ATHLETIC REPUBLIC
Athletic Republic franchises operate training centers that deliver evidence-based performance sports training programs to athletes of all ages and adults, aimed at maximizing athletic potential and developing skills such as speed, power, strength, quickness, agility, stability, stamina, and overall fitness. The business model involves franchising standalone or co-located Training Centers that offer specialized programs like Multi-Sport Acceleration, Hockey Acceleration, Endurance, Recovery, and Personal Training using proprietary assessments, technology, and equipment. The target market includes competitive athletes, teams, clubs, and fitness enthusiasts seeking measurable improvements in athletic performance.
Franchise Costs
6% royalty (min $350/wk) + $100/wk marketing fund + $600/mo BOS fee
Financial Performance
Item 19 Financial Performance
Data Based On: 22 of the 41 open U.S. Franchise Training Centers open at the start of the 2024 calendar year under the same ownership and having granted access to their Mindbody and/or AR Baseline software for online scheduling and point-of-sale transactions.
Extracted Item 19 Section
How ATHLETIC REPUBLIC Compares
Key Insights
- Higher than average SBA loan default rate in Specialized Fitness
| Franchise | Investment | Fee | Royalty | Locations |
|---|---|---|---|---|
ATHLETIC REPUBLIC Current | $300K – $674K | $55K | 6.0% | 41 |
| JAZZERCISE | $2K – $3K | $1K | 20.0% | 5,251 |
| F45 Training | $294K – $719K | $60K | 7.0% | 789 |
| Stretch Lab | $269K – $610K | $65K | 8.0% | 485 |
| Stretch Zone | $139K – $320K | $60K | 7.0% | 377 |
| BRITISH SWIM SCHOOL | $122K – $168K | $60K | 10.0% | 258 |
Specialized Fitness Average 35 franchises | $316K – $642K | $51K | 7.5% | – |
* Comparison based on latest FDD filings. Investment ranges from Item 7, fees from Item 5. Showing top 5 of 35 Specialized Fitness franchises by location count.
Locations & Growth
Outlet Growth Over Time
Total outlets at end of each year
Geographic Distribution (2024)
Outlets by state across the United States
+9 more states
SBA Loan History
Historical SBA 7(a) loan data for ATHLETIC REPUBLIC franchisees (2011 – 2025)
Loans by Year
SBA 7(a) loan activity over time
* Data sourced from SBA 7(a) FOIA loan records. Default rate calculated from charged-off loans.
Franchisee Contacts
39 franchisee contacts on file from official FDD filings.
| Name | SBA Loan |
|---|---|
John Smith ABC Franchise LLC | $350,000 2023 · Active |
John Smith ABC Franchise LLC | $350,000 2023 · Active |
John Smith ABC Franchise LLC | $350,000 2023 · Active |
John Smith ABC Franchise LLC | $350,000 2023 · Active |
John Smith ABC Franchise LLC | $350,000 2023 · Active |
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Due Diligence
Litigation (Item 3)
Bankruptcy (Item 4)
System Health (Item 20)
Franchise system changes reported in the most recent fiscal year
Frequently Asked Questions
The total initial investment to open a ATHLETIC REPUBLIC franchise ranges from $299,900 to $673,500. This includes a franchise fee of $55,000. Ongoing royalty fees are 6.0% of gross sales.
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