{"product_id":"athletic-performance-training-center-startup-costs","title":"Athletic Training Center Startup Cost: $440K CAPEX and $783K Cash","description":"\u003cbr\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"card_smpl\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt takes about \u003cstrong\u003e$122 million in modeled funding capacity\u003c\/strong\u003e to open this athletic training center under the researched base case The total comes from \u003cstrong\u003e$440,000 in CAPEX\u003c\/strong\u003e plus a \u003cstrong\u003e$783,000 minimum cash requirement\u003c\/strong\u003e in the early ramp-up period The largest startup items are facility build-out at \u003cstrong\u003e$150,000\u003c\/strong\u003e, strength and conditioning equipment at \u003cstrong\u003e$120,000\u003c\/strong\u003e, and performance testing equipment at \u003cstrong\u003e$80,000\u003c\/strong\u003e This estimate excludes owner salary, debt service, and vendor-specific quotes, and it treats recurring costs like the \u003cstrong\u003e$10,000 monthly lease\u003c\/strong\u003e as operating expenses after launch\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #126CFF;\"\u003eEstimate Startup Costs with Calculator\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003csection class=\"fml-capex-calculator\" aria-label=\"Athletic Training Center Startup CAPEX Calculator\" data-locale=\"en-US\" data-currency=\"USD\" data-default-scenario=\"base\" data-export-filename=\"Startup CAPEX calculator.xlsx\" data-source-site-name=\"Financial Models Lab\" data-source-site-url=\"https:\/\/financialmodelslab.com\" data-source-page-title=\"Athletic Training Center Startup CAPEX Calculator\" data-note-title=\"Excluded from CAPEX\" data-note-text=\"This calculator covers upfront capitalized assets only. It excludes working capital, payroll runway, pre-opening payroll, rent after launch, debt service, deposits, inventory, and recurring software subscriptions.\"\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"fml-capex-card\"\u003e\n\u003cheader class=\"fml-capex-header\"\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"fml-capex-heading\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"fml-capex-eyebrow\"\u003eStartup CAPEX Calculator\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"fml-capex-intro\"\u003eEstimates upfront capitalized startup assets only for an Athletic Training Center, with a base build around $440,000 before contingency.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"fml-capex-scenarios\" aria-label=\"Scenario presets\"\u003e\n\u003cbutton class=\"fml-capex-scenario\" type=\"button\" data-scenario=\"lean\"\u003eLean\u003c\/button\u003e\u003cbutton class=\"fml-capex-scenario is-active\" type=\"button\" data-scenario=\"base\"\u003eBase\u003c\/button\u003e\u003cbutton class=\"fml-capex-scenario\" type=\"button\" data-scenario=\"full\"\u003eFull\u003c\/button\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c\/header\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"fml-capex-layout\"\u003e\n\u003cform class=\"fml-capex-inputs\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"fml-capex-row\"\u003e\n\u003clabel class=\"fml-capex-label\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFacility Build-out \u0026amp; Renovation\u003c\/span\u003e\u003csmall\u003eLeasehold work, flooring, wall finishes, and install labor.\u003c\/small\u003e\u003c\/label\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"fml-capex-money\"\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003e$\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cinput data-capex-field=\"facility_buildout_renovation\" data-capex-kind=\"money\" data-capex-label=\"Facility Build-out \u0026amp; Renovation\" data-capex-note=\"Leasehold work, flooring, wall finishes, and install labor.\" data-lean=\"145000\" data-base=\"150000\" data-full=\"165000\" name=\"facility_buildout_renovation\" type=\"text\" inputmode=\"numeric\" value=\"150,000\"\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"fml-capex-row\"\u003e\n\u003clabel class=\"fml-capex-label\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eStrength \u0026amp; Conditioning Equipment\u003c\/span\u003e\u003csmall\u003eRacks, weights, sleds, cardio gear, and core training tools.\u003c\/small\u003e\u003c\/label\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"fml-capex-money\"\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003e$\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cinput data-capex-field=\"strength_conditioning_equipment\" data-capex-kind=\"money\" data-capex-label=\"Strength \u0026amp; Conditioning Equipment\" data-capex-note=\"Racks, weights, sleds, cardio gear, and core training tools.\" data-lean=\"115000\" data-base=\"120000\" data-full=\"135000\" name=\"strength_conditioning_equipment\" type=\"text\" inputmode=\"numeric\" value=\"120,000\"\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"fml-capex-row\"\u003e\n\u003clabel class=\"fml-capex-label\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePerformance Testing Equipment\u003c\/span\u003e\u003csmall\u003eAssessment tech, sensors, and testing tools.\u003c\/small\u003e\u003c\/label\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"fml-capex-money\"\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003e$\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cinput data-capex-field=\"performance_testing_equipment\" data-capex-kind=\"money\" data-capex-label=\"Performance Testing Equipment\" data-capex-note=\"Assessment tech, sensors, and testing tools.\" data-lean=\"0\" data-base=\"80000\" data-full=\"100000\" name=\"performance_testing_equipment\" type=\"text\" inputmode=\"numeric\" value=\"80,000\"\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"fml-capex-row\"\u003e\n\u003clabel class=\"fml-capex-label\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eRecovery \u0026amp; Wellness Equipment\u003c\/span\u003e\u003csmall\u003eRecovery tools, wellness gear, and related setup.\u003c\/small\u003e\u003c\/label\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"fml-capex-money\"\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003e$\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cinput data-capex-field=\"recovery_wellness_equipment\" data-capex-kind=\"money\" data-capex-label=\"Recovery \u0026amp; Wellness Equipment\" data-capex-note=\"Recovery tools, wellness gear, and related setup.\" data-lean=\"0\" data-base=\"40000\" data-full=\"50000\" name=\"recovery_wellness_equipment\" type=\"text\" inputmode=\"numeric\" value=\"40,000\"\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"fml-capex-row\"\u003e\n\u003clabel class=\"fml-capex-label\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIT, AV, Furniture \u0026amp; Initial Software Setup\u003c\/span\u003e\u003csmall\u003eComputers, AV, office furniture, signage, and initial software setup.\u003c\/small\u003e\u003c\/label\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"fml-capex-money\"\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003e$\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cinput data-capex-field=\"it_av_furniture_software_setup\" data-capex-kind=\"money\" data-capex-label=\"IT, AV, Furniture \u0026amp; Initial Software Setup\" data-capex-note=\"Computers, AV, office furniture, signage, and initial software setup.\" data-lean=\"45000\" data-base=\"50000\" data-full=\"60000\" name=\"it_av_furniture_software_setup\" type=\"text\" inputmode=\"numeric\" value=\"50,000\"\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"fml-capex-row\"\u003e\n\u003clabel class=\"fml-capex-label\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eContingency Reserve\u003c\/span\u003e\u003csmall\u003eCovers scope creep, install overruns, and price swings.