barre3
Franchise research report · reviewed 2026 disclosure data
Researching barre3 franchise opportunities? Every figure below is cited to the FDD.
- Franchising since
- 2009 Source: franchise.org
- Headquarters
- Portland, OR United States Source: franchise.org
barre3 franchise combines ballet barre, Pilates, and yoga into a full-body workout experience that appeals to fitness enthusiasts seeking low-impact, high-inten
Headline figures
barre3 quick facts
- Is barre3 a franchise?
- Yes. barre3 offers franchises through a Franchise Disclosure Document. At the end of 2025, it reported 166 franchised and 6 company-owned outlets (2026 FDD, Item 20, PDF p. 59).
- How much does it cost to open a barre3 franchise?
- The barre3 Franchise Disclosure Document reports separate estimated initial investments by format: $423,925–$754,350 for newtotalinvestment — estimated investment lower endpoint (2026 FDD, Item 7, PDF p. 22); $123,465 for rebrandtotalinvestment — estimated investment lower endpoint (2026 FDD, Item 7, PDF p. 24). These formats are not combined. Each is the franchisor's disclosed estimate, not a quote. Details
- What ongoing fees does barre3 charge?
- The disclosed ongoing royalty is 6% (2026 FDD, Item 6, PDF p. 12). The brand or advertising fund contribution is 2% (2026 FDD, Item 6, PDF p. 13). Other recurring fees are listed in Item 6. Details
- Does barre3 disclose financial performance (Item 19)?
- Yes. The barre3 FDD includes an Item 19 financial performance representation (2026 FDD, Item 19, PDF p. 58). Figures apply only to the locations and period each one covers. Details
- How many barre3 locations are there?
- The FDD reports 172 outlets at the end of 2025 (2026 FDD, Item 20, PDF p. 59). Existing locations do not indicate territory availability. Details
- Is barre3 a good franchise to buy?
- Franopolis does not rate or recommend franchises. From the reviewed FDD: Item 19 includes financial performance figures; check which locations and period they cover; Item 20 lists outlet openings, closures and transfers; Item 6 includes a brand or advertising fund contribution on top of royalty; Item 20 also lists current and former franchisees you can contact. Review the full FDD with a franchise attorney and accountant before deciding.
From reviewed FDD figures only. Not a recommendation or projection.
What the disclosures show
- 1The 2026 FDD (Item 7) estimates opening costs separately by format: $423,925 – $754,350 (Newtotalinvestment — estimated investment lower endpoint); $123,465 (Rebrandtotalinvestment — estimated investment lower endpoint); several initial fee options apply.
- 2Item 19 covers 5 separate groups: other measures for 145 Franchisee-Owned locations; other measures for 6 Company-Owned locations; other measures for 151 Mixed locations; other measures for 6 Companyowned locations; other measures for 145 Franchiseeowned locations. They are not combined.
- 3Outlets grew by 17 in 2025, to 172 (United States, as labeled in the FDD, Item 20).
From reviewed FDD figures only. Not a recommendation or projection.
barre3 head-to-head
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Costs · Items 5–7
What does it cost to open?
Estimated opening costs and the fees payable to the franchisor.
Startup Investment — Item 7
Range across 2 single-unit formats
2026 FDD · Item 7
Formats disclosed in Item 7 (2)
Each format has its own total. The total depends on the format you choose.
- Rebrandtotalinvestment — estimated investment lower endpointPDF p. 24$123,465
- Newtotalinvestment — estimated investment lower endpointPDF p. 22$423,925 – $754,350
Ongoing Fees — Item 6
Selected recurring charges; payment bases and conditions remain attached to each fee.
- RoyaltypresalesMain ongoing fee
53 reported fees, each with its payment basis, are listed below; they haven't been sorted into recurring, initial and occasional groups yet.
Financial Performance — Item 19
What results are disclosed—and for which locations?
5 separate populations, shown apart. Revenue is not owner income.
145 locations
Other measures · 145 locations
- Who is counted
- Franchisee-Owned Reporting Units
- Period
- units
- Excluded
- Franchisee20of165notfull12months excluded;6closures; all6companyfull-year; excludesless12months dueopen/pause/permanentclosure.
- Method
- RequiredPOS unaudited;grossrevenueallclassesproductsservices inclpaidinsuranceclaim, excluderemittedsalestax;accruesdelivery/service/saleregardlesscollection. Figures described as nearly and annualized retained. Recurring=autor enewmemberships;nonrecurringclasssales;retailproducts.
These groups are never combined.
Outlet Changes — Item 20
How has the outlet count changed?
United States, as labeled in the FDD · counts as of 2025-12-31 of each year.
2026 FDD · Item 20 · PDF p. 59
Net +40 outlets, 2023–2025
Year-end counts reported in Item 20. The scale starts at zero; the labels between the dots show each year's change. Openings and closures for 2025 haven't been pulled from the Item 20 tables yet, so no turnover or churn is shown.
Questions to investigate
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For the franchisor
Which line items in the 2026 Item 7 estimate ($123,465 – $754,350) vary most by market, and why?
Which initial fee option would apply to my situation, and what conditions or discounts affect it?
Which locations are included in the Item 19 figures, and which were excluded?
Reported units went from 155 to 172 in 2025. How many new units opened, closed or changed hands?
Is a territory available in my area, and how is it defined in my agreement?
For current and former owners
How did your actual startup costs and timeline compare with the Item 7 estimate?
