How much does it cost to open a Workout Anytime franchise?

The total initial investment for a Workout Anytime franchise ranges from $1,060,850 to $1,840,550. This includes the franchise fee of $45,000, buildout costs, equipment, and initial working capital.

What are the ongoing fees for a Workout Anytime franchise?

Workout Anytime franchisees pay a 6.0% royalty fee and a 2.0% advertising/marketing fund contribution. These are typically calculated as a percentage of gross revenue.

How much money can you make with a Workout Anytime franchise?

Based on Item 19 financial performance data, the median Workout Anytime franchise generates $460,256 in annual revenue. Estimated owner profit is approximately $78,244.

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Workout Anytime Franchise Cost Breakdown

Complete investment analysis based on official FDD data

Total Investment

$1,060,850 – $1,840,550

Franchise Fee

$45,000

Royalty Rate

6.0%

Initial Investment Range

Low: $1,060,850 High: $1,840,550

The total initial investment to open a Workout Anytime franchise ranges from $1,060,850 to $1,840,550, as disclosed in their Franchise Disclosure Document. This includes the one-time franchise fee of $45,000.

Midpoint estimate: $1,450,700

Franchise Fee

$45,000

One-time initial fee

The Workout Anytime franchise fee is a one-time upfront payment made to the franchisor when you sign the franchise agreement. This fee grants you the right to operate under the Workout Anytime brand and is included in the total initial investment range above.

Ongoing Fees

Royalty Fee

6.0%

of gross revenue

Ad/Marketing Fund

2.0%

of gross revenue

Total Ongoing Fee Burden: 8.0% of gross revenue

Combined royalty and advertising fund contributions before any other fees.

