Franchising with ISI® Elite Training

In this  episode, former NFL player Neal Sterling shares his journey from professional sports to entrepreneurship. His passion for fitness led him to pursue his dream of owning his own gym in Jacksonville, Florida, and his connection with ISI® made it a perfect match.Discover how Neal's determination, community focus, and love for high-energy workouts are shaping the future of fitness in his hometown.https://www.instagram.com/isi.stjohnstc/LOCATIONS: https://www.isielitetraining.com/locationsOWN YOUR OWN ISI: https://isifranchise.comFREE TRIAL: https://www.isielitetraining.com/first-timers

00:00  Joined ISI®, found community, inspired by organization.06:06  Purchased territories during promotion, decided to buy.07:09  Product is coaching; owner stepping into role.09:52  Find people who believe in your dream. https://www.isielitetraining.com/locations/sandysprings-ga/https://isifranchise.com In this episode we sit down with Kendra and her mom, Mary, as they share their journey from being members to franchise partners of ISI® Elite Training. Kendra offers insights into her decision to venture into entrepreneurship, the challenges she faced, and the invaluable lessons learned along the way. Kendra also discusses the importance of community, passion for coaching, and finding the courage to pursue your dreams. Get ready to be inspired by their story of determination, empowerment, and the power of believing in yourself and your vision.

In this episode of the Train For Life Podcast, we sit down with Aaron and Abigail, a couple who recently relocated from Indiana to North Carolina and took over the ISI® location in Matthews. They share their journey of discovering ISI®, their passion for fitness, and the process of purchasing and revitalizing the existing facility. From their initial hesitation about boutique fitness to the vibrant community they've cultivated, Aaron and Abigail provide insights and advice for anyone considering opening an ISI® franchise. Join us as we explore their inspiring story of taking on new challenges and infusing their energy into #IRONNATION.

In this episode we sit down with Charles Yeager, the franchise partner of ISI® Elite Training in the Cedar Park, Austin, Texas market. Charles shares his journey from corporate finance at Dell to venturing into the fitness industry. He discusses his motivations for choosing ISI Elite Training, the challenges of balancing a full-time corporate career with launching a new business, and the importance of community. Charles also reflects on the impact he aims to make and the vision he has for ISI® in Cedar Park. 00:00 Reevaluating life's purpose, helping others through fitness.03:34 Running boosts mood, friendship, and fitness interest.08:00 Finance guy uses data and builds team.10:06 Embracing opportunity, learning from experienced mentor.13:32 Success with impact, not full-time, Austin fit.16:41 Excited about new and healthy lifestyle changes.

Did you know ISI® Elite Training started in Myrtle Beach? Before starting to franchise, ISI® was helping the Myrtle Beach (Grand Strand area) community train for life.Recently, Haywood and his wife, Bri, decided to step into ownership with three of our oldest ISI® locations. Bri had been a member at ISI® Garden City when she convinced Haywood to meet her on the turf. ISI® helped Haywood fill his void after no longer playing sports. Their love for the workout, community, and coaches gave them the curiosity of what it would look like to step into ownership.Haywood shares his story of stepping into ownership, how his previous experience transferred into being an entrepreneur, and his vision for the ISI® community. This episode gives you an inside look at what the first 90 days looked like and how their success came through leadership and relationships. https://www.isielitetraining.com/https://isifranchise.com/

Welcome back to another episode of “Franchising with ISI® Elite Training"!

Welcome to the Franchising with ISI® Elite Training podcast. The purpose of this podcast is to educate, inform, and experience all areas of opening your own ISI® Elite Training location. Over the course of the next 50 episodes, Adam Rice, our Founder & CEO will cover all areas of franchising. Additionally, he interviews current owners, managers, and coaches. ISI® Elite Training, where passion and purpose meet profit. ________________________ To Inquire About Franchising with ISI® Elite Training visit: www.isifranchise.com

In this episode, we discuss the FDD (Franchise Disclosure Document). A FDD is a disclosure that any franchised brand is required to have within the United States to legally sell a franchise. Listen in for a further explanation of the FDD, and how it is an integral part of the discovery process. ____________________________________ To Inquire About Franchising with ISI® Elite Training visit: www.isifranchise.com

