FAQ's

Where is Athletic Nation headquartered and where does Athletic Nation operate?

Athletic Nation is headquartered in San Jose, California with franchise opportunities available in all (50) states. We are also seeking International Master Licensees in all English speaking countries.

What are the investment requirements to financially qualify for an Athletic Nation Gym?

You need to have a minimum of $40,000 in liquid capital for a single gym and $25,000 for each subsequent gym. To participate in our Area Developer program you will need a minimum of $100,000 in liquid capital.

Does Athletic Nation offer any financial assistance?

For franchisees, Athletic Nation offers equipment-leasing program financing assistance via a third party.

How do you handle site selection?

We have a network of brokers who will help you to select a location within our site criteria to ensure you have the best location as possible to be successful. We DO NOT open in high profile retail locations- we open in office complexes thereby reducing the cost for rent by up to 50% !

A few other FAQ's about our franchise opportunity:

  • $50K investment for your first gym of which $15K can be financed- net approximately $35K to $40K cash required.
  • Second and all subsequent gyms are approximately $20K-25K if you finance the equipment.
  • Our average charge to a client for personal training is $291.15 per month includes DPT (Dual Personal Training) two client's one trainer.
  • Our gyms average 1200 square feet and fixed operating costs are averaging $2,750.00 per month nationwide...you do the math- breakeven is fast.
  • You DO NOT have to leave your current career or job to be a gym owner...yep, true.
  • You DO NOT have to have personal training experience- we certify and train you and/or your staff.


"I get paid by the job and my work is physically demanding. Prior to training at Athletic Nation, I would average about 4 jobs a day. I can now do 6, due to the increase in my physical strength and endurance. So I now make more money, and my days go faster because the work I do seems easier."
Raul Montesdeoca, age 37
HVAC Technician

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