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

GOLD'S GYM does disclose financial performance data (Item 19) in their 2026 FDD, including average and median gross revenue figures. Get full access to see the exact revenue numbers and detailed financial breakdown.

How many GOLD'S GYM franchise locations are there?

As of the 2026 FDD, GOLD'S GYM has 132 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. We have historical SBA 7(a) loan data on file including approval counts, average loan amounts, and default rates. Get full access to see the complete SBA loan history.

Is GOLD'S GYM a good franchise to buy?

GOLD'S GYM shows several positive indicators: established brand with 132+ 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.

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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.

FDD Year:

132locations

$2356K–$5162K

Since 1999

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

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Franchise Costs

Franchise Fee

$40,000

Initial Investment

$2,356,000 – $5,162,000

Royalty Rate

5.00%

Brand Fund

2.00%

Fixed Monthly Fees

$300 – $750

5% royalty + 2% marketing contribution + $300-$750/mo software fees

Financial Performance

Item 19 Financial Performance

Average Gross Revenue

$1,796,944

Median Gross Revenue

$1,773,167

Top Quartile Revenue

$2,988,000

Bottom Quartile Revenue

$866,000

Data Based On: 126 franchised facilities and 48 affiliate-owned facilities that comprised the data set for the 2025 Measurement Period, ranked by quartile based on 2025 Gross Revenue.

* Calculated weighted average gross revenue and median gross revenue for franchised units based on the 2025 Measurement Period quartile data. Weighted average gross revenue = (27 units * $2,988,000 + 31 units * $2,045,000 + 32 units * $1,599,000 + 36 units * $866,000) / 126 total units. Weighted median gross revenue = (27 units * $2,858,000 + 31 units * $2,063,000 + 32 units * $1,601,000 + 36 units * $863,000) / 126 total units. All figures were originally reported in thousands of dollars.

Extracted Item 19 Section

Avg. Revenue: $1,796,944

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How GOLD'S GYM Compares

Key Insights

Higher investment than 100% of Health & Wellness Centers franchises
#3 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	$2.4M – $5.2M	$40K	5.0%	132
Club Pilates	$413K – $1.0M	$65K	8.0%	1,179
OSTEOSTRONG	$276K – $616K	$35K	7.0%	165
HEALTHSOURCE CHIROPRACTIC	$310K – $535K	$60K	7.0%	130
HEALTHSOURCE CHIROPRACTIC	$83K – $635K	$60K	7.0%	129
Perspire Sauna Studio	$523K – $1.1M	$50K	7.0%	92
Health & Wellness Centers Average 18 franchises	$620K – $1.3M	$63K	7.0%	–

* Comparison based on latest FDD filings. Investment ranges from Item 7, fees from Item 5. Showing top 5 of 18 Health & Wellness Centers franchises by location count.

Locations & Growth

Outlet Growth Over Time

Total outlets at end of each year

Geographic Distribution (2025)

Outlets by state across the United States

Top States

1VA

2TN

3NC

4MD

5CA

6NY

7TX

8FL

9WA

10DC

11CO

12SC

13NJ

14ID

15GA

+6 more states

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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.

50 SBA loans on record

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Franchisee Contacts

137 franchisee contacts on file from official FDD filings.

137 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 a voluntary petition for relief under Chapter 11 of the United States Bankruptcy Code on May 4, 2020. The transaction was approved on July 30, 2020.