Source: FranopolisUFC Gym
The Business
SourcesThe current franchisor was formed on February 27, 2004 as a California Limited Liability Company.
2026 FDD · PDF Page 10 · Item 1 · View Source
Read More About The Business
The franchisor began offering UFC GYM franchises on January 1, 2013.
2026 FDD · PDF Page 10 · Item 1 · View Source
The franchisor grants franchises for MMA-oriented fitness clubs which are identified by the Marks. UFC GYM Businesses will offer various services, amenities and products to its members.
2026 FDD · PDF Page 11 · Item 1 · View Source
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We are a California Limited Liability Company formed on February 27, 2004.
We began offering UFC GYM franchises on January 1, 2013.
Source NotesWe grant franchises for MMA-oriented fitness clubs which are identified by the Marks. UFC GYM Businesses will offer various services, amenities and products to its members.
What It Costs
SourcesFees And Payment Terms
| Fee | Disclosed Terms | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Class by UFC GYM Initial Fee | The initial fee for your Class by UFC GYM is $30,000 and is due upon signing the Franchise Agreement | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 14 |
| Transfer Fee - UFC GYM | $10,000 for a UFC GYM Jiu Jitsu location | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 18 |
| Billing Services Fees - Class by UFC GYM and UFC GYM | For Class by UFC GYM and UFC GYM (Core), c urrently $ 370 per month , plus credit card transaction and interchange fees | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 17 |
| Liquidated Damages for Covenant Not to Compete | $2,000 per week | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 19 |
| Unauthorized Product/Service Fee | $250 per day for each day you sell or use unauthorized products or services. | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 20 |
| CPR Certification Fees | CPR Certification fees (currently $50 per coach) | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 18 |
| Transfer Fee - UFC GYM Jiu Jitsu | $10,000 for a UFC GYM Jiu Jitsu location | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 18 |
| Renewal Fee | 50% of the then current Initial Fee | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 18 |
| Regional Cooperative Advertising | As determined by the Cooperative (not more than 2% of monthly Gross Revenues) | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 17 |
| UFC GYM Jiu Jitsu Initial Fee | The initial fee for your UFC GYM Jiu Jitsu is $ 30,000 and is due upon signing the Franchise Agreement | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 14 |
| UFC GYM (Signature) / UFC FIT Initial Fee | The initial fee for your UFC GYM (Signature) or UFC FIT is $50,000 and is due upon signing the Franchise Agreement | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 15 |
| Replacement Equipment - Standard Models | Replacement Equipment $10,000 to $300,000 | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 20 |
| UFC GYM (Core) Initial Fee | The initial fee for your UFC GYM (Core) is $40,000 and is due upon signing the Franchise Agreement | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 15 |
| Transfer Fee - Class by UFC GYM | $15,000 for a CLASS by UFC GYM location | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 18 |
| Marketing Contributions | Marketing contributions to the Marketing Fund 2% of Gross Revenues | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 17 |
| Opening Deadline Extension Fee | you must pay us a non - refundable extension fee of $1,500 for each month (or portion of month) for which we extend the Opening Deadline | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 15 |
| Late Charge | Late Charge $250 | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 19 |
| Replacement Equipment - Signature or FIT | Replacement Equipment $50,000 to $700,000 | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 24 |
| Unauthorized Operations Fee | $1,000 per day | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 19 |
| Royalty Fee - UFC GYM Jiu Jitsu | Royalty Fee / UFC GYM Jiu Jitsu Royalty Fee ... 6% of Gross Revenues | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 17 |
| Financial Reports Fee | $350 for each occurrence | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 18 |
| Royalty Fee - Class by UFC GYM | Royalty Fee / Class by UFC GYM 6% of Gross Revenues | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 16 |
| Trade Dress Non-Compliance Fee | $250 per day for continued non - compliance with UFC GYM trade dress requirements | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 20 |
| ClubConnect | Approximately $179 to $184 per month per gym, depending on contract term ... for unlimited users | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 17 |
| Music Licensing Fee | Approximately $ 45.99 /month , plus applicable PRO licensing fees if required with Rock My World. | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 17 |
| Billing Services Fees - UFC GYM Jiu Jitsu | For UFC GYM Jiu Jitsu , currently $150 per month, plus credit card transaction and interchange fees | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 17 |
| Local Advertising - UFC GYM | $3,500 for UFC GYM (Core) , per month on local marketing | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 18 |
Some fees apply only to a specific event or service. These are not all monthly expenses.
