Gym Guyz franchise: cost, fees and total investment
Short answer: The Gym Guyz franchise fee is $49,500 and the total initial investment ranges from $92,100 to $174,000, with about $25,000 in liquid cash required, based on franchise disclosure data compiled in October 2026. Confirm current figures in Items 5 and 7 of the Gym Guyz FDD.
What are the Gym Guyz franchise fees and investment?
The Gym Guyz franchise requires a franchise fee of $49,500 and a total initial investment of $92,100 to $174,000. 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) | $49,500 |
|---|---|
| Total initial investment (FDD Item 7) | $92,100 to $174,000 |
| Minimum liquid cash | $25,000 |
| US locations | 130 |
| Industry | Fitness |
| Headquarters | Melville, New York |
| Founded | 2013 |
| Franchising since | 2013 |
How does the Gym Guyz investment compare with other fitness franchises?
Gym Guyz's minimum investment of $92,100 is at or below the median minimum investment of $202,548 across the 260 fitness franchises in the SelectFranchiseList database. 215 of the other 259 brands in this industry start at a higher investment. Its franchise fee starting at $49,500 compares with an industry median of $42,500.
What should you verify in the Gym Guyz FDD?
Verify six parts of the Gym Guyz 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 Gym Guyz 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 Gym Guyz?
These fitness franchises have the closest minimum investment to Gym Guyz:
| Franchise | Franchise fee | Total investment |
|---|---|---|
| MyFit18 | $15,000 | $92,200 to $270,000 |
| Stretch Smart Infrared Therapy | $25,000 | $93,500 to $177,000 |
| JETSET | $60,000 | $93,745 to $121,995 |
| Grind Athletics | $49,500 | $93,876 to $117,536 |
| Neighborhood Barre | $49,000 | $94,040 to $266,000 |
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Frequently asked questions
How much does a Gym Guyz franchise cost?
The total initial investment for a Gym Guyz franchise ranges from $92,100 to $174,000, including a franchise fee of $49,500, 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 Gym Guyz franchise?
Gym Guyz lists a minimum of about $25,000 in liquid cash. Lenders usually finance part of the remaining investment, and the franchisor confirms its capital requirements during qualification.
How many Gym Guyz locations are there?
Gym Guyz reported 130 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 Gym Guyz been franchising?
Gym Guyz started offering franchises in 2013 after the company was founded in 2013.
Figures are compiled from franchise disclosure data and public franchise listings as of October 2026 and may have changed. Gym Guyz and its trademarks belong to their owner; SelectFranchiseList is not affiliated with or endorsed by Gym Guyz. This page is not an offer to sell a franchise. Only the franchisor's current FDD is authoritative.