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Hi, I'm Bree, a Menasha native, and I'm bringing 9Round Kickboxing to Appleton, WI and I need your support. 9Round offers a kickboxing themed fitness program that incorporates a functional, interval, cardiovascular, and circuit training regimens. Whether you want to get in shape, lose weight, build endurance, or get stronger, this, fast, fun, full body workout will keep you motivated and on track to reach your fitness goals!
I can't do this on my own and I need your help with funding to purchase equipment for the gym.
I've personally done many different cardio kickboxing high intensity interval classes in the past...at the YMCA...at big box gyms...in my living room...but something was always missing. That something was the resistance that comes with hitting a real punching bag. At 9Round, I first experienced and felt energized from that resistance and immediately became a member.
As I attended my gym more and more, I fell in love and soon learned that they franchise. At that point, I knew that I had to own a gym of my own, and set out on that journey. I wrote a business plan including profit and loss forecasts, demographic research, and competitive analysis and sat down with 9Round corporate to discuss how we could bring this impactful workout to the area where I was born and raised, Appleton, WI.
WHAT MAKES THIS DIFFERENT?
9Round is a specialized fitness center dedicated to serving clients who want a unique, fun, and proven workout that guarantees results. The programs consist of a proprietary system of 9 challenging workout stations developed by a professional fighter, and provides a full-body workout in just 30 minutes.
At 9Round, our personal trainers take your workout to the next level. It is our job to make you fall in love with the workout, not just the first or second time, but every time, and we intend to do just that. We will modify the workout to ensure that you are getting the tailored workout that you deserve. You may start out only doing 1 or 2 stations, but the personal trainers are there to make sure that you are progressing through the workouts and getting better each and every time that you come into the gym. And lets not forget, this is fun!
At 9Round there are no class times, that means no more rushing to the gym to get a spot in class or missing a class because your boss asked you to work late. Work out on your time, every time. Because you deserve to workout when you want.
At 9Round, everyone get's a boxing name when they sign up for a membership. Mine is Bumblebree...float like a butterfly, sting like a bee...what will yours be?
PROJECT GOALS
This fitness club will be made available in Fall 2015.
Get notified of when we open, click here!
The money raised from this campaign will be used to purchase equipment for the facility and complete the build out. The total needed is about $20,000, I will kick-in $10,000 out of pocket, but I need a jump start to raise the rest of the money. The equipment includes kettle bells, free weights, punching bags, benches, jump ropes, TRX bands, etc.
COMMUNITY
This health club will be more than a source of income and financial stability, it will be a part of the community where we continually give back, from forming teams and fundraising for the Sole Burner and Diabetes Walk, to hosting a "kicks for cancer" campaign to support Breast Cancer awareness. Generosity matters, not just on a personal level, but on a corporate level, and if you know me, you know that I am passionate about changing lives and changing the world for the better.
LOCATION. LOCATION. LOCATION.
Why the Fox Cities? I was born and raised in Menasha, a city within the Fox Cities. I've been out and about exploring the states for the past 7 years, so this will be my homecoming. These kickboxing gyms have been successful in southern Wisconsin (Milwaukee, Oak Creek, Madison) and it's time that we bring this awesome workout to the great people of the Fox Cities.
For those of you that don't know, the Fox Cities are a group of cities in Northeastern Wisconsin that have grown along the Fox River as it flows from Lake Winnebago north to Green Bay. A center of papermaking and printing, the area is one of the 50 top manufacturing regions in the nation (wikipedia).
Fun fact #1: The Fox River Mall located in Appleton is the largest mall in the state of Wisconsin (wikipedia).
Fun fact #2: Harry Houdini claimed Appleton as his hometown and there is a museum in town where you can experience some of Houdini's tricks of the trade through hands-on activities.
Fun fact #3: When the broadway shows Lion King and Wicked came to Wisconsin, they premiered at the Performing Arts Center (PAC) in downtown Appleton. Not Milwaukee. Not Madison. APPLETON!
Fun fact #4: The Hearthstone Historic House was the first private home in the world to have lights powered by a central hydroelectric station. The Hearthstone is now a museum, open to visitors for guided tours on the history of hydroelectric power in the area as well as the building's Victorian art and 19th-century architecture.
(A few things to add to your list of "things to do" when you come to town for the pre-launch party.)
As far as competition goes, the Fox Cities has many competitors: bootcamps, kickboxing classes, strength training classes, big box gyms. But none can quite compare to all that 9Round has to offer: personal trainer, no class times, full-body workout in 30 minutes, competitive pricing. Need I say more?
BACKGROUND
The first 9Round was opened in 2008 by professional kickboxer Shannon Hudson, and franchising was offered 1 year later in 2009. Currently, there are 220 gyms across 39 states and 4 countries. To support the success of this growing company, 9Round has been named to multiple prestigious lists including Forbes Magazine's annual list of America's Most Promising Companies, Entrepreneur Magazines Top 500 Franchises, and was recently featured on the cover of Franchising USA magazine.