\u003c\/small\u003e\u003c\/label\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"fml-capex-percent\"\u003e\n\u003cinput data-capex-field=\"contingency\" data-capex-kind=\"percent\" name=\"contingency\" type=\"range\" min=\"0\" max=\"20\" step=\"1\" data-lean=\"5\" data-base=\"10\" data-full=\"15\" value=\"10\"\u003e\u003coutput data-capex-output=\"contingencyValue\"\u003e10%\u003c\/output\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/form\u003e\n\u003caside class=\"fml-capex-results\" aria-live=\"polite\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"fml-capex-tag\"\u003eCAPEX estimate\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"fml-capex-total\"\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003eTotal startup CAPEX\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong data-capex-output=\"totalCapex\"\u003e$484,000\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdl class=\"fml-capex-result-list\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cdt\u003eSubtotal before contingency\u003c\/dt\u003e\n\u003cdd data-capex-output=\"subtotal\"\u003e$440,000\u003c\/dd\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cdt\u003eContingency amount\u003c\/dt\u003e\n\u003cdd data-capex-output=\"contingencyAmount\"\u003e$44,000\u003c\/dd\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cdt\u003eLargest cost driver\u003c\/dt\u003e\n\u003cdd data-capex-output=\"largestDriver\"\u003eFacility Build-out \u0026amp; Renovation\u003c\/dd\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/dl\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"fml-capex-chart\" aria-label=\"CAPEX cost category breakdown\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"fml-capex-bar-row\"\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003eBuild-out\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e\u003ci data-capex-bar=\"facility_buildout_renovation\" style=\"--fml-capex-share: 34%;\"\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cb data-capex-share=\"facility_buildout_renovation\"\u003e34%\u003c\/b\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"fml-capex-bar-row\"\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003eTraining gear\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e\u003ci data-capex-bar=\"strength_conditioning_equipment\" style=\"--fml-capex-share: 27%;\"\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cb data-capex-share=\"strength_conditioning_equipment\"\u003e27%\u003c\/b\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"fml-capex-bar-row\"\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003eTesting\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e\u003ci data-capex-bar=\"performance_testing_equipment\" style=\"--fml-capex-share: 18%;\"\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cb data-capex-share=\"performance_testing_equipment\"\u003e18%\u003c\/b\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"fml-capex-bar-row\"\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003eRecovery\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e\u003ci data-capex-bar=\"recovery_wellness_equipment\" style=\"--fml-capex-share: 9%;\"\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cb data-capex-share=\"recovery_wellness_equipment\"\u003e9%\u003c\/b\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"fml-capex-bar-row\"\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003eTech setup\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e\u003ci data-capex-bar=\"it_av_furniture_software_setup\" style=\"--fml-capex-share: 11%;\"\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cb data-capex-share=\"it_av_furniture_software_setup\"\u003e11%\u003c\/b\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cbutton class=\"fml-capex-export\" type=\"button\" data-capex-export\u003eEXPORT XLSX\u003c\/button\u003e\u003c\/aside\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"fml-capex-note\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"fml-capex-note-icon\" aria-hidden=\"true\"\u003e!\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eExcluded from CAPEX\u003c\/strong\u003e This calculator covers upfront capitalized assets only. It excludes working capital, payroll runway, pre-opening payroll, rent after launch, debt service, deposits, inventory, and recurring software subscriptions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c\/section\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"container_new_design_blog\"\u003e\n\n\u003cdiv class=\"text-section_blog text-2_new_design_blog\"\u003e\n\n\u003cdiv class=\"line_top_blog\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #126CFF;\"\u003eIs the Athletic Training Center model a validation bridge?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eOpen the \u003ca href=\"\/products\/athletic-performance-training-center-financial-model\"\u003eAthletic Training Center Financial Model Template\u003c\/a\u003e: CAPEX spans Month 1-6, \u003cstrong\u003e$440,000\u003c\/strong\u003e startup assets, amortized buildout, and \u003cstrong\u003e$783,000\u003c\/strong\u003e minimum cash—review assumptions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch4\u003eScreenshot highlights\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"lst_crct_blog\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBuildout amortized\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEquipment depreciated\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIT, furniture, software\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e60 Tier 1\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e40 Tier 2\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e4 team contracts\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e45% occupancy\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e22 billable days\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLease, payroll sensitivity\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMarketing percentage impact\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEquipment phasing effect\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePayback and breakeven\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003cdiv class=\"image-section_blog image-2_new_design_blog\"\u003e\n\n\u003cdiv class=\"preview-card\" data-preview-src=\"\/cdn\/shop\/files\/athletic-performance-training-center-financial-model-capex-financialmodelslab_e2bb986c-5b08-4073-bb9c-9bd7169e77fb.webp\"\u003e\n\u003cimg class=\"preview-img\" width=\"100%\" height=\"auto\" src=\"\/cdn\/shop\/files\/athletic-performance-training-center-financial-model-capex-financialmodelslab_e2bb986c-5b08-4073-bb9c-9bd7169e77fb.webp?width=500\" alt=\"Athletic Training Center Financial Model capex inputs letting users customize capital expenditures, equipment purchases, facility fit-out and timing to model startup costs and depreciation; fully customizable.\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"preview-overlay\"\u003e\n\u003cbutton class=\"preview-btn\" type=\"button\" style=\"align-items: center; vertical-align: middle; display: inline-flex; justify-content: center; gap: 6px; line-height: 1;\"\u003e\nPREVIEW \u003csvg fill=\"#fff\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" aria-hidden=\"true\" focusable=\"false\" role=\"presentation\" viewbox=\"0 0 448 512\" width=\"14\"\u003e\u003cpath d=\"M416 176V86.63L246.6 256L416 425.4V336c0-8.844 7.156-16 16-16s16 7.156 16 16v128c0 8.844-7.156 16-16 16h-128c-8.844 0-16-7.156-16-16s7.156-16 16-16h89.38L224 278.6L54.63 448H144C152.8 448 160 455.2 160 464S152.8 480 144 480h-128C7.156 480 0 472.8 0 464v-128C0 327.2 7.156 320 16 320S32 327.2 32 336v89.38L201.4 256L32 86.63V176C32 184.8 24.84 192 16 192S0 184.8 0 176v-128C0 39.16 7.156 32 16 32h128C152.8 32 160 39.16 160 48S152.8 64 144 64H54.63L224 233.4L393.4 64H304C295.2 64 288 56.84 288 48S295.2 32 304 32h128C440.8 32 448 39.16 448 48v128C448 184.8 440.8 192 432 192S416 184.8 416 176z\"\u003e\u003c\/path\u003e\u003c\/svg\u003e\n\u003c\/button\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #126CFF;\"\u003eWhat hidden costs come with starting an athletic training center?