Fitness Machine Technicians

Fitness Machine Technicians offers a certified, home-based franchise opportunity specializing in exercise equipment repair, with potential for recurring revenue through service contracts.

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Background

Own a Business That Keeps People Moving.
Fitness Machine Technicians (FMT) is a service-based franchise that specializes in the repair and maintenance of commercial and residential fitness equipment. As more people prioritize health and wellness-at gyms, hotels, corporate centers, universities, and in their homes-our services are in constant demand. With a low-overhead model, minimal inventory, and a wide customer base, FMT offers a unique opportunity in a growing, recession-resilient industry.

No Technical Experience Required-Just Business Savvy.
Most of our franchise owners come from business or operations backgrounds, not repair. That's because we've built a model that supports semi-passive ownership. We help you recruit skilled technicians and offer comprehensive training, tools, and marketing support so you can focus on growing the business. Our national accounts program, CRM technology, and ongoing field support give you the structure you need to launch quickly and scale with confidence.

Be Part of a Purpose-Driven Brand with National Reach.
With territories available across the U.S. and a strong, supportive franchise system, you're not just buying a job-you're building an asset. We're looking for driven, hands-on owners who want to lead a team, make a mark in their community, and benefit from a business that values reliability, professionalism, and excellent customer service. If you're ready to invest in a business that combines practical services with long-term growth potential, Fitness Machine Technicians could be the perfect fit.

Company Details

Established: 2002
First Unit Franchised: 2011
Franchised Units: 141
Company Owned Units: 7
States Registered In: ALL except CA and VA.
Canada Franchises: Yes
International Franchises: No

Support and Training Offered By Fitness Machine Technicians

Financial Assistance Provided: No
Site Selection Assistance: No
Lease Negotiation Assistance: No
Recruiting Assistance: Yes
Specify: Fitness Machine Technicians offers guidance and resources to assist with hiring both technicians and administrative staff. This includes job description templates, recommended screening processes, and access to third-party recruiting partners. Our goal is to make it easier for franchisees-especially those in a semi-passive role-to attract qualified candidates and get their operations up and running efficiently.
Cooperative Advertising: Yes
Specify: Through our co-op advertising program, franchisees benefit from shared national and regional marketing efforts that amplify brand awareness while lowering individual costs. This includes access to professionally designed campaigns, digital advertising support, and brand-wide initiatives that drive leads to your local business. It's a powerful way to build visibility while keeping marketing spend efficient and scalable.
Training:
We have the only Certified Fitness Equipment Technician (CFET) training program that will train technicians across multiple equipment manufacturers.

2025 Franchise Requirements Needed to Own a Fitness Machine Technicians Franchise.

What does a Fitness Machine Technicians Franchise Cost?

Fitness Machine Technicians franchise fees for 2025:

Total Investment: $65,950 - 127,990
Minimum Net Worth: $150,000
Single Unit Franchise Fee: $25,000 (Hometown), $45,000 Full-Size
Franchise Fee for Each Additional Unit: $17,500 (Hometown), $31,500 Full-Size

SBA Registered
Royalty: 6% up to $499,999 Gross Sales, 5% after
Ad Fee: 1%
Average Number of Employees: 2/4
Item 19: Yes
Visa Candidates: No
Passive Ownership: Yes
Semi-Passive Ownership: Yes, While daily operations require reliable service scheduling and customer responsiveness, many of our franchise owners operate in a semi-absentee model by hiring and managing technicians and office support staff rather than performing the repair work themselves. Our systems are built to support this structure, with centralized training, national accounts support, marketing tools, and a proven CRM that streamlines service management.

Owners who invest in building a strong team can focus on business development, strategic oversight, and scaling their territory-making FMT a strong fit for those seeking a semi-passive investment with recurring revenue potential.
Home-Based: Yes
B2B: Yes
Master Franchise Opportunities: No
Veteran Discount: Yes, 15% off initial franchise fee

Is Fitness Machine Technicians a Semi Absentee Franchise with a Passive Ownership Opportunity?

Yes. Fitness Machine Technicians is a semi absentee franchise and allows passive ownership. A semi-absentee franchise is a business you could start and run while still maintaining a job or other obligation.

Is Fitness Machine Technicians a Home Based franchise?

Yes. Fitness Machine Technicians is a home based franchise opportunity.

What Do Fitness Machine Technicians Franchise Owners Make?

Click here to find out how much Fitness Machine Technicians franchisees make. Fitness Machine Technicians offers an Item 19 in their Franchise Disclosure Document which provides financial information about select franchisees in their franchise system.

Is Fitness Machine Technicians a Master Franchise Opportunity?

No. Fitness Machine Technicians is not a master franchise opportunity.

Does Fitness Machine Technicians Offer a Veteran Discount?

Yes. Fitness Machine Technicians franchise does offer a veteran discount.

Does Fitness Machine Technicians Work with E2 Visa and EB-5 Visa Candidates?

No. Fitness Machine Technicians franchise does not work with E2 Visa and EB-5 Visa candidates.

Is Fitness Machine Technicians Looking for Franchisees in Canada?

Yes. Fitness Machine Technicians franchise is looking for Canada franchisees.

Is Fitness Machine Technicians Looking for International franchisees?

No. Fitness Machine Technicians franchise is not looking for International franchisees.

Where can I see Fitness Machine Technicians's FDD (Franchise Disclosure Document)?

Buying a Franchise Guide: What is a Franchise Disclosure Document?

When evaluating a franchise opportunity, reading and understanding the current version of their FDD is a necessity. Considering the benefits of franchising, such as established brand recognition and support from the franchisor, it's important to also take into account franchise fees and franchising royalty fees. Since most franchisors are privately owned companies, the current versions of their FDDs are typically not available unless requested directly from them.

Click here to connect with a Franchise Consultant who can help you obtain a copy quickly and for free. They can also guide you through the essential franchise questions to ask, ensuring you make a well-informed decision about your investment.

Additional Information

Additional Categories

Fitness, Repair & Restoration, Home Services, Non Food Franchises

Number of Units Open

100+ UNITS

Cash Required

$100,000 - $250,000

Master Franchise

No

Passive Franchise

Yes

Home Based Franchise

Yes

Item 19 Franchise

Yes

Veteran Discount

No

B2B

Yes

Franchise Opportunities in Canada

Yes

International Franchise Opportunities

No

E2 Visa Franchise

No

Fitness Machine Technicians Franchises for Sale

Click Here to inquire about existing Fitness Machine Technicians franchises for sale. We may have Fitness Machine Technicians franchise resales. A franchise resale is an already established franchise owned by a franchisee and the franchisee is looking to sell their franchise.

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