Source: FranopolisFitness Together
Fitness Together is a personal training studio franchise that provides individualized fitness coaching in private training suites and through virtual platforms. Its services include tailored workouts, nutrition support, and structured accountability systems within a membership-based model. The business serves clients including busy professionals, active older adults, people recovering from injury, and those seeking a private, judgment-free fitness setting. Franchise owners operate health and wellness studios, lead trainers, manage local marketing, and support long-term client fitness habits.
The Business
SourcesThe current franchisor began offering franchises in 1996.
2026 FDD · PDF Page 9 · Item 1 · View Source
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The Fitness Together franchise system is a unique and comprehensive system providing individualized personal one-on-one and personal small group fitness training, virtual training, a nutrition program, and related services and products.
2026 FDD · PDF Page 9 · Item 1 · View Source
The franchisor was incorporated in the State of Arizona on January 25, 1996, under the name Fitness For Life Franchise Corporation.
2026 FDD · PDF Page 9 · Item 1 · View Source
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We have offered franchises in the line of business disclosed in this Disclosure Document since 1996.
The Fitness Together franchise system is a unique and comprehensive system providing individualized personal one-on-one and personal small group fitness training, virtual training, a nutrition program, and related services and products.
Source NotesWe were incorporated in the State of Arizona on January 25, 1996, under the name Fitness For Life Franchise Corporation.
What It Costs
SourcesWhere Your Startup Money Goes
| Cost | Disclosed Amount | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Professional Fees | $1,980 to $13,530 | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 26 Designated Supplier Professional Fees 1 5 $1,980 $13,530 As arranged As arranged Third-party professionals (accountants, legal, e t c .) |
| Training Program and Other Training Expenses | $2,650 to $3,950 | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 25 Training Program and Other Training Expenses 8 (plus travel, meals, lodging and other expenses) $2,650 $3,950 |
| Development Fee for Three Studios | $75,000 | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 29 Development Fee for Three Studios 2 $75,000 |
| Additional Funds (Nine Months) | $50,000 to $75,000 | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 26 Additional Funds (Nine Months) 16 $50,000 $75,000 |
| Initial Investment to Open Initial Studio | $219,823 to $534,159 | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 30 Initial Investment to Open Initial Studio 3 $219,823 to $534,159 |
| Area Development Agreement Total Estimated Initial Investment | $294,283 to $609,159 | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 30 TOTAL ESTIMATED INITIAL INVESTMENT $294,283 to $609,159 |
| Business Licenses and Permits | $982 to $1,208 | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 26 Business Licenses and Permits 13 $982 $1,208 |
| Insurance (Initial 20% Payment) | $1,100 to $1,300 | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 26 Insurance (Initial 20% Payment) 14 $1,100 $1,300 |
| Initial Software Set-Up and Technology Fees | $2,096 | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 25 Initial Software Set-Up and Technology Fees 6 $2,096 $2,096 |
| Initial Franchise Fee | $40,000 | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 25 Initial Franchise Fee 1 $40,000 $40,000 |
| TOTAL ESTIMATED INITIAL INVESTMENT | $259,283 to $574,159 | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 26 TOTAL ESTIMATED INITIAL INVESTMENT 17 $259,283 $574,159 |
| Signage and Graphics | $8,500 to $14,000 | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 26 Signage and Graphics 11 $8,500 $14,000 |
| Real Property, Utility, Security, and Other Deposits | $4,500 to $11,100 | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 25 Real Property, Utility, Security, and Other Deposits 2 $4,500 $11,100 |
| Architect, Engineer, Drawings | $7,000 to $18,400 | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 25 Architect, Engineer, Drawings 9 $7,000 $18,400 |
| Office and Business Supplies | $1,650 to $2,750 | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 26 Office and Business Supplies 12 $1,650 $2,750 |
| Leasehold Improvements | $84,000 to $275,000 | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 25 Leasehold Improvements (net of landlord tenant allowances) 3 $84,000 $275,000 |
| Fitness Equipment | $28,825 to $78,825 | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 25 Fitness Equipment 5 $28,825 $78,825 |
| Grand Opening Spend Requirement | $15,000 | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 26 Grand Opening Spend Requirement 10 $15,000 $15,000 |
| Computer System & Other A/V Technology | $7,500 to $12,000 | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 25 Computer System & Other A/V Technology 7 $7,500 $12,000 |
| Cabinetry, Millwork, Furniture, and Décor | $3,500 to $10,000 | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 25 Cabinetry, Millwork, Furniture, and Décor 4 $3,500 $10,000 |
Line items are shown as disclosed. Some costs overlap or apply to different formats; do not add them together without reviewing the source.
