GForce Gyms^®

Health & Wellness • Year: 2025

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What Is GForce Gyms?

GForce Gyms is a franchise in the children's fitness category that grants the right to operate a GForce gymnastics facility offering group gymnastics and parkour training for children up to 18. The operational model is a single-location, brick-and-mortar facility serving individual consumers (B2C), principally parents and guardians seeking classes and activities for their children. The core service bundle includes group gymnastics and parkour classes, after-school programs, camps, and birthday parties delivered under the GForce System (distinctive trade dress, instructional methods, inventory, and procedures).

GForce Gyms Franchise: Pros and Cons

The franchise shows strong system stability and low legal risk, with zero outlet terminations, non‑renewals, or reacquisitions and no disclosed lawsuits, judgments, penalties, or enforcement actions. However, the $47,500 initial franchise fee is higher than Health and Wellness industry norms, increasing upfront capital needs and reducing funds for build-out.

Pros

Zero outlet terminations, non‑renewals, and reacquisitions - far fewer operator exits than is usual in Health & Wellness, which points to greater system stability and lower turnover risk for franchisees.

No disclosed lawsuits, zero franchisee‑initiated judgments or settlements, no government penalties/orders, no franchisor enforcement actions, and no fraud cases - a clean legal and regulatory record that reduces legal distraction and potential unexpected liabilities versus typical peers.

Item 7 reserve requirement of $0 and no required manager equity - lowers the cash cushion you must hold and gives you flexibility on manager ownership, leaving more cash on hand for build-out and early operating needs compared with industry norms.

Cons

The initial franchise fee is $47,500, which is higher than the industry standard for Health & Wellness and increases your upfront cash requirement, leaving less capital available for construction and startup expenses.

Lawsuits & Legal Risk

100

Excellent

GForce Gyms reported no material legal proceedings,

Territory Protection

51/100

Good

GForce Gyms grants a single, non-exclusive, site-specific protected territory (marked map/contiguous ZIP codes; ~150,000 residents) for one outlet, with site approval and relocation subject to franchisor consent and fees. Rights are contingent on performance/default status; franchisor may develop nearby units and sell via alternative/e-commerce channels; no right of first refusal.

Training & Support

54/100

NORMAL

GForce Gyms provides a Focused 65-hour training curriculum designed to prepare three managerial staff members for launch. The program includes on-site launch assistance as operational readiness support; on-site support carries additional fees, and franchisees are responsible for travel and living expenses.

How Much Does It Cost to Open a GForce Gyms Franchise?

Opening a GForce Gyms franchise requires a total initial investment of $217,000 to $467,500, according to the 2025 Franchise Disclosure Document. This range covers the franchise fee, real estate, equipment, training, and initial working capital needed to launch and operate through the early months.

Minimum Investment

$217,000

Franchise Fee

Real Estate

Equipment & Assets

Reserves

Training

Other

Maximum Investment

$467,500

Minimum Investment Breakdown

Franchise Fee$55,000

Real Estate$30,000

Equipment & Assets$113,000

Reserves$0

Training$2,500

Other$16,500

Maximum Investment Breakdown

Franchise Fee$55,000

Real Estate$82,000

Equipment & Assets$207,000

Reserves$75,000

Training$5,000

Other$43,500

Investment Analysis

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The initial investment amounts shown are estimates only. Actual costs may vary based on location size, business model, and multi-unit ownership arrangements. We recommend reviewing the full Franchise Disclosure Document for complete details.

How Much Do GForce Gyms Franchise Owners Make?

GForce Gyms franchise locations reported average gross sales of $1,197,435 and median gross sales of $1,275,091 in 2025, based on financial performance data disclosed in Item 19 of the Franchise Disclosure Document.

Average Gross Sales:

$1,197,435

Median Gross Sales:

$1,275,091

High Gross Sales:

$1,621,892

Low Gross Sales:

$563,688

Sample Size:

Percent Attaining Average:

66.7%

Audit Status:

Unaudited

Franchise vs Corporate Performance: No franchised outlet data is provided for 2024; all financials are for six affiliate-owned outlets, so a direct comparison between franchisee and corporate performance is not possible from this Item 19.

Performance Variability Analysis: Reported gross revenues range from 563,688.14 to 1,621,891.77 with an average of 1,197,435.29 and net profits ranging from 116,836.76 to 735,618.81, indicating substantial variation in location performance within the six outlets.

Data Scope and Limitations: The sample is small (six affiliate-owned outlets), the figures are explicitly unaudited, and affiliate outlets are not subject to the fees and territorial restrictions franchisees would face, so results may not be representative of franchisee outcomes.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is GForce Gyms a good franchise to own?

Whether GForce Gyms is a good franchise depends on your goals, experience, and local market. Key factors from the 2025 FDD: GForce Gyms operates 7 locations, received a legal risk score of 100/100, a training and support score of 54/100. Financial performance data is disclosed in Item 19. Prospective franchisees should review the full Franchise Disclosure Document and consult with a franchise attorney before making any investment decision.

Is a GForce Gyms franchise worth the investment?

The value of a GForce Gyms franchise investment depends on factors such as location, operator experience, and market demand. The initial investment ranges from $217,000 to $467,500. GForce Gyms disclosed average gross sales of $1,197,435 in 2025. Franchise investments carry inherent risk, and prospective buyers should conduct thorough due diligence before committing capital.

How long does it take to break even with a GForce Gyms franchise?

Break-even timelines for GForce Gyms franchises are not disclosed in the 2025 Franchise Disclosure Document. Break-even periods vary significantly based on initial investment level, local market conditions, operating costs, and revenue ramp-up speed. Prospective franchisees should build a pro forma financial model using Item 7 cost estimates and, where available, Item 19 financial performance data from the FDD.

Is GForce Gyms a franchise or a corporate-owned business?

As of the 2025 FDD, GForce Gyms operates 1 franchised locations and 6 company-owned locations. Franchise opportunities are available through the franchisor's disclosure process.

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