Source: FranopolisJazzercise
The Business
SourcesJazzercise is a California corporation that was incorporated on September 26, 1979.
2026 FDD · PDF Page 15 · Item 1 · View Source
Read More About The Business
Jazzercise has offered franchises to conduct the Jazzercise dance fitness program since July 1982.
2026 FDD · PDF Page 16 · Item 1 · View Source
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Jazzercise is a California corporation that was incorporated on September 26, 1979.
Source NotesJazzercise has offered franchises to conduct the Jazzercise dance fitness program since July 1982.
What It Costs
SourcesWhere Your Startup Money Goes
| Cost | Disclosed Amount | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Marketing and advertising | $800 to $13,400 | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 28 MARKETING AND ADVERTISING (Note 5) $800 to $13,400 |
| Miscellaneous opening costs — Class owner or business franchisees | $150 to $250 | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 28 MISCELLANEOUS OPENING COSTS (Note 7) $150 to $250 |
| Insurance — Associate franchisees | $245 to $500 | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 25 INSURANCE (Note 3) $245 to $500 |
| Associate fee | $0 to $160 | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 25 ASSOCIATE FEE (Note 2) $0 to $160 |
| Equipment — Associate franchisees | $500 to $700 | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 25 EQUIPMENT (Note 4) $500 to $700 |
| Music — Class owner or business franchisees | $25 to $35 | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 28 MUSIC (Note 4) $25 to $35 |
| Additional funds — 3 months — Class owner or business franchisees | $250 to $19,070 | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 28 ADDITIONAL FUNDS - 3 Months (Note 8) $250 to $19,070 |
| Additional funds — 3 months — Associate franchisees | $0 to $70 | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 26 ADDITIONAL FUNDS – 3 Months (Note 7) $0 to $70 |
| Initial franchise fee — Class owner or business franchisees | $1,250 | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 28 INITIAL FRANCHISE FEE (Note 1) $1,250 |
| Security deposits | $300 to $20,000 | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 28 SECURITY DEPOSITS (Note 6) $300 to $20,000 |
| Equipment — Class owner or business franchisees | $1,710 to $9,600 | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 28 EQUIPMENT (Note 3) $1,710 to $9,600 |
| Initial franchise fee — Associate franchisees | $1,250 | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 25 INITIAL FRANCHISE FEE (Note 1) $1,250 |
| Total — Associate franchisees | $2,170 to $2,965 | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 26 TOTAL (Note 8) $2,170 to $2,965 |
| Insurance — Class owner or business franchisees | $245 to $500 | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 28 INSURANCE (Note 2) $245 to $500 |
| Music — Associate franchisees | $25 to $35 | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 26 MUSIC (Note 5) $25 to $35 |
| Miscellaneous opening costs — Associate franchisees | $150 to $250 | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 26 MISCELLANEOUS OPENING COSTS (Note 6) $150 to $250 |
| Total — Class owner or business franchisees | $4,730 to $64,105 | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 28 TOTAL (Note 9) $4,730 to $64,105 |
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
Except as described below, all franchisees, including franchisees in foreign countries, pay an initial franchise fee of $1,250.
2026 FDD · PDF Page 20 · Item 5
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Fees And Payment Terms
| Fee | Disclosed Terms | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Non-Compliance Fee | Up to $500.00 per violation | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 22 |
| Advertising Contribution | When established, up to 2% of gross member enrollment, no less than $50.00 per month | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 22 |
| Class owner franchise minimum continuing fee | Class owner franchise minimum currently $250.00 per month (could increase to $1,000.00 per month) | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 21 |
| Initial franchise fee | Except as described below, all franchisees, including franchisees in foreign countries, pay an initial franchise fee of $1,250. | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 20 |
| Late Fee | $100.00, but $20.00 for certain fees that are paid monthly | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 21 |
| Continuing Fee/Royalties | 20% of gross member enrollment (10% for certain programs). | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 21 |
| Business franchise minimum continuing fee | business franchise minimum currently $500.00 per month (could increase to $1,500.00 per month) | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 21 |
| Technology Fee | Up to $500.00 per month; $45.00 as of issuance date of Disclosure Document | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 22 |
| Local Livestream Fee | Up to $50.00 per month | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 22 |
| Associate Fee | Up to $500.00; currently, $160.00 per year if paid in one lump sum or $16.00 per month if paid monthly | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 21 |
| Renewal/Status Change Fee | When established, up to $100.00; no less than $50.00 | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 22 |
| Employee initial franchise fee | If you have been an employee of Jazzercise for at least 90 days and you become a franchisee who owns classes, your initial franchise fee is $625.00. | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 20 |
| Administrative Handling Fee | $50.00 fee for not submitting report when due | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 21 |
| Gift program initial franchise fee | The new franchisee who receives the franchise gift does not have to pay an initial franchise fee. | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 20 |
| Returning franchise fee | If you resign but are reinstated within 12 months, you pay a returning franchise fee of $625.00. | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 20 |
| Returning Franchisee Fee | Returning Franchisee Fee $625.00 | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 21 |
Some fees apply only to a specific event or service. These are not all monthly expenses.
SourcesTerritory
SourcesThe franchise does not come with an exclusive territory. Other franchisees, company-owned businesses and franchisor-controlled sales channels may compete in your area.
