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TOP FITNESS FRANCHISESWEEK OF MARCH 8, 2026

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Top 10 Fitness Franchises

The fitness industry is a billion-dollar industry with millions of members who are trying to improve their lives and meet their fitness goals. The industry is booming, even during a global pandemic with nearly $100 billion in sales and services. From big-box gyms to specialized boutique brands, there are fitness centers for every interest and investment level. If you want to help others reach their fitness goals, then investing in a fitness franchise could be for you.

Here are the top fitness franchises for week ending March 8, 2026. The IFPG uses its internal data collected from our portal to identify which fitness franchises had the most activity in the past week. This ranking system is not based on franchise sales, franchisee success rates or number of units open. We use our ranking system to help identify new and upcoming franchise systems. This ranking system should not be used to make a decision on which franchise to buy, it was solely created for internal purposes and for our IFPG Members.

The Back Nine Logo

#1 RANKED FRANCHISE

The Back Nine

The Back Nine is a premier indoor golf simulator franchise offering a low-overhead, high-margin, membership-driven model with multiple revenue... learn more

Number of Units 100+ UNITS

Cash Required More than $250,000

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JETSET Pilates Logo

#2 RANKED FRANCHISE

JETSET Pilates

JETSET Pilates is a modern studio offering an upscale experience with a unique blend of traditional and innovative Pilates techniques,... learn more

Number of Units 20-50 UNITS

Cash Required $100,000 - $250,000

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Stretch Zone Logo

#3 RANKED FRANCHISE

Stretch Zone

A MATCHLESS OPPORTUNITY TO BRING WELLNESS TO YOUR COMMUNITY

Stretch Zone is the first and fastest-growing stretch franchise and the only... learn more

Number of Units 100+ UNITS

Cash Required $100,000 - $250,000

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GYMGUYZ Logo

#4 RANKED FRANCHISE

GYMGUYZ

GYMGUYZ is # 1 in Home Personal Training. We are a fitness franchise company whose main focus is individualized one-on-one fitness, group... learn more

Number of Units 100+ UNITS

Cash Required $50,000 - $100,000

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Live 2 B Healthy Logo

#5 RANKED FRANCHISE

Live 2 B Healthy

Live 2 B Healthy is a senior-focused fitness franchise that partners with senior living communities to deliver wellness programs that improve... learn more

Number of Units 20-50 UNITS

Cash Required $25,000 - $50,000

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The Exercise Coach Logo

#6 RANKED FRANCHISE

The Exercise Coach

A LOW-COST, SIMPLE and PROFITABLE franchise. This is a boutique fitness concept that offers personal training that is particularly appealing to... learn more

Number of Units 100+ UNITS

Cash Required $100,000 - $250,000

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BODYBAR Pilates Logo

#7 RANKED FRANCHISE

BODYBAR Pilates

BODYBAR has created a business model that an entrepreneur can follow and be wildly successful, while enjoying the perks of owning a fitness... learn more

Number of Units 50-100 UNITS

Cash Required $100,000 - $250,000

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IV Nutrition Logo

#8 RANKED FRANCHISE

IV Nutrition

IV Nutrition offers a premier destination for experiencing the immediate and powerful benefits of IV nutrient therapy, providing a uniquely safe... learn more

Number of Units 20-50 UNITS

Cash Required More than $250,000

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Beem Light Sauna Logo

#9 RANKED FRANCHISE

Beem Light Sauna

Beem Light Sauna is an innovative health and wellness franchise which provides a wide array of services including; infrared light therapy, red... learn more

Number of Units 20-50 UNITS

Cash Required $100,000 - $250,000

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Soccer Stars Logo

#10 RANKED FRANCHISE

Soccer Stars

Soccer Stars is a mobile curriculum-based business, to positively impact kids through Soccer. We use the soccer ball as a vehicle to help... learn more

Number of Units 100+ UNITS

Cash Required $100,000 - $250,000

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The Complete List

Below is the full list of top fitness franchises for week ending March 8, 2026.

