue is more than $10,001 but less than $15,000; 7% of Gross Revenue if monthly Gross Revenue exceeds $15,001. of gross sales | Ongoing; paid monthly |
| Marketing/Ad Fund | Brand Development Fund Contribution: 1% of Gross Revenue or $250 per month, whichever is greater. Local Advertising Expenditure: The greater of $1,000 or 4% of Gross Revenue per month. Advertising Cooperative Contributions: Amount established by majority vote of members. | National brand fund |
| Total Investment Range | $59,000 – $70,700 | Includes build-out, inventory, working capital |
The investment range of $59K–$71K reflects variability in build-out costs, store size, lease terms, and market. The combined royalty (8% of Gross Revenue or $250 per month, whichever is greater, if monthly Gross Revenue is less than $10,000; 7.5% of Gross Revenue if monthly Gross Revenue is more than $10,001 but less than $15,000; 7% of Gross Revenue if monthly Gross Revenue exceeds $15,001.) and marketing fee (Brand Development Fund Contribution: 1% of Gross Revenue or $250 per month, whichever is greater. Local Advertising Expenditure: The greater of $1,000 or 4% of Gross Revenue per month. Advertising Cooperative Contributions: Amount established by majority vote of members.) are ongoing costs paid as a percentage of gross sales.
Investment Breakdown (Item 7)
| Item | Low | High |
|---|---|---|
| Initial Franchise Fee | $38,000 | $40,000 |
| Leasehold improvements | $0 | $200 |
| Office Equipment, Software and Supplies | $500 | $1,000 |
| Costs related to Initial Training | $250 | $1,500 |
| Insurance | $250 | $500 |
| Initial Marketing Kit | $3,000 | $4,000 |
| Initial Marketing and Promotions | $3,000 | $5,000 |
| Vehicle Wrap | $1,500 | $2,500 |
| Miscellaneous Expenses | $500 | $1,000 |
| Additional Funds (3 months of working capital) | $12,000 | $15,000 |
Additional Fees (Item 6)
| Fee Type | Amount |
|---|---|
| Transfer Fee | Reimbursement of our legal fees and costs plus (i) $2,500 if transferring to an existing SPECIAL STRONG franchisee, or (ii) $10,000 if transferring to anyone other than an existing SPECIAL STRONG franchise system. |
| Renewal Fee | $5,000 (Successor Term Fee) |
| Technology Fee | $450 per month |
| Audit Fee | Varies; cost of the audit and all other out of pocket costs incurred in connection with the audit |
| Additional On-Site Training/Assistance | $500 per trainer per day; plus travel and related expenses |
| Bookkeeping Services | $250 per month |
| Accounting Software | Varies; prices range from $10-$25 per month or $300-$500 for software purchase |
| Continuing Certification Requirements | Varies with circumstances |
| Management Fee | Reasonable fee, currently $500 per day plus our related costs and expenses including salary, travel, lodging, and dining if applicable |
| Interest | 18% per year or the highest lawful interest rate permitted by law, whichever is less |
| Nonsufficient Funds Fee | Reasonable fee, currently $100 per occurrence |
| Administrative Fee | $250 per enforcement effort; $250 per week for each week issue remains unresolved |
| Insurance Reimbursement | Reimbursement of premium and all other out of pocket costs incurred plus administrative fee of 10% of premium |
| Audit | Varies; cost of the audit and all other out of pocket costs incurred in connection with the audit |
| Indemnification | Varies; cost of the legal fees to defend claims and other out of pocket costs incurred in connection with the claim, any settlement amounts or awards against us |
| Attorneys’ Fees | Actual fees and costs incurred |
| Supplier Evaluation Fee | $500 plus our costs |
Training Program (Item 11)
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Total Duration | Initial Training program consists of comprehensive business, operations, marketing, sales management systems, and hands-on practical application designed to deliver a highly structured framework. It includes a 77-hour in-person course, including classroom, in-gym, eLearning modules and manuals/guides. Total hours are 125 classroom hours and 30-50 on-the-job hours. |
| Classroom Training | 125 |
| On-the-Job Training | 30-50 |
| Training Location | In-home, virtually, or McKinney, TX |
| Additional Training | Franchisor may offer periodic, required and/or optional training programs designed to enhance abilities in sales, business management, computer skills, client techniques and other areas. These programs may be offered via eLearning/distance learning or classroom style. Costs vary from $0 to $1,500 per person, plus travel and living expenses. |
Territory Rights (Item 12)
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Territory Type | Protected |
| Exclusive Territory | No |
| Territory Size | Minimum population requirement of at least 100,000 for a Protected Territory. |
| Description | The Protected Area will be defined in terms of ZIP codes, physical boundaries, or on a map attached to the Franchise Agreement. Franchisor will not provide or grant anyone else the right to provide training services and programs under the Marks in the Protected Area, except for Corporate Account Clients. Franchisor retains all other rights, including operating similar businesses under different trademarks within or outside the Protected Area, and distributing private label products. If a Multi-Unit Development Agreement is signed, the Development Area size depends on the number of units and demographics, and no other unit operating under the Marks will be located in your Development Area. |
Renewal, Termination & Transfer (Item 17)
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Initial Term | Ten years |