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHidden costs\u003c\/strong\u003e in an \u003cstrong\u003eAthletic Training Center\u003c\/strong\u003e show up in two buckets: \u003cstrong\u003epre-opening setup\u003c\/strong\u003e and \u003cstrong\u003emonthly overhead\u003c\/strong\u003e. Before revenue starts, you still pay lease deposits, permits, legal and accounting setup, staff onboarding, certifications, background checks for youth athletes, website and scheduling setup, access control, uniforms, signage, and launch materials; for owner-income context, see \u003ca href=\"\/blogs\/how-much-makes\/athletic-performance-training-center\"\u003eHow Much Does The Owner Of An Athletic Training Center Usually Make?\u003c\/a\u003e. The monthly drag is real too: \u003cstrong\u003e$600\u003c\/strong\u003e insurance, \u003cstrong\u003e$700\u003c\/strong\u003e software, \u003cstrong\u003e$500\u003c\/strong\u003e professional services, \u003cstrong\u003e$400\u003c\/strong\u003e cleaning, and \u003cstrong\u003e$300\u003c\/strong\u003e admin supplies, and that timing gap can hit before memberships ramp against a \u003cstrong\u003e$783,000 Month 2 cash need\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"container_2_clmn_row\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"card_smpl blue_card\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"card_smpl_header\"\u003e\n\u003cimg src=\"\/cdn\/shop\/files\/fml_20_fml-Orange-blog-colons-icon.svg\" alt=\"Icon\" class=\"icon_how_to_use\"\u003e\u003ch3\u003ePre-Opening Costs\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"lst_crct_blog\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLease deposits\u003c\/strong\u003e and binders\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePermits\u003c\/strong\u003e and legal setup\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAccounting\u003c\/strong\u003e setup and onboarding\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBackground checks\u003c\/strong\u003e for youth athletes\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"card_smpl\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"card_smpl_header\"\u003e\n\u003cimg src=\"\/cdn\/shop\/files\/fml_20_fml-Orange-blog-intro-icon.svg\" alt=\"Icon\" class=\"icon_how_to_use\"\u003e\u003ch3\u003eMonthly Cash Drain\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"lst_crct_blog\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e$600\u003c\/strong\u003e insurance each month\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e$700\u003c\/strong\u003e software licensing each month\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e$500\u003c\/strong\u003e professional services each month\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e$400\u003c\/strong\u003e cleaning and \u003cstrong\u003e$300\u003c\/strong\u003e supplies\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #126CFF;\"\u003eHow much money do I need to open an athletic training center?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor an Athletic Training Center, plan on about \u003cstrong\u003e$1.22 million\u003c\/strong\u003e of funding capacity: \u003cstrong\u003e$440,000\u003c\/strong\u003e in CAPEX plus a \u003cstrong\u003e$783,000\u003c\/strong\u003e minimum cash need in Month 2; use \u003ca href=\"\/blogs\/kpi-metrics\/athletic-performance-training-center\"\u003eWhat Is The Most Critical Metric To Measure The Success Of The Athletic Training Center?\u003c\/a\u003e to test whether that spend turns into paid training volume. A small leased studio can lower CAPEX to a \u003cstrong\u003e$320,000 floor\u003c\/strong\u003e by deferring \u003cstrong\u003e$80,000\u003c\/strong\u003e of performance testing equipment and \u003cstrong\u003e$40,000\u003c\/strong\u003e of recovery equipment, before cash reserve effects.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"container_2_clmn_row\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"card_smpl blue_card\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"card_smpl_header\"\u003e\n\u003cimg src=\"\/cdn\/shop\/files\/fml_20_fml-Orange-blog-colons-icon.svg\" alt=\"Icon\" class=\"icon_how_to_use\"\u003e\u003ch3\u003eBase funding need\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"lst_crct_blog\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e$440,000\u003c\/strong\u003e CAPEX base model\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e$783,000\u003c\/strong\u003e Month 2 cash low point\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e$1.22 million\u003c\/strong\u003e total funding capacity\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMonth 1 breakeven\u003c\/strong\u003e is a model output\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"card_smpl\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"card_smpl_header\"\u003e\n\u003cimg src=\"\/cdn\/shop\/files\/fml_20_fml-Orange-blog-intro-icon.svg\" alt=\"Icon\" class=\"icon_how_to_use\"\u003e\u003ch3\u003eLower-cost path\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"lst_crct_blog\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLease smaller training space first\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDefer \u003cstrong\u003e$80,000\u003c\/strong\u003e testing equipment\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDefer \u003cstrong\u003e$40,000\u003c\/strong\u003e recovery equipment\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTreat \u003cstrong\u003e8-month payback\u003c\/strong\u003e as validation, not a guarantee\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #126CFF;\"\u003eHow do I fund an athletic training center?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFund the \u003cstrong\u003eAthletic Training Center\u003c\/strong\u003e with a mix of owner equity, investor capital, equipment financing, a leasehold improvement allowance, and a credit line. Here’s the quick math: the base model needs \u003cstrong\u003e$440,000\u003c\/strong\u003e of CAPEX plus \u003cstrong\u003e$783,000\u003c\/strong\u003e of minimum cash, so the raise has to cover buildout and the cash trough before occupancy climbs from \u003cstrong\u003e45%\u003c\/strong\u003e in Year 1 to \u003cstrong\u003e90%\u003c\/strong\u003e in Year 5. At Year 1 volume, revenue is about \u003cstrong\u003e$39,900\u003c\/strong\u003e a month from \u003cstrong\u003e60\u003c\/strong\u003e Tier 1 memberships, \u003cstrong\u003e40\u003c\/strong\u003e Tier 2 memberships, \u003cstrong\u003e4\u003c\/strong\u003e team contracts, and \u003cstrong\u003e$3,000\u003c\/strong\u003e in ad hoc services.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"container_2_clmn_row\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"card_smpl\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"card_smpl_header\"\u003e\n\u003cimg src=\"\/cdn\/shop\/files\/fml_20_fml-Orange-blog-intro-icon.svg\" alt=\"Icon\" class=\"icon_how_to_use\"\u003e\u003ch3\u003eFunding mix\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"lst_crct_blog\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUse owner equity first.