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 racks up five British Franchise Association Awards nominations
UK’s fastest-growing gym franchise shortlisted in five categories at the ‘Oscars of franchising’
Following a record-breaking year, Snap Fitness and some of its leading franchisees have been nominated in five categories at the 2025 BFA Awards.
Snap Fitness was recognised across both franchisor and franchisee categories and reflect the brand’s continued momentum in the UK fitness franchise sector. Over the past 12 months, it has grown its membership base by over 18% versus a 5.4% fitness industry average (2025 State of the UK Fitness Industry Report).
On the franchisor side, Snap Fitness has been nominated for the Research & Development award, following the successful rollout of its enhanced in-gym experience, particularly its new signature S7 group exercise classes.
Snap Fitness has also been shortlisted in the Franchise Support category, acknowledging the company’s comprehensive support structure. With over 80% of its franchise partners investing with no prior gym ownership experience, the nomination highlights the brand’s expert Support Office team and efforts to make fitness franchising more accessible, regardless of a franchisee's background or industry experience.
In the franchisee categories, Kunal Patel leads the way with two personal nominations. As a multi-unit operator with five high-performing Snap Fitness locations, Kunal is a finalist in the HSBC UK Multi-Unit Franchisee category and is also nominated for the Community Impact award, thanks to the outstanding community and charity initiatives led by his team at Snap Fitness Isle of Wight.
Rounding out the nominations is the team at Snap Fitness Bristol Staple Hill, led by Sajda Parveen, who have been recognised in the Customer Focus category. The gym’s owners and staff have built a strong reputation for putting members at the heart of everything they do and being a consistent daily presence on the gym floor.
“We are incredibly proud to be recognised by the BFA across such a wide range of categories,” said Kevin Yates, CEO of Snap Fitness EMEA. “These nominations reflect our commitment to driving innovation, supporting our franchisees and making a tangible difference in our communities. While it’s great for our team to be acknowledged, it’s especially rewarding to see individual franchisees like Kunal and Sajda receive the recognition they so richly deserve.”
The winners will be announced later this year at the BFA Awards ceremony in November, where the best and brightest in British franchising will be honoured.
Chief Executive of the BFA Pip Wilkins said: “Our huge congratulations to Snap Fitness and all our finalists this year. As ever, the entries were very strong, and we commend each and every one of them for their efforts over the past 12 months to do more and to do better.
“Our members are the backbone of the BFA, upholding the ethical values of the association and we thank them for their commitment. The winners will be announced at our awards event in November, when the best in UK franchising come together to celebrate success. We look forward to seeing Snap Fitness there on the night and wish them the very best of luck.”
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