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The IM=X® Pilates franchise is a turn-key business that allows investors to easily enter a rapidly growing industry. According to the Wall Street Journal participation in pilates in 2005 was 10.4 million people up from 2.4 in 2001 representing over a 300% increase in participation. Whether you are a personal trainer, fitness enthusiast or investor, you can own one or several IM=X Pilates Studios or Fitness Centers. Our goal is for you to benefit from our popular pilates, cardio, yoga, personal training, back wellness programs and equipment!

Join the industry leading IM=X® Pilates Studio owners and receive:

    MARKETING
We give you the tools to reach your customers. As a franchise you gain access to our exclusive images and advertising campaigns including: graphics, press releases, web design and customization, search engine optimization, print material, signage and more!

    BUSINESS
Become your own boss! With our proven system of workouts, business operations and marketing methods you will have the tools necessary to build your fitness and wellness business. Our Operations Manual, Architectural Design Guidelines, Marketing Plan, Billing and Scheduling Software, Online Password Protected Area and Business Training prepare you to manage, operate and grow your own IM=X Pilates Studio and/or chain!

CERTIFICATION The IM=X Pilates and fitness education program provides you and your staff with the most competitive and advanced in the industry thus providing your members with a high quality of service. Our series of eight leading edge certification courses is included in your franchise privileges.     EQUIPMENT At IM=X Pilates we take pride in manufacturing superior pilates equipment.   When you join the IM=X Pilates franchise system you become part of a team that has excelled in equipment design and has encouraged forward thinking with innovative fitness programs. The Xercizer (our patented reformer) and Tower were engineered with superior detail to commercial usage. Our equipment is a powerful tool for selling and retaining your studio membership. Your customers will benefit from our elite workout on the most advanced pilates fitness equipment. Additionally, you have access to preferred pricing with our cardio equipment vendors for indoor cycling, treadmills, elliptical trainers, etc.

    EXPERIENCE
Founder, Elyse McNergney, was certified in traditional pilates in 1991 and also has obtained certification in the Alexander Technique, a M.A. in Movement Science and a M.Ed. in Exercise Physiology from Columbia University. Elyse created IM=X Pilates to offer a total fitness approach - one that integrates pilates exercises with strength and cardiovascular training. IM=X Pilates has been proven successful at large club chains, medical facilities and individual studios.

McNergney and her team also researched the field of back exercise and treatment leading to the develop of IM=X Pilates Spinal Xercize -- an alternative back strengthening program. Elyse has been a guest lecturer at the IDEA World Fitness Conference, the IDEA Mind/Body Conference, the Columbia Presbyterian Medical Conference on Alternative Medicine and and is the author of Pilates for Men. The IM=X Pilates workouts haves been featured in many fitness publications and by authoritative media like The New York Times.

The IM=X Pilates Master Trainers bring extensive experience and knowledge to the franchise system. Before organizing IM=X Pilates into a unique turn-key franchise our experienced staff also helped establish pilates at Gold's Gyms, Jewish Community Centers, YMCA's, New York Sports Clubs, Bristol Myers-Squibb, Goldman Sachs, Kessler Institute, the New York Mets baseball team, and numerous other facilities. Our expert consultants help you develop your studio business within the fast growing pilates health and fitness sector.

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