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAdd investor capital next.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFinance equipment and buildout.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUse a credit line buffer.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"card_smpl blue_card\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"card_smpl_header\"\u003e\n\u003cimg src=\"\/cdn\/shop\/files\/fml_20_fml-Orange-blog-colons-icon.svg\" alt=\"Icon\" class=\"icon_how_to_use\"\u003e\u003ch3\u003eModel checks\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"lst_crct_blog\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTest payback on \u003cstrong\u003e$39,900\u003c\/strong\u003e monthly revenue.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWatch the \u003cstrong\u003e$783,000\u003c\/strong\u003e cash trough.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDelay hiring until slots fill.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePlan for \u003cstrong\u003e45%\u003c\/strong\u003e to \u003cstrong\u003e90%\u003c\/strong\u003e occupancy.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #126CFF;\"\u003eCalculate Fuding Needs\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003csection class=\"fml-summary-static\" aria-label=\"Athletic Training Center Startup Cost Summary\" data-locale=\"en-US\" data-currency=\"USD\" data-default-scenario=\"base\" data-export-filename=\"Athletic Training Center Startup Cost Summary.xlsx\" data-site-name=\"Financial Models Lab\" data-site-url=\"https:\/\/financialmodelslab.com\" data-source-title=\"Athletic Training Center Startup Cost Summary\" data-source-url=\"\"\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"fml-summary-static-card\"\u003e\n\u003cheader class=\"fml-summary-static-header\"\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"fml-summary-static-eyebrow\"\u003eStartup Cost Summary\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"fml-summary-static-description\"\u003eStartup cost table for facility build-out, equipment, technology, and the cash reserve needed before Month 2.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"fml-summary-static-actions\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"fml-summary-static-scenarios\" aria-label=\"Highlight scenario\"\u003e\n\u003cbutton class=\"fml-summary-static-scenario\" type=\"button\" data-scenario=\"low\"\u003eLow\u003c\/button\u003e\u003cbutton class=\"fml-summary-static-scenario is-active\" type=\"button\" data-scenario=\"base\"\u003eBase\u003c\/button\u003e\u003cbutton class=\"fml-summary-static-scenario\" type=\"button\" data-scenario=\"high\"\u003eHigh\u003c\/button\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cbutton class=\"fml-summary-static-export\" type=\"button\" data-summary-export\u003eEXPORT XLSX\u003c\/button\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c\/header\u003e\u003csection class=\"fml-summary-static-metrics\" aria-live=\"polite\"\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"fml-summary-static-metric is-primary\"\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003eHighlighted CAPEX\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong data-summary-metric=\"capex\"\u003e$440,000\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003csmall data-summary-metric=\"scenario\"\u003eBase planning example\u003c\/small\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"fml-summary-static-metric is-warning\"\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003eExcluded cash needs\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong data-summary-metric=\"working\"\u003e$783,000\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003csmall\u003eOutside CAPEX total\u003c\/small\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"fml-summary-static-metric\"\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003eFunding need\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong data-summary-metric=\"funding\"\u003e$1,223,000\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003csmall\u003eCAPEX + excluded cash needs\u003c\/small\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c\/section\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"fml-summary-static-table-wrap\"\u003e\u003ctable class=\"fml-summary-static-table\"\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"col\"\u003eCost Category\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"col\" class=\"fml-summary-static-estimate-header\" data-summary-estimate-header\u003eBase Estimate\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"col\"\u003eMain Cost Driver\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"col\"\u003eCAPEX Calculator\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr data-summary-row data-low=\"135000\" data-base=\"150000\" data-high=\"170000\" data-capex=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFacility Build-out \u0026amp; Renovation\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"fml-summary-static-estimate\" data-summary-value\u003e$150,000\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"fml-summary-static-driver\"\u003eLeasehold build-out scope and finish level\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan class=\"fml-summary-static-pill\"\u003eYes\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr data-summary-row data-low=\"108000\" data-base=\"120000\" data-high=\"135000\" data-capex=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eStrength \u0026amp; Conditioning Equipment\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"fml-summary-static-estimate\" data-summary-value\u003e$120,000\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"fml-summary-static-driver\"\u003eTraining equipment package size\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan class=\"fml-summary-static-pill\"\u003eYes\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr data-summary-row data-low=\"72000\" data-base=\"80000\" data-high=\"90000\" data-capex=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePerformance Testing Equipment\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"fml-summary-static-estimate\" data-summary-value\u003e$80,000\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"fml-summary-static-driver\"\u003eTesting systems and measurement tools\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan class=\"fml-summary-static-pill\"\u003eYes\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr data-summary-row data-low=\"36000\" data-base=\"40000\" data-high=\"46000\" data-capex=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eRecovery \u0026amp; Wellness Equipment\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"fml-summary-static-estimate\" data-summary-value\u003e$40,000\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"fml-summary-static-driver\"\u003eRecovery gear and wellness stations\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan class=\"fml-summary-static-pill\"\u003eYes\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr data-summary-row data-low=\"45000\" data-base=\"50000\" data-high=\"58000\" data-capex=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eTechnology, AV, Furniture \u0026amp; Initial Software\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"fml-summary-static-estimate\" data-summary-value\u003e$50,000\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"fml-summary-static-driver\"\u003eIT setup, AV systems, furniture, and software licenses\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan class=\"fml-summary-static-pill\"\u003eYes\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr class=\"is-excluded\" data-summary-row data-low=\"725000\" data-base=\"783000\" data-high=\"860000\" data-capex=\"false\"\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eWorking Capital Reserve\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"fml-summary-static-estimate\" data-summary-value\u003e$783,000\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"fml-summary-static-driver\"\u003eMonth 1-2 payroll, fixed overhead, and cash trough\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan class=\"fml-summary-static-pill is-no\"\u003eNo\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cfooter class=\"fml-summary-static-note\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"fml-summary-static-note-icon\" aria-hidden=\"true\"\u003e!