Best Fitness Franchises — Ranked by SBA Performance Data

Fitness franchises combine high member retention with studio-model recurring revenue. SBA default rates average 3.8% — well below the 7.2% franchise-wide average.

9.7%

Avg SBA Default Rate

$813K

Avg Total Investment

396

Brands in Database

Top Fitness Franchises

#	Brand	SBA Default Rate	Investment Range	Units
1	30 Minute Hit USA, LLC	28.6%	$145K – $343K	7
2	Altitude Trampoline Park	11.5%	$1.6M – $3.0M	-1
3	ASP - AMERICA’S SWIMMING POOL COMPANY	40.0%	$84K – $210K	375
4	barre3®	15.3%	$409K – $651K	126
5	Basecamp Fitness	0.0%	$513K – $833K	7
6	Big Air Trampoline Park	0.0%	$2.5M – $4.6M	-1
7	Big Blue Swim School	0.0%	$2.1M – $3.8M	8
8	BODY20	0.0%	$265K – $456K	31
9	BODYBAR	—	$390K – $759K	11
10	British Swim School	11.5%	$122K – $168K	25

What to Look for in Fitness Franchises

1.Evaluate member attrition rates and average revenue per member (ARPM). Top fitness franchises maintain 85%+ monthly retention.
2.Assess real estate requirements carefully — lease obligations are the #1 risk factor. Look for brands with flexible format options.
3.Compare pre-sale benchmarks. Strong fitness brands achieve 60%+ of breakeven membership before opening day.

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