Retrofitness
Key figures
| Initial franchise fee | $29,000 |
| Total investment (Item 7) | $832,216 – $3,241,991 |
| Royalty (Item 6) | 5% of gross sales |
| Headquarters state | FL |
| Legal name (Item 1) | Retrofitness, LLC |
| FDD issuance date | 2025-04-30 |
| Franchised units (Item 20) | 76 (Item 20, p.65) |
| Brand website | http://www.retrofitness.com |
About Retrofitness
Offering an investment opportunity, Retro Fitness is an elevated gym franchise that is redefining the fitness industry across America. Retro Fitness has a franchise fee of up to $69,000, with a total initial investment range of $941,350 to $1,622,250. ... Royalty Fee: 5.0% The initial cost of a franchise includes several fees -- Unlock this franchise to better understand the ... ... Starting a Retrofitness franchise - known for their affordable membership model and state-of-the-art equipment ...
Due diligence dossier
Every figure below is as disclosed in this brand's own FDD, with its FDD citation. FranchiseKI adds no analysis and estimates nothing.
Unit history (Item 20)
| Year | Franchised | Company-owned | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | 86 | 2 | 88 |
| 2024 | 81 | 1 | 82 |
| 2025 | 76 | 1 | 77 |
Source: Item 20, p.65 of the brand's FDD.
Risk & history facts
| Closures in the last 3 years | 22 (Item 20, p.60 of the FDD) |
| Transfers in the last 3 years | 10 (Item 20, p.59 of the FDD) |
| Litigation matters disclosed (Item 3) | 5 (Item 3, p.10 of the FDD) |
| Bankruptcy (Item 4) | No bankruptcy disclosed (Item 4) (Item 4, p.12 of the FDD) |
Litigation summary (Item 3): A class action lawsuit filed in New Jersey alleging violations of consumer protection and health club laws regarding membership agreements. The case was dismissed with prejudice in June 2025, but an appeal is currently pending. (Item 3, p.10-12 of the FDD)
Item 19 — franchisor-provided financial performance representations
These figures are the franchisor's own representations in Item 19 of its FDD. They are not verified earnings and are not a promise of what any unit will earn.
| Average revenue | $1,243,660 (Item 19, p.60 of the FDD) |
| Median revenue | $1,026,733 (Item 19, p.61 of the FDD) |
| Revenue range | $352,352 – $3,710,789 (Item 19, p.61 of the FDD) |
Ownership & operations
| Owner-operator required | Yes (Item 15, p.53 of the FDD) |
| Absentee ownership allowed | No (Item 15, p.52 of the FDD) |
| Typical time to open | 12 months (Item 11, p.36 of the FDD) |
Territory description (Item 12): Franchisees do not receive an exclusive territory. The approved territory is based on a three-mile drivable distance from the site, determined by the franchisor, and the franchisor retains rights to operate or sell through other channels within this area. (Item 12, p.46 of the FDD)
Training: Provide you with an initial training program. (Item 11, p.36 of the FDD)
Ongoing support:
- Development of new services and methods
- Provision of the Operations Brand Standards Manual
- Periodic conferences on sales, training, and operations
- Turnkey approach to remodeling or refurbishment (optional)
- Crisis management and emergency response oversight
Source: Item 11, p.35 of the brand's FDD.
Company facts
| Headquarters | West Palm Beach, FL (Item 1, p.7 of the FDD) |
| Years in business | 18 (Item 1, p.7 of the FDD) |
| Years franchising | 18 (Item 1, p.7 of the FDD) |
| Parent company | Fierce Brands, LLC (Item 1, p.7 of the FDD) |
| Initial term | 10 years (Item 17, p.54 of the FDD) |
| Renewal term | 10 years (Item 17, p.54 of the FDD) |
| Advertising / brand fund fee | 2% of gross sales (Item 6, p.14 of the FDD) |
| Company-owned units | 1 (Item 20, p.65 of the FDD) |
| Projected new units | 10 (Item 20, p.61 of the FDD) |
Questions to ask the franchisor
Generated from what this brand's FDD data does not disclose — ask Retrofitness directly:
- What liquid capital does the franchisor require of a new franchisee? It is not disclosed in the FDD data we hold for this brand.
- What minimum net worth does the franchisor require? It is not disclosed in the FDD data we hold for this brand.
Territory — what the FDD says (Item 12)
Under this brand's Item 12 rule, you do not receive an exclusive territory. The franchisor may sell additional franchises in the same area. It may also operate company units there. Or it may sell through other channels. No area is reserved for you. No area is closed to you by another franchisee's exclusivity either. Placement is the franchisor's decision.
The FDD's own words (Item 12): “territory is NOT exclusive - the FDD states you will not receive an exclusive territory. We have been offering franchises under the trademark “RETROFITNESS®” since August of 2008. We sell and grant franchises for the operation of outlets under the trademark RETROFITNESS® (the”
Availability
Because this brand grants no exclusive territory, there are no territory-based exclusions: no area is reserved for an existing franchisee, and no area is reserved for you. Whether a new unit is placed anywhere is the franchisor's decision under Item 12.
Next steps with Retrofitness
Put Retrofitness on a shortlist. Compare it side by side with two other brands. Check it against your budget in the PerfectFit Quiz. Or talk it through with a vetted consultant. That conversation is free to buyers; call (385) 475-5319. Only the franchisor can confirm current terms. Only the franchisor can confirm territory availability.