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Rank Franchise Name Cash Required Number of Units  
1 The Back Nine More than $250,000 100+ UNITS View Franchise
2 JETSET Pilates $100,000 - $250,000 20-50 UNITS View Franchise
3 Stretch Zone $100,000 - $250,000 100+ UNITS View Franchise
4 GYMGUYZ $50,000 - $100,000 100+ UNITS View Franchise
5 Live 2 B Healthy $25,000 - $50,000 20-50 UNITS View Franchise
6 The Exercise Coach $100,000 - $250,000 100+ UNITS View Franchise
7 BODYBAR Pilates $100,000 - $250,000 50-100 UNITS View Franchise
8 IV Nutrition More than $250,000 20-50 UNITS View Franchise
9 Beem Light Sauna $100,000 - $250,000 20-50 UNITS View Franchise
10 Soccer Stars $100,000 - $250,000 100+ UNITS View Franchise
11 SWEAT440 More than $250,000 20-50 UNITS View Franchise
12 iFlex Stretch Studios More than $250,000 LESS THAN 20 UNITS View Franchise
13 MaxStrength Fitness $100,000 - $250,000 LESS THAN 20 UNITS View Franchise
14 Hudson Valley Swim $50,000 - $100,000 LESS THAN 20 UNITS View Franchise
15 Pilates Addiction More than $250,000 LESS THAN 20 UNITS View Franchise
16 Alloy Personal Training $100,000 - $250,000 100+ UNITS View Franchise
17 D1 Training $100,000 - $250,000 100+ UNITS View Franchise
18 Fitness Machine Technicians $100,000 - $250,000 100+ UNITS View Franchise
19 SPENGA $100,000 - $250,000 50-100 UNITS View Franchise
20 BlueSage Longevity Labs $100,000 - $250,000 LESS THAN 20 UNITS View Franchise
21 Body20 More than $250,000 50-100 UNITS View Franchise
22 Glow Sauna Studios $50,000 - $100,000 LESS THAN 20 UNITS View Franchise
23 Haven Childcare | Workspace | Fitness More than $250,000 LESS THAN 20 UNITS View Franchise
24 Athletic Republic $50,000 - $100,000 50-100 UNITS View Franchise
25 Sky Zone Trampoline Park More than $250,000 100+ UNITS View Franchise
26 The Vital Stretch $50,000 - $100,000 LESS THAN 20 UNITS View Franchise
27 ISI Elite Training $100,000 - $250,000 50-100 UNITS View Franchise
28 Apex Leadership $50,000 - $100,000 100+ UNITS View Franchise
29 USA Ninja Challenge $100,000 - $250,000 20-50 UNITS View Franchise
30 Ultimate Longevity Center More than $250,000 LESS THAN 20 UNITS View Franchise
31 Training Mate $100,000 - $250,000 LESS THAN 20 UNITS View Franchise
32 OHM Fitness $100,000 - $250,000 LESS THAN 20 UNITS View Franchise
33 Little Lions Club $50,000 - $100,000 LESS THAN 20 UNITS View Franchise
34 VP Fitness More than $250,000 LESS THAN 20 UNITS View Franchise
35 Fitness Premier 24/7 Clubs $100,000 - $250,000 20-50 UNITS View Franchise
36 Vibe House Hot Pilates More than $250,000 LESS THAN 20 UNITS View Franchise
37 Let's Go Pickleball More than $250,000 LESS THAN 20 UNITS View Franchise
38 Hydrogen Fitness More than $250,000 LESS THAN 20 UNITS View Franchise
39 RiseUp Fitness $100,000 - $250,000 LESS THAN 20 UNITS View Franchise
40 Silver Bear Swim School More than $250,000 LESS THAN 20 UNITS View Franchise
41 CityRow $50,000 - $100,000 LESS THAN 20 UNITS View Franchise
42 Vanguard Key Clubs More than $250,000 LESS THAN 20 UNITS View Franchise
43 The MAX Challenge $50,000 - $100,000 20-50 UNITS View Franchise
44 Elite Home Fitness $50,000 - $100,000 LESS THAN 20 UNITS View Franchise
45 Delta Life Fitness $50,000 - $100,000 20-50 UNITS View Franchise
46 e-Shape Fitness $50,000 - $100,000 LESS THAN 20 UNITS View Franchise
47 Tapout Fitness $100,000 - $250,000 20-50 UNITS View Franchise
48 STRIDE $100,000 - $250,000 LESS THAN 20 UNITS View Franchise
49 9Round Fitness $50,000 - $100,000 100+ UNITS View Franchise
50 MADabolic $50,000 - $100,000 LESS THAN 20 UNITS View Franchise
51 Fitness Together $50,000 - $100,000 100+ UNITS View Franchise
52 City Cave $100,000 - $250,000 100+ UNITS View Franchise
53 Yoga Six $100,000 - $250,000 100+ UNITS View Franchise
54 Tough Mudder Bootcamp $100,000 - $250,000 LESS THAN 20 UNITS View Franchise
55 Jabz Boxing $25,000 - $50,000 LESS THAN 20 UNITS View Franchise
56 Max Muscle Sports Nutrition $50,000 - $100,000 100+ UNITS View Franchise
57 Hard Exercise Works $50,000 - $100,000 LESS THAN 20 UNITS View Franchise
