About Crazy Running Franchise
Crazy Running is a fitness franchise offering running, track and field, and conditioning clinics for athletes of all ages and skill levels.
The brand uses a proprietary coaching system to deliver high quality athletic training in a community based setting.
The franchise fee is $10,000, and the brand has been franchising since 2024.
Crazy Running Franchise Cost & Fees
Minimum Investment
$13K
Average Investment
$18K
Maximum Investment
$22K
| Fee Type | Amount | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Initial Franchise Fee | $10,000 | One-time payment upon signing |
| Royalty Fee | 20% of Gross Sales (initial 5-year term); 12.5% (renewal terms) of gross sales | Ongoing; paid monthly |
| Marketing/Ad Fund | Up to 2% of your Gross Sales (National Marketing Contribution, if established); Up to 2% of your Gross Sales (Local Advertising, if established) | National brand fund |
| Total Investment Range | $13,400 – $22,200 | Includes build-out, inventory, working capital |
The investment range of $13K–$22K reflects variability in build-out costs, store size, lease terms, and market. The combined royalty (20% of Gross Sales (initial 5-year term); 12.5% (renewal terms)) and marketing fee (Up to 2% of your Gross Sales (National Marketing Contribution, if established); Up to 2% of your Gross Sales (Local Advertising, if established)) are ongoing costs paid as a percentage of gross sales.
Investment Breakdown (Item 7)
| Item | Low | High |
|---|---|---|
| Initial Franchise Fee | $10,000 | $10,000 |
| Lease Deposit and Payment | $0 | $2,000 |
| Utility Deposits | $0 | $500 |
| Initial Inventory | $0 | $500 |
| Furniture, Fixtures, & Equipment | $0 | $2,000 |
| Leasehold Improvements/ Buildout | $0 | $0 |
| Signage | $0 | $200 |
| Insurance | $400 | $500 |
| Technology Fee | $500 | $500 |
| Accounting and Legal Fees | $1,000 | $2,000 |
| Travel and living expenses while training | $1,000 | $2,000 |
| Additional Funds – 3 months | $500 | $2,000 |
Additional Fees (Item 6)
| Fee Type | Amount |
|---|---|
| Transfer Fee | $2,000 |
| Renewal Fee | $1,000 |
| Technology Fee | Initial $500, then up to $200 per month if implemented |
| Audit Fee | Understated amounts, plus interest, plus amount of audit fees and related expenses |
| Co-op Contributions | As determined by the Co-op, not to exceed 1% of your Gross Sales |
| Continuing Equipment Fee | Will vary under circumstances |
| Additional Training | Currently $200 per day, plus expenses |
| Late fees and interest charges on late payments | $100 plus 1.5% of the amount due or the maximum rate allowed by law, whichever is greater. |
| Insufficient Funds Fee | 5% or $50, whichever is greater, or maximum fee allowed by law. |
| Interest | Lower of 1.5% per month or the highest commercial interest rate allowed by law |
| Indemnification | Will vary under circumstances |
Training Program (Item 11)
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Total Duration | approximately 3 days |
| Classroom Training | 19.5 |
| On-the-Job Training | 5.5 |
| Training Location | Franchisor headquarters or another designated location, or at your franchised business location |
| Additional Training | Additional training programs or refresher courses may be required in the future. Franchisees or their Designated Principal must attend, covering reasonable costs, travel, lodging, and living expenses. |
Territory Rights (Item 12)
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Territory Type | Protected |
| Exclusive Territory | Yes |
| Territory Size | minimum population of 300,000 |
| Description | The territory is usually a designated Standard Metropolitan Statistical Area, city, or county, determined by the franchisor based on factors like households, traffic, competition, accessibility, and population density. While the territory is not exclusive, the franchisor will not grant others the right to operate or themselves operate a competitive franchised business within the assigned territory. |
Renewal, Termination & Transfer (Item 17)
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Initial Term | 5 years |
| Renewal Term | 5 years each |
| Renewal Fee | $1,000 |
| Renewal Conditions | Franchisee must provide 180 days' written notice, be in material compliance with the current Franchise Agreement, pay all monetary obligations, agree to update the Franchised Business, sign a general release of claims (subject to state law), and sign the then-current standard Franchise Agreement (which may have different terms and fees). |
| Transfer Fee | $2,000 |
| Transfer Conditions | Requires franchisor's prior written consent. Conditions include: franchisee is in full compliance with the agreement and current on all debts; provision of all required transaction and transferee information; proposed transferee meets franchisor's new franchisee requirements (reputation, character, experience, financial strength); franchisee and investors sign a written agreement to observe post-term obligations and release claims; proposed transferee enters a new franchise agreement (no new initial fee, remaining term of original agreement); proposed transferee agrees to perform necessary maintenance/remodeling; proposed transferee's Designated Principal completes required training; franchisee and owners sign a general release; and payment of a $2,000 transfer fee. |
