Risk Score
Pending analysis
Investment Range
$281,899 - $645,344
Franchise Fee
$39,000
Min Cash Required
$10,000
Total US Locations
365
Business Summary
Burn Boot Camp is a fitness boot camp that offers focused fitness programs in a group setting, complemented by nutritional and goal-setting assistance. Burn Boot Camp businesses provide fast-paced sessions taught by certified personal trainers and utilize an interactive Burn App to help members manage their fitness journey, book camps, and access online workouts. The programs are designed to be individually and family-centric, supporting members in achieving their fitness, nutritional, weight loss, muscle strength, and confidence goals.
Corporate History
Kline Franchising, Inc. was incorporated in North Carolina on October 9, 2014. The Burn Boot Camp concept was originally launched in April 2012, with its principals operating outlets through various affiliated entities. Burn Boot Camp began offering franchises for the operation of its fitness boot camp facilities on February 15, 2015.
Financial Overview
Investment Range
$281,899 - $645,344
Franchise Fee (Low)
$39,000
Franchise Fee (High)
$60,000
Minimum Cash Required
$10,000
Royalty %
6%
Marketing %
2%
Equipment Costs (Low)
$117,670
Equipment Costs (High)
$299,498
Working Capital
$20,000
Audited Financials
Yes
Offers Financing
No
Audit Opinion
Unqualified opinion
Financial Health Notes
The independent auditor of Burn Boot Camp has issued an unqualified opinion on its financial statements, indicating that they present fairly in all material respects. The auditor did not raise substantial doubt about Burn Boot Camp's ability to continue as a going concern. Burn Boot Camp shows a strong financial position with increasing cash balances year over year, reaching $2,004,534 in 2024. The company maintains healthy working capital, with current assets of over $7.1 million exceeding current liabilities of approximately $3.8 million as of December 31, 2024. Burn Boot Camp has also consistently reported substantial net income, ranging from $2.3 million to $4.5 million over the past three fiscal years.
Financing Details
Burn Boot Camp does not offer any direct or indirect financing options to its franchisees. Additionally, Burn Boot Camp does not guarantee any franchisee's lease, note, or other financial obligations. Franchisees are responsible for securing their own funding through third-party sources.
Performance Metrics
Total US Locations
365
Franchised Units
356
Corporate Units
9
Avg Square Footage
5,250
Franchising Since
2015
Legal & Compliance Analysis
Recent Litigation
No
Bankruptcy
No
Litigation Count
1
Litigation Summary
Burn Boot Camp has disclosed one past legal matter. In June 2016, the Virginia State Corporation Commission investigated Burn Boot Camp and its founder, Devan Kline, for selling three unregistered franchises in Virginia. Burn Boot Camp resolved this by offering rescission to the three affected entities, who accepted and received refunds of their initial fees. A settlement agreement in April 2017 dismissed the action, with Burn Boot Camp agreeing to pay $15,000 in penalties and $4,000 for costs, and to comply with the act. There is no other litigation required to be disclosed for Burn Boot Camp.
Bankruptcy History
Burn Boot Camp has no bankruptcy history to report.
Agreement Terms
Initial Term
5 years
Renewal Term
5 years
Renewal Conditions
To renew their franchise agreement, Burn Boot Camp franchisees must provide written notice to the franchisor not more than 18 months and not less than 12 months before the current term ends. They must be in full compliance with their franchise agreement and all other agreements with Burn Boot Camp, having timely met all financial obligations. Franchisees must also satisfy Burn Boot Camp's then-current qualification and education requirements. For the second renewal, a renewal fee of $10,000 is required. They must execute a general release of claims (if not conflicting with state law) and upgrade their facility, including signage, graphics, equipment, and furnishings, to meet Burn Boot Camp's current standards and specifications, at their own expense. Franchisees should be aware that they may need to sign a new franchise agreement with materially different terms.
Training & Support Program
Franchisor Assistance
Burn Boot Camp provides comprehensive assistance to its franchisees, starting with pre-opening support. This includes defining the territory, providing written specifications for all necessary equipment, software, and supplies, and delivering the Initial Inventory Package through its affiliate Burn Retail. Burn Boot Camp also provides a confidential Operations Manual, assists with lease approval, and offers an initial franchisee education program. For site selection, Burn Boot Camp reviews and approves proposed locations within 30 days and provides floor plan examples and mandatory construction specifications, requiring franchisees to hire an architect. After opening, ongoing assistance includes discretionary on-site supervision (with franchisees covering expenses), continuing education meetings, and participation in quarterly meetings or an annual convention. Burn Boot Camp provides updated lists of approved services, products, exercise equipment, and suppliers, and reviews requests for new items and advertising materials within 30 days. It also offers continuing education for new Operations Managers and Lead Trainers, establishes minimum and maximum pricing guidelines, and supports gift certificate and loyalty programs. Additionally, Burn Boot Camp provides a telephone helpline for questions during business hours and an online intranet system for communication, operational updates, and training materials. Optional virtual education opportunities are also available.
Initial Training Hours
90
Training Location
Corporate headquarters in Cornelius, North Carolina
Ongoing Support
Burn Boot Camp provides ongoing support to its franchisees through various channels after their business opens. This includes on-site supervision and assistance for membership sales, fitness programs, equipment operation, customer service, and general operational matters, with franchisees covering travel expenses. Burn Boot Camp also offers continuing education meetings and conducts quarterly meetings or an annual convention, for which franchisees pay a fee and expenses. Burn Boot Camp provides updated lists of approved services, products, exercise equipment, and suppliers, and reviews requests for new items and advertising materials within 30 days. Continuing education is provided for new Operations Managers and Lead Trainers. Additionally, Burn Boot Camp offers regular conference calls for guidance, a free telephone helpline during business hours, and an online intranet system for communication, operational updates, and training materials.
Franchise Requirements
Ideal Candidate Profile
Burn Boot Camp seeks qualified candidates with strong financial resources, experience in the fitness industry, and general business acumen, along with solid marketing and sales plans. Ideal franchisees or their designated Operations Manager and Lead Trainer must successfully complete Burn Boot Camp's education programs. The Operations Manager oversees the business operations, while the Lead Trainer is responsible for the training regimen.
Industry Experience Required
No
Management Experience Required
No
Sales Experience Required
No
Technical Skills Required
Yes
Operational Details
Location Type
Retail
Owner Participation
Supervisory
Territory Type
Protected
Territory Size Requirements
Burn Boot Camp grants a protected territory defined by a specific radius around the business location. If the population within a 3-mile radius is less than 50,000 people, the territory will encompass that 3-mile radius. If the population within a 3-mile radius exceeds 50,000 people, the territory will be defined by a smaller radius from the business location that results in a population of exactly 50,000 within that territory. Population data is based on census data used by Burn Boot Camp's territory mapping software.
Staffing Notes
Burn Boot Camp requires franchisees to employ specific staff roles. Each business must have one Lead Trainer responsible for overseeing the training regimen, who must successfully complete the designated franchisee education program for trainers. The franchisee can serve as the Lead Trainer with prior written consent. Additionally, an Operations Manager is required to personally oversee the business's operations, and this individual must complete the franchisee education program for operations managers; the franchisee can also serve in this role with prior written consent. A full-time "Burn Ambassador" must also be employed. Beyond these specific roles, franchisees must hire enough support trainers and staff to provide all approved services, including childwatch services, though the childwatch requirement may be waived at Burn Boot Camp's discretion if it's not expected by customers at a particular location.