- F45 Training began in Sydney and now runs franchised group-training studios worldwide, with its global headquarters in the USA.
- Australian finance sources cite an initial franchise fee of about $50,000. US disclosure documents show total investment of roughly US$350,000 to US$790,000.
- In the US, the royalty is 7% of gross sales or $2,500 a month, whichever is higher. Confirm the Australian fee structure in the local disclosure document.
F45 Training was founded in Sydney by Rob Deutsch and Adam Gilchrist and grew rapidly through franchised studios offering 45-minute team workouts. Studios are small compared with full gyms, but classes are coached, so trainers are part of every session.
That makes the cost base different from 24/7 gyms: labour is higher, and studio capacity per class limits how many members you can serve at peak times.
F45 Training franchise at a glance
| Sector | Group functional training studios |
|---|---|
| Founded | Sydney, early 2010s |
| Global headquarters | Austin, Texas |
| Initial franchise fee (AU) | About $50,000 (finance sources) |
| US total investment | About US$350,000 to US$790,000 (US disclosure documents) |
| US royalty | 7% of gross sales or US$2,500 a month, whichever is higher |
| Australian fees | Confirm in the local disclosure document |
Figures come from the public sources listed at the end of this guide and can change. Treat them as a starting point and confirm current numbers in the franchise disclosure document.
How the F45 Training model works financially
An F45 studio earns membership fees, usually weekly or monthly, from members who attend scheduled classes. Revenue depends on member numbers and price, but capacity is set by the number of stations per class and the timetable.
Coaches run every class, so wages are a major cost alongside rent and equipment finance. Peak times (early morning and evening) fill first; growing revenue often means adding classes, which adds coaching cost.
The numbers to test before you buy a F45 Training franchise
- Members, average weekly fee and churn.
- Class capacity and utilisation at peak and off-peak times.
- Coach wages per class and how they change with the timetable.
- Rent and equipment finance repayments.
- The franchise fee, royalty structure and any minimum monthly amount.
- Local competition from other boutique studios and gyms.
Buying an existing F45 Training studio
Studios are often resold. Ask for member numbers by month, churn, class attendance and coach costs, and reconcile income to bank statements. A studio’s value depends heavily on its active member base, so check whether members are paying or on freezes.
How Franchise Co. can help with a F45 Training purchase
We work with buyers and owners of franchise businesses across Australia. For a F45 Training studio we can:
- Review the numbers before you sign. Our business due diligence starts from $2,000 + GST and tests membership, class capacity, coaching costs and fees against the disclosure document and the seller’s records.
- Set up the structure and the books. Entity choice, GST, payroll and a chart of accounts that tracks members, churn and coach costs. See accounting and tax and bookkeeping, BAS and payroll.
- Check your franchise fees. We reconcile royalties and any minimum monthly fees to the sales they’re calculated on. See royalties and franchise fees.
- Plan the next studio. If a second site is on the cards, we model the cash flow and funding first. See multi-site reporting.
F45 Training franchise FAQs
How much does an F45 franchise cost in Australia?
Finance sources cite an initial franchise fee of about $50,000. Total studio cost depends on size, fit-out and equipment; US disclosures show roughly US$350,000 to US$790,000.
What royalty does F45 charge?
In the US it’s 7% of gross sales or US$2,500 a month, whichever is higher. Check the Australian disclosure document for local fees.
What is the biggest cost in an F45 studio?
Coaching wages and rent are usually the largest costs, followed by equipment finance.
How do F45 studios grow revenue?
By adding members, raising utilisation of existing classes and adding classes where demand supports the extra coaching cost.
Franchise Co. is an independent accounting practice. We aren’t affiliated with, endorsed by or connected to F45 Training. F45 Training is a trademark of its owner and is used here only to identify the brand this guide discusses.
Sources and further reading
- Swoop: F45 franchise (Australia)
- Franchise Business Review: F45 Training costs
- Entrepreneur: F45 Training franchise
- ACCC: Franchise disclosure document
Sources checked November 2026. Franchise costs and fees change. Confirm current figures with the franchisor before acting.
This guide is general information for people considering a franchise in Australia. It doesn’t take your circumstances into account and isn’t personal tax, legal or financial advice.
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