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How Much Does a World Gym Franchise Cost?

2025 Franchise Disclosure Document (FDD) Data

A World Gym franchise costs between $789,500 and $2,765,000 in total initial investment, according to the 2025 Franchise Disclosure Document. The initial franchise fee is $25,000.

$789,500

Minimum Investment

$2,765,000

Maximum Investment

$25,000

Franchise Fee

World Gym Franchise Fee

Initial Franchise Fee $25,000

Fee Range $12,500 – $25,000

Item 7 Fee Estimate $25,000

World Gym Total Investment Breakdown

Here is the itemized breakdown of costs to open a World Gym franchise, as reported in the 2025 FDD Item 7 (Estimated Initial Investment).

Minimum Investment

Maximum Investment

Franchise Fee $25,000

Initial Franchise Fee Lump Sum Single payment $25,000

Real Estate $270,000 – $960,000

Build-out and Leasehold Improvements As Arranged $250,000 – $900,000

Lease Deposits Lump Sum $20,000 – $60,000

Equipment & Assets $357,000 – $1,350,000

Equipment Costs As Arranged $250,000 – $850,000

Audio/Visual Equipment As Arranged $15,000 – $300,000

Signs and Branding As Arranged $25,000 – $90,000

Initial Inventory As Arranged $40,000 – $50,000

Food & Beverage Equipment & Supplies As Arranged $7,000 – $25,000

Furniture And Displays As Arranged $15,000 – $20,000

Office Equipment and Supplies As Arranged $5,000 – $15,000

Training $5,000 – $10,000

Initial Training Expenses Lump Sum $5,000 – $10,000

Working Capital & Reserves $75,000 – $250,000

Additional Funds (3 - 6 Months) As Arranged $75,000 – $250,000

Other Costs $57,500 – $170,000

Pre-Opening Sales Program As Arranged $30,000 – $60,000

Insurance Lump Sum $15,000 – $50,000

Licenses and Bonds Lump Sum $2,500 – $25,000

Professional Fees As Arranged $5,000 – $20,000

Utilities Lump Sum As incurred $5,000 – $15,000

Total Estimated Investment $789,500 – $2,765,000

How Does World Gym Compare to Other Health & Wellness Franchises?

World Gym's minimum investment of $789,500 is above the Health & Wellness industry median. The median minimum investment for Health & Wellness franchises is $241,400.

$789,500

World Gym Min

$241,400

Health & Wellness Median Min

$2,765,000

World Gym Max

$521,842

Health & Wellness Median Max

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Frequently Asked Questions

How much does it cost to open a World Gym?

The total startup cost for a World Gym franchise ranges from $789,500 to $2,765,000, according to the 2025 Franchise Disclosure Document (FDD) Item 7. The largest cost category is Equipment & Assets at $357,000 to $1,350,000.

How much is the World Gym franchise fee?

The World Gym franchise fee is $25,000, with a range of $12,500 to $25,000 depending on the agreement, as disclosed in the 2025 FDD. This is a one-time upfront fee paid to the franchisor and is separate from the total initial investment.

Is World Gym a good investment?

World Gym requires a total franchise investment of $789,500 to $2,765,000 and scores Legal Risk: 100/100, Training: 50/100 in our FDD analysis. See our full World Gym franchise review for a detailed assessment of risks, territory, and support.

How much does a World Gym franchise owner make?

World Gym's 2025 FDD does not include Item 19 financial performance data, so franchise owner earnings figures are not publicly available from this source.