A franchise fit for the future
About Snap Fitness
Snap Fitness launched in 2003 and set a new benchmark for innovation in the fitness and franchising markets.
Since then, we have continuously evolved to maintain our leading brand position, delivering top-tier support for both franchisees and members across our 1,000+ gyms in 20+ countries.
As the fitness industry grows, our mission is to continue to be known as the most inclusive fitness experience, which appeals to a broad market and delivers a profitable franchise business model.
INNOVATIVE GLOBAL BRAND
We provide an inclusive gym experience, leveraging technology and key partnerships to provide a premium gym experience at an affordable cost which appeals to a broad audience.
GROWING MEMBERSHIP BASE
Our membership base grew by 14% year on year across the same number of sites against an industry backdrop of 3.4% with the 3rd highest number of new gyms opening. (2023 The State of the UK Fitness Industry Report).
We continued to grow our memberships base across 2023 achieving +23.7%.
WORLD CLASS SUPPORT
Our team provide you with the playbook to make opening your own gym simple. We will help with planning and securing finance, sourcing property, recruiting, and training, pre-sales and launch, as well as ongoing support at every step of the way.
PROVEN ROI
Our franchisees typically see a return on their investment 3 years, enabling them to become multi-location owners at pace to build a secure investment portfolio.
Full support structure
Working with the right partners in the right way is central to our approach to continue developing the Snap Fitness brand.
Whether you’re looking to be an Owner Investor or an Owner Manager we have a robust support system in place from the very start.
What we provide
- Planning and finance: Access to funding opportunities through partnerships with leading lenders
- Property: In-house property experts to help you find and develop the right sites.
- Recruitment and training: Access to the best candidates available through our recruitment partners. Comprehensive training for you and your team.
- Pre-Sale and launch: Marketing support and continued coaching help keep you on the front foot.
- Personal contact: Your franchisee business manager will ensure you have the insights and support to run your business effectively.
- Ongoing growth: Continuous support with operations, coaching and marketing. You can start as a multi-club owner – or we’ll help you work towards this in 3 years.
- Member analytics: Innovative back-end technology with insight into member behaviour and needs.
Our Franchisees
The Snap Fitness estate will reach the 100-club open milestone before in 2024. We have a strong property pipeline and are seeking ambitious, service-orientated franchisees who share our mission and who want to be part of the growing global health and wellness market.
These partners will be forward thinkers who appreciate the commercial opportunity that results from helping people discover a lasting passion for an active lifestyle.
We offer a relatively low up-front investment, the opportunity for a fast ROI – 3 years – and a clear path to long term, sustainable growth. Our dedicated London-based team of experts will support you every step of the way – from sourcing your properties – through to opening and running a successful fitness business.
The Next Step
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Snap Fitness levels up franchise model with launch of 24/7 Reformer Pilates programming
Leading fitness franchise Snap Fitness has announced its plans to introduce 24/7 Reformer Pilates programming across its EMEA clubs.
In a first-of-its-kind rollout, the leading fitness franchise has partnered with Your Reformer, a specialist provider of smart, self-guided Pilates solutions, to bring high-end Reformer Pilates to a commercial gym environment
The partnership signals a strategic move to tap into the growing popularity of Reformer Pilates, with over 100 dedicated studios opening across the UK since 2022. The move will help give Snap Fitness franchisees a key point of difference in the 24/7 gym market and stand out in their local communities.
By integrating Your Reformer's Reformer & Kiosk Pro system, Snap Fitness is enabling clubs to offer a hybrid experience of in-person and on-demand Pilates sessions, available 24/7.
“Our goal is to bring Reformer-based programming to every Snap Fitness club in the UK and Ireland,” said Andy Carr, Fitness Experience Manager at Snap Fitness EMEA.
“We’re excited to support our franchisees with this significant innovation and it’s a huge opportunity for us to stand out in the market and elevate our member experience. The demand for Reformer Pilates is at an all-time high and the additional investment into this is going to put us and our clubs in a fantastic position for years to come.”
At the heart of the rollout is Your Reformer’s cutting-edge Kiosk Pro platform, a sleek mobile kiosk paired with wireless headphones and a growing library of over 800 Reformer Pilates classes across all levels and styles.
Ideal for clubs without traditional group classes or for expanding class timetables, the solution provides a flexible, self-guided experience for people of all experience levels.
Each Snap Fitness club is recommended to install between 4 to 12 Reformer units, depending on available space, with a significant number of franchisees already committing to conversions of existing studios. Members will enjoy 24/7 access to the service, giving them full autonomy to train when and how they want, seamlessly integrated into their existing membership with no extra cost at these initial locations.
Snap Fitness' partnership with Your Reformer has already seen success in the APAC region, with overwhelmingly positive feedback from franchisees, team members, and members alike. This expansion builds on that momentum, aiming to replicate and enhance the premium Pilates experience for a broader demographic.
“We’re excited to partner with Snap Fitness in the EMEA region as they lead the way in bringing Reformer Pilates into their clubs,” said Ben Stallworthy, Managing Director of Your Reformer.
“Building on our strong growth with Snap Fitness in Australia, this partnership reflects Snap’s forward-thinking approach to member experience. By introducing a dynamic, low-impact workout that supports strength, mobility, and overall wellbeing, Snap is redefining what’s possible in a traditional gym setting, with the support of our elite Reformers and integrated digital solutions.”
This significant development to Snap Fitness’ fitness programming builds on the launch of their signature S7 programming in January this year. The approach has had an immediate impact, with a 26% increase in overall group exercise attendance year-on-year. It has significant plans to continue investing in its member experience and elevating its product in the marketplace.
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