SHAPES Clubs franchise: cost, fees and total investment
Short answer: The SHAPES Clubs franchise fee is $42,500 to $50,000 and the total initial investment ranges from $191,300 to $587,000, with about $60,000 in liquid cash required, based on franchise disclosure data compiled in October 2026. Confirm current figures in Items 5 and 7 of the SHAPES Clubs FDD.
What are the SHAPES Clubs franchise fees and investment?
The SHAPES Clubs franchise requires a franchise fee of $42,500 to $50,000 and a total initial investment of $191,300 to $587,000. 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) | $42,500 to $50,000 |
|---|---|
| Total initial investment (FDD Item 7) | $191,300 to $587,000 |
| Minimum liquid cash | $60,000 |
| US locations | 7 |
| Industry | Fitness (Boutique) |
| Headquarters | Boca Raton, Florida |
| Founded | 2012 |
| Franchising since | 2013 |
How does the SHAPES Clubs investment compare with other fitness franchises?
SHAPES Clubs's minimum investment of $191,300 is at or below the median minimum investment of $202,548 across the 260 fitness franchises in the SelectFranchiseList database. 141 of the other 259 brands in this industry start at a higher investment. Its franchise fee starting at $42,500 compares with an industry median of $42,500.
By minimum investment, SHAPES Clubs belongs with franchises from $100,000 to $250,000.
What should you verify in the SHAPES Clubs FDD?
Verify six parts of the SHAPES Clubs 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 SHAPES Clubs 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 SHAPES Clubs?
These fitness franchises have the closest minimum investment to SHAPES Clubs:
| Franchise | Franchise fee | Total investment |
|---|---|---|
| iFlex Stretch Studios | $65,000 | $191,503 to $368,207 |
| Tee Box | $49,500 | $190,200 to $313,294 |
| Honor Yoga | $49,108 | $192,608 to $360,108 |
| btone FITNESS | $50,000 | $193,549 to $305,304 |
| Alignlife | $49,000 | $194,070 to $364,246 |
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Frequently asked questions
How much does a SHAPES Clubs franchise cost?
The total initial investment for a SHAPES Clubs franchise ranges from $191,300 to $587,000, including a franchise fee of $42,500 to $50,000, 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 SHAPES Clubs franchise?
SHAPES Clubs lists a minimum of about $60,000 in liquid cash. Lenders usually finance part of the remaining investment, and the franchisor confirms its capital requirements during qualification.
How many SHAPES Clubs locations are there?
SHAPES Clubs reported 7 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 SHAPES Clubs been franchising?
SHAPES Clubs started offering franchises in 2013 after the company was founded in 2012.
Figures are compiled from franchise disclosure data and public franchise listings as of October 2026 and may have changed. SHAPES Clubs and its trademarks belong to their owner; SelectFranchiseList is not affiliated with or endorsed by SHAPES Clubs. This page is not an offer to sell a franchise. Only the franchisor's current FDD is authoritative.