| Termination for Cause | The franchisor may terminate the agreement for cause, with or without an opportunity to cure, depending on the nature of the default. Non-curable defaults include liquidation, failure to construct as approved, abandonment, unauthorized transfer, fraudulent conduct, felony conviction, repeated material violations, misuse of marks, or materially impairing the brand's value. Curable defaults (with 30 days' notice) include failure to open within 12 months, failure to pay monies due, threat to public health/safety, selling non-approved products, or continuing violation of applicable laws (24-hour cure if goodwill is damaged). |
| Non-Compete Period | 2 years |
| Non-Compete Details | During the term of the agreement, the franchisee may not directly or indirectly participate in or have a financial interest in any business deriving more than 10% of its revenue from running, track, and field conditioning services, regardless of location. For two years after transfer, expiration, or termination, the franchisee may not directly or indirectly engage in, be connected with, or assist any such competitive business within the former territory or a 25-mile radius of any Crazy Running business. |
Operations & Supply (Items 8 & 15)
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Owner-Operator Required | Yes |
| Participation Details | If a business entity, a Designated Principal with authority to bind the franchisee is required. This individual must successfully complete the initial training program. Franchisees may hire a manager for day-to-day activities, who must be approved by the franchisor and complete mandatory initial training. Owners with 10% or more beneficial ownership or active in the business must personally guarantee obligations. |
| Required Suppliers | Franchisees must purchase certain products and equipment from approved suppliers. All printed products must be ordered from Crazy Running corporate approved vendors. All client transactions must be processed through the corporate website. Franchisees may need to contract with approved vendors for point-of-sale data transmission and payment card industry compliance. A written list of approved suppliers for services, furniture, fixtures, leasehold improvements, signs, POS systems, computer hardware, software, and services will be provided. |
| Supply Restrictions | Franchisees are required to purchase proprietary products from approved vendors, even if alternatives of similar quality are available elsewhere. Operations must strictly conform to the franchisor's methods, standards, specifications, and sources of supply outlined in the Manual, covering equipment, supplies, signage, uniforms, interior décor, advertising, marketing materials, and inventory. |
| Franchisor Revenue from Suppliers | None disclosed for fiscal year ending December 31, 2023. |
Crazy Running Franchise Earnings — Item 19
Crazy Running does not make an Item 19 financial performance representation in their FDD. This means they do not disclose revenue, profit, or earnings data for franchised locations. Before investing, ask the franchisor directly for franchisee contact information so you can speak with existing owners about their actual financial performance.
Crazy Running does not include an Item 19 financial performance representation in their FDD. Contact information for current and former franchisees is listed in Item 20 of the FDD.
Crazy Running Litigation & Risk Flags
Clean Litigation RecordCrazy Running has no pending litigation actions listed in their FDD. There is also no bankruptcy history disclosed.
Litigation and bankruptcy data is sourced from Items 3 and 4 of the FDD. Always verify current status directly from the most recent FDD.
Crazy Running System Growth
Total Units
9
Franchised
8
Company-Owned
1
Crazy Running currently operates 8 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2021 | 0 | 0 | 5 |
| 2022 | 3 | 1 | 7 |
| 2023 | 2 | 0 | 9 |
Transfers: 1 | Closures: 1
State Registrations
Registered in 14 states: CA, HI, IL, IN, MD, MI, MN, NY, ND, RI, SD, VA, WA, WI
Crazy Running Franchise — FAQ
The total investment to open a Crazy Running franchise ranges from $13,400 to $22,200, per their Franchise Disclosure Document. This includes the initial franchise fee of $10,000. The investment covers build-out, inventory, equipment, signage, working capital, and other startup costs.
Crazy Running charges a royalty fee of 20% of Gross Sales (initial 5-year term); 12.5% (renewal terms) of gross sales, plus a Up to 2% of your Gross Sales (National Marketing Contribution, if established); Up to 2% of your Gross Sales (Local Advertising, if established) contribution to the marketing/advertising fund. These fees are paid on an ongoing basis.
You can download the Crazy Running Franchise Disclosure Document free on this page. The FDD is a public document filed with state franchise registries. Always also request the current FDD directly from Crazy Running to ensure you have the most up-to-date version.
Crazy Running does not provide an Item 19 financial performance representation in their FDD, which means they do not disclose franchisee revenue or earnings data. Prospective investors should contact existing franchisees directly (listed in Item 20 of the FDD) to gather real-world financial performance information.
Crazy Running has been franchising since 2024. The FDD shows an investment range of $13,400-$22,200, a 20% of Gross Sales (initial 5-year term); 12.5% (renewal terms) royalty, and no Item 19 earnings disclosure. There is no pending litigation. Review the full FDD and contact current franchisees listed in Item 20 before making any investment decision.
The franchise fee is $10,000 and the total investment ranges from $13,400 to $22,200 depending on location size and market. Contact the franchisor directly for current net worth and liquid capital requirements, territory availability, and application details.
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