Cardio Barre franchise: cost, fees and total investment
Short answer: The Cardio Barre franchise fee is $15,000 and the total initial investment ranges from $18,400 to $51,500, with about $5,000 in liquid cash required, based on franchise disclosure data compiled in October 2026. Confirm current figures in Items 5 and 7 of the Cardio Barre FDD.
What are the Cardio Barre franchise fees and investment?
The Cardio Barre franchise requires a franchise fee of $15,000 and a total initial investment of $18,400 to $51,500. The franchise fee is one line inside the total investment, which also covers location, equipment, opening inventory and working capital.
| Franchise fee (FDD Item 5) | $15,000 |
|---|---|
| Total initial investment (FDD Item 7) | $18,400 to $51,500 |
| Minimum liquid cash | $5,000 |
| US locations | 16 |
| Industry | Fitness (Fitness Center) |
| Headquarters | Studio City, California |
| Founded | 2007 |
| Franchising since | 2007 |
How does the Cardio Barre investment compare with other fitness franchises?
Cardio Barre's minimum investment of $18,400 is at or below the median minimum investment of $202,548 across the 260 fitness franchises in the SelectFranchiseList database. 249 of the other 259 brands in this industry start at a higher investment. Its franchise fee starting at $15,000 compares with an industry median of $42,500.
By minimum investment, Cardio Barre belongs with franchises under $50,000.
What should you verify in the Cardio Barre FDD?
Verify six parts of the Cardio Barre Franchise Disclosure Document before you sign, because figures change with every annual FDD:
- Item 5 and Item 6: the current franchise fee, royalty, marketing fund and technology fees.
- Item 7: the full investment range by expense line, including working capital.
- Item 19: whether Cardio Barre discloses financial performance data, and which units it covers.
- Item 20: openings, closures and transfers, plus contacts for current and former franchisees.
- Item 21: the franchisor's audited financial statements.
- Item 12: whether your territory is protected.
The full list of Items is in the FDD guide. You must receive the FDD at least 14 calendar days before you sign a binding agreement or pay any money.
Which franchises are similar to Cardio Barre?
These fitness franchises have the closest minimum investment to Cardio Barre:
| Franchise | Franchise fee | Total investment |
|---|---|---|
| Parisi Speed School | $3,500 to $6,000 | $18,250 to $183,500 |
| The Compound | $8,000 | $17,250 to $39,900 |
| Benefit Personal Training | $16,000 | $21,200 to $35,400 |
| Brickhouse Cardio Club | $14,900 | $22,450 to $39,350 |
| Centro Chiropractic Clinic | $12,500 | $24,250 to $310,150 |
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Frequently asked questions
How much does a Cardio Barre franchise cost?
The total initial investment for a Cardio Barre franchise ranges from $18,400 to $51,500, including a franchise fee of $15,000, according to franchise disclosure data compiled in October 2026. The exact amount depends on location, build-out and working capital, as shown in Item 7 of the FDD.
How much cash do you need to open a Cardio Barre franchise?
Cardio Barre lists a minimum of about $5,000 in liquid cash. Lenders usually finance part of the remaining investment, and the franchisor confirms its capital requirements during qualification.
How many Cardio Barre locations are there?
Cardio Barre reported 16 US locations in the data compiled in October 2026. Item 20 of the FDD shows openings, closures and transfers for the last three years.
How long has Cardio Barre been franchising?
Cardio Barre started offering franchises in 2007 after the company was founded in 2007.
Figures are compiled from franchise disclosure data and public franchise listings as of October 2026 and may have changed. Cardio Barre and its trademarks belong to their owner; SelectFranchiseList is not affiliated with or endorsed by Cardio Barre. This page is not an offer to sell a franchise. Only the franchisor's current FDD is authoritative.