2026 FDD · PDF Page 45 · Item 12 · View Source
Read The Disclosed Requirements
You are granted a non-exclusive right to conduct the Jazzercise dance fitness program at designated facilities and on approved dates and times within a non-exclusive territory. Territories are a state or a portion of a state.
2026 FDD · PDF Page 45 · Item 12 · View Source
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You will not receive an exclusive territory. You may face competition from other franchisees, from outlets that we own, or from other channels of distribution or competitive brands that we control.
Source NotesYou are granted a non-exclusive right to conduct the Jazzercise dance fitness program at designated facilities and on approved dates and times within a non-exclusive territory. Territories are a state or a portion of a state.
A disclosed territory policy does not confirm that your preferred area is available. Ask the franchisor about the specific area you are considering.
Training & Support
SourcesThe typical length of time between the earlier of the signing the Franchise Agreement or the first payment of consideration for the franchise and opening a location for classes is six weeks to six months.
2026 FDD · PDF Page 39 · Item 11 · View Source
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Source NotesThe typical length of time between the earlier of the signing the Franchise Agreement or the first payment of consideration for the franchise and opening a location for classes is six weeks to six months.
The Franchise Network
SourcesReported At Year-End 2025
| Year | Franchised At Year-End | Company-Owned At Year-End | Total At Year-End | Source |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | 5,253 | 0 | 5,253 | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 63 · Item 20 |
| 2024 | 5,251 | 0 | 5,251 | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 63 · Item 20 |
| 2025 | — | 0 | — | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 63 · 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 2023 5,533 5,253 -280
Company-Owned 2023 0 0 0
Total Outlets 2023 5,533 5,253 -280
2024 Year-End Counts
Franchised 2024 5,253 5,251 -2
Company-Owned 2024 0 0 0
Total Outlets 2024 5,253 5,251 -2
2025 Year-End Counts
SourcesCompany-Owned 2025 0 0 0
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
Jazzercise is a California corporation that was incorporated on September 26, 1979.
2026 FDD · PDF Page 15 · Item 1 · View Source
Jazzercise has offered franchises to conduct the Jazzercise dance fitness program since July 1982.
2026 FDD · PDF Page 16 · Item 1 · View Source
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Jazzercise is a California corporation that was incorporated on September 26, 1979.
Source NotesJazzercise has offered franchises to conduct the Jazzercise dance fitness program since July 1982.
02The Leadership Team
The leadership team listed in the FDD includes Bobbi Quick (President and Director), Shanna Missett Nelson (CEO and Director), Clarissa Zulick (Chief Financial Officer and Director) and Kathryn A. Missett (Executive Vice President and Director).
2026 FDD · PDF Page 17 · Item 2 · View Source
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President and Director: Bobbi Quick
CEO and Director: Shanna Missett Nelson
Chief Financial Officer and Director: Clarissa Zulick
Source NotesExecutive Vice President and Director: Kathryn A. Missett
04Bankruptcy Disclosure
This FDD reports no bankruptcy matters that require disclosure under Item 4.
2026 FDD · PDF Page 19 · Item 4 · View Source
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Source NotesNo bankruptcy information is required to be disclosed in this Item.
08Suppliers And Required Purchases
Jazzercise may require you to use specific suppliers and purchase specific brand name equipment, products and services.
2026 FDD · PDF Page 33 · Item 8 · View Source
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Source NotesJazzercise may require you to use specific suppliers and purchase specific brand name equipment, products and services.
11Support, Training And Advertising
The typical length of time between the earlier of the signing the Franchise Agreement or the first payment of consideration for the franchise and opening a location for classes is six weeks to six months.
2026 FDD · PDF Page 39 · Item 11 · View Source
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Source NotesThe typical length of time between the earlier of the signing the Franchise Agreement or the first payment of consideration for the franchise and opening a location for classes is six weeks to six months.
12Territory
The franchise does not come with an exclusive territory. Other franchisees, company-owned businesses and franchisor-controlled sales channels may compete in your area.
2026 FDD · PDF Page 45 · Item 12 · View Source
You are granted a non-exclusive right to conduct the Jazzercise dance fitness program at designated facilities and on approved dates and times within a non-exclusive territory. Territories are a state or a portion of a state.
2026 FDD · PDF Page 45 · Item 12 · View Source
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You will not receive an exclusive territory. You may face competition from other franchisees, from outlets that we own, or from other channels of distribution or competitive brands that we control.
Source NotesYou are granted a non-exclusive right to conduct the Jazzercise dance fitness program at designated facilities and on approved dates and times within a non-exclusive territory. Territories are a state or a portion of a state.
16Products And Services You Can Sell
You are not permitted to vary the Jazzercise program or to add products or services that Jazzercise does not authorize.
2026 FDD · PDF Page 52 · Item 16 · View Source
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Source NotesYou are not permitted to vary the Jazzercise program or to add products or services that Jazzercise does not authorize.
20Franchise Locations
At the end of 2025, the FDD reports 0 company-owned locations. These are reported locations, not a count of territories available to buy.
2026 FDD · PDF Page 63 · Item 20 · View Source
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Source NotesCompany-Owned 2025 0 0 0
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