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Anytime Fitness

Founded in 2002, Anytime Fitness is the largest 24/7 fitness franchise in the world, serving millions of members across more than 5,000 locations globally. Our mission is to improve lives through community, coaching, and convenient access to a healthier lifestyle. We offer members a welcoming, results-driven fitness experience with personalized coaching, premium equipment, and round-the-clock access—no matter where they are. Anytime Fitness continues to lead the fitness industry with an efficient, scalable business model built around simplicity. Our clubs operate with low staffing needs, fixed operating costs, and flexible site requirements that allow franchise owners to succeed in both major metro markets and underserved rural communities. The Smart Coaching model elevates the traditional gym experience by combining personalized training, data-driven coaching, and technology to help members reach their goals faster—while driving higher revenue per member and stronger profit margins for owners. With more than two decades of proven performance, Anytime Fitness has developed a turnkey support system that guides franchisees from site selection to grand opening to ongoing operations. Our comprehensive technology suite, national brand awareness, and dedicated real estate, marketing, and coaching teams provide franchise owners with a clear path to profitability and long-term growth. Anytime Fitness is a trusted global brand with the systems, scale, and support to help owners build lasting, community-focused fitness businesses.

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Brand highlights

  • CEOThomas Leverton
  • Headquarters111 Weir Dr, Woodbury, NM, 55125
  • Year founded2002
  • Year started franchising2003
  • IndustryFitness
  • Locations open2301 (-46 last three years)

Statistics & metrics

  • Investment range$539,329 - $905,482
  • Franchise fee$42,500
  • Royalty$842
  • Brand fund$900
  • Required Liquid Capital$225,000
  • Required Net Worth$380,000
  • Average Gross Revenue$561,291
  • Average EBITDA %28.67%

Brand superpowers

  • Community-Driven, Relationship-Based Culture
  • Approachable, Non-Intimidating Fitness Experience
  • Global Brand With a Local Neighborhood Feel
  • Proven Longevity With 20+ Years of Stability
  • Personalized Coaching Approach at Any Fitness Level
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Ideal candidate profile

  • Desire to scale / multi-unit ownership
  • Passion to Help People
  • No Industry Experience Required
  • Values Outstanding Customer Service
  • Business Acumen
  • Passion for health/wellness
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FDD Version Referenced - Issuance Date: 2025-03-31

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Location data

Total locations2301
Franchise locations2290
Corporate locations11
System growth over time

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CURRENT FRANCHISEE

Number of Locations: 1

Jun 28, 2026

Very well known brand name, lean operations, extremely scalable and passionate corporate office who is there to support us

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FORMER FRANCHISEE

Number of Locations: 4

Mar 5, 2026

This was the first time I owned a franchise, and I was very happy with the experience. It led me to buy several more franchise brands.

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