Gym Franchise Case Studies

First-time franchisee thriving after turning his hand to gym ownership
Updated 18 Feb 2025

Mark Williams’ Truro-based gym is off to a flying start thanks to his hard work and Snap Fitness’ end-to-end support
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How Savvas Kyriacou grew the Muscleworks gym franchise
Updated 03 Oct 2024

The brand was established in London in 1988 at a tiny space in Bethnal Green. Now, it operates as London’s bodybuilding...
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“I was looking at fitness franchises and read about the brand and thought it was the kind of thing I’d join.”
Updated 23 Aug 2023

Steve Covus made the ambitious decision to open a Hitsona studio overseas in Kentucky, US. He explains what the experience has...
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“We have the highest rated fitness facility in our city on Google with nearly 100 five-star reviews.”
Updated 23 Aug 2023

Hitsona’s investment support enabled Gav Cunningham to take his first step into franchising, opening up a Hitsona studio in Bangor, Northern...
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“I believe 100% in taking full responsibility for your own wellbeing and want to encourage others to do the same”
Updated 23 Aug 2023

Fresh off the back of opening Hitsona’s first Irish studio last year, owner Georgia Brophy reveals what her biggest challenges have...
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“Honestly, I’ve never looked at any other franchise. I’ve been sold on the Hitsona idea since day one.”
Updated 23 Aug 2023

Philippa 'Billz' Jackson felt jaded working as a personal trainer at commercial gyms. However, upon discovering Hitsona’s community ethos and the...
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Franchisees’ passion for fun fuels growth
Updated 03 May 2023

Selena and Lusiano Afeaki, inspired by the strength of Crunch Fitness, stand strong in their quest to help people ‘perspire to...
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Studio Pilates set to take over the UK
Updated 12 Apr 2023

Unlike any other pilates opportunity, Studio Pilates International is on a mission to revolutionise the UK market and create huge client...
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New CEO joins leading fitness franchise
Updated 24 Mar 2023

Anytime Fitness UK welcomes a new CEO and continues to provide an inclusive space for its members
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Platinum Property Partners

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Leaflet Delivery UK Franchise

Leaflet Delivery UK is a franchise to become a Royal Mail authorised reseller of their door-to-door leaflet delivery...

Side Street Franchise

Born in lockdown, Side Street launched in 2020 to meet a rising demand for bold, flavour-packed food delivered fast....

Since launching in 2019, Fat Phill’s has become best known for its smash burgers, loaded sandwiches, Philly...

Henry Sykes Auctions Franchise

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Founded in 2004, Wok to Walk operates over 100 sites in 18 countries and can be found in iconic urban locations such as...

Auntie Anne’s

Auntie Anne’s is known for its freshly baked, soft, straight-out-of-the-oven pretzels in a variety of sweet and...

NLP4Kids Franchise

NLP4Kids is a pioneering children’s franchise specialising in NLP, coaching, and hypnotherapy techniques designed to...

Black Rooster Franchise

Scotland’s fastest-growing Peri Peri brand

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The Fat Pizza

Customers at The Fat Pizza believe it has the best delivered pizza around. Whilst consumers may order weekly...
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Mail Boxes Etc.

A multi-functional retail and B2B operator offering post, parcel, print, and virtual office address services...
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RE:SCULPT Franchise

RE:SCULPT is described as the UK’s fiercest reformer Pilates-inspired strength workout. At its heart is a...
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No Letting Go

No Letting Go provides a variety of property management services, including landlord inventory, tenant...
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Local Shops

Local Shops aims to target the world’s most renowned ecommerce platforms
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Wraps & Wings Franchise

Wraps & Wings franchisees benefit from being awarded several delivery-only brands covering breakfast,...
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PACK & SEND

National and international specialist packaging and delivery company
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Explorer Franchise by Hays Travel

provides franchisees with the chance to work in the travel industry on their own schedule
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Countrywide Signs Franchise

An estate and letting agents board contractor, responsible for erecting and maintaining property signs
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Aspray Limited

Aspray is an award-winning claims management provider that has developed into a successful franchise
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Miss Millie’s Franchise

A well-established brand in the West Country, recently under new ownership, Miss Millie’s is definitely not...
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Side Street Franchise

Born in lockdown, Side Street launched in 2020 to meet a rising demand for bold, flavour-packed food...
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World Options

Offers an easy to use, web-based courier and shipping service for businesses of all sizes
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Yolé

Yolé is an award-winning dessert brand creating zero dairy, zero sugar-added ice cream and zero sugar-added...
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The Travel Franchise