\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePlanning note:\u003c\/strong\u003e Ranges are planning assumptions; non-CAPEX covers opening cash and other excluded launch costs.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/footer\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c\/section\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #126CFF;\"\u003eAthletic Training Center Core Five Startup Costs\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #126CFF;\"\u003eFacility Lease and Buildout Startup Expense\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"card_smpl blue_card\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"card_smpl_header\"\u003e\n\u003cimg src=\"\/cdn\/shop\/files\/fml_20_fml-Orange-blog-colons-icon.svg\" alt=\"Icon\" class=\"icon_how_to_use\"\u003e\u003ch4\u003eBuildout\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe biggest facility cost is the one-time buildout: \u003cstrong\u003e$150,000\u003c\/strong\u003e for renovation, lease deposits, landlord improvements, zoning fit, ceiling height, turf lanes, restroom and lobby setup, office space, lighting, HVAC, signage, accessibility, contractor contingency, and inspection timing. Actual spend moves with location, size, shell condition, and landlord contribution.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"container_2_clmn_row\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"card_smpl_2\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"card_smpl_header\"\u003e\n\u003cimg src=\"\/cdn\/shop\/files\/fml_20_fml-Orange-blog-tips-icon.svg\" alt=\"Icon\" class=\"icon_how_to_use\"\u003e\u003ch4\u003eCost Inputs\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEstimate this from quotes, not guesses. Split the budget into shell work, tenant improvements, permits, and inspection timing. Ask for the landlord’s contribution, required deposit, and any code-driven upgrades before you sign. Do not use per-square-foot pricing unless you also have square footage.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"lst_crct_blog\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGet landlord TI terms in writing\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eQuote HVAC and accessibility early\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSeparate permit and inspection fees\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"card_smpl\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"card_smpl_header\"\u003e\n\u003cimg src=\"\/cdn\/shop\/files\/fml_20_fml-Orange-blog-intro-icon.svg\" alt=\"Icon\" class=\"icon_how_to_use\"\u003e\u003ch4\u003eControl It\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCut waste by picking a space that already has the right ceiling height, power, and HVAC, then phase lobby and office finish after launch. Don’t underbudget inspection delays or contractor changes; that’s where cash slips. If the shell is rough, the buildout climbs fast.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"card_smpl\"\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"double_border\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"card_smpl_header\"\u003e\n\u003cimg src=\"\/cdn\/shop\/files\/fml_20_fml-Orange-blog-pin-icon.svg\" alt=\"Icon\" class=\"icon_how_to_use\"\u003e\u003ch4\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #ffffff;\"\u003eLease\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAfter launch, model the lease as \u003cstrong\u003e$10,000 per month\u003c\/strong\u003e, or \u003cstrong\u003e$120,000 a year\u003c\/strong\u003e, separate from the startup buildout. Put it in fixed overhead, because the rent hits before payroll, insurance, and software do. Occupancy only works if memberships fill fast enough to cover that recurring burden.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #126CFF;\"\u003eTraining Equipment and Performance Assets Startup Expense\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"card_smpl blue_card\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"card_smpl_header\"\u003e\n\u003cimg src=\"\/cdn\/shop\/files\/fml_20_fml-Orange-blog-colons-icon.svg\" alt=\"Icon\" class=\"icon_how_to_use\"\u003e\u003ch4\u003eCore Training Gear\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e$120,000\u003c\/strong\u003e is the essential launch base for racks, barbells, plates, dumbbells, benches, plyometric boxes, sleds, bands, cones, agility tools, medicine balls, cardio machines, and storage. Here’s the quick math: estimate units needed, quote each item, and size the mix to your athlete slots and training lanes. This is the must-have capacity that lets athletes train safely on day one.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"container_2_clmn_row\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"card_smpl\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"card_smpl_header\"\u003e\n\u003cimg src=\"\/cdn\/shop\/files\/fml_20_fml-Orange-blog-tips-icon.svg\" alt=\"Icon\" class=\"icon_how_to_use\"\u003e\u003ch4\u003eTesting Upgrades\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e$80,000\u003c\/strong\u003e for performance testing covers athlete testing tools, timing gates, and force measurement tools. These assets improve credibility and give cleaner data, but they do not all need to launch on day one. Price this with device count, calibration needs, software, and staff use hours so you only buy the tools that directly support early program sales.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"lst_crct_blog\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBuy core tests first\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePhase the rest later\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eQuote calibration costs\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"card_smpl_2\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"card_smpl_header\"\u003e\n\u003cimg src=\"\/cdn\/shop\/files\/fml_20_fml-Orange-blog-intro-icon.svg\" alt=\"Icon\" class=\"icon_how_to_use\"\u003e\u003ch4\u003eRecovery Gear\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e$40,000\u003c\/strong\u003e for recovery and wellness equipment adds value, but it is a phaseable upgrade, not a launch blocker. This bucket can include recovery assets that support athlete care and retention. Budget it with item counts, replacement timing, and usage frequency, and keep the first spend focused on the pieces that help athletes train harder without hurting quality.