Hotworx

$HTWRF500 #58
CategoryHealth & Wellness
SubcategoryFitness (General)
Locations812
Franchisee Count1,053
Franchise Fee$18,500
Item 7 Low$288,890
Item 7 Midpoint$686,100
Item 7 High$1,083,310
Royalty Fees6.5% of Gross Receipts
Ad / Brand Fund10%
Sold Not Open220
Founded1996
Completeness34/34 (100%)
Years in Business29
Began Franchising2017
HQMarrero, LA
Executives10
Main Phone(504) 297-1HOT
Email
FDD IssuedApril 1, 2026
Last UpdatedJul 29, 2026
FDDs2026 · 2025 · 2024 · 2022 🔒
Franchisor

HOTWORX® Franchising, LLC offers franchises for the establishment and operation of HOTWORX® studio locations, which are approximately 2,000 square foot boutique-style fitness studios that provide 24-hour hot exercise services, functional training, and related retail products to the general public.

HOTWORX® Franchising, LLC is a limited liability company organized in Wyoming since 2016. It is led by CEO Stephen P. Smith and has a team of experienced executives, including a Senior VP of Franchise Recruitment and a VP of Franchise Performance.

HOTWORX® Franchising, LLC offers franchises for the establishment and operation of HOTWORX® studio locations, which are approximately 2,000 square foot boutique-style fitness studios that provide 24-hour hot exercise services, functional training, and related retail products to the general public.

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