9Round on Cover of Franchise USA Magazine
About me... I studied biomedical engineering at Marquette University. A love for math and science made engineering an obvious choice, and a fascination of the human body drew me to biomedical. I graduated in 2010 with the dream of designing medical devices to transform people's lives through treatment of various health diseases and I set off across the country (WI->CA) to pursue my dream (sorry mom). After enduring 7 years of working in the medical device industry, sitting for hours in a bland cubicle, staring at a computer screen, and feeling restless and incomplete, I've decided its time to throw off the shackles of my corporate cubicle and make a career change.
Though I excel at math and science, my skill and passion are in learning, teaching, and working hard towards a common goal with other passionate people. This 9Round opportunity gives me the chance to use my skills every day. I get to learn marketing, advertising, growing a business, and human resources. And I get to teach, train, and work towards a common health goal with my customers daily on a personal level. This health club gives me the opportunity to make a difference in the community that I grew up in, and while it's on a much smaller scale than the impact of commercializing a new medical device, it pays the same dividends in allowing me to change people's lives.
INCENTIVES
There are a variety of incentives to choose from. Everyone that donates will be invited to the exclusive pre-launch party to be held on site at the 9Round location to gain an exclusive preview of the space AND will be memorialized for their support on the supporter "Wall of Fame." Other incentives include:
- Wide range of membership deals
- Apparel and other branded merchandise
- Fund a station! Donate to fund a station, either entirely or with partners. The station will feature a plaque memorializing the donors.
Get the word out to other fitness and health enthusiasts.
Really, I need help.
I would like your support today!
Perks
- 1 claimed
VIP Invite to the pre-launch party, name on "Wall of Fame" (first name last initial, limit one per person), and 2 weeks of access to the gym! Must pick up reward in store. Please note: This offer must be redeemed at this 9Round club in the Fox Cities. Not valid at any other 9Round location.
- 4 claimed
- 26 remaining
VIP invite to the pre-launch party, name on "Wall of Fame" (first name last initial, limit one per person). Define an exercise for a station and name it after yourself, i.e. BurpBrees where you do 3 in and outs each time instead of the standard 1. Every time we do that exercise, your named exercise will go up on the board at that station!
- 1 claimed
VIP Invite to the pre-launch party, name on "Wall of Fame" (first name last name, limit one per person), free hand wraps, and 1 month membership! Must pick up reward in store. Please note: This offer must be redeemed at this 9Round club in the Fox Cities. Not valid at any other 9Round location.
- 4 claimed
VIP Invite to the pre-launch party, name on "Wall of Fame" (first name last name, limit one per person) and $55 voucher towards 9Round merchandise. Must pick up reward in store. Please note: This offer must be redeemed at this 9Round club in the Fox Cities. Not valid at any other 9Round location.
- 2 claimed
VIP Invite to the pre-launch party, name and personalized message on "Wall of Fame" (first name last name, and 140 character message, must be approved by management, limit one per person), free hand wraps, 9Round t-shirt, and 3 month membership! Must pick up reward in store. Please note: This offer must be redeemed at this 9Round club in the Fox Cities. Not valid at any other 9Round location.
- 2 claimed
VIP Invite to the pre-launch party, name and personalized message on "Wall of Fame" (first name last name, and 140 character message, must be approved by management, limit one per person), two 9Round t-shirts, and 1 month membership for you and a friend! Must pick up reward in store. Please note: This offer must be redeemed at this 9Round club in the Fox Cities. Not valid at any other 9Round location.
- 2 claimed
- 78 remaining
VIP Invite to the pre-launch party, name and personalized message on "Wall of Fame" (first name last name, and 140 character message, must be approved by management, limit one per person), free hand wraps and championship gloves, 9Round t-shirt, and 6 month membership! Must pick up reward in store. Please note: This offer must be redeemed at this 9Round club in the Fox Cities. Not valid at any other 9Round location.
- 1 claimed
- 39 remaining
VIP Invite to the pre-launch party, name and personalized message on "Wall of Fame" (first name last name, 140 character message, must be approved by management, limit one per person), free hand wraps and championship gloves, 2 pieces of 9Round apparel of your choice and 1 year membership! Must pick up reward in store. Please note: This offer must be redeemed at this 9Round club in the Fox Cities. Not valid at any other 9Round location.
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VIP Invite to the pre-launch party, name and personalized message on "Wall of Fame" (first name last name, 140 character message, must be approved by management, limit one per person), 2 free hand wraps and championship gloves, 2 pieces of 9Round apparel of your choice and 1 year membership for you and a friend! Must pick up reward in store. Please note: This offer must be redeemed at this 9Round club in the Fox Cities. Not valid at any other 9Round location.