| Renewal Term | Two additional five-year terms |
| Renewal Fee | $5,000 (Successor Term Fee) |
| Renewal Conditions | Franchisee must notify franchisor 12-24 months before expiration, not be in material default, satisfy all monetary obligations, comply with current qualifications and training, sign franchisor's then-current franchise agreement (which may have different terms), each owner executes a guaranty and personal undertaking, and franchisee and each owner sign a general and full release. |
| Transfer Fee | Reimbursement of our legal fees and costs plus (i) $2,500 if transferring to an existing SPECIAL STRONG franchisee, or (ii) $10,000 if transferring to anyone other than an existing SPECIAL STRONG franchise system. |
| Transfer Conditions | All accrued monetary obligations must be satisfied, franchisee must be in full compliance with agreements, franchisee and each owner must sign a general release, transferee must meet franchisor's current educational, managerial, and business standards, possess good moral character, business reputation, credit rating, aptitude, ability, and sufficient equity capital. Transferee must execute franchisor's then-current franchise agreement for the remaining term (no initial franchise fee for the new agreement, but royalty rates may differ). Transferee must agree to upgrade equipment to current standards. Transferor remains liable for prior obligations and non-compete. Transferee must comply with initial training and certification requirements, and background/criminal checks. Franchisor has a right of first refusal. |
| Termination for Cause | Franchisor can terminate for various defaults, including: failure to begin operations by required date, failure to complete initial training, abandonment of business, false representations in application, conviction of certain crimes, violation of confidentiality/non-compete, failure to meet Gross Revenue requirements, two consecutive or three in 24-month quality assurance inspection failures, failure to maintain NCCA/CPR/AED certification, operating on Sunday/December 25th, or conduct adversely affecting brand reputation. Curable defaults (e.g., monetary obligations, misuse of Marks, non-compliance with Franchise Agreement) may have 5-day or 30-day cure periods. Automatic termination for insolvency/bankruptcy related events or failure to use CRM POS software. |
| Non-Compete Period | During the term of the franchise agreement and for a two-year uninterrupted period following termination or expiration. |
| Non-Compete Details | During the term, neither franchisee nor any owner may be involved in any business that provides health and fitness service programs, products, or supplements. After termination/expiration, for two years, neither franchisee nor any owner may be involved in any business that provides health and fitness service programs (a) within the Protected Area, (b) within 20 miles of the perimeter of the Protected Area, (c) within the protected area of any other SPECIAL STRONG franchise, or (d) within a 20-mile radius surrounding franchisor's headquarters or an office maintained by franchisor/affiliates, or another SPECIAL STRONG franchisee existing on the date of termination. Also, for two years, cannot solicit or perform services for any client of the former Franchised Business. The two-year restrictive period is tolled during any period of noncompliance. |
Operations & Supply (Items 8 & 15)
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Owner-Operator Required | Yes |
| Participation Details | The Managing Owner must maintain at least a 50% ownership interest in the franchise entity, successfully complete initial training, and may not engage in any other business or activity requiring substantial management responsibility or time commitment. If the Managing Owner ceases to serve or qualify, a new one must be designated within 30 days and complete training. Owners and employees with access to Confidential Information must sign confidentiality and non-competition agreements. Managing Owner must perform background checks, require NCCA Certifications, and ensure trainers are CPR/AED certified. |
| Required Suppliers | Franchisees must purchase all proprietary materials and forms, equipment, and materials bearing Proprietary Marks from the franchisor, its affiliates, or designated suppliers. Initial Marketing Kit must be purchased from Suttle-Straus. Payroll services must be from ADP. Bookkeeping, payroll, and accounting services may be required from a designated accounting firm. QuickBooks license is required. Designated web-based software application for registration, scheduling, billing, and accounting functions is required. Qvinci is required for financial reporting. |
| Supply Restrictions | Franchisor reserves the right to earn a profit on the sale of items. Use or sale of unapproved products/services is a material and incurable breach. Franchisor may modify or update the list of approved suppliers. Franchisor and its affiliates reserve the right to be designated or approved suppliers for any products or service. |
| Franchisor Revenue from Suppliers | As of December 31, 2021, neither we nor our affiliates have derived any revenue as a result of franchisee purchases or leases. |
Financing (Item 10)
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Financing Available | No |
| Description | We do not offer direct or indirect financing. We do not guarantee your note, lease, or obligation. |
Special Strong Franchise Earnings — Item 19
Revenue Range
$220K – $328K
Sample Size
1 units
Past financial performance does not guarantee future results. Individual results will vary.
