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Challenge Island Franchise Cost & Facts · Professional Services

A Challenge Island franchise costs $53K – $69K in total initial investment, with an initial franchise fee of $45K, across 155 locations. See the full Challenge Island fees, royalty, and Franchise Disclosure Document below.

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Professional ServicesFounded 2015· 11 yrs155 unitschallenge-island.com
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Total Investment

$53K – $69K

Franchise Fee

$45K

Unit Count

155

Year Founded

2015

Overview

Why Challenge Island?

Challenge Island is a professional services brand with over 11 years of operating history and 155 active locations. The full Franchise Disclosure Document, including unit-level financials, territory terms, training requirements, and franchisee obligations, is available on request.

The Numbers

Investment & Fees

Total initial investment
$53K – $69K
Initial franchise fee
$45K
Royalty fee
Available on request
Ad / marketing fee
Available on request

Regulatory Filings

FDDs on file

2025202320222021202020192018

Latest FDD on file: 2025. Request the document below to see Item 19 financial performance, Item 7 estimated initial investment, and territory disclosures.

Who's Operating It

46 franchisees of Challenge Island

0 multi-unit operators46 units operated by franchisees
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Why every serious buyer requests the FDD

The Franchise Disclosure Document is the single most important piece of paperwork in your due diligence. It's federally mandated and contains everything a franchisor is required to share before you sign.

  • Item 7: full breakdown of your real startup costs
  • Item 19: actual unit-level revenue performance
  • Item 20: franchisee count, openings, closures, transfers
  • Item 21: audited financial statements

Frequently Asked

Challenge Island franchise FAQ

Is Challenge Island a franchise?

Yes. Challenge Island is a franchise in the professional services category, which means you can own and operate a Challenge Island location under a franchise agreement with the franchisor. The total initial investment to open one ranges from $53K – $69K. The franchisor provides the brand, systems, and ongoing support in exchange for an initial franchise fee and royalties, all disclosed in the Franchise Disclosure Document (FDD).

How much does it cost to open a Challenge Island franchise?

Total initial investment to open a Challenge Island franchise ranges from $53K – $69K according to the latest Franchise Disclosure Document. The actual cost depends on territory, build-out, and local market conditions. Request the full FDD on this page for Item 7's full investment breakdown.

What is the Challenge Island franchise fee?

The Challenge Island initial franchise fee is $45K, paid to the franchisor at signing. This is separate from total investment and does not include build-out, equipment, or working capital.

How many Challenge Island franchise locations are there?

Challenge Island operates 155 active locations as of the most recent FDD filing. Request the latest FDD for state-by-state distribution and openings/closures from Item 20.

When was Challenge Island founded?

Challenge Island was founded in 2015, giving the brand 11 years of operating history. Brand longevity matters in franchising because it correlates with refined operations, established supplier relationships, and a tested franchisee playbook.

Is a Challenge Island franchise profitable?

Challenge Island unit-level profitability depends on location, operating costs, staffing, and management. When a franchisor makes an earnings claim, it appears in Item 19 of the Franchise Disclosure Document, the only place franchise financial performance is officially disclosed. Request the Challenge Island FDD on this page to review any Item 19 financial performance representation.

How do I apply for a Challenge Island franchise opportunity?

Submit a request through this page to receive the Challenge Island Franchise Disclosure Document. The FDD contains everything you need to evaluate the opportunity: Item 7 investment, Item 19 financial performance, Item 20 unit counts and franchisee turnover, and Item 21 audited financials. There is no cost or obligation to request the FDD.

Where can I get the Challenge Island FDD?

The current Challenge Island FDD can be requested directly through this page. Franchise Disclosure Documents are federally regulated by the FTC and must be provided to prospective franchisees at least 14 days before signing any binding agreement or paying any fee.

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