Other Ongoing Fees

Fee Type	Rate	Type	Notes
Monthly Royalty Fee	6.0	PCT	Begins when franchisee commences membership pre-sales. Due on or before the 10th day of each month. Gross Revenues includes all revenue from business conducted at or in connection with Club including membership fees, personal training, tanning, massages, vending machines, and all other services/products.
Brand Development Fee	2.0	PCT	Begins when franchisee commences membership pre-sales. Due on or before the 10th day of each month. Used for network advertising, marketing in franchisee's market area, and general marketing/public relations. Includes revenues collected by franchisee and third-party vendors for franchisee's benefit.
Training Cancellation Fee	200.0	FIXED	Charged per scheduled attendee if franchisee cancels classroom training in Alpharetta, GA or onsite training/health club opening. Reimburses franchisor for expenses incurred in changing travel plans. Franchisee also responsible for costs to rebook travel and hotel.
Local Advertising	5.0	VARIABLE	During first 12 months after opening: minimum $4,000 per month. After that: greater of $2,000 per month or 5% of Gross Revenues. Can increase by up to 200% if Minimum Monthly Gross Revenue Requirement not met. Franchisor can require direct payment and will spend in franchisee's territory. Must use approved supplier for local advertising.
Cooperative Advertising	N/A	VARIABLE	Minimum amount equals franchisee's local advertising requirement. Each franchisee owning one club has one vote and franchisor has one vote. Currently no corporate-owned stores so maximum determined solely by franchisee vote in Coop area.
Computer Upgrades and Maintenance	N/A	VARIABLE	Franchisee required to keep Computer System up to date and maintained.
Preventative Equipment Maintenance (PEM)	N/A	VARIABLE	Required by franchisor at least twice per year. PEM must be Matrix certified. Pricing varies by geographic location. Repair costs typically billed separately. Range stated is per quarter/twice per year.
Computer Corruption Fee	N/A	VARIABLE	Payable if virus on franchisee's computer infiltrates corporate computer support services and causes blackout or service deterioration, and franchisee lacks acceptable virus protection software. Includes reimbursement of outside vendor charges and verifiable internal expenses. Not previously imposed.
Renewal Fee	N/A	VARIABLE	50-75% of then-current Initial Franchise Fee. Payable before renewal when and if franchisee renews Franchise Agreement. Other conditions apply to renewal.
Assignment/Transfer Fee	N/A	VARIABLE	50-75% of then-current Initial Franchise Fee. Franchisee or buyer must pay when franchise is sold. No fee if transfer is to entity owned solely by franchisee. Due upon execution of Franchise Agreement.
Non-Approved Vendor Evaluation Fee	1500.0	FIXED	Compensates franchisor's costs in evaluating proposed non-approved vendor. Due upon franchisor invoice prior to evaluation.
Relocation Fee	N/A	VARIABLE	50% of then-current Initial Franchise Fee. Payable if franchisee relocates franchise after franchisor approval. Due upon franchisor invoice prior to relocation.
Lease Review Fee	1500.0	FIXED	Payable if franchisee does not use franchisor's approved vendor for lease review. Due upon franchisor invoice.
Late Fee	100.0	FIXED	Applies to each monthly Royalty Fee that is more than 10 days late. Due upon demand.
Alignment Deficiency Fee	N/A	VARIABLE	Up to $1,500 per month. Assessed if franchisee fails to cure defaults. If deficiency is due to cleanliness, franchisor can also charge cost of required remedial cleaning and service fee. Due upon demand.
Management Fee	1000.0	FIXED	Payable if franchisor steps in to manage franchisee's club due to default. Due upon demand.
Interest	18.0	PCT	Lesser of 18% per annum and highest rate allowable by law on any unpaid balance. Payable on all overdue amounts. Due upon demand.
Annual Convention Fee	895.0	FIXED	Currently $795-895 per attendee. Payable regardless of attendance. Due upon registration or, if franchisee fails to attend, 1 week following Annual Convention. May be increased by up to 5% per annum at franchisor's sole discretion.
Indemnification	N/A	VARIABLE	Franchisee must indemnify franchisor, affiliates, and their members, owners, shareholders, directors, officers, managers, employees, and agents from claims arising from franchisee's failure to pay taxes, operation of Club, or actions/inactions/negligence/willful conduct. Due upon demand.
Audit Fee	N/A	VARIABLE	Cost of audit plus interest and late fees on unreported/underreported Gross Revenues per annum, if Gross Revenues underreported by greater than 2%. Includes travel, lodging, meals, wages of franchisor representatives and professionals' charges. If underreporting less than 2%, franchisee still must pay all Monthly Royalty Fees and Brand Development Fee associated with underreported Gross Revenues plus interest and late fees. Due upon receipt of bill.
Additional Required Training	500.0	FIXED	Currently $500 per day per trainer for up to 5 days plus travel, room and board. Required if franchisee fails to meet Minimum Pre-Sale Membership and/or Minimum Monthly Gross Revenue Requirements. Due upon franchisor invoice.
Software Bundle Fee-Data Trak Membership & Operations, MyiCLUB Online, GymSales, ABC+app, door access, antivirus	N/A	VARIABLE	$325 to $525 per month. Paid to ABC Fitness Solutions, LLC (ABCFS), franchisor's current payment processing vendor. As billed by vendor.
Door Control Fee	599.0	FIXED	Paid to ABCFS, franchisor's current payment processing vendor. As billed by vendor.
Inspection Fee	N/A	VARIABLE	$150 to $250 per quarter. Franchisor or assigned site inspector can appear unannounced to inspect general operation and maintenance including cleanliness, equipment condition, record-keeping, personnel appearance/professionalism. Due upon demand.
Promotions	N/A	VARIABLE	Franchisee pays expenses incurred. Franchisor provides up to four promotions per year that franchisee must participate in. Franchisor does not charge franchisee for promotions but franchisee may incur other costs/expenses. Due upon demand.
Technology Package	N/A	VARIABLE	Currently $595 to $795 per month. For development and management of technology platforms including Workout Anytime website, franchisee's specific web page, Club's email platform (up to 5 discrete email addresses), internal intranet, and other technology franchisor determines important for Club operation. Begins when franchisee commences membership pre-sales. Due on or before 10th day of each month.
Music Licensing Fees	N/A	VARIABLE	Approximately $350-$550 or as otherwise charged by vendor. Franchisee responsible for all licensing fees due for music or other licensed media at Club. As billed by vendor.

What You Get

Financial Performance (Item 19)

Median Revenue

$460,256

per year, per location

Profitability Estimate

Estimated Owner Profit

$78,244

per year

Profit Margin

17.0%

of revenue

Estimation method: benchmark

Estimated ROI (Simple Payback): 18.5 years

Based on midpoint investment of $1,450,700 and estimated annual owner profit of $78,244.

Unit Growth & Failure Rate

Avg. Annual Closure Rate

1.1%

Low risk — below industry average

Net Unit Growth

+24 units

From 2021 to 2024

Unit Activity History

Year	Start	Opened	Closed	Transfers	End
2021	166	+7	—	—	167
2022	167	+15	-1	—	179
2023	179	+8	—	—	185
2024	185	+12	-7	—	190

Is a Workout Anytime Franchise Worth It?

Based on the FDD data, here is a data-driven snapshot of the Workout Anytime franchise opportunity:

Overall Score

72/100

Strong opportunity

Est. Payback Period

18.5 yrs

Longer payback

Risk Level

Low

1.1% annual closure rate

Workout Anytime scores well across our evaluation criteria, indicating a strong franchise system. With median unit revenue of $460,256 and a combined fee burden of 8.0% of gross revenue, prospective franchisees should model their own financial projections carefully. For a complete analysis including risk factors, deal-breaker flags, and detailed financial modeling, see the full report.