The Gym Pod
$GYMPF500 #501CategoryHealth & Wellness
SubcategoryFitness (General)
Locations3
Franchisee Count—
Franchise Fee$20,000
Item 7 Low$54,650
Item 7 Midpoint$106,325
Item 7 High$158,000
Royalty Fees7% of Gross Sales
Ad / Brand Fund2%
Sold Not Open—
ParentThe Gym Pod Franchising LLC
Founded2023
Completeness32/34 (94%)
Years in Business3
Began Franchising2023
HQSpringfield, IL
Executives2
LinksWeb
Main Phone571-969-0610
FDD IssuedFebruary 28, 2023
Last UpdatedSep 3, 2026
FDD2023 🔒
Franchisor
Franchisees must operate according to the Manuals, which consist of 120 pages, and utilize approved suppliers and vendors. The franchisor reserves the right to modify the Manuals and requires franchisees to assign all website media and digital media accounts to them.
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