SourcesTraining & Support
SourcesThe typical length of time between the signing of the Franchise Agreement and the opening of the GYM can vary from 9 to 12 months.
2026 FDD · PDF Page 44 · Item 11 · View Source
Read The Disclosed Requirements
The Trainees must include the Owner and the Designated Manager, and up to three additional Trainees.
2026 FDD · PDF Page 45 · Item 11 · View Source
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The typical length of time between the signing of the Franchise Agreement and the opening of the GYM can vary from 9 to 12 months.
Source NotesThe Trainees must include the Owner and the Designated Manager, and up to three additional Trainees.
Franchisor Financing
SourcesThe franchisor does not offer direct or indirect financing, and the franchisor does not guarantee your note, lease, or other financial obligations.
2026 FDD · PDF Page 43 · Item 10 · View Source
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Source NotesWe do not offer direct or indirect financing, and we do not guarantee your note, lease, or other financial obligations.
The Franchise Network
SourcesReported At Year-End 2025
| Year | Franchised At Year-End | Company-Owned At Year-End | Total At Year-End | Source |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | 61 | 13 | — | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 66 · Item 20 |
| 2024 | 66 | 3 | 69 | 2026 FDD · PDF Pages 66, 67 · Item 20 |
| 2025 | — | 1 | — | 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 2023 61 61 0
Company Owned 2023 20 13 - 7
2024 Year-End Counts
Franchised 2024 61 66 +5
Company Owned 2024 13 3 - 10
Total Outlets 2024 74 69 - 5
2025 Year-End Counts
SourcesCompany Owned 2025 3 1 - 2
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 was formed on February 27, 2004 as a California Limited Liability Company.
2026 FDD · PDF Page 10 · Item 1 · View Source
The franchisor began offering UFC GYM franchises on January 1, 2013.
2026 FDD · PDF Page 10 · Item 1 · View Source
The franchisor grants franchises for MMA-oriented fitness clubs which are identified by the Marks. UFC GYM Businesses will offer various services, amenities and products to its members.
2026 FDD · PDF Page 11 · Item 1 · View Source
Read Source Excerpts
We are a California Limited Liability Company formed on February 27, 2004.
We began offering UFC GYM franchises on January 1, 2013.
Source NotesWe grant franchises for MMA-oriented fitness clubs which are identified by the Marks. UFC GYM Businesses will offer various services, amenities and products to its members.
04Bankruptcy Disclosure
This FDD reports no bankruptcy matters that require disclosure under Item 4.
2026 FDD · PDF Page 14 · Item 4 · View Source
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Source NotesNo bankruptcy information is required to be disclosed in this Item.
10Financing Offered By The Franchisor
The franchisor does not offer direct or indirect financing, and the franchisor does not guarantee your note, lease, or other financial obligations.
2026 FDD · PDF Page 43 · Item 10 · View Source
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Source NotesWe do not offer direct or indirect financing, and we do not guarantee your note, lease, or other financial obligations.
11Support, Training And Advertising
The typical length of time between the signing of the Franchise Agreement and the opening of the GYM can vary from 9 to 12 months.
2026 FDD · PDF Page 44 · Item 11 · View Source
The Trainees must include the Owner and the Designated Manager, and up to three additional Trainees.
2026 FDD · PDF Page 45 · Item 11 · View Source
Read Source Excerpts
The typical length of time between the signing of the Franchise Agreement and the opening of the GYM can vary from 9 to 12 months.
Source NotesThe Trainees must include the Owner and the Designated Manager, and up to three additional Trainees.
14Patents, Copyrights And Proprietary Information
The franchisor does not own any rights in any patents material to the Franchise. There are no pending patent applications for proper disclosure purposes.
2026 FDD · PDF Page 59 · Item 14 · View Source
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Source NotesWe do not own any rights in any patents material to the Franchise. There are no pending patent applications for proper disclosure purposes.
17Renewal, Transfer And Ending The Agreement
The initial term of the Franchise Agreement is 10 years beginning on the Agreement Date.
2026 FDD · PDF Page 62 · Item 17 · View Source
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Source NotesThe initial term of the Franchise Agreement is 10 years beginning on the Agreement Date.
20Franchise Locations
At the end of 2025, the FDD reports 1 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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Source NotesCompany Owned 2025 3 1 - 2
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