Snap Fitness
£200,000
Gym
Yes
£750,000
£30,000
N/A
About Snap Fitness
Snap Fitness currently has over 100 franchised locations across the UK and Ireland. Its gyms aim to combine the convenience of 24/7 access with an inclusive and welcoming environment.
Members pay an average of £36 per month, which provides access to the Snap Fitness gym as well as group exercise classes and an all-encompassing member smartphone app.
This approach has proven successful with consumers. Snap Fitness grew its annual membership base by over 21%, versus a fitness industry average of 4.1% in 2024, according to the 2024 State of the UK Fitness Industry Report.
How does the Snap Fitness franchise model work?
The Snap Fitness franchise model does not require previous fitness industry experience. More than three quarters of Snap Fitness’ current franchisee network had never worked in fitness before.
The support available from Snap Fitness aims to give franchisees the flexibility of being either an owner-investor or owner-operator. Owner-investors entrust the day-to-day running of their gym to an experienced club manager, while keeping a close eye on the financials and performance of the business.
Meanwhile, owner-operators take a much more hands-on role and are physically present at their gyms multiple times a week.
The Snap Fitness model is also welcoming to experienced franchisees with existing investments in other sectors. Snap Fitness only requires two full-time staff and a reliable monthly revenue from a Direct Debit, which can suit individuals looking to diversify their portfolio.
What type of franchisee is Snap Fitness looking for?
Snap Fitness is looking for ambitious individuals to grow and evolve with the franchise brand. You don’t need to know how to open a gym as the Snap Fitness will provide the support, expertise, and partners.
If you’re business and service-minded, Snap Fitness could be for you, as the brand says it prides itself on providing excellent customer service and an experience that keeps members coming back.
The Snap Fitness franchise model is suitable for existing and brand-new franchisees who want to be part of the fitness industry.
Training and support
Franchising with Snap Fitness provides access to support from the brand’s UK support office. Based in London, the brand has over 20 industry experts who can support you from funding your new investment, all the way through to running a profitable gym.
- Finance: You can fund up to 60% of your total start-up costs with Snap Fitness’ high street banking partners.
- Property: The franchise’s data-driven insights, industry experience, and established property relationships will find you the perfect spot to set you up for success.
- Gym design and layout: The franchise works with fitness equipment providers to help you kit out your new gym. Based on the demographics of your area, the team will work with you to suggest the equipment and layout you need to drive members through your doors. You’ll also receive an immersive 3D walkthrough video to show you how your vision will come to life.
- Recruitment: You’ll work with a fitness recruitment agency to find the best employees for your business.
- Marketing: You’ll receive marketing support to help you open with as many members as possible.
- Ongoing operations: All franchisees have a dedicated Franchise Business Manager (FBM) to help maximise your gym’s earning potential and the consistent high performance of your teams.
Financial information
Potential franchisees should have a minimum of £200,000 liquid capital to open a Snap Fitness gym. This is to cover initial start-up and fit-out costs, as well as being able to access the funding from the brand’s banking partners.
Franchisees typically see a return on capital investment within three years and operational breakeven within their first few weeks of trading, allowing them to scale quickly and own multiple locations.
Snap Fitness’ lean staffing model means a typical payroll to revenue ratio of 10% and a rent to revenue ratio of around 12.5%. Snap Fitness’ property relationships mean many franchisees also access a rent-free period at the start of their lease, allowing them to quickly establish profitability.
How to fund a Snap Fitness 24/7 franchise business
Why is Snap Fitness a good investment?
Snap Fitness gyms that were new to 2024, opened with 44% more members than those in 2023, showcasing the sustained demand for gym facilities.
What locations is Snap Fitness looking to target?
There are opportunities available nationwide across the UK & Ireland. The Snap Fitness model is particularly successful in suburban areas, with many of its recent openings being within out-of-town retail parks.
The franchise uses detailed data and location insights to hand-pick locations for franchisees.
Snap Fitness has already identified several prime locations that would be ideal for a new gym, which it can detail upon enquiry.
What are the franchise terms of agreement and renewal?
The franchise agreement is five years with no fee due on renewal, just a commitment to modernising your gym.
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