How many hours a week do you work in the business, and in what role?
How do your results compare with the Item 19 figures, and what explains the difference?
What support from the franchisor has been most and least useful?
For your advisors
Ask a franchise attorney to review the territory, renewal, transfer and termination terms.
Ask an accountant to build a cash-flow plan using your own assumptions, not the franchisor's.
Sources & vintage history
Every displayed fact is retained with its disclosure vintage, item, page, and reviewed status. Prior vintages remain on file rather than being overwritten.
Citations (2026 FDD)
- [1]Item 19 — Locations counted not stated in the reviewed record — Franchisee-Owned Reporting Units · PDF p. 58
- [2]Item 19 — Locations counted not stated in the reviewed record — Company-Owned Reporting Units · PDF p. 58
- [3]Item 19 — Locations counted not stated in the reviewed record — All Reporting Units · PDF p. 58
- [4]Item 19 — Locations counted not stated in the reviewed record — Companyownedfullyearreportingunits · PDF p. 56
- [5]Item 19 — Locations counted not stated in the reviewed record — Franchiseeownedfullyearreportingunits · PDF p. 55
- [6]Outlet counts — Item 20, Table 1 · PDF p. 59
"PDF p." is the page in the PDF file; "printed p." is the number printed on the FDD page. Source document: FDD
Territory & operations
218 addresses in Franopolis's imported location list. Coverage may differ from Item 20 outlet counts.
These are contract disclosures, not confirmation that any territory is currently available.
Legal & agreement
Franchisor financial statements
| Fiscal year | Measure | Reported value |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | accounts receivable | $609,646 |
| 2025 | other current assets | $115,830 |
| 2025 | deferred commissions - non-current | $32,250 |
| 2025 | total assets | $2,259,926 |
| 2025 | pre-opening marketing fund | $70,937 |
| 2025 | liabilities and members' equity current liabilities accounts payable and accrued expenses | $22,792 |
| 2025 | deferred commissions - current | $10,000 |
| 2025 | non-current assets intangible assets | $618,903 |
| 2025 | current assets cash and cash equivalents | $788,359 |
| 2025 | total current assets | $1,608,773 |
| 2025 | total non-current assets | $651,153 |
| 2025 | due from related party | $84,938 |
These figures describe the franchisor company, not individual franchise locations.
SBA-backed loans to franchisees
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Source: U.S. Small Business Administration 7(a) & 504 FOIA data. Loan volume is not a measure of franchisee success.
Related research
Brands in the same subcategory first, then the wider industry, ordered by shared business format, overlapping investment range, Item 20 outlet count and search interest. This is not a ranking or recommendation.
Head-to-head comparisons
At a glance
Business history
Not reviewed
Owner participation
Not reviewed
Territory language
Litigation disclosure
Not reviewed
Bankruptcy disclosure
Not reviewed
Agreement term
Not reviewed
Reader notes on wording
Our automated check found that these summaries may not match the FDD's exact wording. Read the FDD excerpt itself; it is the authoritative text. Core cost, fee, Item 19 and outlet figures are not affected.
Item 21 · PDF p. 168 · 2026 FDD
Our summary: Non-current liabilities Deferred revenue - non-current — 2024 restated
“Non-current liabilities Deferred revenue - non-current 707,750 650,375 330,810”
Note: The cited value could not be confirmed in the cited column on PDF page 168.
Item 21 · PDF p. 168 · 2026 FDD
Our summary: Total liabilities — 2023 restated
“Total liabilities 1,215,361 1,647,156 999,380”
Note: The cited value could not be confirmed in the cited column on PDF page 168.
Item 21 · PDF p. 169 · 2026 FDD
Our summary: Salaries and wages — 2025
“Salaries and wages 1,717,204 1,639,229 1,266,330”
Note: The cited value could not be confirmed in the 2025 column on PDF page 169.
Item 21 · PDF p. 168 · 2026 FDD
Our summary: Members' equity — 2025
“Members' equity 1,044,565 139,907 479,453”
Note: The cited value could not be confirmed in the 2025 column on PDF page 168.
Item 21 · PDF p. 171 · 2026 FDD
Our summary: Cash and cash equivalents at end of period — 2025
“Cash and cash equivalents at end of period 788,359 $ 582,047 $ 684,627 $”
Note: The cited value could not be confirmed in the 2025 column on PDF page 171.
Item 21 · PDF p. 169 · 2026 FDD
Our summary: Other revenues — 2024 restated
“Other revenues 605,326 334,475 359,840”
Note: The cited value could not be confirmed in the cited column on PDF page 169.
Item 21 · PDF p. 168 · 2026 FDD
Our summary: Members' equity — 2024 restated
“Members' equity 1,044,565 139,907 479,453”
Note: The cited value could not be confirmed in the cited column on PDF page 168.
Item 21 · PDF p. 169 · 2026 FDD
Our summary: Total operating revenue — 2025
“Total operating revenue 6,978,004 5,456,446 4,539,296”
Note: The cited value could not be confirmed in the 2025 column on PDF page 169.
Item 21 · PDF p. 169 · 2026 FDD
Our summary: Other revenues — 2023 restated
“Other revenues 605,326 334,475 359,840”
Note: The cited value could not be confirmed in the cited column on PDF page 169.
Independent analysis of franchisor-provided data. Not investment advice. Franopolis does not distribute FDDs.