- 0 claimed
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VIP invite to the pre-launch party, name and personalized message on "Wall of Fame" (first name last name, 140 character message, must be approved by management, limit one per person). Fund a station! by yourself or with a group donation. Fund the equipment needed for the station of your choice and your donation will be memorialized with your name emblazoned on the wall for everyone to see.
- 0 claimed
- 3 remaining
VIP Invite to the pre-launch party, name and personalized message on "Wall of Fame" (first name last name, 140 character message, must be approved by management, limit one per person), free hand wraps and championship gloves, 2 pieces of 9Round apparel of your choice and LIFETIME membership! Must pick up reward in store. Please note: This offer must be redeemed at this 9Round club in the Fox Cities. Not valid at any other 9Round location.
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- 1 claimed
VIP Invite to the pre-launch party, name on "Wall of Fame" (first name last initial, limit one per person), and 2 weeks of access to the gym! Must pick up reward in store. Please note: This offer must be redeemed at this 9Round club in the Fox Cities. Not valid at any other 9Round location.
- 4 claimed
- 26 remaining
VIP invite to the pre-launch party, name on "Wall of Fame" (first name last initial, limit one per person). Define an exercise for a station and name it after yourself, i.e. BurpBrees where you do 3 in and outs each time instead of the standard 1. Every time we do that exercise, your named exercise will go up on the board at that station!
- 1 claimed
VIP Invite to the pre-launch party, name on "Wall of Fame" (first name last name, limit one per person), free hand wraps, and 1 month membership! Must pick up reward in store. Please note: This offer must be redeemed at this 9Round club in the Fox Cities. Not valid at any other 9Round location.
- 4 claimed
VIP Invite to the pre-launch party, name on "Wall of Fame" (first name last name, limit one per person) and $55 voucher towards 9Round merchandise. Must pick up reward in store. Please note: This offer must be redeemed at this 9Round club in the Fox Cities. Not valid at any other 9Round location.
- 2 claimed
VIP Invite to the pre-launch party, name and personalized message on "Wall of Fame" (first name last name, and 140 character message, must be approved by management, limit one per person), free hand wraps, 9Round t-shirt, and 3 month membership! Must pick up reward in store. Please note: This offer must be redeemed at this 9Round club in the Fox Cities. Not valid at any other 9Round location.
- 2 claimed
VIP Invite to the pre-launch party, name and personalized message on "Wall of Fame" (first name last name, and 140 character message, must be approved by management, limit one per person), two 9Round t-shirts, and 1 month membership for you and a friend! Must pick up reward in store. Please note: This offer must be redeemed at this 9Round club in the Fox Cities. Not valid at any other 9Round location.
- 2 claimed
- 78 remaining
VIP Invite to the pre-launch party, name and personalized message on "Wall of Fame" (first name last name, and 140 character message, must be approved by management, limit one per person), free hand wraps and championship gloves, 9Round t-shirt, and 6 month membership! Must pick up reward in store. Please note: This offer must be redeemed at this 9Round club in the Fox Cities. Not valid at any other 9Round location.
- 1 claimed
- 39 remaining
VIP Invite to the pre-launch party, name and personalized message on "Wall of Fame" (first name last name, 140 character message, must be approved by management, limit one per person), free hand wraps and championship gloves, 2 pieces of 9Round apparel of your choice and 1 year membership! Must pick up reward in store. Please note: This offer must be redeemed at this 9Round club in the Fox Cities. Not valid at any other 9Round location.
- 0 claimed
- 20 remaining
VIP Invite to the pre-launch party, name and personalized message on "Wall of Fame" (first name last name, 140 character message, must be approved by management, limit one per person), 2 free hand wraps and championship gloves, 2 pieces of 9Round apparel of your choice and 1 year membership for you and a friend! Must pick up reward in store. Please note: This offer must be redeemed at this 9Round club in the Fox Cities. Not valid at any other 9Round location.
- 0 claimed
- 9 remaining
VIP invite to the pre-launch party, name and personalized message on "Wall of Fame" (first name last name, 140 character message, must be approved by management, limit one per person). Fund a station! by yourself or with a group donation. Fund the equipment needed for the station of your choice and your donation will be memorialized with your name emblazoned on the wall for everyone to see.
- 0 claimed
- 3 remaining
VIP Invite to the pre-launch party, name and personalized message on "Wall of Fame" (first name last name, 140 character message, must be approved by management, limit one per person), free hand wraps and championship gloves, 2 pieces of 9Round apparel of your choice and LIFETIME membership! Must pick up reward in store. Please note: This offer must be redeemed at this 9Round club in the Fox Cities. Not valid at any other 9Round location.
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