About Gym Skills Franchise
Gym Skills is a children's fitness and gymnastics franchise founded in Ohio in 2020, offering structured classes and programs that develop coordination, strength, flexibility, and confidence in young participants.
The brand provides a fun, engaging environment where children learn fundamental movement skills through age appropriate gymnastics instruction and fitness activities.
The franchise fee for a Gym Skills location ranges from $12,500 to $37,500.
Gym Skills Franchise Cost & Fees
Minimum Investment
$188K
Average Investment
$242K
Maximum Investment
$296K
| Fee Type | Amount | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Initial Franchise Fee | $12,500 to $37,500 | One-time payment upon signing |
| Royalty Fee | 7% of Gross Revenue of gross sales | Ongoing; paid monthly |
| Marketing/Ad Fund | $7,500 | National brand fund |
| Total Investment Range | $187,650 – $295,500 | Includes build-out, inventory, working capital |
The investment range of $188K–$296K reflects variability in build-out costs, store size, lease terms, and market. The combined royalty (7% of Gross Revenue) and marketing fee ($7,500) are ongoing costs paid as a percentage of gross sales.
Investment Breakdown (Item 7)
| Item | Low | High |
|---|---|---|
| Initial Franchise Fee(1)(2) | $37,500 | $37,500 |
| Travel and Living Expenses While Training(8) | $1,000 | $5,000 |
| Real Estate Rent Deposits and Pre-Paid Expenses(3) | $4,000 | $12,000 |
| Furniture, Fixtures, and Décor | $3,000 | $8,000 |
| Equipment(4) | $50,000 | $75,000 |
| Retail & Apparel | $2,000 | $4,000 |
| Printing | $1,000 | $3,000 |
| Business Licenses and Certifications (11) | $1,000 | $2,000 |
| Permits and Fees(11) | $1,000 | $3,000 |
| Grand Opening Advertising(9) | $2,000 | $7,500 |
| Technology Fees (Computer and POS System, iPads, Security systems, etc.)(6) | $2,000 | $4,500 |
| Insurance (3 months) (7) | $650 | $3,000 |
| Buildout of Gym and Tenant Improvements | $55,000 | $100,000 |
| Signage(5) | $1,500 | $4,000 |
| Accountant and Attorney Fees(10) | $1,000 | $3,000 |
| Additional Funds (3 Months) (12) | $25,000 | $25,000 |
| TOTAL ESTIMATED INITIAL INVESTMENT | $187,650 | $295,500 |
| Area Development Fee(13) | $37,500 | $75,000 |
| Initial Investment for Your Initial Business | $187,650 | $295,500 |
| TOTAL ESTIMATED INITIAL INVESTMENT UNDER THE AREA DEVELOPMENT PROGRAM(12) | $225,150 | $370,500 |
Additional Fees (Item 6)
| Fee Type | Amount |
|---|---|
| Transfer Fee | The greater of 30% of our then-current initial franchise fee or 7% of the sales |
| Renewal Fee | 25% of the then-current franchise fee |
| Technology Fee | $99 |
| Audit Fee | Due if you do not give us reports, supporting records or other required informat |
| Local Marketing Requirement | 1% of Gross Revenues |
| National Franchise Convention Fee | $500 |
| Owners’ Manual Replacement Fee | $250 |
| iClasspro with Square (CRM/POS) | $170 |
| Additional Training or Assistance | $250 |
| Interest | Lesser of 1.5% per month or highest commercial contract interest rate law allows |
| Insufficient Funds | $75 |
| Management Fee | $250 |
| Travel and Living Expenses While Training(8) | $1,000 |
| Real Estate Rent Deposits and Pre-Paid Expenses(3) | $4,000 |
| Furniture, Fixtures, and Décor | $3,000 |
| Equipment(4) | $50,000 |
| Retail & Apparel | $2,000 |
| Printing | $1,000 |
| Business Licenses and Certifications (11) | $1,000 |
Training Program (Item 11)
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Total Duration | 44 hours classroom, 12 hours on-the-job |
| Classroom Training | 44 hours |
| On-the-Job Training | 12 hours |
| Training Location | Gahanna, Ohio |
Territory Rights (Item 12)
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Territory Type | exclusive |
Renewal, Termination & Transfer (Item 17)
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Renewal Term | If you are in good standing, and have met the conditions set forth in row (c), below, you have the right to renew the Franchise Agreement for one (1) ten (10) year term (or the length of your then- cu |
| Termination for Cause | We can terminate only if you default. |
Financing (Item 10)
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Financing Available | No |
| Description | Does not offer financing. |
Gym Skills Franchise Earnings — Item 19
Gym Skills 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.
Gym Skills 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.
Gym Skills Litigation & Risk Flags
Clean Litigation RecordGym Skills 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.
Gym Skills System Growth
Total Units
0
Franchised
0
Company-Owned
0
Gym Skills currently operates 0 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2020 | 0 | ||
| 2020 | 2 | ||
| 2020 | 2 | ||
| 2021 | 0 | ||
| 2021 | 2 | ||
| 2021 | 2 | ||
| 2022 | 1 | ||
| 2022 | 2 | ||
| 2022 | 3 |
Gym Skills Franchise — FAQ
The total investment to open a Gym Skills franchise ranges from $187,650 to $295,500, per their Franchise Disclosure Document. This includes the initial franchise fee of $12,500 to $37,500. The investment covers build-out, inventory, equipment, signage, working capital, and other startup costs.
Gym Skills charges a royalty fee of 7% of Gross Revenue of gross sales, plus a $7,500 contribution to the marketing/advertising fund. These fees are paid on an ongoing basis.
You can download the Gym Skills 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 Gym Skills to ensure you have the most up-to-date version.
Gym Skills 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.
Gym Skills has been offering franchise opportunities. The FDD shows an investment range of $187,650-$295,500, a 7% of Gross Revenue 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 $12,500 to $37,500 and the total investment ranges from $187,650 to $295,500 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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