Start your own home-based travel agency
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Strike Back Self Defence Franchise

Strike Back Self Defence is the world’s largest all-female self-defence organisation, founded by Gulshen...
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Leaflet Delivery UK Franchise

Leaflet Delivery UK is a franchise to become a Royal Mail authorised reseller of their door-to-door leaflet...
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Walfinch

Provides live-in and visiting-hourly carers to a wide range of clients, including older people
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Canopy Children’s Nurseries

Passionate about giving children the best possible beginnings
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Platinum Property Partners

The world’s first property investment franchise, based on a lucrative professional HMO model
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UK Business Mentoring Group

The UK Business Mentoring Group’s franchise model is designed for flexibility. You decide when and how...
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Kiddleydivey Franchise

Kiddleydivey is a unique franchise that brings music, fun, and care into a rewarding business opportunity. It...
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Bürgshake® Franchise

Bürgshake is a growing UK fast-casual restaurant chain offering “smash” burgers, loaded/“dirty”...
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NLP4Kids Franchise

NLP4Kids is a pioneering children’s franchise specialising in NLP, coaching, and hypnotherapy techniques...
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Puncturesafe

Install a British-made product and make a real difference for your customers while generating exceptional...
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Spud Bros Express

Spud Bros Express is a fast-food franchise that offers its customers a modern twist on the classic baked...
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Fat Phill’s

Since launching in 2019, Fat Phill’s has become best known for its smash burgers, loaded sandwiches, Philly...
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Chop & Wok

A wok-based restaurant and takeaway business that serves Pan-Asian fusion food
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Prestige Nursing & Care Franchise

Discover a rewarding franchise opportunity with Prestige Nursing & Care, a leader in specialist care...
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The Seasons Art Class

Rewarding, Profitable, Part-Time Business
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Local Eats

Run your own online food ordering service with minimal hassle yet with maximum return
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What’s On In Franchise

The perfect online, home-based business, looking for single, master or corporate franchisees. A UK market...
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People Building Franchise

People Building is a leading coaching franchise in the UK, specialising in NLP, hypnotherapy, and mindset...
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Super Star Sport Franchise

Super Star Sport is a children’s sports coaching company working with primary schools, nurseries and...
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Muscleworks Gym

Muscleworks Gym is a premium fitness franchise that caters to serious bodybuilders and general fitness...
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ActionCOACH UK

CompareTheFinancialMarkets.com UK Business Opportunity of The Year offers the chance to join the 2nd fastest...
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CareYourWay

Multi-award-winning family-run care franchise that specialises in person-centred, outstanding care at home
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Black Rooster Franchise

Scotland’s fastest-growing Peri Peri brand
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Kaspa’s Desserts

Delicious desserts in a fun and exciting environment
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Numi Scan

Leading provider of ultrasound scans across the UK
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Certax Accounting

Certax Accounting has offered accountancy and taxation services since 1999. It’s since grown into one...
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My Fit Pod Franchise

In the ever-evolving world of fitness and wellness, My Fit Pod offers an innovative and high-quality...
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Wok to Walk

Founded in 2004, Wok to Walk operates over 100 sites in 18 countries and can be found in iconic urban...
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CyberGlobal

CyberGlobal is a certified cybersecurity franchise designed for individuals with a passion for sales,...
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Paris Baguette

Provide fresh baked goods and coffee to the community
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it’seeze Franchise

Helps local businesses launch their own websites with the full back-up of an award-winning and experienced...
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Gourmet Sushi

Gourmet Sushi was founded in October 2016 in the heart of London by Nuriddin Shamsutdinov. With more than ten...
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Auntie Anne’s

Auntie Anne’s is known for its freshly baked, soft, straight-out-of-the-oven pretzels in a variety of sweet...
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Nurse Next Door Franchise

Delivers compassionate, personalised care to seniors across England
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Henry Sykes Auctions Franchise

Welcome to the Henry Sykes Property Franchise An exciting, scalable, and potentially multi-million-pound...
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Fun Fest for Children

Offers a range of different childcare and children’s services franchise systems
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12th Street Burgers

12th Street Burgers are an American-themed casual dining restaurant offering burgers, chicken, and shakes to...
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URBAN Fresh Burgers & Fries

A BFA-accredited brand with a cult following in South Yorkshire, URBAN Fresh Burgers & Fries is all about...
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Let Correct Franchise

Let Correct is the UK’s first franchise brand entirely dedicated to the lettings market. While many others...
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Chicken Cottage

The go-to quick service outlet for the world’s most flavoursome grilled and fried chicken and succulent...
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