Crunch Franchise: Cost, Fees & Earnings
486 locations (2025), +14.9% YoY(Item 20)
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Median Revenue (AUV)
$2,848,462
Source: 2026 FDD, Item 19
Initial Investment
$2,147,500 – $5,277,000
Source: 2026 FDD, Item 7
Franchise Fee
$35,000
Source: 2026 FDD, Item 5
Royalty
5% of revenue
Source: 2026 FDD, Item 6
About Crunch
Crunch Franchising, LLC offers franchises for health clubs operating under the CRUNCH® name. Franchisees provide basic health club services, including cardiovascular equipment, weight machines, group fitness classes, personal training, tanning, and online nutritional programs. The business model relies on the Crunch System, encompassing operational standards, marketing, and training. Crunch offers three club formats: Fitness, Select, and Signature. The target market ranges from students to senior citizens. Crunch's value proposition lies in its established brand, comprehensive system, and diverse club models catering to various market segments and investment levels.
Gross Sales by Performance TierSource: 2026 FDD Item 19
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Additional Item 19 Analysis
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Crunch Franchise FAQ
How much does a Crunch franchise cost?
Per Item 7 of the 2026 FDD Franchise Disclosure Document, the estimated initial investment ranges from $2,147,500 to $5,277,000.
What is the Crunch franchise fee?
The FDD reports an initial franchise fee of $35,000.
What royalty does Crunch charge?
The FDD reports an ongoing royalty of 5% of revenue.
How much revenue does a Crunch franchise generate?
The 2026 FDD reports a median revenue per unit of $2,848,462 for fiscal year 2025. Individual results vary.
Can I finance a Crunch franchise with an SBA loan?
Many franchise purchases are financed with SBA 7(a) loans covering a large share of the total project cost. You can check what you'd qualify for with Franchable's free SBA prequalification.
Data sourced from the brand's Franchise Disclosure Document. Franchable is not affiliated with or endorsed by Crunch. This is not an offer to sell a franchise. Individual results vary.