Premier Martial Arts franchise: cost, fees and total investment
Short answer: The Premier Martial Arts franchise fee is $49,500 and the total initial investment ranges from $108,476 to $318,237, with about $30,000 in liquid cash required, based on franchise disclosure data compiled in October 2026. Confirm current figures in Items 5 and 7 of the Premier Martial Arts FDD.
What are the Premier Martial Arts franchise fees and investment?
The Premier Martial Arts franchise requires a franchise fee of $49,500 and a total initial investment of $108,476 to $318,237. 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) | $108,476 to $318,237 |
| Minimum liquid cash | $30,000 |
| US locations | 175 |
| Industry | Fitness (Sports) |
| Headquarters | Knoxville, Tennessee |
| Founded | 2018 |
| Franchising since | 2018 |
How does the Premier Martial Arts investment compare with other fitness franchises?
Premier Martial Arts's minimum investment of $108,476 is at or below the median minimum investment of $202,548 across the 260 fitness franchises in the SelectFranchiseList database. 197 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.
By minimum investment, Premier Martial Arts belongs with franchises from $100,000 to $250,000.
What should you verify in the Premier Martial Arts FDD?
Verify six parts of the Premier Martial Arts 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 Premier Martial Arts 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 Premier Martial Arts?
These fitness franchises have the closest minimum investment to Premier Martial Arts:
| Franchise | Franchise fee | Total investment |
|---|---|---|
| Blush Boot Camp | $49,500 | $108,500 to $480,500 |
| Neaumixfit Studio | $29,500 | $108,700 to $235,500 |
| iLoveKickboxing | $14,900 to $24,900 | $111,049 to $383,700 |
| Amped Fitness | $25,000 | $112,000 to $343,995 |
| Personal Training Institute | $10,000 to $20,000 | $112,050 to $221,500 |
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Frequently asked questions
How much does a Premier Martial Arts franchise cost?
The total initial investment for a Premier Martial Arts franchise ranges from $108,476 to $318,237, 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 Premier Martial Arts franchise?
Premier Martial Arts lists a minimum of about $30,000 in liquid cash. Lenders usually finance part of the remaining investment, and the franchisor confirms its capital requirements during qualification.
How many Premier Martial Arts locations are there?
Premier Martial Arts reported 175 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 Premier Martial Arts been franchising?
Premier Martial Arts started offering franchises in 2018 after the company was founded in 2018.
Figures are compiled from franchise disclosure data and public franchise listings as of October 2026 and may have changed. Premier Martial Arts and its trademarks belong to their owner; SelectFranchiseList is not affiliated with or endorsed by Premier Martial Arts. This page is not an offer to sell a franchise. Only the franchisor's current FDD is authoritative.