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"lst_crct_blog\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eStart with high-use items\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDelay luxury pieces\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMatch spend to demand\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"card_smpl\"\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"double_border\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"card_smpl_header\"\u003e\n\u003cimg src=\"\/cdn\/shop\/files\/fml_20_fml-Orange-blog-pin-icon.svg\" alt=\"Icon\" class=\"icon_how_to_use\"\u003e\u003ch4\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #ffffff;\"\u003eLaunch Priority\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe full equipment stack totals \u003cstrong\u003e$240,000\u003c\/strong\u003e, split into \u003cstrong\u003e$120,000\u003c\/strong\u003e core training gear, \u003cstrong\u003e$80,000\u003c\/strong\u003e testing gear, and \u003cstrong\u003e$40,000\u003c\/strong\u003e recovery assets. The base package should open the doors first; the other two raise pricing power and trust, but they can follow once training slots fill and cash flow supports the upgrade cycle.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #126CFF;\"\u003eTurf, Flooring, and Safety Surfaces Startup Expense\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"card_smpl blue_card\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"card_smpl_header\"\u003e\n\u003cimg src=\"\/cdn\/shop\/files\/fml_20_fml-Orange-blog-colons-icon.svg\" alt=\"Icon\" class=\"icon_how_to_use\"\u003e\u003ch4\u003eFlooring Scope\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTurf\u003c\/strong\u003e, rubber flooring, subfloor prep, wall padding, mirrors, storage, sprint lanes, sled zones, and safety clearances belong in one scope because they change both cost and athlete capacity. The source data has no separate flooring line, so tie it to the \u003cstrong\u003e$150,000\u003c\/strong\u003e facility build-out unless vendor quotes split it out.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"container_2_clmn_row\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"card_smpl_2\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"card_smpl_header\"\u003e\n\u003cimg src=\"\/cdn\/shop\/files\/fml_20_fml-Orange-blog-tips-icon.svg\" alt=\"Icon\" class=\"icon_how_to_use\"\u003e\u003ch4\u003eCost Inputs\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEstimate this by layout, not by guess. Ask for \u003cstrong\u003esquare footage\u003c\/strong\u003e, \u003cstrong\u003eturf lane length\u003c\/strong\u003e, \u003cstrong\u003erubber area\u003c\/strong\u003e, and \u003cstrong\u003elandlord condition\u003c\/strong\u003e. Those four inputs drive materials, labor, and prep work. If the shell is rough or the slab needs work, this line moves fast and should stay inside the full build-out budget.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"lst_crct_blog\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMeasure usable training area\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMap each turf lane\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCount rubber zones\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"card_smpl\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"card_smpl_header\"\u003e\n\u003cimg src=\"\/cdn\/shop\/files\/fml_20_fml-Orange-blog-intro-icon.svg\" alt=\"Icon\" class=\"icon_how_to_use\"\u003e\u003ch4\u003eCapacity Driver\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGood flooring layout can raise revenue capacity because it decides how many athletes can train safely at once. More clear lanes, cleaner sled paths, and better spacing mean more filled slots per hour. Bad layout does the opposite, so one-line savings on floor materials can cost you usable training space.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"card_smpl\"\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"double_border\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"card_smpl_header\"\u003e\n\u003cimg src=\"\/cdn\/shop\/files\/fml_20_fml-Orange-blog-pin-icon.svg\" alt=\"Icon\" class=\"icon_how_to_use\"\u003e\u003ch4\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #ffffff;\"\u003eQuote Check\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIf you have landlord-provided flooring, compare it to your safety needs before you accept it. Ask whether the \u003cstrong\u003esubfloor\u003c\/strong\u003e, \u003cstrong\u003epadding\u003c\/strong\u003e, and \u003cstrong\u003eclearances\u003c\/strong\u003e support sprint work, sled work, and group training without crowding. If not, fold the upgrade into the \u003cstrong\u003e$150,000\u003c\/strong\u003e build-out.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #126CFF;\"\u003eStaffing, Certification, Insurance, and Compliance Startup Expense\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"card_smpl blue_card\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"card_smpl_header\"\u003e\n\u003cimg src=\"\/cdn\/shop\/files\/fml_20_fml-Orange-blog-colons-icon.svg\" alt=\"Icon\" class=\"icon_how_to_use\"\u003e\u003ch4\u003eYear 1 Payroll\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYear 1 staffing is the big recurring cost. Using the listed headcount, \u003cstrong\u003e10\u003c\/strong\u003e head coaches at \u003cstrong\u003e$95,000\u003c\/strong\u003e, \u003cstrong\u003e20\u003c\/strong\u003e coaches at \u003cstrong\u003e$68,000\u003c\/strong\u003e, \u003cstrong\u003e5\u003c\/strong\u003e sport scientists at \u003cstrong\u003e$78,000\u003c\/strong\u003e, and \u003cstrong\u003e10\u003c\/strong\u003e admin assistants at \u003cstrong\u003e$42,000\u003c\/strong\u003e totals \u003cstrong\u003e$3,120,000\u003c\/strong\u003e before taxes and benefits. The stated \u003cstrong\u003e$312,000\u003c\/strong\u003e looks short by a zero, so use the headcount math in your cash plan.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"container_2_clmn_row\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"card_smpl\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"card_smpl_header\"\u003e\n\u003cimg src=\"\/cdn\/shop\/files\/fml_20_fml-Orange-blog-tips-icon.svg\" alt=\"Icon\" class=\"icon_how_to_use\"\u003e\u003ch4\u003eLaunch Readiness\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePre-opening costs are separate from payroll. Budget for coach recruitment, onboarding, certifications, background checks for youth athletes, liability insurance, workers' compensation, business licenses, waivers, and legal setup. The inputs are headcount, state rules, and whether youth training needs extra screening. This is the money that gets you launch-ready, not the money that keeps doors open.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"card_smpl_2\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"card_smpl_header\"\u003e\n\u003cimg src=\"\/cdn\/shop\/files\/fml_20_fml-Orange-blog-intro-icon.svg\" alt=\"Icon\" class=\"icon_how_to_use\"\u003e\u003ch4\u003eCost Control\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCut this line by standardizing hiring and compliance. Use one checklist for every coach, renew certifications on the same cycle, and get quotes before opening so insurance and workers' comp are not guessed. Don’t skip background checks or waivers to save a few dollars; one missed control can cost far more than the paperwork.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"card_smpl\"\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"double_border\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"card_smpl_header\"\u003e\n\u003cimg src=\"\/cdn\/shop\/files\/fml_20_fml-Orange-blog-pin-icon.svg\" alt=\"Icon\" class=\"icon_how_to_use\"\u003e\u003ch4\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #ffffff;\"\u003eInsurance Run Rate\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eInsurance is a recurring operating cost, not startup capex. At \u003cstrong\u003e$600 per month\u003c\/strong\u003e, the annual run rate is \u003cstrong\u003e$7,200\u003c\/strong\u003e. Put that line in the monthly budget beside payroll, because it hits cash every month and affects how fast the center can scale staff.