Special Strong

The Special Strong franchise provides an adaptive and inclusive fitness program for individuals with special needs. The fitness franchise was founded in 2016 by Daniel Stein, who overcame a learning disability, and his wife, Trinity. They began franchising in 2020, and since then have expanded the brand to several locations across the country. As a franchisee, you have two options to franchise with Special Strong: a home-based model and a brick-and-mortar location. All new franchisees do the home-based model first. With this model, adaptive clients are trained in-home or at affiliated gyms. Once you do well with this model, you have the opportunity to run a brick-and-mortar location. 

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Special Strong Franchise Cost and Requirements for 2024

Background

With a fitness franchise, you have the opportunity to help others reach their fitness goals and make a good living. But there is a fitness franchise that provides individuals with special specials with an inclusive and adaptive training program: Special Strong. The Special Strong franchise provides an adaptive and inclusive fitness program for individuals with special needs. The fitness franchise was founded in 2016 by Daniel Stein, who overcame a learning disability, and his wife, Trinity. They began franchising in 2020, and since then have expanded the brand to several locations across the country. As a franchisee, you have two options to franchise with Special Strong: a home-based model and a brick-and-mortar location. All new franchisees do the home-based model first. With this model, adaptive clients are trained in-home or at affiliated gyms. Once you do well with this model, you have the opportunity to run a brick-and-mortar location. At the core of the fitness franchise are faith based values that emphasize stewardship, transparency, and no judgement. 
You will also benefit from great support and training. In terms of support and training, you can expect a two-week in-person training program in Dallas-Fort Worth, Texas, called Special University. You will learn everything you need to know about the business during this program including sales and lead generation. Additionally, franchisees shadow professional Special Strong Trainers and work with adaptive athletes. You complete the training program with business, financial, and marketing plans. Veterans are incentivized to invest with a 5% discount on the initial franchise fee. 

Company Details

Headquarters: McKinney, TX 
Founded: 2016
First franchise: 2020 
Canada: No
International: No
B2B: No
Home-based/mobile: Yes
Exclusive territory: No
Absentee: No

Support and Training Offered By Special Strong

In terms of support and training, you can expect a two-week in-person training program in Dallas-Fort Worth, Texas, called Special Strong University. You will learn everything you need to know about the business during this program including sales and lead generation. Additionally, franchisees shadow professional Special Strong Trainers and work with adaptive athletes. You complete the training program with business, financial, and marketing plans. 

2024 Franchise Requirements Needed to Own a Special Strong Franchise.

What does a Special Strong Franchise Cost?

Special Strong franchise fees for 2024:

Home-Based Model:

Franchise Fee:(One Territory): $28,000 – $30,000
Start-Up Costs & Grand Opening: $9,000 – $15,700
Operating Capital for First 90 Days: $12,000 – $15,000

Royalty Fee: 7-8%
Veterans incentive: Yes; 5% off the franchise fee
Third-party financing options: Yes

Is Special Strong a Semi Absentee Franchise with a Passive Ownership Opportunity?

No. Special Strong is not a semi absentee franchise. The owner of the franchise (the franchisee) is expected to be involved in all aspects of day-to-day operations.

Is Special Strong a Home Based franchise?

Yes. Special Strong is a home based franchise opportunity.

What Do Special Strong Franchise Owners Make?

Click here to find out how much Special Strong franchisees make. Special Strong offers an Item 19 in their Franchise Disclosure Document which provides financial information about select franchisees in their franchise system.

Is Special Strong a Master Franchise Opportunity?

No. Special Strong is not a master franchise opportunity.

Does Special Strong Offer a Veteran Discount?

Yes. Special Strong franchise does offer a veteran discount.

Is Special Strong Looking for Franchisees in Canada?

No. Special Strong franchise is not looking for Canada franchisees.

Is Special Strong Looking for International franchisees?

No. Special Strong franchise is not looking for International franchisees.

Where can I see Special Strong's FDD (Franchise Disclosure Document)?

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Additional Information

Additional Categories

Fitness, Non Food Franchises

Number of Units Open

LESS THAN 20 UNITS

Cash Required

Less than $25,000

Master Franchise

No

Passive Franchise

No

Home Based Franchise

Yes

Item 19 Franchise

Yes

Veteran Discount

No

B2B

No

Franchise Opportunities in Canada

No

International Franchise Opportunities

No

Special Strong Franchises for Sale

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