Starting Strength

Starting Strength Gyms provides strength-training focused gym services for people who want to get stronger, regardless of age or athletic background. We offer introductory sessions, workshops, group training, private coaching, online coaching, nutrition coaching, and key-card access memberships. Our gyms are built around barbell-based training methods and are designed with a uniform look and layout. We operate as retail fitness locations, typically in shopping centers, with space for multiple lifting platforms, coaching areas, and gym equipment.

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Brand highlights

  • CEOLucas “Luke” Schroeder
  • Headquarters2976 E State Street, Eagle, ID, 83616
  • Year founded2018
  • Year started franchising2018
  • IndustryFitness
  • Locations open22 (+18 last three years)

Statistics & metrics

  • Investment range$227,394 - $691,527
  • Franchise fee$39,950
  • Royalty8% of Gross Sales
  • Brand fundCurrently, 2% of Gross Sales
  • Required Liquid CapitalN/A
  • Required Net WorthN/A
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FDD Version Referenced - Issuance Date: 2024-06-17

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Total locations22
Franchise locations22
Corporate locations0
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