SourcesKey Franchise Fees
- Initial Franchise Fee
View Disclosed Terms
When you sign a Franchise Agreement to develop a single Studio, you must pay us an initial franchise fee (the “Initial Franchise Fee”) of $40,000.
2026 FDD · PDF Page 13 · Item 5
Review Fee Sources- Royalty
- Royalty 6% of Gross Receipts
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- Marketing & Advertising
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Brand Marketing Fund 2% of Gross Receipts (subject to our right to increase)
2026 FDD · PDF Page 16 · Item 6
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Fees And Payment Terms
| Fee | Disclosed Terms | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Transfer Fee – Franchise Agreement | Transfer Fee – Franchise Agreement 50% of the then-current Initial Franchise Fee ; reduced to $2,500 for select ownership interest transfers (see note) | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 17 |
| Default Fee | Default Fee $250 to $2,500 | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 16 |
| Development Incentive Program Initial Franchise Fee for one Studio | If you sign a Franchise Agreement to develop one Studio, you will pay an Initial Franchise Fee of $15,000. | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 16 |
| Relocation Fee | Relocation Fee $10,000, plus costs and fees associated with migrating clients to nearby Studios | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 18 |
| Development Fee for ten or more Studios | $15,000 multiplied by each Studio you agree to develop if you sign an Area Development Agreement in which you agree to develop 10 or more Studios. | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 13 |
| Royalty | Royalty 6% of Gross Receipts | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 16 |
| Brand Marketing Fund | Brand Marketing Fund 2% of Gross Receipts (subject to our right to increase) | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 16 |
| Development Area Change Fee | Development Area Change Fee $1,000 | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 18 |
| Transfer Fee Deposit | Transfer Fee Deposit $3,500 | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 17 |
| Dishonored Check or Insufficient Funds Fee | Dishonored Check or Insufficient Funds Fee $150 | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 16 |
| Annual Conference Registration Fee | Annual Conference Registration Fees Then-current annual conference registration fees for at least one attendee (currently, between $599 to $699 per person), plus costs and expenses. | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 17 |
| Local Marketing Spend Requirement | Local Marketing Spend Requirement 2% of Gross Receipts (subject to our right to increase) | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 16 |
| In-House Paralegal Billing Rate | our paralegals’ work will be invoiced to you at their then-current hourly billing rate (currently, $150 per hour) | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 24 |
| Successor Franchise Fee | Successor Franchise Fee 25% of the then-current Initial Franchise Fee | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 17 |
| Monthly Management Fee | Monthly Management Fee (in event of your abandonment, default, or termination) Up to $7,500 per month, plus direct out-of-pocket expenses | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 17 |
| Interest on Late Payments | Interest on Late Payments 1.5% per month or highest commercial rate | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 17 |
| In-House Attorney Billing Rate | in-house attorneys’ work will be invoiced to you at their then-current hourly billing rate (currently, $400 per hour) | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 24 |
| Booking Platform Fee | Booking Platform Fee $125 per month | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 18 |
| Mentorship Program Initial Franchise Fee | Currently, if you qualify for the Mentorship Program, the Initial Franchise Fee will be reduced to $20,000, with $5,000 to be paid by the Mentee as a lump sum by wire transfer upon signing a Franchise Agreement with us and the remaining $15,000 balance to be paid by the Mentee as a lump sum upon opening their Studio for full use by clients. | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 14 |
| Manager Training Program | Manager Training Program Then-current fee (currently $500 per day per attendee), plus costs and expenses | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 17 |
| Initial Franchise Fee | When you sign a Franchise Agreement to develop a single Studio, you must pay us an initial franchise fee (the “Initial Franchise Fee”) of $40,000. | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 13 |
| Development Fee for three to five Studios | Typically, an area developer is expected to develop three to five Studios and the range of the Development Fee in that case would be $75,000 to $125,000. | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 13 |
| Technology Fee | Technology Fee Currently, $310 per month | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 17 |
| Transfer Fee – Area Development Agreement | Transfer Fee – Area Development Agreement $2,500 for administrative costs and expenses in connection with ownership interest transfers. | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 17 |
| Development Fee for six to nine Studios | $20,000 multiplied by each Studio you agree to develop if you sign an Area Development Agreement in which you agree to develop six to nine Studios | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 13 |
| Development Incentive Program Initial Franchise Fee per Studio | If you sign an Area Development Agreement to develop two or three Studios, you will pay a reduced Initial Franchise Fee of $10,000 for each Studio developed under the Area Development Agreement. | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 16 |
| Development Fee for two Studios | $80,000 if you sign an Area Development Agreement in which you agree to develop two Studios | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 13 |
| Additional or Special Training | Additional or Special Training Then-current fee, currently $500 per day per trainer or attendee (as applicable to the training program), plus costs and expenses | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 17 |
| Replacement or Remedial Training Program Fee | Replacement or Remedial Training Program Fee Then-current fee, currently $500 per attendee, plus costs and expenses | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 17 |
Some fees apply only to a specific event or service. These are not all monthly expenses.