58 Pvolve $100,000 - $250,000 LESS THAN 20 UNITS View Franchise
59 AKT $100,000 - $250,000 20-50 UNITS View Franchise
60 Tippi Toes $50,000 - $100,000 50-100 UNITS View Franchise
61 Snap Fitness $50,000 - $100,000 100+ UNITS View Franchise
62 TITLE Boxing Club $50,000 - $100,000 100+ UNITS View Franchise
63 StretchLab $100,000 - $250,000 100+ UNITS View Franchise
64 OutFit $100,000 - $250,000 LESS THAN 20 UNITS View Franchise
65 BASH Boxing More than $250,000 LESS THAN 20 UNITS View Franchise
66 Jon Ric International $100,000 - $250,000 20-50 UNITS View Franchise
67 Thrillz High Flying Adventure Park More than $250,000 LESS THAN 20 UNITS View Franchise
68 Workout Anytime 24/7 $100,000 - $250,000 50-100 UNITS View Franchise
69 KIKA Stretch Studios $25,000 - $50,000 LESS THAN 20 UNITS View Franchise
70 Shapes Fitness for Women More than $250,000 LESS THAN 20 UNITS View Franchise
71 AWAT Fitness $50,000 - $100,000 LESS THAN 20 UNITS View Franchise
72 Shins Ninja Athletes $50,000 - $100,000 LESS THAN 20 UNITS View Franchise
73 Pure Barre $100,000 - $250,000 100+ UNITS View Franchise
74 Core Progression $50,000 - $100,000 LESS THAN 20 UNITS View Franchise
75 M14 Hoops $100,000 - $250,000 LESS THAN 20 UNITS View Franchise
76 The Hot Yoga Spot $50,000 - $100,000 LESS THAN 20 UNITS View Franchise
77 Unicus Fitness $50,000 - $100,000 LESS THAN 20 UNITS View Franchise
78 Iron Bodyfit $50,000 - $100,000 100+ UNITS View Franchise
79 Aqua-Tots Swim Schools More than $250,000 100+ UNITS View Franchise
80 Farrell's eXtreme Bodyshaping $50,000 - $100,000 50-100 UNITS View Franchise
81 Shapes Fitness for Women $100,000 - $250,000 LESS THAN 20 UNITS View Franchise
82 Green Leaf Massage and Sports Recovery $100,000 - $250,000 LESS THAN 20 UNITS View Franchise
83 Blint Shakes Less than $25,000 LESS THAN 20 UNITS View Franchise
84 Elixir Muscle Recovery $50,000 - $100,000 LESS THAN 20 UNITS View Franchise
85 The Exercise Coach $100,000 - $250,000 20-50 UNITS View Franchise
86 Hapa Yoga & Fitness $50,000 - $100,000 LESS THAN 20 UNITS View Franchise
87 The Camp Transformation Center $100,000 - $250,000 100+ UNITS View Franchise
88 TruFusion More than $250,000 LESS THAN 20 UNITS View Franchise
89 My Backyard Sports $100,000 - $250,000 LESS THAN 20 UNITS View Franchise
90 Fuel Fortress $50,000 - $100,000 LESS THAN 20 UNITS View Franchise
91 Weight Loss Concepts $25,000 - $50,000 LESS THAN 20 UNITS View Franchise
92 Ageless Fitness Less than $25,000 LESS THAN 20 UNITS View Franchise
93 BeBalanced Natural Hormone Weight Loss $50,000 - $100,000 20-50 UNITS View Franchise
94 PRO Martial Fit Less than $25,000 LESS THAN 20 UNITS View Franchise
95 CycleBar $100,000 - $250,000 100+ UNITS View Franchise
96 Play It Again Sports More than $250,000 100+ UNITS View Franchise
97 IM=X Pilates and Fitness $100,000 - $250,000 20-50 UNITS View Franchise
98 B12 RX & MORE $100,000 - $250,000 LESS THAN 20 UNITS View Franchise
99 Intrepid Gym $100,000 - $250,000 LESS THAN 20 UNITS View Franchise
100 Outlaw FitCamp $100,000 - $250,000 LESS THAN 20 UNITS View Franchise

The International Franchise Professionals Group (IFPG) is an internationally recognized membership-based franchise organization. IFPG Franchise Consultants guide aspiring business owners through the process of identifying and investing in franchise businesses. The IFPG represents more than 550 franchises. We do not represent all franchises listed here. By clicking on "Request a Consultation," you are agreeing to be contacted by one of our Certified Franchise Consultants to discuss franchise ownership.

About our rankings: The IFPG uses its internal data collected from our membership portal to identify which franchises had the most activity in the past week. This ranking system is not based on franchise sales, franchisee success rates or number of units open. Our ranking system should not be used to make a decision on which franchise to buy it was solely created for internal purposes and for our IFPG Members.

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