How much does a GYMGUYZ franchise cost?

The FDD lists a total initial investment of about $112,100–$194,000, including a $69,500 initial franchise fee.

Is a GYMGUYZ franchise worth it?

It depends on the numbers, not the pitch. GYMGUYZ scores C on disclosure honesty, carries about 9% of sales in ongoing fees. Get the real owner take-home before you sign.

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The real numbers on owning a GYMGUYZ franchise

Mobile Fitness Training · FDD 2026 · from public state filings

CDisclosure honesty

This franchisor discloses earnings (Item 19) — but read how.

★★★☆☆ FranchiseValidate transparency rating: 3/5

Investment

$112,100–$194,000

Total fees

9% of sales

Outlets

154

Closure signals

9 ceased, 9 terminated

Lawsuits

Is GYMGUYZ worth it? How it compares to 39 similar franchises

Ongoing fees	9% of sales	about average
Startup cost	from $112,100	cheaper than most (median $299,900)
Disclosure honesty	Grade C	typical for the category
Closure rate	5.8% of outlets	worse than 85% of peers
Disclosed lawsuits	0	fewer than most

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What their own earnings claim actually says

2025 corporate location: $1.24M gross sales, 48% profit margin. 79 franchised locations averaged $137,274/FTE trainer; only 24% met/exceeded average. High variance: $11,460–$1.69M.

Failure & turnover reality (Item 20)

9 ceased operations in 2025; Indiana/Iowa/Pennsylvania/Virginia closures suggest struggling units.

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GYMGUYZ franchise — frequently asked

How much does a GYMGUYZ franchise cost?: The FDD lists a total initial investment of about $112,100–$194,000, including a $69,500 initial franchise fee.
How much do GYMGUYZ franchise owners make?: 2025 corporate location: $1.24M gross sales, 48% profit margin. 79 franchised locations averaged $137,274/FTE trainer; only 24% met/exceeded average. High variance: $11,460–$1.69M. We grade this disclosure C for honesty.
What is the GYMGUYZ franchise failure rate?: 9 ceased operations in 2025; Indiana/Iowa/Pennsylvania/Virginia closures suggest struggling units.
Is a GYMGUYZ franchise worth it?: It depends on the numbers, not the pitch. GYMGUYZ scores C on disclosure honesty, carries about 9% of sales in ongoing fees. Get the real owner take-home before you sign.

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Source: MN CARDS 35468-202603-05 (Clean FDD 2026). FranchiseValidate is independent and not affiliated with GYMGUYZ or its franchisor. Figures are extracted from the franchisor's own public disclosure document; verify against the current FDD before any decision.