About Fitness Premier Franchise
Fitness Premier is a full service gym franchise that combines modern fitness equipment, group classes, and personal training in a welcoming, community focused environment.
The brand has been franchising since 2017, building a network of gyms that offer a premium fitness experience without the premium price tag.
The franchise fee is $39,999.
Fitness Premier Franchise Cost & Fees
Minimum Investment
$280K
Average Investment
$428K
Maximum Investment
$575K
| Fee Type | Amount | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Initial Franchise Fee | $39,999.00 | One-time payment upon signing |
| Royalty Fee | 6% of monthly Gross Sales of gross sales | Ongoing; paid monthly |
| Marketing/Ad Fund | 4% of Monthly Gross Sales | National brand fund |
| Total Investment Range | $279,849 – $575,499 | Includes build-out, inventory, working capital |
The investment range of $280K–$575K reflects variability in build-out costs, store size, lease terms, and market. The combined royalty (6% of monthly Gross Sales) and marketing fee (4% of Monthly Gross Sales) are ongoing costs paid as a percentage of gross sales.
Investment Breakdown (Item 7)
| Item | Low | High |
|---|---|---|
| Initial Franchise Fee (See Note 2) | $39,999 | $39,999 |
| Leasehold Improvements (See Note 3) | $50,000 | $225,000 |
| Lease (See Note 3) | $3,000 | $10,000 |
| Lease of Fitness & Hydro Equipment (See Note 4) | $150,000 | $225,000 |
| Marketing Materials and Supplies | $5,000 | $10,000 |
| Business cards, start-up media kits | $250 | $1,500 |
| Initial Promotional Advertising Expenses (See Note 5) | $10,000 | $15,000 |
| Initial Training- Travel, Lodging, Meal Expenses, etc. (See Note 6) | $2,000 | $5,000 |
| Insurance (See Note 7) | $1,000 | $3,000 |
| Computer System and POS System (See Note 8) | $2,500 | $10,000 |
| Licenses and Permits | $100 | $1,000 |
| Professional Fees, Startup Assistance | $1,000 | $5,000 |
| Additional Funds- 3 to 6 month estimate (See Note 9) | $15,000 | $25,000 |
Additional Fees (Item 6)
| Fee Type | Amount |
|---|---|
| Transfer Fee | $10,000 |
| Renewal Fee | 50% of the then-current Initial Franchise Fee. |
| Technology Fee | $1,101 per month |
| Audit Fee | Cost of audit charges |
| National Marketing Fund | 1% of Monthly Gross Sales; not currently assessed |
| Regional Advertising Fund | 3% of Monthly Gross Sales; not currently assessed |
| Additional Training | $75 to $250 per person/per day |
| Relocation Fee | $2,500 |
| Continued Assistance Fee | $3,150 per month for FP Club Model; $1,250 per month for Fit Wave Model |
| Business Consulting Services Fee | $75 per hour |
| Lost Manual Fee | $200 per Manual |
| Late Fee | $100 per day |
| Insufficient Fund Fees | $25 plus reimbursement of any costs |
| Interest | The lesser of the daily equivalent of 18% per annum of any overdue amount per year, or the highest rate then permitted by applicable law |
| Indemnification | Varies depending upon the circumstances |
| Costs and Attorneys’ Fees | Varies depending upon the circumstances |
Training Program (Item 11)
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Total Duration | At least five (5) days of initial training, plus weekly management training for the first six (6) months. |
| Classroom Training | 22 |
| On-the-Job Training | 18 |
| Training Location | Franchisor’s principal place of business or another designated location (Manhattan, IL) |
| Additional Training | Ongoing online training and/or mandatory additional in-person training, including for new managers, with fees ranging from $75.00 to $250.00 per person, per day. |
Territory Rights (Item 12)
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Territory Type | Protected |
| Exclusive Territory | Yes |
| Territory Size | two and a half (2.5) mile radius |
| Description | A two and a half (2.5) mile radius surrounding your Approved Business Location. Continuation of rights is dependent on achieving minimum annual Gross Sales of $250,000.00 after the first fiscal year. |
Renewal, Termination & Transfer (Item 17)
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Initial Term | 10 years |
| Renewal Term | additional 10-year period |
| Renewal Fee | 50% of the then-current Initial Franchise Fee. |
| Renewal Conditions | Provide 12 months' written notice, not in default, paid all monetary obligations, completed all required additional training, sign then-current standard Franchise Agreement, and pay renewal fee. |
| Transfer Fee | $10,000.00 |
| Transfer Conditions | Franchisee must first notify Franchisor of proposed transfer, transferee must meet current standards, transferee executes then-current Franchise Agreement, transferee completes Initial Training Program, Franchisee pays all amounts due and cures all breaches, Franchisee complied with all material obligations, Franchisee signs a general release, and Franchisee or transferee pays the transfer fee. |