ISI® Elite Training is the leader in strength training within the booming 32 billion dollar boutique fitness industry. ISI® stands for Iron Sharpens Iron from Proverbs 27:17 which states "Iron Sharpens Iron, As One Man Sharpens Another." Listen in to our Founder, Adam Rice, as he takes a high level approach to explaining what ISI® Elite Training is in this episode. ____________________________________ To Inquire About Franchising with ISI® Elite Training visit: www.isifranchise.com

Our Founder & CEO, Adam Rice shares the vision for the brand along with the mission statement and core values that we live by. ____________________________________ To Inquire About Franchising with ISI® Elite Training visit: www.isifranchise.com

The awarding process is exactly that, a process. We take a lot of pride in really understanding the vision and goals of each one of our potential candidates so that we can best educate them during their discovery process. The awarding process typically takes about 6 weeks from inquiry to signing franchise agreements and officially becoming a franchise owner to start the real estate search process. Just as candidates as vetting out our brand, we are equally vetting out candidates to ensure

Financial Qualifications To Open Your Own Location: 1. 200K Liquid 2. 300K Net Worth 3. 680+ Credit Score

If you are considering getting an investor or partnering with someone, you will want make sure you listen to this episode.

Knowing your vision is one of the most important things you can do for yourself. Really understanding the WHY behind why you want to open your own location or multiple locations will allow you to make strategic hires, investments, and plans to bring your vision to fruition.

There are thousands of businesses that you could invest in, and in this episode we speak directly about why boutique fitness is a great investment in an industry that is forecasted for exponential growth. A few great reasons are: recurring revenue, community focused, impact driven, multiple revenue streams, small teams, and FUN!

Timing is everything. In this episode, we dive into why ISI® Elite Training vs. other concepts and why right now is the time to dive in and take advantage of prime territory in great markets!

Every sustainable and successful business has key differentiators to it. In this episode we explore what the key differentiators are for ISI® Elite Training.

Athletic Based Training (ABT) is what we call our workouts at ISI® Elite Training. In this episode, Adam dives into what Athletic Based Training is and why our proven training philosophy has aided in hundreds of people getting in the best shape of their life while increasing muscle and burning fat in a team environment.

In this episode we discuss how much the investment is to open your own location which is specifically explained in ITEM 7 of the FDD. ITEM 7 is a range as every locations cost will be different due to market conditions, real estate, hiring wages, etc.

One of the most common questions we get is "How Much Can I Make?" The answer is unlocked in this episode.

Some may be surprised that the majority of our owners don't have experience running a fitness facility. Over 65% of our owners were members first (talk about validation!) and they bring their skillset from their current career or past experience to owning their own location which transfers very well. Success in this business comes down to leadership and hiring a great team.

The quote that "success leaves clues" couldn't be more true when it comes down to owning a fitness facility. In this episode we dive into key characteristics and traits that successful owners have or must develop.

Location, Location, Location! This is a big decision during your opening process, and in this episode we dive into what makes a good location and what some of our brand standards are for locations that we open.

In this episode, we bring in the team from Morrow Hill Real Estate! They are experts in finding great locations, negotiating terms, and providing great service to you at no cost when locking in your location. Sam from Morrow Hill dives into the site selection process and support that you should expect when finding your location after signing the Franchise Agreement.

In this episode, we dive into how long it will take from signing the franchise agreement to opening your doors and the process associated with that.

For many owners, this is their first time dealing with commercial real estate and building out a location. In this episode, we dive into the build out process and the support you should expect during that process as you start the endeavor of your first location!

In this episode, Adam unpacks why some people don't move forward with stepping into entrepreneurship. The majority of the time it comes down to FUD ( Fear, Uncertainty, and Doubt ). Going into this process knowing that you will have all three of those is important, so that when they arise you know how to handle them and can move forward towards your visions and dreams of living the life you deserve and having the freedom you have always wanted.

There isn't just one stream of revenue, there are actually 5+ revenue streams of revenue in this model! In this episode, we break down the different streams and how they compliment your main source of revenue which is membership revenue.

Did you know you can keep your current job and still open an ISI® Elite Training location? Many of our owners have flexibility in their current career and will keep their current jobs while operating an ISI® location. This is a personal and financial decision, but you are empowered with the decision of being an owner/operator or being a semi-absentee owner.

