Top 100 Franchises
2014
Anytime Fitness, the #1 co-ed fitness chain club in the world, is a great investment for any franchisee. Their motto is providing their customers with convenience and affordability without sacrificing any quality. Anytime Fitness has been franchising since 2002 and has continued growing and expanding their brand undeterred by the recession. Hailed by franchising accolades, Anytime Fitness is a low-investment, high return franchise for all.
| Year | Franchised | Change | Company-Owned | Change | Total | Change |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2012 | 1,684 | 9.49% | 23 | 64.29% | 1,707 | 9.99% |
| 2011 | 1,538 | 11.61% | 14 | 27.27% | 1,552 | 11.74% |
| 2010 | 1,378 | -- | 11 | -- | 1,389 | -- |
Investment Required
The initial fee for an Anytime Fitness franchise is $29,999 for a standard center and $23,999 for an express center. Anytime Fitness provides the following range of investments required to open your initial franchise. The range assumes that all items are paid for in cash. To the extent that you choose to finance any of these expense items, your front-end investment could be substantially reduced. Please note that the figures below represent expenses for a standard fitness center.
| Item | Established Low Range | Established High Range |
|---|---|---|
| Initial Franchise Fee | $17,999 | $29,999 |
| Expenses While Training | $1,000 | $2,300 |
| Real Estate and Improvements | $12,000 | $221,000 |
| Fitness Equipment | $15,100 | $23,300 |
| Tanning Equipment | $0 | $1,700 |
| Security System | $2,300 | $12,500 |
| First Aid Equipment | $1,000 | $1,600 |
| Interior Signs | $800 | $1,000 |
| Outside Signs | $3,500 | $8,500 |
| Misc. Opening Costs | $1,900 | $2,500 |
| Grand Opening Advertising | $4,000 | $6,000 |
| Insurance | $2,500 | $4,100 |
| Supplies and Furniture | $1,000 | $6,500 |
| Legal and Accounting Expenses | $500 | $4,500 |
| Additional Funds (3 months) | $15,000 | $20,000 |
| Total | $78,599 | $345,499 |
Ongoing Expenses
Anytime Fitness has a monthly royalty fee of $499. There is also a general advertising fee of no more than the greater of $300 per month or 2% of your monthly revenues as well as a voluntary monthly charitable contribution of $100.
What You Get: Training and Support
Anytime Fitness provides a training program during which they will instruct franchisees on Anytime Health, Corporate Sales, General Marketing, Personal Training, Software Security, and more. There is roughly 34 hours of classroom training at the Anytime Fitness offices in Minnesota. Franchisees will also receive ongoing support by phone and electronically as needed.
Territory
Anytime Fitness grants protected territories.
Note: The tables and information regarding the number of operating units, investment required, ongoing expenses, training and territory grants were taken from the company's 2013 FDD.
2013
Anytime Fitness, the #1 co-ed fitness chain club in the world, is a great investment for any franchisee. Their motto is providing their customers with convenience and affordability without sacrificing any quality. Anytime Fitness has been franchising since 2002 and has continued growing and expanding their brand undeterred by the recession. Hailed by franchising accolades, Anytime Fitness is a low-investment, high return franchise for all.
| Year | Franchised | Change | Company-Owned | Change | Total | Change |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2011 | 1,538 | 11.61% | 14 | 27.27% | 1,552 | 11.74% |
| 2010 | 1,378 | 16.29% | 11 | -8.33% | 1,389 | 16.04% |
| 2009 | 1,185 | -- | 12 | -- | 1,197 | -- |
Investment Required
The initial fee for an Anytime Fitness franchise is $26,999 for a standard center and $20,999 for an express center. Anytime Fitness provides the following range of investments required for your initial franchise. The range assumes that all items are paid for in cash. To the extent that you choose to finance any of these expense items, your front-end investment could be substantially reduced. Please note that the figures below represent expenses for a standard fitness center.
| Item | Low Range | High Range |
|---|---|---|
| Initial Franchise Fee | $14,999 | $26,999 |
| Expenses While Training | $1,000 | $2,300 |
| Real Estate and Improvements | $12,400 | $191,300 |
| Fitness Equipment | $10,900 | $44,700 |
| Tanning Equipment | $0 | $1,700 |
| Security System | $2,300 | $12,500 |
| First Aid Equipment | $1,000 | $1,600 |
| Interior Signs | $800 | $1,000 |
| Outside Signs | $3,500 | $8,500 |
| Misc. Opening Costs | $1,700 | $2,200 |
| Grand Opening Advertising | $4,000 | $6,000 |
| Insurance | $2,500 | $4,100 |
| Supplies and Furniture | $1,000 | $6,500 |
| Legal and Accounting Expenses | $500 | $4,500 |
| Additional Funds (3 months) | $15,000 | $40,000 |
| Total | $71,599 | $353,900 |
Ongoing Expenses
Anytime Fitness has a monthly royalty fee of $499. There is also a general advertising fee of no more than the greater of $150 per month or 1% of your monthly revenues. There is also a monthly charitable contribution of $100 which is voluntary.
