Fitness 19 franchise: cost, fees and total investment
Short answer: The Fitness 19 franchise fee is $15,000 and the total initial investment ranges from $650,190 to $1,742,100, with about $185,000 in liquid cash required, based on franchise disclosure data compiled in October 2026. Confirm current figures in Items 5 and 7 of the Fitness 19 FDD.
What are the Fitness 19 franchise fees and investment?
The Fitness 19 franchise requires a franchise fee of $15,000 and a total initial investment of $650,190 to $1,742,100. 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) | $650,190 to $1,742,100 |
| Minimum liquid cash | $185,000 |
| US locations | 95 |
| Industry | Fitness (Fitness Center) |
| Headquarters | Gig Harbor, Washington |
| Founded | 2008 |
| Franchising since | 2009 |
How does the Fitness 19 investment compare with other fitness franchises?
Fitness 19's minimum investment of $650,190 is above the median minimum investment of $202,548 across the 260 fitness franchises in the SelectFranchiseList database. 30 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, Fitness 19 belongs with franchises over $500,000.
What should you verify in the Fitness 19 FDD?
Verify six parts of the Fitness 19 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 Fitness 19 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 Fitness 19?
These fitness franchises have the closest minimum investment to Fitness 19:
| Franchise | Franchise fee | Total investment |
|---|---|---|
| Shoot 360 | $60,000 | $658,500 to $2,143,000 |
| Matterhorn Fit Facility | $50,000 | $637,324 to $1,988,923 |
| Blink | $10,000 | $618,800 to $2,334,100 |
| The Warrior Factory | $50,000 | $685,500 to $1,058,700 |
| Structural Elements | $55,000 | $693,450 to $1,448,815 |
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Frequently asked questions
How much does a Fitness 19 franchise cost?
The total initial investment for a Fitness 19 franchise ranges from $650,190 to $1,742,100, 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 Fitness 19 franchise?
Fitness 19 lists a minimum of about $185,000 in liquid cash. Lenders usually finance part of the remaining investment, and the franchisor confirms its capital requirements during qualification.
How many Fitness 19 locations are there?
Fitness 19 reported 95 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 Fitness 19 been franchising?
Fitness 19 started offering franchises in 2009 after the company was founded in 2008.
Figures are compiled from franchise disclosure data and public franchise listings as of October 2026 and may have changed. Fitness 19 and its trademarks belong to their owner; SelectFranchiseList is not affiliated with or endorsed by Fitness 19. This page is not an offer to sell a franchise. Only the franchisor's current FDD is authoritative.