Hotworx Franchise: Cost, Fees & Earnings
812 locations (2025), +12.9% YoY(Item 20)
A Hotworx franchise requires an estimated total investment of $288,890 to $1,083,310, including a $19,950 initial franchise fee (latest FDD, Item 7). Franchisees pay an ongoing royalty of $695/mo (Item 6). Per its disclosed Item 19 P&L, the average unit ran roughly a 28.29% EBITDA margin in FY2025 — a franchisee-reported, unaudited figure that varies by operator.
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Initial Investment
$288,890 – $1,083,310
Source: FDD, Item 7
Franchise Fee
$19,950
Source: FDD, Item 5
Royalty
$695/mo
Source: FDD, Item 6
Hotworx Franchise Key Facts
| Metric | Value | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Initial Investment | $288,890 – $1,083,310Source: FDD, Item 7 | |
| Initial Franchise Fee | $19,950Source: FDD, Item 5 | |
| Royalty | $695/moSource: FDD, Item 6 | |
| Median Revenue (AUV) | Hotworx's FDD includes an Item 19 financial performance representation, but Franchable does not currently publish a system-wide unit revenue figure from it.Source: Item 19 | |
| Total Locations | 812 (2025)Source: Item 20 |
Hotworx Franchise Fees
Initial franchise fee(Item 5)
$19,950
Ongoing royalty(Item 6)
$695/mo
Technology fee(Item 6)
$1,800/mo
Buildout / construction(Item 7)
$0 – $320,630
Additional Item 5–6 fees (transfer, renewal, area development, and any veteran discounts) are not yet parsed on Franchable — see the brand's FDD for the full fee schedule.
About Hotworx
HOTWORX franchises offer 24-hour hot exercise services and fitness products in a small, boutique-style studio of approximately 2,000 square feet. The business model emphasizes minimal overhead and labor costs through an automated access system. Members can access the studio anytime. Franchisees operate using the HOTWORX system and proprietary marks, offering hot exercise services, a functional training area, and related retail products to the general public year-round. The target market is individuals seeking convenient and effective fitness solutions. The value proposition is a unique, accessible, and technology-driven fitness experience.
What Hotworx's FDD Discloses
Per Hotworx's disclosed Item 19 P&L, the average unit ran an approximately 28.29% EBITDA margin in FY2025. Item 19 figures are franchisee-reported and unaudited. Individual results vary.
The largest disclosed cost line for the average Hotworx unit was Payroll and Taxes, at about 21.63% of revenue (disclosed Item 19, FY2025).
In 2025, Hotworx's franchised system recorded 95 franchised openings, 1 closure (Item 20).
Gross Sales by Performance TierSource: FDD Item 19
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Additional Item 19 Analysis
Deeper Item 19 Analysis (Charts 3–6)
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Hotworx Franchise FAQ
How much does a Hotworx franchise cost?
Per Item 7 of the latest Franchise Disclosure Document, the estimated initial investment ranges from $288,890 to $1,083,310.
What is the Hotworx franchise fee?
The FDD reports an initial franchise fee of $19,950.
What royalty does Hotworx charge?
The FDD reports an ongoing royalty of $695/mo.
How much does a Hotworx franchise owner make?
Per Hotworx's disclosed Item 19 P&L, the average unit generated $107,306 in EBITDA in FY2025, before debt service, taxes, and owner compensation. Item 19 figures are franchisee-reported and unaudited.
Can I finance a Hotworx 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 Hotworx. This is not an offer to sell a franchise. Individual results vary.