What You Get: Training and Support
During Anytime Fitness's training program, they will instruct franchisees on Anytime Health, Corporate Sales, General Marketing, Personal Training, Software Security, and more. There is roughly 32 hours of classroom training in the Anytime Fitness offices in Minnesota. Franchisees will also receive ongoing support by phone and electronically as needed.
Territory
Anytime Fitness grants protected territories.
Note: The tables and information regarding the number of operating units, investment required, ongoing expenses, training and territory grants were taken from the company's 2012 FDD.
2012
As the world's largest and fastest growing, 24-hour, co-ed fitness franchise, Anytime Fitness continues to break records and receive industry accolades. With nearly a million people joining health clubs each year, pushing membership to 41.3 million people nationwide, franchisees have the opportunity to tap into Anytime Fitness's solid customer base that continues to grow.
With 30 years of business experience, founders of Anytime Fitness recognized the growing demand for 24-hour, co-ed fitness facilities. Anytime Fitness addresses a market that is rapidly growing as customers seek convenience and security in their fitness facility. With proprietary access software, security, and surveillance technology, Anytime Fitness creates safe and convenient health and fitness solutions with greatly reduced staffing needs.
| Year | Franchised | Change | Company-Owned | Change | Total | Change |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2010 | 1,378 | 16.29% | 11 | -8.33% | 1,389 | 16.04% |
| 2009 | 1,185 | 25.8% | 12 | 71.43% | 1,197 | 26.13% |
| 2008 | 942 | -- | 7 | -- | 949 | -- |
Investment Required
The fee for an Anytime Fitness franchise is $24,999, and the fee for an Anytime Fitness Express franchise is $18,999, with a reduction for conversions, veterans and current franchisees. Anytime Fitness provides the following range of investments required to open your initial franchise. The range assumes that all items are paid for in cash.To the extent that you choose to finance any of these expense items, your front-end investment could be substantially reduced.
| Item | Anytime Fitness | Anytime Fitness Express | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Established Low Range | Established High Range | Established Low Range | Established High Range | |
| Initial Franchise Fee | $12,999 | $24,999 | $11,999 | $18,999 |
| Expenses While Training | $1,000 | $2,300 | $1,000 | $2,300 |
| Real Estate and Improvements | $12,500 | $165,600 | $4,600 | $80,700 |
| Fitness Equipment | $10,900 | $41,500 | $7,500 | $25,500 |
| Tanning Equipment | $0 | $1,700 | $0 | $900 |
| Security System | $2,300 | $12,500 | $2,000 | $10,000 |
| First Aid Equipment | $1,000 | $1,600 | $1,000 | $1,600 |
| Signage | $4,300 | $9,500 | $4,300 | $9,500 |
| Opening Costs | $3,700 | $8,200 | $3,200 | $7,500 |
| Insurance | $1,800 | $3,000 | $1,200 | $3,000 |
| Supplies and Furniture | $1,000 | $6,500 | $1,000 | $6,500 |
| Legal and Accounting Expenses | $500 | $4,500 | $500 | $4,500 |
| Additional Funds (3 Months) | $8,000 | $40,000 | $8,000 | $40,000 |
| Total Initial Investment | $59,999 | $321,899 | $46,299 | $210,999 |
Ongoing Expenses
Anytime Fitness franchisees pay royalty fees of $449 per month; a general advertising fee equal to the greater of $150 per month or 1% of monthly revenues; and, in 40 states, a local marketing fund contribution equal to the greater of $150 per month or 1% of monthly revenues. Additional fees payable by the franchisee include monthly website and software fees.
What You Get: Training and Support
Anytime Fitness provides its franchisees with support from startup financing to marketing. Franchisees receive one week of comprehensive classroom training at the Anytime Fitness headquarters in Hasting, MN. During training, franchisees receive thorough instruction in the Anytime Franchise concept and on topics ranging from member retention to sales and marketing. After initial training, Anytime Fitness franchisees have access to numerous lines of ongoing training and support including regional workshops, advanced managerial sessions and an online operations manual tailored to specific phases of the franchise's business. Franchisees have the option of using Anytime Fitness's professionally developed marketing materials and business supplies, designed to heighten national branding and marketing efforts.
Territory
Anytime Fitness grants protected territories.
Note: The tables and information regarding the number of operating units, investment required, ongoing expenses, training and territory grants were taken from the company's 2011 FDD.
