RETROFITNESS
Retrofitness franchises operate fitness centers offering discount fitness programs, including exercise and training services, cardio and strength equipment from brands like Matrix and Iron Grip, to members for a monthly fee. The business model provides high-value gym experiences at reduced prices, with reciprocal access across all Retrofitness outlets. They target budget-conscious individuals seeking affordable, quality fitness memberships.
Franchise Costs
5% royalty (min $1,000/mo) + 2% ad fund (min $400/mo) + $1,820/mo fixed fees ($720 technology + $550 bookkeeping + $550 call center)
Financial Performance
Item 19 Financial Performance
Data Based On: 74 franchised outlets open to the public for more than a year (March 1, 2024 to February 28, 2025)
* Average gross revenue is taken directly from 'Table A: Average Gross Sales', in the '100%' percentile row. Median gross revenue is taken directly from 'Notes to Table A' for the 100% of ABC Outlets. Revenue top quartile is taken from 'Table A: Average Gross Sales', in the 'Top 25%' percentile row, which provides the average for the top 25% of clubs. Revenue bottom quartile is taken directly from 'Notes to Table A', which states the average for the corresponding bottom 25% of ABC Outlets.
Extracted Item 19 Section
How RETROFITNESS Compares
Key Insights
- Higher investment than 100% of Fitness Studios franchises
- One of the lowest SBA loan default rates in Fitness Studios
| Franchise | Investment | Fee | Royalty | Locations |
|---|---|---|---|---|
RETROFITNESS Current | $2.0M – $3.2M | $29K | 5.0% | 81 |
| Planet Fitness | $1.5M – $5.2M | $20K | 7.0% | 2,298 |
| ANYTIME FITNESS | $459K – $908K | $43K | N/A | 2,290 |
| F45 Training | $349K – $786K | $60K | 7.0% | 751 |
| Pure Barre | $314K – $629K | $60K | 7.0% | 617 |
| HOTWORX | $259K – $878K | $20K | N/A | 578 |
Fitness Studios Average 55 franchises | $425K – $1.0M | $47K | 6.9% | – |
* Comparison based on latest FDD filings. Investment ranges from Item 7, fees from Item 5. Showing top 5 of 55 Fitness Studios 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
SBA Loan History
Historical SBA 7(a) loan data for RETROFITNESS franchisees (2015 – 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
145 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)
Primarily franchise agreement breach disputes, post-termination possession and obligations, and alleged violations of state franchise sales laws.
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 RETROFITNESS franchise ranges from $2,037,316 to $3,241,991. This includes a franchise fee of $29,000. Ongoing royalty fees are 5.0% of gross sales.
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