$464K EBITDA Four Unit Fitness Franchisee in High-Growth Tennessee Metro Area

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November 13, 2025

by an intermediary from University of Pennsylvania - The Wharton School in Denver, CO, USA

This is a great opportunity for an energized, focused new owner to acquire four established fitness studios in a high growth Tennessee metro area. With over 90% of revenue from recurring memberships and an average member tenure of 2.5+ years, the business offers strong cash flow, brand equity, and scalability. The studios are located within 15 minutes of each other and operate under a globally recognized fitness brand with robust franchisor support. Studios currently serve 2,198 members and have capacity to scale to ~4,700 without additional space. In addition to the studios being located in high growth neighborhoods, the franchisor is rapidly expanding strategic partnerships, piloting industry leading programs, and pioneering the integration of technology into their workout formats. These priorities create a unique opportunity to strengthen performance training offerings and draw in a substantial community of competitive fitness enthusiasts. Facilities: The business includes four studios located in high-traffic, retail-anchored areas of the metro area. Each studio is fully equipped with most equipment purchased between 2021–2025 and over two years of useful life remaining. Studios range from 3,000 to 4,090 square feet and are leased with renewal options. Recent renovations include new desks, signage, lighting, and graphics, ensuring modern and welcoming environments for members. Market: Consumers are shifting towards boutique fitness concepts, preferring group workouts, structured training programs, and community engagement over traditional gyms. The demand for high-intensity interval training (HIIT), strength training, and specialized coaching is rising, presenting opportunities for innovative fitness centers. Competition: A mix of big-box gyms, boutique fitness studios, and CrossFit training centers. Growth & Expansion: New ownership can energize operations through stronger marketing, deeper community engagement, and improved studio performance. Partnerships with universities, hospitals, and corporate wellness groups offer scalable, low-cost growth. Rapid residential and commercial development creates near-term membership upside and potential satellite studios. National brand initiatives will lift retention and unit economics, while new tech and medically informed, data-driven workouts enhance experience and revenue. Financing: SBA financing pre-approved. Support & Training: Franchisees receive multi-day headquarters training covering brand, operations, marketing, finance, real estate, and technology. They also receive on-the-ground business and fitness support plus ongoing access to franchisor tools for lead management, performance tracking, and marketing. The seller will provide 40 hours of support in the first month post-closing. Reason for Selling: The owner is exiting due to caregiving requirements for family members.
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Reply by a searcher
from University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill in Charlotte, NC, USA
Any chance you can share how long the business has been in operation?
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Reply by an intermediary
from University of Pennsylvania in Denver, CO, USA
First location opened May 2014
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