| Termination for Cause | Failure to select/open site within specified times, materially false statements, abandonment of business, selling unauthorized products/services, unauthorized use of Marks, disclosure of Confidential Information, violation of in-term non-compete, violation of transfer provisions, failure to comply with laws, failure to meet Minimum Performance Standard, more than 3 valid default notices in 12 months, conviction of felony/moral turpitude, engaging in unfavorable conduct, or bankruptcy related events. |
| Non-Compete Period | 3 years |
| Non-Compete Details | During the term of the franchise and for 3 years post-termination/expiration, franchisee, owners, officers, directors, and guarantors may not directly or indirectly engage in any competitive business (fitness, personal training, nutrition, or similar services) at the Approved Business Location or within the Franchisee's Territory. |
Operations & Supply (Items 8 & 15)
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Owner-Operator Required | Yes |
| Participation Details | You are required to faithfully, honestly, and diligently perform your contractual obligations, fully exploit your Franchise Agreement rights, and devote your time and best efforts to the operation, promotion and enhancement of your Franchised Business at all times during the term of the Franchise Agreement. The Franchised Business shall only be operated by you and/or your Manager who have completed the Initial Training Program to our satisfaction. |
| Required Suppliers | Premier Total Solutions (back-end office support), Nitty Gritty (marketing materials and apparel), SWETI (marketing services), True Fitness and Life Fitness (equipment), RetterTEK (computer systems and IT services), ABC Financial (CRM system). |
| Supply Restrictions | You must purchase all products necessary for the operation of the Franchised Business from distributors and suppliers designated and approved by us. Franchisor reserves the right to deny or revoke approval of any supplier at any time and for any reason. Franchisees may request approval for new suppliers, subject to franchisor's evaluation and approval. |
| Franchisor Revenue from Suppliers | $46,426.52 |
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 obligations. |
Fitness Premier Franchise Earnings — Item 19
Average Revenue
$491K
Median Revenue
$461K
Revenue Range
$190K – $887K
Sample Size
7 units
Past financial performance does not guarantee future results. Individual results will vary.
Fitness Premier Litigation & Risk Flags
Clean Litigation RecordFitness Premier 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.
Fitness Premier System Growth
Total Units
14
Franchised
12
Company-Owned
2
Fitness Premier currently operates 12 franchised locations and 2 company-owned units. Unit count data is sourced from Item 20 of the FDD.
Unit History (Item 20)
| Year | Opened | Closed | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2018 | 3 | 0 | 7 |
| 2019 | 3 | 2 | 8 |
| 2020 | 1 | 0 | 9 |
| 2021 | 4 | 1 | 12 |
Transfers: 1 | Closures: 1
State Registrations
Registered in 14 states: CA, HI, IL, IN, MD, MI, MN, NY, ND, RI, SD, VA, WA, WI
Franchisor Financials (Item 21)
Revenue
$612K
Net Income
$301K
Total Assets
$151K
Audited by Hearne & Associates, P.C. for year ending December 31.
Fitness Premier Franchise — FAQ
The total investment to open a Fitness Premier franchise ranges from $279,849 to $575,499, per their Franchise Disclosure Document. This includes the initial franchise fee of $39,999.00. The investment covers build-out, inventory, equipment, signage, working capital, and other startup costs.
Fitness Premier charges a royalty fee of 6% of monthly Gross Sales of gross sales, plus a 4% of Monthly Gross Sales contribution to the marketing/advertising fund. These fees are paid on an ongoing basis.
You can download the Fitness Premier 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 Premier to ensure you have the most up-to-date version.
According to the Item 19 financial performance representation in their FDD, Fitness Premier franchise owners report average revenue of $491K and median revenue of $461K. This is based on a sample of 7 units. Past performance does not guarantee future results.
Fitness Premier has been franchising since 2017. The FDD shows an investment range of $279,849-$575,499, a 6% of monthly Gross Sales royalty, and includes an 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 $39,999.00 and the total investment ranges from $279,849 to $575,499 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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