About Fitness 19 Franchise
Fitness 19 is a value priced gym franchise that offers full featured fitness facilities at affordable monthly membership rates.
Backed by F-19 Holdings, LLC, the brand has been franchising since 2021 and targets budget conscious consumers who want access to quality gym equipment without the high monthly fees of premium fitness clubs.
The franchise fee is $15,000, making it one of the most affordable fitness franchise opportunities available.
Fitness 19 Franchise Cost & Fees
Minimum Investment
$724K
Average Investment
$1.3M
Maximum Investment
$1.9M
| Fee Type | Amount | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Initial Franchise Fee | $15,000 | One-time payment upon signing |
| Royalty Fee | 5% of Gross Revenue of gross sales | Ongoing; paid monthly |
| Marketing/Ad Fund | None | National brand fund |
| Total Investment Range | $724,190 – $1,941,100 | Includes build-out, inventory, working capital |
The investment range of $724K–$1.9M reflects variability in build-out costs, store size, lease terms, and market. The combined royalty (5% of Gross Revenue) and marketing fee (None) are ongoing costs paid as a percentage of gross sales.
Investment Breakdown (Item 7)
| Item | Low | High |
|---|---|---|
| Initial Franchise Fee | $15,000 | $15,000 |
| Lease Review | $1,500 | $1,500 |
| 3 Months’ Rent | $30,000 | $165,000 |
| Security Deposit | $10,000 | $55,000 |
| Leasehold Improvements | $200,000 | $1,000,000 |
| Furniture and Fixtures | $50,000 | $62,800 |
| Exercise Equipment | $270,000 | $450,000 |
| Signage | $6,000 | $13,100 |
| Initial Inventory, Other Equipment and Supplies | $8,620 | $12,000 |
| Grand Opening Advertising | $21,800 | $32,500 |
| Miscellaneous Opening Costs | $30,000 | $33,000 |
| Insurance | $1,200 | $1,200 |
| Additional Funds – 3 Months | $80,070 | $100,000 |
Additional Fees (Item 6)
| Fee Type | Amount |
|---|---|
| Transfer Fee | The greater of (i) $3,000 or (ii) total direct costs incurred, including reasonable legal fees |
| Renewal Fee | $1,000 |
| Technology Fee | $100 to $150 per month |
| Audit Fee | Varies, determined by franchisor's discretion |
| Relocation Site Approval Fee | $1,500 |
| Management Fee | Up to five percent (5%) of the Fitness Club’s Gross Revenue, plus any out-of-pocket expenses incurred |
| Costs and Attorneys’ Fees – Franchise Agreement | Will vary under circumstances |
| Costs and Attorneys’ Fees – Area Development Agreement | Will vary under circumstances |
| Insurance Costs | Will vary under circumstances, but estimated to be $4,000 to $5,000 based on an annual premium |
| Indemnification – Franchise Agreement | Will vary under circumstances |
| Indemnification – Area Development Agreement | Will vary under circumstances |
| Interest on Delinquent Payments | The lesser of 1.5% per month on the past-due amount or the highest rate permitted by law |
Training Program (Item 11)
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Total Duration | None provided by franchisor |
| Classroom Training | None |
| On-the-Job Training | None |
| Training Location | N/A |
| Additional Training | It is the franchisee's responsibility to provide training to managers and employees in the operation of the Fitness Club and implement a training program for all employees. At least one general manager must complete a franchisor-approved training program. |
Territory Rights (Item 12)
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Territory Type | Protected Area |
| Exclusive Territory | No |
| Territory Size | Varies |
| Description | The franchisee will not receive an exclusive territory. However, if in compliance with the Franchise Agreement, the franchisor will not operate or authorize others to operate a Fitness 19® Fitness Center within a designated "Protected Area" during the term of the agreement. The Protected Area boundaries are agreed upon after site approval and reflected in an exhibit. The franchisor reserves all other rights, including operating other fitness centers under different trademarks, using other distribution channels (like the Internet), and acquiring competitive businesses, even within the Protected Area. |
Renewal, Termination & Transfer (Item 17)
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Initial Term | 10 years |
| Renewal Term | 3 additional periods of 5 years each |
| Renewal Fee | $1,000 |
| Renewal Conditions | Full compliance with Franchise Agreement and all other agreements at expiration and substantial compliance throughout the term; pay $1,000 renewal fee; meet current criteria for new franchisees; maintain possession of Site; timely notice; sign current form franchise agreement; grant general release of claims. |
| Transfer Fee | The greater of (i) $3,000 or (ii) the total direct costs incurred in connection with documenting and processing the transfer, including reasonable legal fees. |
