Champions Martial Arts®
What Is Champions Martial Arts?
Champions Martial Arts is a franchise in the Health & Wellness category. It operates from brick-and-mortar locations, typically in free-standing, in-line, or strip mall spaces. The business serves individual consumers (B2C) by offering professional adult and youth Tae Kwon Do training, along with other martial arts programs such as after-school classes, summer programs, and birthday parties.
Champions Martial Arts Franchise: Pros and Cons
With an Excellent 86/100 Franchise Stability Score and a franchisee retention rate far above industry norms, this system is well-managed, but operators face weak territory protection with a score in the bottom 10% of Children's Services, meaning no guaranteed exclusive area.
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Some franchisors choose not to make an Item 19 financial performance representation in the FDD.
Lawsuits & Legal Risk
Champions Martial Arts reported no material legal proceedings.
Territory Protection
Champions Martial Arts does not grant exclusive territories; the franchisor retains broad rights to develop units and sell via alternative channels nearby. Franchisees receive site-specific rights under the Franchise Agreement, while multi-unit developers obtain a protected development territory contingent on meeting performance quotas.
Training & Support
Champions Martial Arts provides a streamlined 43-hour training curriculum designed to prepare three staff members for launch. The program includes on-site launch assistance, with franchisees responsible for travel and lodging expenses and on-site support available at an additional cost.
Franchisee Stability
Champions Martial Arts earns an Excellent Stability Score. Three-year turnover of 1.06% is well below the typical Health & Wellness franchise (around 6.5%). Out of just 1 total exit across the three reported years, terminations accounted for the only exit, with no non-renewals, no franchisor buybacks, and no ceased operations.
The single termination suggests either an operator struggled with the model or the franchisor enforced standards, but with only one exit in three years it is not a meaningful pattern. The system operates about 31 franchised outlets in the most recent year, and this near-perfect retention record is a strong indicator of franchisee satisfaction. For prospective franchisees, the picture so far is uniformly clean: every franchisee who came in stayed in.
Unit Growth Analysis
Champions Martial Arts grew from 50 to 71 units over two years, but the recent growth has stalled to zero year-over-year. With 40 company-owned locations versus 31 franchised, the brand is heavily corporate-run, meaning a new owner is entering a system where the franchisor controls more than half the network-so expect limited territory availability and potential friction over operational standards. This flat trend suggests the concept is hitting a wall after an initial push, likely due to market saturation or a lack of franchisee demand, not a hot growth opportunity.
How Much Does It Cost to Open a Champions Martial Arts Franchise?
Opening a Champions Martial Arts franchise requires a total initial investment of $111,500 to $307,300, according to the 2025 Franchise Disclosure Document. This range covers the franchise fee, real estate, equipment, training, and initial working capital needed to launch and operate through the early months.
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The initial investment amounts shown are estimates only. Actual costs may vary based on location size, business model, and multi-unit ownership arrangements. We recommend reviewing the full Franchise Disclosure Document for complete details.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Champions Martial Arts a good franchise to own?
Whether Champions Martial Arts is a good franchise depends on your goals, experience, and local market. Key factors from the 2025 FDD: Champions Martial Arts operates 71 locations, received a legal risk score of 100/100, a training and support score of 46/100. The 2025 FDD does not include an Item 19 financial performance representation. Prospective franchisees should review the full Franchise Disclosure Document and conduct their own due diligence before making any investment decision.
Is a Champions Martial Arts franchise worth the investment?
The value of a Champions Martial Arts franchise investment depends on factors such as location, operator experience, and market demand. The initial investment ranges from $111,500 to $307,300. The 2025 FDD does not include an Item 19 financial performance representation. Franchise investments carry inherent risk, and prospective buyers should conduct thorough due diligence before committing capital.
How long does it take to break even with a Champions Martial Arts franchise?
Break-even timelines for Champions Martial Arts franchises are not disclosed in the 2025 Franchise Disclosure Document. Break-even periods vary significantly based on initial investment level, local market conditions, operating costs, and revenue ramp-up speed. Prospective franchisees should build a pro forma financial model using Item 7 cost estimates and, where available, Item 19 financial performance data from the FDD.
Is Champions Martial Arts a franchise or a corporate-owned business?
As of the 2025 FDD, Champions Martial Arts operates 31 franchised locations and 40 company-owned locations. Franchise opportunities are available through the franchisor's disclosure process.
Does Champions Martial Arts disclose franchise revenue data?
The 2025 FDD does not include an Item 19 financial performance representation. Not all franchisors choose to make this disclosure.
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