9Round: Revolutionizing Fitness with Kickboxing Workouts

9Round is a prominent kickboxing gym franchise based in Simpsonville, South Carolina.

Founded in 2008 by world-champion kickboxer Shannon "The Cannon" Hudson and his fitness enthusiast wife, Heather, the first 9Round location opened on Butler Road in Greenville, SC. By 2012, the franchise had grown to over 100 locations.

With a mission to "empower members in 30 minutes, both physically and mentally," 9Round provides a comprehensive fitness program that combines strength training, aerobic exercises, and circuit training for a complete workout experience.

The program features nine dynamic circuit training stations that incorporate boxing and kickboxing techniques, along with personal training and nutritional guidance.

9Round began franchising in 2009.

Over the years, 9Round has experienced substantial growth, delivering a unique high-intensity workout experience to fitness enthusiasts and establishing itself as a leading fitness brand with a global footprint.

Training 

Initial Training Program

9Round offers an initial training program for at least two individuals from the franchisee's team. This training must be successfully completed within 30 days of signing the location lease. If the franchisee employs a general manager, they are also required to complete this training.

Ongoing Training

9Round may mandate that the franchisee and other key employees attend ongoing training sessions at their training center, an Authorized Location, or another specified venue. These sessions can cover various business aspects, including operations, management, sales, and marketing.

Personal Training Service

The company has developed a unique personal training service that provides boxing and kickboxing training and certification. Once franchisees are trained, they can offer one-on-one boxing and kickboxing themed personal training sessions to their customers.

Certification Programs‍

9Round has the authority to develop certification programs for Center personnel who offer personal fitness instruction, teach exercise classes, or provide fitness or nutrition counseling. If such a certification program is implemented, the relevant service provider must become certified and adhere to all certification requirements before offering services.

Territory Protection 

The franchise does not offer exclusive territory protection. However, 9Round assigns a "Designated Area" to each franchisee, determined by various factors including population size, median age, income levels, population density, population growth trends, and significant topographical features.

Although there are specific guidelines and restrictions for operating within this Designated Area, it does not guarantee exclusivity from competition.