Our proprietary Pre-Sales process is critical to the success of your location and in this episode we break down what Pre-Sales is and how it effect your profitability, community, and success of your business.

There are three areas of monthly fee's associated with your business. They are royalties, brand fund marketing, and a technology fee. In this episode, each category is broken down and explained in detail.

This business model is very simple. It is as simple as consistently getting new members and keeping your current members, thats it! In this episode, we dive into how you will get members to join your community.

This business model is very simple. It is as simple as consistently getting new members and keeping your current members, thats it! In this episode, we dive into how you will KEEP members in your community.

Franchising is having the ability to go into business for yourself, but not by yourself. In this episode, we break down all of the support that you should expect to help you run a successful business.

Your ability to lead, inspire, and motivate a great team of people who bleed green is the epitome of success within this model. In this episode, we dive into how to find great mangers and coaches that will run the day to day of your business.

In this episode, we discuss how much time commitment this will take based on your vision and goals of the business.

Compared to ten years ago, you see fitness brands all throughout your community. In this episode, we dive into the question around market saturation and competition. It's a great question, and the answer may surprise you.

In this episode, we dive into the subject of protected territory and how it works within the ISI® Elite Training brand.

COVID-19 was a test for the industry and identified long term consumer wants and behaviors. In this episode, Adam dives into depth how ISI® Elite Training handled the pandemic and how we are doing post pandemic.

Multi-unit owner, Brandon Jackson shares his story of why he wanted to franchise with ISI® Elite Training and how it is going. Brandon is a father, husband, has four children, and a real estate professional.

ISI® Dilworth Franchise Owner, Laila Tafazzoli shares her story of why she wanted to franchise with ISI® Elite Training. Laila was a former Head Coach at OrangeTheory Fitness and transitioned into owning her own thriving facility in the Charlotte, NC market.

Multi-unit owners, Ellen and Zane Abbott, share their story of why they wanted to franchise with ISI® Elite Training and how it is going. They are in the middle of construction on their first location at the time of airing, have three children, and will be opening locations around Lake Norman in the Charlotte, NC market. Zane is a sales professional and plans to keep his current job, and Ellen has previous fitness operations experience and will be running the day to day operations of their first location.

Jordan Mudrock is our first franchise owner in the state of Wisconsin. Him and his wife have two children in the Milwaukee suburbs and are currently in lease negotiation at the time of airing this episode. Jordan's background is in ministry and operations.

Multi-unit owner, Joseph Hodge, shares his story of why he wanted to franchise with ISI® Elite Training and how it is going. Joe is a father of five children, Marines veteran, and continues to thrive in his full time career in Project Management. Joe was our first owner of the brand opening his first location in Grovetown, Georgia and just recently signed for his second location which he will open at the end of 2022 in Evans, Georgia.

Ariel and Sean were first exposed to ISI® Elite Training as members, and soon thereafter decided they wanted to open their own location. At the time of airing this episode, they are in the middle of permitting for their first location in the Wake Forest, NC market. Sean currently owns his own business, and Ariel is in Marketing for a food distribution company and plans to continue her career until they open additional future units.

Multi-unit owner, Emily Liu, shares her story of why she and her husband wanted to franchise with ISI® Elite Training and how it is going. Emily is a mother, wife, and former corporate executive that resides in the Baltimore, Maryland market. They will be opening three locations over the next three years, and are currently signing a lease at the time of airing this episode for their first location.

John Scarborough is a franchise owner in Lexington, SC outside of Columbia. He is a former restaurant owner, father, husband, and military veteran. At the time of airing this episode, John and his team just opened their first location.

Original members of our first location in Myrtle Beach, SC - The Jenkin's family found a passion for fitness as a family, and made the courageous move from Myrtle Beach, SC to Scottsdale, AZ to open 6 locations over the next several years.

Multi-unit owners, Tim and Mirela Johnson share their story of why they wanted to franchise with ISI® Elite Training and how it is going. Tim & Mirela aren't originally from America, and open up on their vision and what it means to have a family business. They currently have one location in St. Pete, Florida and will be opening a second location in the Tampa, Florida market.

The Facility Manager from ISI® Dilworth, Brittany Mitchell, shares how she found ISI® Elite Training and gives an in depth look on what it's like to be a Facility Manager at an ISI® Elite Training location.