| Transfer Conditions | Acceptable transferee; no default of Franchise Agreement or other agreement; timely payment and submission of reports; general release; payment of transfer fee; transferee completes training program; landlord consent; execution of current form franchise agreement or assumption of obligations. |
| Termination for Cause | Franchisee may terminate if franchisor materially breaches and fails to cure within 30-90 days. Franchisor may terminate for various causes including insolvency, material misrepresentation, failure to open, abandonment, felony conviction, failure to maintain insurance, violation of confidentiality/competition covenants, loss of site rights, violation of law, failure to pay amounts owed, understatement of Gross Revenue, repeated non-compliance, anti-terrorism law violations, health/safety issues, or failure to pass quality assurance audits. |
| Non-Compete Period | 2 years after expiration or termination |
| Non-Compete Details | During the term, a global prohibition against the franchisee, its owners, and their immediate family members from having interests in, providing services to, or diverting customers to a Competitive Business, or interfering with franchisor relationships. After termination or expiration, restrictions apply for two years to Competitive Businesses within a 10-mile radius of the former site or any other franchised Fitness Club site. |
Operations & Supply (Items 8 & 15)
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Owner-Operator Required | Yes |
| Participation Details | The Fitness Club must be supervised by a designated owner who is fully trained and devotes full-time efforts to the operation of the Fitness Club and, if applicable, to other Fitness 19® Fitness Clubs operated by the franchisee or its affiliates. |
| Required Suppliers | Franchisee must purchase exercise equipment from the exclusive supplier designated by the franchisor. Franchisor reserves the right to require use of designated real estate representatives and designated vendors for design, engineering, construction management, and purchasing services, as well as for products, furniture, fixtures, equipment, and services used in development and operation. |
| Supply Restrictions | Purchases and leases according to system standards represent approximately 70% to 100% of total purchases and leases in establishing and operating the Fitness Club. |
| Franchisor Revenue from Suppliers | Franchisor and affiliates may derive revenue from products and services they sell to franchisees and may receive rebates or other consideration from approved third-party suppliers, but did not derive such revenue in the prior fiscal year. |
Financing (Item 10)
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Financing Available | No |
| Description | We do not offer direct or indirect financing. We do not guarantee your note, lease, or obligation. |
Fitness 19 Franchise Earnings — Item 19
Fitness 19 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.
Fitness 19 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.
Fitness 19 Litigation & Risk Flags
1 Pending Action ListedReview the full FDD for details on pending litigation.
Litigation and bankruptcy data is sourced from Items 3 and 4 of the FDD. Always verify current status directly from the most recent FDD.
Fitness 19 System Growth
Total Units
89
Franchised
89
Company-Owned
0
Fitness 19 currently operates 89 franchised locations and 0 company-owned units. Unit count data is sourced from Item 20 of the FDD.
Unit History (Item 20)
| Year | Opened | Closed | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2019 | 6 | 7 | 109 |
| 2020 | 2 | 16 | 95 |
| 2021 | 0 | 6 | 89 |
Transfers: 0 | Closures: 6
State Registrations
Registered in 14 states: CA, IL, IN, MD, MI, MN, NY, ND, OR, RI, SD, VA, WA, WI
Franchisor Financials (Item 21)
Revenue
$32K
Net Income
$-28,379
Total Assets
$41K
Audited by HAGEN, KURTH, PERMAN & CO., P.S. for year ending December 31.
Fitness 19 Franchise — FAQ
The total investment to open a Fitness 19 franchise ranges from $724,190 to $1,941,100, per their Franchise Disclosure Document. This includes the initial franchise fee of $15,000. The investment covers build-out, inventory, equipment, signage, working capital, and other startup costs.
Fitness 19 charges a royalty fee of 5% of Gross Revenue of gross sales, plus a None contribution to the marketing/advertising fund. These fees are paid on an ongoing basis.
You can download the Fitness 19 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 Fitness 19 to ensure you have the most up-to-date version.
Fitness 19 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.
Fitness 19 has been franchising since 2021. The FDD shows an investment range of $724,190-$1,941,100, a 5% of Gross Revenue royalty, and no Item 19 earnings disclosure. There are 1 pending litigation action(s). Review the full FDD and contact current franchisees listed in Item 20 before making any investment decision.
The franchise fee is $15,000 and the total investment ranges from $724,190 to $1,941,100 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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