D1 Sports franchise: cost, fees and total investment
Short answer: The D1 Sports franchise fee is $59,500 and the total initial investment ranges from $474,843 to $906,979, 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 D1 Sports FDD.
What are the D1 Sports franchise fees and investment?
The D1 Sports franchise requires a franchise fee of $59,500 and a total initial investment of $474,843 to $906,979. 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) | $59,500 |
|---|---|
| Total initial investment (FDD Item 7) | $474,843 to $906,979 |
| Minimum liquid cash | $115,000 |
| US locations | 129 |
| Industry | Fitness (Fitness Center) |
| Headquarters | Franklin, Tennessee |
| Founded | 2014 |
| Franchising since | 2015 |
How does the D1 Sports investment compare with other fitness franchises?
D1 Sports's minimum investment of $474,843 is above the median minimum investment of $202,548 across the 260 fitness franchises in the SelectFranchiseList database. 47 of the other 259 brands in this industry start at a higher investment. Its franchise fee starting at $59,500 compares with an industry median of $42,500.
By minimum investment, D1 Sports belongs with franchises from $250,000 to $500,000.
What should you verify in the D1 Sports FDD?
Verify six parts of the D1 Sports 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 D1 Sports 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 D1 Sports?
These fitness franchises have the closest minimum investment to D1 Sports:
| Franchise | Franchise fee | Total investment |
|---|---|---|
| Discover Strength | $58,000 | $472,000 to $838,500 |
| Title Boxing Club | $49,500 | $468,698 to $944,442 |
| Modo Yoga | $50,000 | $463,450 to $931,050 |
| Studio Pilates International | $50,000 | $486,950 to $860,150 |
| Anytime Fitness | $42,500 | $458,826 to $907,607 |
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Frequently asked questions
How much does a D1 Sports franchise cost?
The total initial investment for a D1 Sports franchise ranges from $474,843 to $906,979, including a franchise fee of $59,500, 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 D1 Sports franchise?
D1 Sports 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 D1 Sports locations are there?
D1 Sports reported 129 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 D1 Sports been franchising?
D1 Sports 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. D1 Sports and its trademarks belong to their owner; SelectFranchiseList is not affiliated with or endorsed by D1 Sports. This page is not an offer to sell a franchise. Only the franchisor's current FDD is authoritative.