Risk Score
Pending analysis
Investment Range
$119,750 - $1,826,600
Min Cash Required
$15,000
Total US Locations
17
Business Summary
Fitness Premier is a full-service health club that offers members 24/7 access to various fitness amenities and services. These include strength machines, free weights, cardio equipment, group training, nutrition guidance, and relax and restore suites. The club aims to provide a comprehensive fitness and wellness experience for its members.
Corporate History
FP Franchising, LLC, which operates as Fitness Premier, was established as an Illinois limited liability company on July 18, 2016. The company began offering franchises in January 2017.
Financial Overview
Investment Range
$119,750 - $1,826,600
Franchise Fee (High)
$49,500
Minimum Cash Required
$15,000
Royalty %
6%
Marketing %
2%
Equipment Costs (Low)
$340,000
Equipment Costs (High)
$1,340,000
Working Capital
$32,500
Audited Financials
Yes
Offers Financing
No
Audit Opinion
Unqualified opinion
Financial Health Notes
The FDD highlights that Fitness Premier's financial condition, as reflected in its financial statements, calls into question its ability to provide services and support to franchisees. In 2024, the company reported a net loss of $26,190. While the auditors issued an unqualified opinion, this specific risk note indicates potential financial challenges for the franchisor.
Financing Details
Fitness Premier does not offer any direct or indirect financing to its franchisees. Additionally, Fitness Premier does not guarantee any franchisee's notes, leases, or other financial obligations.
Performance Metrics
Total US Locations
17
Franchised Units
3
Corporate Units
14
Avg Square Footage
13,750
Franchising Since
2017
Legal & Compliance Analysis
Recent Litigation
No
Bankruptcy
No
Litigation Summary
Fitness Premier has no litigation required to be disclosed in Item 3 of its FDD.
Bankruptcy History
Fitness Premier has no bankruptcy information required to be disclosed in Item 4 of its FDD.
Agreement Terms
Initial Term
10 years
Renewal Term
10 years
Renewal Conditions
To renew their franchise, Fitness Premier franchisees must comply with the terms of their Franchise Agreement, provide 180 days prior written notice of their request, sign the then-current Franchise Agreement and related agreements for the renewal term, sign a general release in favor of the franchisor, pay a renewal fee, remodel and upgrade their club to meet current brand standards, and secure the legal right to continue occupying their club location. Owners must also comply with their agreements and personally guarantee the terms of the new agreement.
Training & Support Program
Franchisor Assistance
Fitness Premier provides pre-opening assistance that includes granting the franchise, defining the designated territory, providing access to its confidential Operations Manuals, reviewing and approving the franchisee's chosen site, and offering a list of approved suppliers for signs, equipment, furniture, and fixtures. The franchisor also identifies the club on its website and provides initial training for the managing owner and one manager. Post-opening, Fitness Premier offers supplemental training, ongoing communication of operating standards, marketing standards and approval, a list of approved vendors, potential annual system conferences, and administration of a brand development fund. An affiliate, Premier Total Solutions Corporation, provides continued assistance and support including software support, accounting, payroll, human resources, leadership, and development services.
Initial Training Hours
40
Training Location
Frankfort, Illinois
Ongoing Support
After opening, Fitness Premier franchisees may be required to participate in supplemental on-site training or system-wide training programs, with fees for additional attendees or on-site trainers plus expenses. The franchisor continuously communicates operating standards, marketing standards, and updates to approved vendors. Franchisees may be required to attend an annual system conference, with an attendance fee charged. An affiliate, Premier Total Solutions Corporation, provides continued assistance and support services, including ABC Financial software support, accounting, payroll, human resources, leadership, and development, for a monthly fee of $3,150, which is reduced to $1,575 per month for the fifth to tenth club locations.
Franchise Requirements
Industry Experience Required
No
Management Experience Required
Yes
Sales Experience Required
No
Technical Skills Required
No
Operational Details
Location Type
Retail
Owner Participation
Supervisory
Territory Type
Limited
Territory Size Requirements
Fitness Premier's designated territory for a club will generally be the smaller of a 2.5-mile radius from the club location or an area encompassing a population of 50,000 people. If the club is in a shopping mall or similar facility with a captive market, the territory may be limited to that facility's physical boundaries. Territories can be defined by zip code, boundary streets, highways, or county lines.