Fitness Franchise

Revl Training Sees Success With Whoop-Sponsored Fitness Competition

Revl Training is leveraging studio growth and in-person competitions to build global brand equity, eyeing new markets in Asia and North America.

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Franchisee Spotlight: Strong Pilates in Garwood, NJ

How a CMO-turned-franchisee bet big on Strong Pilates’ programming and marketing freedom — and grew from zero to 300 members in 60 days

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UBX Signs Master Franchise Agreement, Eyes Big Expansion in UK & Ireland

Fight Path Ltd plans to expand boxing and strength training studio UBX across the U.K. and Ireland, eyeing 40 to 50 new locations.

Pilates Addiction Tops 200 Territories Sold, Plans To Open 100+ Studios in 2026

The Sequel Brands-owned Pilates Addiction has enjoyed an explosive year of growth, with ambitious expansion planned for 2026.

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Aligned Fitness Acquires 13 Club Pilates Studios

Private equity-backed Aligned Fitness has grown its Club Pilates footprint to 47 studios, fueled by new Southeast acquisitions.

Chris Rondeau with the Panobianco team

Ex-Planet Fitness CEO Joins Brazil Gym Chain Panobianco, Eyes Latin America Growth

Chris Rondeau sees the potential for explosive growth similar to Planet Fitness for Panobianco Academia, Brazil’s largest gym franchisor.

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Hotworx Hits 800 Studios Amid Steady Franchise Demand

Hotworx's expansion has accelerated in recent years, fueled by a steady stream of new U.S. openings and growing international activity.

9Round Kickboxing Fitness CEO Heather

CEO Corner: 9Round Kickboxing’s Heather Hudson on Staying True to Your Brand

Heather Hudson and her husband, Shannon, founded 9Round Kickboxing Fitness in 2008, turning it into a thriving franchise with hundreds of locations.

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Barre3 Expands Into South America With Chile Franchise Deal

Barre3 is entering South America with a February 2026 Santiago studio as the brand expands globally and seeks new franchise partners.

JetSet Pilates Unveils Miami HQ Ahead of Training Hub Rollout

JetSet Pilates has opened a Miami headquarters after a 546% membership surge and will launch regional training centers starting in 2026.