Special Strong Litigation & Risk Flags
Clean Litigation RecordSpecial Strong has no pending litigation actions listed in their FDD. There is also no bankruptcy history disclosed.
Litigation and bankruptcy data is sourced from Items 3 and 4 of the FDD. Always verify current status directly from the most recent FDD.
Special Strong System Growth
Total Units
4
Franchised
3
Company-Owned
1
Special Strong currently operates 3 franchised locations and 1 company-owned units. Unit count data is sourced from Item 20 of the FDD.
Unit History (Item 20)
| Year | Opened | Closed | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2019 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 2020 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 2021 | 3 | 0 | 3 |
Transfers: 0 | Closures: 0
State Registrations
Registered in 14 states: CA, HI, IL, IN, MD, MI, MN, NY, ND, RI, SD, VA, WA, WI
Franchisor Financials (Item 21)
Revenue
$58K
Net Income
$-88,141
Total Assets
$77K
Audited by REESE CPA LLC for year ending December 31.
Special Strong Franchise — FAQ
The total investment to open a Special Strong franchise ranges from $59,000 to $70,700, per their Franchise Disclosure Document. This includes the initial franchise fee of $40,000. The investment covers build-out, inventory, equipment, signage, working capital, and other startup costs.
Special Strong charges a royalty fee of 8% of Gross Revenue or $250 per month, whichever is greater, if monthly Gross Revenue is less than $10,000; 7.5% of Gross Revenue if monthly Gross Revenue is more than $10,001 but less than $15,000; 7% of Gross Revenue if monthly Gross Revenue exceeds $15,001. of gross sales, plus a Brand Development Fund Contribution: 1% of Gross Revenue or $250 per month, whichever is greater. Local Advertising Expenditure: The greater of $1,000 or 4% of Gross Revenue per month. Advertising Cooperative Contributions: Amount established by majority vote of members. contribution to the marketing/advertising fund. These fees are paid on an ongoing basis.
You can download the Special Strong Franchise Disclosure Document free on this page. The FDD is a public document filed with state franchise registries. Always also request the current FDD directly from Special Strong to ensure you have the most up-to-date version.
According to the Item 19 financial performance representation in their FDD, Special Strong franchise owners report . This is based on a sample of 1 units. Past performance does not guarantee future results.
Special Strong has been franchising since 2020. The FDD shows an investment range of $59,000-$70,700, a 8% of Gross Revenue or $250 per month, whichever is greater, if monthly Gross Revenue is less than $10,000; 7.5% of Gross Revenue if monthly Gross Revenue is more than $10,001 but less than $15,000; 7% of Gross Revenue if monthly Gross Revenue exceeds $15,001. royalty, and includes an Item 19 earnings disclosure. There is no pending litigation. Review the full FDD and contact current franchisees listed in Item 20 before making any investment decision.
The franchise fee is $40,000 and the total investment ranges from $59,000 to $70,700 depending on location size and market. A minimum of $12,000 in liquid capital is required. Contact the franchisor directly for current net worth and liquid capital requirements, territory availability, and application details.
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