How much revenue does a GOLD'S GYM franchise make?

According to the 2025 FDD, the average gross revenue for a GOLD'S GYM franchise is $1,963,000. The median revenue is $1,743,000.

How many GOLD'S GYM franchise locations are there?

As of the 2025 FDD, GOLD'S GYM has 159 franchise locations. The company has been franchising since 1999.

Can you get an SBA loan for a GOLD'S GYM franchise?

Yes, SBA loans are available for GOLD'S GYM franchises. Historical data shows 50 SBA 7(a) loans have been approved for GOLD'S GYM franchisees, with an average loan amount of $1,252,124. The historical default rate is 2.0%.

Is GOLD'S GYM a good franchise to buy?

GOLD'S GYM shows several positive indicators: established brand with 159+ locations, transparent financial performance data (Item 19), low SBA loan default rate. However, franchise success depends on many factors including location, local market conditions, and owner involvement. We recommend speaking with existing franchisees and consulting with a franchise attorney before making a decision.

GOLD'S GYM

Gold's Gym franchises allow operators to run branded health clubs offering a full array of fitness amenities, including cardio and resistance training equipment, group fitness classes, personal training, locker rooms, and a pro shop selling clothing, supplements, nutritional products, and other items. Optional services like kids’ clubs, smoothie bars, and specialized studio programs (e.g., Gold’s Fit and Gold’s Burn) may also be available. The business model centers on franchising these standardized facilities to target health-conscious consumers and fitness enthusiasts seeking comprehensive gym experiences.

159

Locations

$1794K–$4537K

Investment

Since 1999

Franchising

ServicesDallas, TXRSG Group USA Inc.www.goldsgym.comDisclaimer

Franchise Costs

Franchise Fee

$40,000

Item 5 of FDD

Initial Investment Range

$1,793,500 – $4,537,000

Low: $1,793,500High: $4,537,000

Item 7 of FDD

Royalty Rate

5.00%

of gross sales

Brand Fund

2.00%

Item 6 of FDD

5% royalty + 2% marketing contribution

Financial Performance

Item 19 Financial Performance

Average Gross Revenue

Median Gross Revenue

Top Quartile Revenue

Bottom Quartile Revenue

Data Based On: Data for 150 franchised facilities and 51 affiliate-owned facilities (total 201 facilities) included in the 2024 Measurement Period data set. This data set excludes facilities open for fewer than 12 months, those not delivering full revenue statements, or those temporarily closed, ensuring only 'mature' and fully reported facilities are included.

* All gross revenue figures are directly extracted from the '2024 Measurement Period' tables for 'Franchised Facilities'. Profit and EBITDA related metrics for franchised units cannot be extracted because the document explicitly states in Part II that expense data and associated profit/EBITDA figures are only provided for affiliate-owned facilities, not for franchised facilities.

Extracted Item 19 Section

How GOLD'S GYM Compares

Key Insights

Higher investment than 100% of Health & Wellness Centers franchises
#2 largest franchise system in Health & Wellness Centers
Lower than average SBA loan default rate in Health & Wellness Centers

Franchise	Investment	Fee	Royalty	Locations
GOLD'S GYM Current	$1.8M – $4.5M	$40K	5.0%	159
Club Pilates	$385K – $839K	$65K	8.0%	1,029
OSTEOSTRONG	$276K – $616K	$35K	7.0%	153
HEALTHSOURCE CHIROPRACTIC	$421K – $618K	$60K	7.0%	132
HEALTHSOURCE CHIROPRACTIC	$310K – $535K	$60K	7.0%	130
Perspire Sauna Studio	$566K – $990K	$50K	7.0%	66
Health & Wellness Centers Average 14 franchises	$640K – $1.3M	$63K	7.0%	–

* Comparison based on latest FDD filings. Investment ranges from Item 7, fees from Item 5. Showing top 5 of 14 Health & Wellness Centers 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

Top States

1CA

2VA

3TN

4NC

5MD

6TX

7NY

8WA

9FL

10CO

11NJ

12DC

13SC

14ID

15GA

+8 more states

SBA Loan History

Historical SBA 7(a) loan data for GOLD'S GYM franchisees (2010 – 2025)

Total Loans

Average Loan

$1,252,124

Total Volume

$62.6M

Default Rate

2.0%

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

192 franchisee contacts on file from official FDD filings.

Name	Address	Phone	Email	SBA Loan
John Smith ABC Franchise LLC	123 Main St Anytown, CA 90210	(555) 123-4567	john@example.com	$350,000 2023 · Active
John Smith ABC Franchise LLC	123 Main St Anytown, CA 90210	(555) 123-4567	john@example.com	$350,000 2023 · Active
John Smith ABC Franchise LLC	123 Main St Anytown, CA 90210	(555) 123-4567	john@example.com	$350,000 2023 · Active
John Smith ABC Franchise LLC	123 Main St Anytown, CA 90210	(555) 123-4567	john@example.com	$350,000 2023 · Active
John Smith ABC Franchise LLC	123 Main St Anytown, CA 90210	(555) 123-4567	john@example.com	$350,000 2023 · Active

192 Contacts Available

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Due Diligence

Litigation (Item 3)

Franchisee Cases0

No litigation involving franchisees reported

Bankruptcy (Item 4)

Bankruptcy HistoryYes

Predecessor and certain of Predecessor’s parents and affiliates filed Chapter 11 on May 4, 2020.

System Health (Item 20)

Franchise system changes reported in the most recent fiscal year

Terminations

Non-Renewals

Reacquired

Ceased Ops

Transfers

Sold to Franchisees

Projected New

Frequently Asked Questions

The total initial investment to open a GOLD'S GYM franchise ranges from $1,793,500 to $4,537,000. This includes a franchise fee of $40,000. Ongoing royalty fees are 5.0% of gross sales.