About Dynamic Combatives Franchise
United Defense Tactical is a tactical safety training center franchise offering immersive firearms and self defense training programs in a controlled, professional environment.
Centers typically occupy 4,000 to 6,000 square feet in high traffic retail locations and serve customers through both subscription memberships and individual training sessions.
The franchise fee is $50,000, and the company has been franchising since 2023 under Train to Survive Holdings Inc.
Dynamic Combatives Franchise Cost & Fees
| Fee Type | Amount | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Initial Franchise Fee | $50,000 | One-time payment upon signing |
| Royalty Fee | 7% of Gross Sales of gross sales | Ongoing; paid monthly |
| Marketing/Ad Fund | 2% of Gross Sales (Brand Development Fund) | National brand fund |
| Total Investment Range | $483,700 – $831,000 | Includes build-out, inventory, working capital |
The investment range of $484K–$831K reflects variability in build-out costs, store size, lease terms, and market. The combined royalty (7% of Gross Sales) and marketing fee (2% of Gross Sales (Brand Development Fund)) are ongoing costs paid as a percentage of gross sales.
Investment Breakdown (Item 7)
| Item | Low | High |
|---|---|---|
| Initial Franchise Fee | $50,000 | $50,000 |
| Initial Training Fee | $15,000 | $15,000 |
| Travel to Training | $1,200 | $3,500 |
| Lease and Utility Deposits | $7,000 | $24,000 |
| Rent (3 months) | $21,000 | $60,000 |
| Design, Architecture, Engineering | $12,500 | $20,000 |
| Leasehold Improvements | $75,000 | $225,000 |
| Furniture, Fixtures, Equipment | $175,000 | $200,000 |
| Permits | $4,000 | $8,000 |
| Signage | $10,000 | $20,000 |
| Initial Inventory | $15,000 | $30,000 |
| Computer, Software, POS | $3,000 | $5,000 |
| Insurance (3 months) | $4,500 | $6,000 |
| Initial Marketing | $30,000 | $40,000 |
| Professional Fees and Permits | $5,000 | $7,500 |
| Additional Funds (3 months) | $55,500 | $117,000 |
Additional Fees (Item 6)
| Fee Type | Amount |
|---|---|
| Transfer Fee | $20,000 |
| Renewal Fee | $10,000 |
| Technology Fee | Up to $500/month (currently $400) |
| Audit Fee | Cost of audit if underreporting 2%+ |
| Local Marketing | 3% of Gross Sales |
| POS System (ClubReady) | $599/month |
| CRM Software | $250/month |
Training Program (Item 11)
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Total Duration | ~2 weeks (54 total hours) |
| Classroom Training | 27 |
| On-the-Job Training | 27 |
| Training Location | Costa Mesa, California |
| Additional Training | Supplemental on-site training at $250/trainer/day; virtual employee training at $250/employee. |
Territory Rights (Item 12)
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Territory Type | Designated Territory around Center Location |
| Exclusive Territory | No |
| Territory Size | Lesser of 5-mile radius or ~150,000 households |
| Description | Not exclusive. Franchisor won't open another center within territory if not in default. Retains rights for alternative channels, captive markets, and competing brand acquisitions. |
Renewal, Termination & Transfer (Item 17)
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Initial Term | 10 years |
| Renewal Term | One additional 10-year term |
| Renewal Fee | $10,000 |
| Renewal Conditions | 180 days notice; in compliance; sign current agreement; pay fee; remodel to current standards. |
| Transfer Fee | $20,000 |
| Transfer Conditions | 30 days notice; not in default; transferee must complete training; right of first refusal. |
| Termination for Cause | 10-day cure for payment; 30-day for operational; immediate for bankruptcy, fraud, abandonment. |
| Non-Compete Period | 24 months |
| Non-Compete Details | 24 months within Designated Territory, 25-mile radius, and 10-mile radius of any other UDT Center. |
Operations & Supply (Items 8 & 15)
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Owner-Operator Required | No |
| Participation Details | Managing Owner must be personally responsible for management. May hire Operating Manager who completes training. |
| Required Suppliers | Must purchase simulators and props exclusively from franchisor. ~70% startup and 35% ongoing from approved suppliers. |
| Supply Restrictions | Source restricted goods include lease, system supplies, branded items, signage, POS, insurance. |
| Franchisor Revenue from Suppliers | $418,187 from franchisee simulator/prop purchases in 2024 (82.6% of $506,319 total revenue). |
Financing (Item 10)
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Financing Available | No |
| Description | Does not offer financing. |
Dynamic Combatives Franchise Earnings — Item 19
Past financial performance does not guarantee future results. Individual results will vary.
Dynamic Combatives Litigation & Risk Flags
Litigation and bankruptcy data is sourced from Items 3 and 4 of the FDD. Always verify current status directly from the most recent FDD.
Dynamic Combatives System Growth
Dynamic Combatives currently operates 1 franchised locations and 1 company-owned units. Unit count data is sourced from Item 20 of the FDD.
Unit History (Item 20)
| Year | Opened | Closed | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2022 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 2023 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 2024 | 1 | 0 | 1 |
Transfers: 0 | Closures: 0
State Registrations
Registered in 23 states: CA, CT, FL, HI, IL, IN, KY, ME, MD, MI, MN, NE, NY, NC, ND, RI, SC, SD, TX, UT, VA, WA, WI
Franchisor Financials (Item 21)
Audited by Kezos & Dunlavy, LLC for year ending December 31.
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