CycleBar franchise: cost, fees and total investment
Short answer: The CycleBar franchise fee is $60,000 and the total initial investment ranges from $410,809 to $1,110,193, with about $115,000 in liquid cash required, based on franchise disclosure data compiled in October 2026. Confirm current figures in Items 5 and 7 of the CycleBar FDD.
What are the CycleBar franchise fees and investment?
The CycleBar franchise requires a franchise fee of $60,000 and a total initial investment of $410,809 to $1,110,193. 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) | $60,000 |
|---|---|
| Total initial investment (FDD Item 7) | $410,809 to $1,110,193 |
| Minimum liquid cash | $115,000 |
| US locations | 189 |
| Industry | Fitness (Boutique) |
| Headquarters | Irvine, California |
| Founded | 2014 |
| Franchising since | 2015 |
How does the CycleBar investment compare with other fitness franchises?
CycleBar's minimum investment of $410,809 is above the median minimum investment of $202,548 across the 260 fitness franchises in the SelectFranchiseList database. 61 of the other 259 brands in this industry start at a higher investment. Its franchise fee starting at $60,000 compares with an industry median of $42,500.
By minimum investment, CycleBar belongs with franchises from $250,000 to $500,000.
What should you verify in the CycleBar FDD?
Verify six parts of the CycleBar 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 CycleBar 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 CycleBar?
These fitness franchises have the closest minimum investment to CycleBar:
| Franchise | Franchise fee | Total investment |
|---|---|---|
| Barre 3 | $41,250 to $50,000 | $408,675 to $650,851 |
| Marucci Clubhouse | $35,000 | $415,500 to $932,000 |
| Regymen Fitness | $34,000 | $402,000 to $865,000 |
| Healthsource | $60,000 | $421,291 to $618,387 |
| Rush Cycle | $45,000 | $426,775 to $551,425 |
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Frequently asked questions
How much does a CycleBar franchise cost?
The total initial investment for a CycleBar franchise ranges from $410,809 to $1,110,193, including a franchise fee of $60,000, 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 CycleBar franchise?
CycleBar lists a minimum of about $115,000 in liquid cash. Lenders usually finance part of the remaining investment, and the franchisor confirms its capital requirements during qualification.
How many CycleBar locations are there?
CycleBar reported 189 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 CycleBar been franchising?
CycleBar started offering franchises in 2015 after the company was founded in 2014.
Figures are compiled from franchise disclosure data and public franchise listings as of October 2026 and may have changed. CycleBar and its trademarks belong to their owner; SelectFranchiseList is not affiliated with or endorsed by CycleBar. This page is not an offer to sell a franchise. Only the franchisor's current FDD is authoritative.