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Composite score = franchisee satisfaction score (40%) + annual unit growth rate (40%) + low failure rate (20%).
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Top 12 Fitness & Health Franchises — 2026
#1
Restore Hyper Wellness
Fitness & Health
Cryotherapy, IV drip, and wellness services franchise.
$534K–$1.3M
Satisfaction: 81/100
Growth: 35.0%/yr
Units: 250
#2
StretchLab
Fitness & Health
Assisted stretching studio franchise.
$210K–$440K
Satisfaction: 77/100
Growth: 35.0%/yr
Units: 350
#3
Goldfish Swim School
Fitness & Health
Swim instruction for kids in a tropical-themed environment.
$1.5M–$3.4M
Satisfaction: 86/100
Growth: 18.0%/yr
Units: 170
#4
Club Pilates
Fitness & Health
Largest Pilates franchise offering group reformer classes.
$252K–$538K
Satisfaction: 74/100
Growth: 14.0%/yr
Units: 800
#5
The Joint Chiropractic
Fitness & Health
Walk-in chiropractic care without insurance or appointments.
$280K–$522K
Satisfaction: 80/100
Growth: 10.0%/yr
Units: 900
#6
Planet Fitness
Fitness & Health
Low-cost gym chain known for judgment-free zone and affordable memberships.
$1.5M–$4.9M
Satisfaction: 82/100
Growth: 6.0%/yr
Units: 2,500
#7
European Wax Center
Fitness & Health
Premium waxing services in a comfortable, modern setting.
$382K–$611K
Satisfaction: 79/100
Growth: 6.0%/yr
Units: 900
#8
Orangetheory Fitness
Fitness & Health
Science-backed group fitness classes with heart-rate-based training.
$560K–$1.6M
Satisfaction: 76/100
Growth: 3.5%/yr
Units: 1,500
#9
Anytime Fitness
Fitness & Health
24/7 access fitness club with worldwide reciprocal membership.
$398K–$974K
Satisfaction: 71/100
Growth: 1.0%/yr
Units: 5,000
#10
F45 Training
Fitness & Health
Functional 45-minute group training workouts.
$300K–$700K
Satisfaction: 60/100
Growth: 3.0%/yr
Units: 1,700
#11
Massage Envy
Fitness & Health
Massage and skin care franchise with membership model.
$575K–$1.1M
Satisfaction: 62/100
Growth: -1.0%/yr
Units: 1,150
#12
WellBiz Brands (Drybar / Elements Massage / Amazing Lash Studio)
Fitness & Health
Portfolio of wellness service franchise brands including Drybar (blowout bars), Elements Massage, Amazing Lash Studio, Radiant Waxing, and Fitness Together. The portfolio was acquired by Transom Capital Group in January 2026. Combined portfolio of 1,200+ franchise locations across wellness, beauty, and fitness categories.
$200K–$700K
Units: 1,200
Rankings based on FranchiseStack composite score. Data as of March 2026 from disclosed FDD filings and franchise databases. Investment figures change — always request current FDD before investing. Not investment advice.
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Franchises Ranked: 12
Investment Range: $200K–$4.9M
Data as of: March 2026