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #126CFF;\"\u003eLaunch Marketing, Software, and Operating Readiness Startup Expense\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"card_smpl blue_card\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"card_smpl_header\"\u003e\n\u003cimg src=\"\/cdn\/shop\/files\/fml_20_fml-Orange-blog-colons-icon.svg\" alt=\"Icon\" class=\"icon_how_to_use\"\u003e\u003ch4\u003eLaunch setup\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFirst-client readiness starts with \u003cstrong\u003e$50,000\u003c\/strong\u003e in setup CAPEX: \u003cstrong\u003e$25,000\u003c\/strong\u003e for IT infrastructure and AV systems, \u003cstrong\u003e$10,000\u003c\/strong\u003e for initial software licenses, and \u003cstrong\u003e$15,000\u003c\/strong\u003e for office furniture and fixtures. That covers the website, scheduling and billing software, CRM, access control, Wi-Fi, and tablets. Keep setup fees separate from subscriptions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"container_2_clmn_row\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"card_smpl_2\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"card_smpl_header\"\u003e\n\u003cimg src=\"\/cdn\/shop\/files\/fml_20_fml-Orange-blog-tips-icon.svg\" alt=\"Icon\" class=\"icon_how_to_use\"\u003e\u003ch4\u003eMonthly stack\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRecurring operating cost includes \u003cstrong\u003e$700\u003c\/strong\u003e per month for software licensing, plus Year 1 spend of \u003cstrong\u003e10%\u003c\/strong\u003e of revenue for marketing and client acquisition, \u003cstrong\u003e2%\u003c\/strong\u003e for performance software usage fees, and \u003cstrong\u003e3%\u003c\/strong\u003e for training consumables. That bucket also covers local team partnerships, uniforms, cleaning supplies, and onboarding materials. One clean rule: budget \u003cstrong\u003e15%\u003c\/strong\u003e of revenue, then add the fixed software fee.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"card_smpl\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"card_smpl_header\"\u003e\n\u003cimg src=\"\/cdn\/shop\/files\/fml_20_fml-Oran%0Age-blog-intro-icon.svg\" alt=\"Icon\" class=\"icon_how_to_use\"\u003e\u003ch4\u003eSpend control\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCut waste by buying only the launch tools needed on day one and phasing extras later. Get quotes for software, AV support, and access control before you sign. A common mistake is mixing setup fees with subscriptions, which hides runway. If revenue starts slow, the \u003cstrong\u003e15%\u003c\/strong\u003e variable stack falls with sales, but the \u003cstrong\u003e$700\u003c\/strong\u003e fixed software bill does not.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"card_smpl\"\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"double_border\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"card_smpl_header\"\u003e\n\u003cimg src=\"\/cdn\/shop\/files\/fml_20_fml-Orange-blog-pin-icon.svg\" alt=\"Icon\" class=\"icon_how_to_use\"\u003e\u003ch4\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #ffffff;\"\u003eCash check\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHere’s the quick math: base launch readiness is \u003cstrong\u003e$50,000\u003c\/strong\u003e up front, then \u003cstrong\u003e$700\u003c\/strong\u003e a month plus \u003cstrong\u003e15%\u003c\/strong\u003e of Year 1 revenue. So if monthly revenue is \u003cstrong\u003e$40,000\u003c\/strong\u003e, variable launch ops add about \u003cstrong\u003e$6,000\u003c\/strong\u003e before the fixed software fee. That keeps the opening budget simple: one-time setup, then a revenue-linked operating layer.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #126CFF;\"\u003eCompare 3 Startup Cost Scenarios\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003csection class=\"fml-scenario-table\" aria-label=\"Athletic Training Center Startup Cost Scenarios\" data-site-name=\"Financial Models Lab\" data-site-url=\"https:\/\/financialmodelslab.com\" data-source-title=\"Athletic Training Center Startup Cost Scenarios\" data-note-label=\"Planning note\" data-note-text=\"These scenario ranges are researched planning assumptions, not vendor quotes, bids, or lender terms.\"\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"fml-scenario-table-card\"\u003e\n\u003cheader class=\"fml-scenario-table-header\"\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"fml-scenario-table-eyebrow\"\u003eScenario table\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"fml-scenario-table-description\"\u003eLean, Base, and Full launch costs move fast because this model is heavy on build-out, equipment, and payroll. The main swing is how much gear and working capital you fund at opening.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"fml-scenario-table-actions\"\u003e\u003cbutton class=\"fml-scenario-table-export\" type=\"button\" data-scenario-export\u003eEXPORT XLSX\u003c\/button\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c\/header\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"fml-scenario-table-wrap\"\u003e\u003ctable class=\"fml-scenario-table-grid\"\u003e\n\u003ccaption\u003eLean, Base, and Full launch funding bands for an athletic training center.\u003c\/caption\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth class=\"fml-scenario-table-stub\" scope=\"col\" data-export-value=\"Scenario\"\u003eScenario\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth class=\"fml-scenario-table-column\" scope=\"col\" data-export-value=\"Lean Launch\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"fml-scenario-column-title\"\u003eLean Launch\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"fml-scenario-badge is-soft\"\u003eLower-risk pilot\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth class=\"fml-scenario-table-column\" scope=\"col\" data-export-value=\"Base Launch\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"fml-scenario-column-title\"\u003eBase Launch\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"fml-scenario-badge is-soft\"\u003eStandard launch\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth class=\"fml-scenario-table-column\" scope=\"col\" data-export-value=\"Full Launch\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"fml-scenario-column-title\"\u003eFull Launch\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"fml-scenario-badge is-warning\"\u003eMulti-sport buildout\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr data-scenario-row\u003e\n\u003cth class=\"fml-scenario-row-heading\" scope=\"row\" data-export-value=\"Launch model\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"fml-scenario-row-heading-inner\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"fml-scenario-row-icon is-launch\" aria-hidden=\"true\"\u003e\u003cimg class=\"fml-scenario-row-icon-img\" src=\"\/cdn\/shop\/files\/scenario-launch-model.svg\" alt=\"\" loading=\"lazy\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cspan class=\"fml-scenario-row-title\"\u003eLaunch model\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd data-export-value=\"Starts with the core training setup and defers performance testing and recovery gear.\"\u003eStarts with the core training setup and defers performance testing and recovery gear.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd data-export-value=\"Funds the full $440,000 base build and keeps the Month 2 cash reserve in place.\"\u003eFunds the full $440,000 base build and keeps the Month 2 cash reserve in place.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd data-export-value=\"Keeps the base build and adds expansion items like turf, more testing gear, contingency, or added staff.