Snap Fitness franchise: Your gateway to a profitable fitness business
Whether you're looking to invest in the fast-growing fitness industry or expand your business portfolio, Snap Fitness is a future-ready franchise opportunity designed for sustainable growth.
Why Choose a Snap Fitness Franchise?
A trusted global brand with a proven model
Snap Fitness is more than a 24/7 gym. It’s a tech-enabled, member-first experience designed for broad appeal. From eye-catching club designs and integrated fitness technology to strategic partnerships, our model delivers premium value at affordable prices; a winning combination that drives member loyalty and strong retention.
Consistent Membership Growth
Snap Fitness achieved an 18% year-over-year membership increase, significantly outpacing the industry’s 5.4% average (2025 State of the UK Fitness Industry Report). We're also proud to be among the top three for new gym openings, now operating 100+ locations across the UK and Ireland.
A Standout Member Experience
Our clubs offer more than just weights and treadmills. From exclusive group exercise classes and eye-catching club interiors to innovative offerings like 24/7 access to Reformer Pilates, we create a unique gym environments that helps franchisees stand out and thrive in competitive local markets.
Franchise support that drives success
Even if you're new to the fitness industry, Snap Fitness has your back. In fact, over 80% of our franchise owners had no prior experience in fitness before joining. From securing funding to growing your club network, we provide comprehensive end-to-end support:
- Startup Funding Assistance: Up to 60% of costs covered through trusted lending partners.
- Site Selection & Property Expertise: Maximise ROI with help from location and property specialists.
- Recruitment & Onboarding: Access top talent and training for your team.
- Marketing & Opening Strategy: Drive buzz before launch and build lasting momentum.
- Dedicated Business Manager: We’re always by your side and you’ll be assigned a dedicated coach throughout your journey.
- Real-Time Tech & Analytics: Optimise performance with detailed member insights to help attract members and keep them coming back.
A scalable investment with real returns
Snap Fitness franchisees typically see a return on investment within three years, with many opening multiple locations within that timeframe. Whether you're a hands-on Owner-Operator or prefer a strategic Investor role, we equip you with the tools and confidence to grow a profitable, multi-site fitness business.
Ideal Franchisee
We’re expanding rapidly across the UK and Ireland and are actively seeking motivated, service-driven entrepreneurs. If this sounds like you, you may be the perfect fit:
- Business-oriented with a love for fitness and community impact
- Ready to scale with a clear multi-unit ownership path
- Interested in working with a leading brand in a thriving sector worth over £6bn
Join the UK’s fastest-growing gym franchise
With a fast-expanding network, full franchise support, and an innovative member experience, Snap Fitness offers a rewarding franchise opportunity in the ever-growing wellness space.
Ready to build your future?
Explore how you can own a Snap Fitness gym and make a difference in your community while building a business that works for you.
Enquire below to take the first step to franchising with Snap Fitness.
Snap Fitness racks up record-breaking 2024
Leading gym franchise achieves highest-ever annual membership growth and record club openings across the UK & Ireland
Snap Fitness is celebrating an outstanding year across the UK & Ireland, breaking records across a number of key performance areas.
The global gym franchise, which opened its first UK location in 2012, has excelled in the past 12 months and for a second consecutive year, grew its UK club network more than any other multi-gym franchise.
2024 saw Snap Fitness reach the 100-location milestone across the UK & Ireland, as well as these key achievements:
- More openings than ever before – 11 new club openings across the UK & Ireland, among 16 within the EMEA region
- Record-breaking opening numbers – the brand’s presale record was broken three times in 2024. Clubs opening in 2024 opened with 44% more members than those in 2023
- Highest annual membership growth – Snap Fitness’ membership base across the UK & Ireland grew by an impressive 21% year-on-year. Recent fitness industry research shows the sector average sits around 4% (2024 State of the UK Fitness Industry Report)
- Highest-ever franchise sales – the brand achieved the most franchise sales in its history, with a combination of brand-new entrepreneurs joining the network and its existing franchisees scaling their investments
- Increased lending for new franchisees – showing their confidence in the brand’s performance, both of Snap Fitness’ high banking partners, including HSBC UK, have increased the amount of lending available to new franchisees up to 60% of total start-up costs
2024 marked the first full year as Lift Brands EMEA CEO for Kevin Yates, who is delighted at what Snap Fitness has achieved in the past 12 months.
“I’m so proud of what everyone has achieved in 2024,” said Kevin. “These numbers are testament to the incredible people we have across the business and shows a glimpse at what Snap Fitness is capable of. Whether it’s our franchisees, club teams or the Support Office, everyone believes in what we’re trying to achieve and the direction we’re heading in.
“As well as the growth that we’ve shown with new locations, it’s another year where there’s been no closures across the UK & Ireland. This shows that in a competitive landscape, our gyms continue to be a stand-out choice among consumers and that our teams are doing an exceptional job on the ground. With some big developments to our in-gym experience and a busy opening pipeline for 2025, it’s going to be an incredible year – we’re just getting started.”
Recognising its achievements, Snap Fitness recently earned its highest-ever ranking in the Elite Franchise EF100. The EF100 celebrates the UK’s strongest performing franchises, with Snap Fitness jumping to 22nd in the rankings, a 16-place rise from 2023.
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