Fitness & Recreation Franchise Opportunities

    Exercise, sports instruction and recreational facilities, including Pilates and youth sports.

    Published brands
    63
    Median low-end investment
    $240,800
    Brands with Item 19 figures
    49 of 63
    FDD years covered
    2025–2026

    Calculated from the low end of each brand's reviewed Item 7 total in its latest FDD. The low end is the cheapest disclosed scenario, not a typical cost. Not a ranking or recommendation.

    Business models in fitness & recreation

    • Gyms · 31 brands
    • Sports instruction · 13 brands
    • Recreational facilities · 9 brands
    • Personal training · 8 brands
    • Pilates · 2 brands

    Brands

    Fitness & Recreation matchups

    Questions to research for any fitness & recreation franchise

    • Which Item 7 format matches the business you would actually open, and what does the high end include?
    • What are the recurring Item 6 charges beyond royalty: brand fund, technology, minimums?
    • If Item 19 is disclosed, which locations does it cover, and which were excluded?
    • How many outlets opened, closed or transferred in Item 20, and can you call former owners?

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