Athletic Republic

Athletic Republic Franchise FDD, Costs & Fees (2025)

Athletic Republic is a sports performance training franchise offering personalized programs to improve speed, strength, and agility for athletes of all levels.

Since its inception in 1990, Athletic Republic has emerged as a trailblazer in the field of athletic performance enhancement. With its headquarters in Park City, Utah, the brand took its expertise to a broader audience in 2006 through franchising, and now boasts a network of more than 80 centers throughout North America and select international locations.

Each facility delivers advanced training programs tailored to boost athletic attributes such as speed, strength, agility, power, and endurance.

What distinguishes Athletic Republic from typical fitness outlets is its foundation in sports science. Leveraging exclusive technology and custom-built equipment, the brand focuses on data-driven results that elevate athletic performance beyond conventional training methods.

Initial investment

Here's what you would need to invest if you were to start this franchise. These costs are provided by the franchisor in the Franchise Disclosure Document.

Type of Expenditure Amount
Initial Franchise Fee $55,000 - $60,000
Rent – Real Estate Not Specified
Proprietary and Recommended Equipment $130,000 - $230,000
BAP / OnBoarding Fee and Start-up Kit $35,000
Marketing and Promotional Materials $5,000
Interior Branding $15,000
Grand Opening Marketing and Advertising $12,500
Equipment Packaging, Freight, and Transit Insurance $5,000 - $15,000
Equipment Installation Charge $4,000 - $20,000
Sports Flooring $10,000 - $50,000
Leasehold Improvements $0 - $100,000
Exterior Signage $5,000 - $15,000
Low Voltage Systems $5,000 - $20,000
Furnishings, Fixtures and Computers $3,000 - $10,000
Utilities - 3 Months $500 - $2,000
Insurance Premiums $2,500 - $4,000
Wages $5,000 - $24,000
Training $1,000 - $6,000
Additional Funds (3 months) $6,400 - $50,000
Total Initial Investment (excluding real estate) $299,900 - $673,500
Type of Expenditure Amount
Initial Franchise Fee $55,000 - $60,000
Rent – Real Estate Not Specified
Proprietary and Recommended Equipment $130,000 - $230,000
BAP / OnBoarding Fee and Start-up Kit $35,000
Marketing and Promotional Materials $5,000
Interior Branding $15,000
Grand Opening Marketing and Advertising $12,500
Equipment Packaging, Freight, and Transit Insurance $5,000 - $15,000
Equipment Installation Charge $4,000 - $20,000
Sports Flooring $10,000 - $50,000
Leasehold Improvements $0 - $100,000
Exterior Signage $5,000 - $15,000
Low Voltage Systems $5,000 - $20,000
Furnishings, Fixtures and Computers $3,000 - $10,000
Utilities - 3 Months $500 - $2,000
Insurance Premiums $2,500 - $4,000
Wages $5,000 - $24,000
Training $1,000 - $6,000
Additional Funds (3 months) $6,400 - $50,000
Total Initial Investment (excluding real estate) $299,900 - $673,500

Franchise Disclosure Document

Number of units

Training

Athletic Republic provides a comprehensive training program for franchisees and their staff to ensure the successful operation of their Training Centers. Here is a breakdown of the training programs offered by the franchisor:

  1. Initial Training Program
    Franchisees and their team receive instruction on delivering Athletic Republic’s Training Programs, operating the franchise system, using proprietary software, acquiring and retaining members, and managing the business. The Manager and Head Trainer must complete Level 1, Level 2, and Level 3/Training Camp certifications.
  2. Certification Courses
    Athletic Republic offers Level 1, 2, and 3 Education and Certification Courses for Trainers and Managers. These courses cover exercise science, sports training, coaching philosophy, business operations, sales, and marketing. They are conducted online, onsite, or at designated training centers.
  3. ACL Bridge Certification
    If a franchise plans to offer the ACL Bridge Program, the administering staff must complete a specific certification before implementing the protocols.
  4. Business Acceleration Program (BAP)
    This is a 28-week program that includes introductions to preferred real estate agents and attorneys, site evaluations, and guidance through pre-opening processes.

Territory Protection

Athletic Republic provides a defined protected territory to its franchisees for each Training Center. Within this area, the franchisor agrees not to open or allow others to open competing Athletic Republic franchises, provided the franchisee remains compliant with the agreement.

This territory is clearly outlined in the franchise documents and remains fixed as of the agreement date. However, Athletic Republic reserves the right to operate or authorize others to operate under different trademarks within and outside the protected territory.

The franchisor can also conduct business at designated "Special Sites" such as professional sports teams, college athletic programs, military bases, and Olympic training centers, even if they fall within a franchisee’s territory. These exceptions mean that while some territorial protection exists, it is not entirely exclusive.

Competitors

Below are some of

Athletic Republic

key competitors in the

Fitness Studios

sector.

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Total investment
Revenue
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Gross Profit
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EBITDA
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41

New
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11%
11%

$55,000

$300,000

$674,000

n.a.

$342,000

$xxx,xxx

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xx%

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xx%

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Competitors

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2
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19
+
-5%
-5%
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37
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23%
23%
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1200%
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$278,000 - $681,000