Jazzercise franchise: cost, fees and total investment
Short answer: The Jazzercise franchise fee is $1,250 and the total initial investment ranges from $3,935 to $40,725, 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 Jazzercise FDD.
What are the Jazzercise franchise fees and investment?
The Jazzercise franchise requires a franchise fee of $1,250 and a total initial investment of $3,935 to $40,725. 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) | $1,250 |
|---|---|
| Total initial investment (FDD Item 7) | $3,935 to $40,725 |
| Minimum liquid cash | $5,000 |
| US locations | 5,251 |
| Industry | Fitness (Boutique) |
| Headquarters | Carlsbad, California |
| Founded | 1979 |
| Franchising since | 1982 |
How does the Jazzercise investment compare with other fitness franchises?
Jazzercise's minimum investment of $3,935 is at or below the median minimum investment of $202,548 across the 260 fitness franchises in the SelectFranchiseList database. 258 of the other 259 brands in this industry start at a higher investment. Its franchise fee starting at $1,250 compares with an industry median of $42,500.
By minimum investment, Jazzercise belongs with franchises under $50,000.
What should you verify in the Jazzercise FDD?
Verify six parts of the Jazzercise 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 Jazzercise 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 Jazzercise?
These fitness franchises have the closest minimum investment to Jazzercise:
| Franchise | Franchise fee | Total investment |
|---|---|---|
| Kuk Sool Won | $500 to $24,000 | $2,895 to $70,800 |
| Baby Boot Camp | $5,300 | $6,120 to $10,249 |
| Moms On The Run | $6,495 | $8,115 to $15,695 |
| FIT4MOM | $1,995 to $13,395 | $8,245 to $28,685 |
| Gokhale Method Institute | $4,000 | $8,531 to $23,422 |
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Frequently asked questions
How much does a Jazzercise franchise cost?
The total initial investment for a Jazzercise franchise ranges from $3,935 to $40,725, including a franchise fee of $1,250, 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 Jazzercise franchise?
Jazzercise 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 Jazzercise locations are there?
Jazzercise reported 5,251 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 Jazzercise been franchising?
Jazzercise started offering franchises in 1982 after the company was founded in 1979.
Figures are compiled from franchise disclosure data and public franchise listings as of October 2026 and may have changed. Jazzercise and its trademarks belong to their owner; SelectFranchiseList is not affiliated with or endorsed by Jazzercise. This page is not an offer to sell a franchise. Only the franchisor's current FDD is authoritative.