SourcesTraining & Support
SourcesThe franchisor estimates that it will be approximately 12 months from the time you sign the Franchise Agreement to the time your Studio begins operations.
2026 FDD · PDF Page 38 · Item 11 · View Source
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Source NotesWe estimate that it will be approximately 12 months from the time you sign the Franchise Agreement to the time your Studio begins operations.
Franchisor Financing
SourcesThe franchisor does not offer direct or indirect financing. The franchisor does not guarantee your note, lease or obligation.
2026 FDD · PDF Page 35 · Item 10 · View Source
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Source NotesWe do not offer direct or indirect financing. We do not guarantee your note, lease or obligation.
The Franchise Network
SourcesReported At Year-End 2025
| Year | Franchised At Year-End | Company-Owned At Year-End | Total At Year-End | Source |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | 96 | 0 | 96 | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 66 · Item 20 |
| 2024 | 93 | 0 | 93 | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 66 · Item 20 |
| 2025 | 82 | 0 | 82 | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 66 · Item 20 |
These are reported outlet counts, not available territories or a measure of profitability. A dash means a count is not available in this record.
Review The Source Figures
2023 Year-End Counts
Franchised Outlets 2023 106 96 -10
Company-Owned Outlets 2023 0 0 0
Total Outlets 2023 106 96 -10
2024 Year-End Counts
Franchised Outlets 2024 96 93 -3
Company-Owned Outlets 2024 0 0 0
Total Outlets 2024 96 93 -3
2025 Year-End Counts
Franchised Outlets 2025 93 82 -11
Company-Owned Outlets 2025 0 0 0
SourcesTotal Outlets 2025 93 82 -11
Inside The FDD
SourcesPlain-language summaries of the available FDD information. Each summary links to its source, with original excerpts available to review.
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01The Business And Its Ownership
The current franchisor began offering franchises in 1996.
2026 FDD · PDF Page 9 · Item 1 · View Source
The Fitness Together franchise system is a unique and comprehensive system providing individualized personal one-on-one and personal small group fitness training, virtual training, a nutrition program, and related services and products.
2026 FDD · PDF Page 9 · Item 1 · View Source
The franchisor was incorporated in the State of Arizona on January 25, 1996, under the name Fitness For Life Franchise Corporation.
2026 FDD · PDF Page 9 · Item 1 · View Source
Read Source Excerpts
We have offered franchises in the line of business disclosed in this Disclosure Document since 1996.
The Fitness Together franchise system is a unique and comprehensive system providing individualized personal one-on-one and personal small group fitness training, virtual training, a nutrition program, and related services and products.
Source NotesWe were incorporated in the State of Arizona on January 25, 1996, under the name Fitness For Life Franchise Corporation.
10Financing Offered By The Franchisor
The franchisor does not offer direct or indirect financing. The franchisor does not guarantee your note, lease or obligation.
2026 FDD · PDF Page 35 · Item 10 · View Source
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Source NotesWe do not offer direct or indirect financing. We do not guarantee your note, lease or obligation.
11Support, Training And Advertising
The franchisor estimates that it will be approximately 12 months from the time you sign the Franchise Agreement to the time your Studio begins operations.
2026 FDD · PDF Page 38 · Item 11 · View Source
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Source NotesWe estimate that it will be approximately 12 months from the time you sign the Franchise Agreement to the time your Studio begins operations.
16Products And Services You Can Sell
You may not sell any products or services offered by Studio or using the Marks to customers wholesale or through alternative channels of distribution, including the internet or retail stores.
2026 FDD · PDF Page 50 · Item 16 · View Source
You must sell and offer for sale only the products and services that the franchisor has approved for sale, and you must discontinue selling and offering for sale any products and services which the franchisor may disapprove at any time.
2026 FDD · PDF Page 57 · Item 16 · View Source
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You may not sell any products or services offered by Studio or using the Marks to customers wholesale or through alternative channels of distribution, including the internet or retail stores.
Source NotesYou must sell and offer for sale only the products and services that we have approved for sale, and you must discontinue selling and offering for sale any products and services which we may disapprove at any time.
20Franchise Locations
At the end of 2025, the FDD reports 82 franchised locations and 0 company-owned locations. These are reported locations, not a count of territories available to buy.
2026 FDD · PDF Page 66 · Item 20 · View Source
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Franchised Outlets 2025 93 82 -11
Company-Owned Outlets 2025 0 0 0
Source NotesTotal Outlets 2025 93 82 -11
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