Pure Barre franchise: cost, fees and total investment
Short answer: The Pure Barre franchise fee is $60,000 and the total initial investment ranges from $314,411 to $629,345, with about $80,000 in liquid cash required, based on franchise disclosure data compiled in October 2026. Confirm current figures in Items 5 and 7 of the Pure Barre FDD.
What are the Pure Barre franchise fees and investment?
The Pure Barre franchise requires a franchise fee of $60,000 and a total initial investment of $314,411 to $629,345. 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) | $60,000 |
|---|---|
| Total initial investment (FDD Item 7) | $314,411 to $629,345 |
| Minimum liquid cash | $80,000 |
| US locations | 617 |
| Industry | Fitness (Boutique) |
| Headquarters | Irvine, California |
| Founded | 2008 |
| Franchising since | 2009 |
How does the Pure Barre investment compare with other fitness franchises?
Pure Barre's minimum investment of $314,411 is above the median minimum investment of $202,548 across the 260 fitness franchises in the SelectFranchiseList database. 83 of the other 259 brands in this industry start at a higher investment. Its franchise fee starting at $60,000 compares with an industry median of $42,500.
By minimum investment, Pure Barre belongs with franchises from $250,000 to $500,000.
What should you verify in the Pure Barre FDD?
Verify six parts of the Pure Barre 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 Pure Barre 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 Pure Barre?
These fitness franchises have the closest minimum investment to Pure Barre:
| Franchise | Franchise fee | Total investment |
|---|---|---|
| Fitwall | $45,000 | $310,600 to $626,200 |
| The Bar Method | $42,500 | $304,304 to $511,232 |
| Ra Yoga | $45,000 | $327,850 to $813,500 |
| Iron Tribe Fitness | $42,000 | $300,000 to $433,500 |
| Athletic Republic | $55,000 to $60,000 | $299,900 to $673,500 |
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Frequently asked questions
How much does a Pure Barre franchise cost?
The total initial investment for a Pure Barre franchise ranges from $314,411 to $629,345, including a franchise fee of $60,000, 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 Pure Barre franchise?
Pure Barre lists a minimum of about $80,000 in liquid cash. Lenders usually finance part of the remaining investment, and the franchisor confirms its capital requirements during qualification.
How many Pure Barre locations are there?
Pure Barre reported 617 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 Pure Barre been franchising?
Pure Barre 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. Pure Barre and its trademarks belong to their owner; SelectFranchiseList is not affiliated with or endorsed by Pure Barre. This page is not an offer to sell a franchise. Only the franchisor's current FDD is authoritative.