\"\u003eKeeps the base build and adds expansion items like turf, more testing gear, contingency, or added staff.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr data-scenario-row\u003e\n\u003cth class=\"fml-scenario-row-heading\" scope=\"row\" data-export-value=\"Typical setup\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"fml-scenario-row-heading-inner\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"fml-scenario-row-icon is-setup\" aria-hidden=\"true\"\u003e\u003cimg class=\"fml-scenario-row-icon-img\" src=\"\/cdn\/shop\/files\/scenario-typical-setup.svg\" alt=\"\" loading=\"lazy\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cspan class=\"fml-scenario-row-title\"\u003eTypical setup\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd data-export-value=\"Smaller space, core strength equipment, and a tighter opening roster.\"\u003eSmaller space, core strength equipment, and a tighter opening roster.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd data-export-value=\"Full core equipment, standard coaching capacity, and enough cash for ramp-up.\"\u003eFull core equipment, standard coaching capacity, and enough cash for ramp-up.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd data-export-value=\"Larger space, deeper equipment mix, and higher coaching capacity for more athlete volume.\"\u003eLarger space, deeper equipment mix, and higher coaching capacity for more athlete volume.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr data-scenario-row\u003e\n\u003cth class=\"fml-scenario-row-heading\" scope=\"row\" data-export-value=\"Cost drivers\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"fml-scenario-row-heading-inner\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"fml-scenario-row-icon is-drivers\" aria-hidden=\"true\"\u003e\u003cimg class=\"fml-scenario-row-icon-img\" src=\"\/cdn\/shop\/files\/scenario-cost-drivers.svg\" alt=\"\" loading=\"lazy\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cspan class=\"fml-scenario-row-title\"\u003eCost drivers\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd data-export-value=\"Build-out; strength equipment; core staffing; software and lease costs\"\u003e\u003cul class=\"fml-scenario-list\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBuild-out\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003estrength equipment\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ecore staffing\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003esoftware and lease costs\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd data-export-value=\"Full equipment set; staffing ramp; marketing; working capital reserve\"\u003e\u003cul class=\"fml-scenario-list\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFull equipment set\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003estaffing ramp\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003emarketing\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eworking capital reserve\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd data-export-value=\"Expansion add-ons; contingency; added turf; more testing gear; more staff\"\u003e\u003cul class=\"fml-scenario-list\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eExpansion add-ons\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003econtingency\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eadded turf\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003emore testing gear\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003emore staff\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr data-scenario-row\u003e\n\u003cth class=\"fml-scenario-row-heading\" scope=\"row\" data-export-value=\"Planning range\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"fml-scenario-row-heading-inner\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"fml-scenario-row-icon is-range\" aria-hidden=\"true\"\u003e\u003cimg class=\"fml-scenario-row-icon-img\" src=\"\/cdn\/shop\/files\/scenario-planning-range.svg\" alt=\"\" loading=\"lazy\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cspan class=\"fml-scenario-row-title\"\u003ePlanning range\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"fml-scenario-row-subtitle\"\u003eCAPEX only\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd data-export-value=\"$1.10M\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong class=\"fml-scenario-range\"\u003e$1.10M\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan class=\"fml-scenario-badge is-soft\"\u003eLower cash need\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd data-export-value=\"$1.22M\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong class=\"fml-scenario-range\"\u003e$1.22M\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan class=\"fml-scenario-badge is-soft\"\u003eModeled baseline\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd data-export-value=\"$1.22M+\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong class=\"fml-scenario-range\"\u003e$1.22M+\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan class=\"fml-scenario-badge is-warning\"\u003eExpansion band\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr data-scenario-row\u003e\n\u003cth class=\"fml-scenario-row-heading\" scope=\"row\" data-export-value=\"Best fit\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"fml-scenario-row-heading-inner\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"fml-scenario-row-icon is-fit\" aria-hidden=\"true\"\u003e\u003cimg class=\"fml-scenario-row-icon-img\" src=\"\/cdn\/shop\/files\/scenario-best-fit.svg\" alt=\"\" loading=\"lazy\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cspan class=\"fml-scenario-row-title\"\u003eBest fit\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd data-export-value=\"Best if you want a smaller square-footage footprint, lighter equipment depth, and a pilot roster while keeping working capital tight.\"\u003eBest if you want a smaller square-footage footprint, lighter equipment depth, and a pilot roster while keeping working capital tight.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd data-export-value=\"Best if you have standard floor space, full core equipment, and enough cash to cover staffing and ramp-up.\"\u003eBest if you have standard floor space, full core equipment, and enough cash to cover staffing and ramp-up.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd data-export-value=\"Best if you need more square footage, deeper equipment depth, higher coaching capacity, and extra working capital for multi-sport demand.\"\u003eBest if you need more square footage, deeper equipment depth, higher coaching capacity, and extra working capital for multi-sport demand.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"fml-scenario-table-note\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"fml-scenario-table-note-icon\" aria-hidden=\"true\"\u003e!\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePlanning note:\u003c\/strong\u003e These scenario ranges are researched planning assumptions, not vendor quotes, bids, or lender terms.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c\/section\u003e","brand":"FinancialModelsLab","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":49303600333043,"sku":"athletic-performance-training-center-startup-costs","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0522\/6191\/2762\/files\/athletic-performance-training-center-startup-costs.webp?v=1782675715","url":"https:\/\/financialmodelslab.com\/products\/athletic-performance-training-center-startup-costs","provider":"Financial Models Lab","version":"1.0","type":"link"}