2013
130
$396,000
$60,000
$681,000
No
The name ISI® Elite Training was inspired by Proverbs 27:17 “Iron Sharpens Iron, as one man sharpens another.”
ISI® Elite Training sessions are led by energetic and certified coaches. Each workout takes members through a fast-paced Athletic Based Training (ABT) session, burning up to 1,000 calories in 50 minutes. Our training program builds self-confidence, increases muscular strength and endurance, burns fat and improves flexibility for all fitness levels.
ISI® is an excellent opportunity to make a career transition or to capture a passive income stream in the $32 billion dollar fitness industry. The average all-in investment is approximately 396,000-681,000.
Our proprietary systems and strategies to keep members engaged, attending, and getting results is why we have one of the industry’s highest retention rates. We utilize a suite of technology and highly innovative techniques to increase member usage which results in increased word of mouth, brand loyalty, satisfaction, and actual physical results.
Some key benefits to owning an ISI® Elite Training include:
Established: 2013
First Unit Franchised: 2019
Total Awarded: 130+
Total Franchises Open: 54
Canada Franchises: Not currently, would be the right candidate.
International Franchises: Not currently, would be the right candidate.
Registered in: Alabama, Alaska, Arizona, Arkansas, California, Connecticut
Colorado, Delaware, Georgia, Florida, Idaho, Illinois, Indiana,
Iowa, Kansas, Kentucky, Louisiana, Maine, Massachusetts,
Michigan, Minnesota, Mississippi, Missouri, Montana, Nebraska,
Nevada, New Hampshire, New Jersey, New Mexico, Ohio, Oklahoma,
Oregon, Pennsylvania, Rhode Island, South Carolina, South Dakota, Tennessee,
Vermont, Utah, West Virginia, and Wisconsin.
Financial Assistance Provided: Yes, 3rd party lenders
Site Selection Assistance: Yes, partner with a real estate team
Lease Negotiation Assistance: Yes, real estate partner assists with lease negotiations
Recruiting Assistance: Yes, train our franchisees on who to hire and best practices for hiring
Training: Yes, virtual trainings, week long onsite training at our headquarters in Charlotte, NC, 2-day on-site training at opening, regional trainings, annual conventions
Our Franchisees bring the following to the table: leadership/management experience, value alignment, attainment, clear vision, tenacity, fundamental ability, interdependence and are coachable. Fitness industry experience is not required! An ideal Franchisee has leadership and a passion for making a lasting impact on their local community.
Our model is built for our Franchisees to have the flexibility to work on their business as much or as little as they see fit. Some of our Franchisees are semi-absentee and work 10-15 hours/week on their business through numbers, financials and KPI’s. Alternatively some of our Franchisees work in their business sitting in a Facility Manager role and more involved in the day-to-day operations, sales, and leading the team.
SBA Approved: Yes
Total Investment: $396,000-681,000
Minimum Liquid Requirement: $200,000
Minimum Net Worth: $300,000
Franchise Fee: $60,000
Royalty: 7%
Brand Fund: 2%
Average Number of Employees: 6-12
Item 19: Yes
Visa Candidates: Not currently, open to this for the right candidate
Semi-Passive Ownership: Yes
Home Based: No
B2B: No
Master Franchise Opportunities: No
Veteran Discount: Yes, $10,000 off initial license, $5,000 off any additional license purchased after the initial license for all qualifying veterans
