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The Firm® specialises in health and weight loss within a clinic atmosphere

The Firm, a very successful men and women’s weight loss clinic in South Africa, has plans to expand into Australia and is looking for franchisees and master franchisees in Australia.

The first clinic opened business in 1994, The Firm offers effective weight loss that take effortless exercise way beyond existing techniques giving the most advanced professional body shaping treatments. The Firm franchise is the product of 15 years experience in body shaping and weight reduction and has developed the most effective nutrition program available today.

Why “The Firm” franchise in Australia?

There are over 40 stores operating within The Firm franchise network in South Africa and the national footprint is growing rapidly. The success of The Firm in South Africa has led them to look at expanding internationally.

The Firm Slimming and Health Clinic is a highly credible brand in the South African market-place and is known for their quality and expert knowledge in weight loss and nutrition. The brand has been awarded the Consumers Choice for weight loss in South Africa by numerous media publications.


Benefits of joining The Firm

  • The opportunity to be in business for yourself while having the support of a successful professional organisation focused to your success
  • An outstanding investment opportunity
  • The opportunity to be a part of a growing industry
  • The opportunity to join a growing company
  • The Firm is a Full Member of FASA since 2005 - 2009
  • An excellent training program, initial and on-going support system
  • Strong company leadership and experienced professionals
  • A proven safe and most effective weight loss and maintenance program
  • The opportunity to be part of the solution to an increasing and dangerous problem in our society
  • The opportunity to work in a well respected environment of healthcare professionals and business executives
  • The opportunity to enjoy the emotional reward of helping people and the financial prosperity to recompense your dedication and commitment

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Training and Support

How we train and support you

Our franchisees are the success of The Firm and as such we offer them the very best in support from the sales, training, technical and marketing wings of the company.

The Firm training includes:

  • Product and industry knowledge
  • Product sales training
  • Service standards
  • Induction program for new The Firm Franchisees
  • Software training for computer systems
  • Time spent in a franchisee owned The Firm

The Firm provides the initial training to all our new Franchisees as well as their staff and thereafter, as well providing continuous assistance and support. The franchisee however bears the costs of travel and accommodation. The initial training is conducted over a period of two weeks.

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Financial Information

What is the cost of buying a master franchise in Australia?

Under the guidance of the newly appointed National Master Franchisee in Australia, The Firm is looking for 5 master franchisees. The cost of a master franchise is:

    1 x The Firm Clinic (50m2) = AUD$ 100,000

    Region Master Franchise Fee = AUD$ 120,000

    Total = AUD$ 220,000

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Who's Ideal for Us

The Firm franchisee profile

The Firm is searching for individuals that want to own a business in a stimulating professional environment by helping people feel good about them selves. The Firm Slimming and Health Clinic provide you with a unique business opportunity, which allows you time to enjoy a greater quality of life along with the potential to reach your financial goals.

Acquiring The Firm Slimming and Health Clinic franchise in Australia is an exciting opportunity for business oriented individuals and health operators. It is also intended for growth minded business people, investors and multi-business diversified entrepreneurs.

The Firm is looking for individuals who are willing and able to share the company’s values. The franchisee must have the ability and desire to deal well with people as well as being service-driven and quality-conscious. A positive client service attitude with genuine concern for client's success is mandatory. Whilst a background or understanding of business, operations, sales or marketing is preferred, no experience in healthcare is required; because The Firm franchise opportunity comes with comprehensive training and support.

To be a successful The Firm franchisee in Australia there are a number of qualities required:

  • Self motivation
  • Leadership qualities
  • Works to systems, policies and procedures
  • Honesty
  • Follows rules and regulations
  • Efficiency
  • Is able to work in groups
  • Enthusiasm
  • Interacts well with people
  • Professionalism

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Territories/Locations

International franchise opportunities

The Firm, a very successful men and women’s weight loss clinic in South Africa, has plans to expand into Australia and is looking for a Franchisees and master franchisees in Australia.

The Firm has become synonymous with South African men and women’s health and well-being. The Firm has plans to started expanding globally.

The Australian master franchisee will have the opportunity to expand the business on a franchised basis. With the ever growing need to lead a fit and healthy lifestyle, there is much potential for The Firmweight loss clinics.

There are only 5 master franchise regions available that will operated under the guidance of the newly appointed National Master Franchisee in Australia.

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Company Facts

Business Description:

THE FIRM is a health and weight loss franchise

Industry Sector:

Fitness and Personal Training

Franchise Type:

Retail

Minimum Total Investment:

(AUS)$ 220,000

Contact Details

Hugh Verdoom
24 Oakleigh Ave
La Lucia
Durban

4051

Tel: +27 31 562 9298
Fax:
Web: www.thefirm.co.za

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