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Skip the big-box chains and choose our winning franchise, where average membership rosters run between 200 and 300 clients.
A Fitness Franchise that Performs
Step into a D1 Training facility and you'll immediately recognize that we're not your average big-box membership gym.ABOUT D1 TRAINING
A D1 franchise leverages the expertise of over 40 professional athlete-owners to offer training experience typically reserved for D1 athletes yielding high returns for franchisees. This is not your typical Workout of the Day or trendy, tech driven training fad.It is a training model based on 5-8-week programs, designed by D1’s National Head Speed and Strength Coach Panel, underpinned by a periodization philosophy that all competitive and elite athletes use to perform at their highest level.
The 5-component program is designed for the individual athlete just like a Division 1 strength trainer would design a program for one of their athletes.
WHAT SETS A D1 TRAINING FRANCHISE APART
Our core values set us apart. From the owner of the facility down to the newest members, everyone strives to exemplify the D1 spirit. Embrace our core values and change the shape of your city.We Stand Above the Competition
Our fitness franchise provides clients with guided training typically only found in Division 1 programs.Our Story is Rooted in Athletic History
D1 founder Will Bartholomew’s background as a Division 1 football star helped him craft a vision of elite athletic training for the general public.D1 is an Affordable Opportunity
Breaking into the $30 billion fitness industry is remarkably affordable with D1. Our franchise gym system delivers you the support you need to get started.Why Now is a Great Time to Own a D1 Franchise
With the fitness industry exploding, owning a boutique gym facility catering to a higher-paying clientele is a great investment. Owning a D1 franchise is a great way to start.Athletes Love Training at D1
A business is only as strong as its customer base, and at D1, our customers love us. From the owner of the facility down to the newest members, everyone strives to exemplify the D1 spirit.TRAINING & SUPPORT
- We offer comprehensive training programs and highly visible brand image and marketing.
- You’ll attend a three-day, extensive training at our home office and flagship fitness facility in Nashville, TN, and when you leave, your training continues with self-guided study, nearly constant contact with support staff, and an extensive network of other franchise owners and their staffs.
- We guide you through lease negotiations, remodeling and construction, equipment purchases, and hiring and training staff.
- We’ve assembled one of the best teams in franchising to help you navigate the often complex path of opening a fitness facility.
- D1 training positions you for long-term revenue growth.
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Available Locations
Opportunities available in all states EXCEPT WA, AK, HI.
Minimum Cash Required
USD $250,000
Training Provided
Yes
Financing Assistance
3rd Party
Home-Based
Yes
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A D1 franchise leverages the expertise of over 40 professional athlete-owners to offer training experience typically reserved for D1 athletes yielding high returns for franchisees. This is not your typical Workout of the Day or trendy, tech driven training fad.
It is a training model based on 5-8-week programs, designed by D1’s National Head Speed and Strength Coach Panel, underpinned by a periodization philosophy that all competitive and elite athletes use to perform at their highest level.
The 5-component program is designed for the individual athlete just like a Division 1 strength trainer would design a program for one of their athletes.