About UFC Gym Franchise
UFC Gym is a membership-based, MMA-oriented physical fitness franchise that offers functional fitness training regimens including Daily Ultimate Training, mixed martial arts, cardio boxing, cardio kickboxing, core training, Jiu Jitsu, and Muay Thai boxing.
Franchisees operate fitness facilities utilizing weight rooms, bag areas, and octagons with unique construction and design features.
The brand targets members of both sexes, from pre-teens to senior citizens, across various fitness levels and socio-economic demographics.
UFC Gym Franchise Cost & Fees
Minimum Investment
$210K
Average Investment
$2.6M
Maximum Investment
$5.0M
| Fee Type | Amount | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Initial Franchise Fee | $30,000 - $50,000 | One-time payment upon signing |
| Royalty Fee | 4% - 6% of Gross Revenues of gross sales | Ongoing; paid monthly |
| Marketing/Ad Fund | 2% of weekly Gross Revenues (Marketing Fund) | National brand fund |
| Total Investment Range | $209,705 – $4,999,050 | Includes build-out, inventory, working capital |
The investment range of $210K–$5.0M reflects variability in build-out costs, store size, lease terms, and market. The combined royalty (4% - 6% of Gross Revenues) and marketing fee (2% of weekly Gross Revenues (Marketing Fund)) are ongoing costs paid as a percentage of gross sales.
Investment Breakdown (Item 7)
| Item | Low | High |
|---|---|---|
| Initial Fee (Class) | $30,000 | $30,000 |
| Misc. Supplies (Class) | $500 | $1,500 |
| Opening Inventory (Class) | $13,000 | $20,000 |
| Insurance (Class) | $4,500 | $7,500 |
| Printing Signage and Graphics (Class) | $5,000 | $10,000 |
| Office Equipment/P.O.S. System (Class) | $1,000 | $3,500 |
| Rent/Security Deposit (Class) | $0 | $11,000 |
| Initial Advertising (Class) | $15,000 | $31,000 |
| Leasehold Improvements (Class) | $0 | $98,000 |
| Equipment (Class) | $110,500 | $195,000 |
| Music Licensing (Class) | $210 | $210 |
| Software Support Fee (Class) | $1,700 | $1,700 |
| Utilities Deposits (Class) | $1,500 | $2,500 |
| Licenses and Permits (Class) | $500 | $2,500 |
| Legal Review (Class) | $500 | $3,500 |
| Travel, Lodging, Meals for Training (Class) | $500 | $2,500 |
| MyZone (Class) | $7,295 | $8,590 |
| Additional Funds 3-9 months (Class) | $18,000 | $70,000 |
| Initial Fee (Core) | $40,000 | $40,000 |
| Misc. Supplies (Core) | $2,500 | $3,500 |
| Opening Inventory (Core) | $15,000 | $15,000 |
| Insurance (Core) | $7,500 | $10,500 |
| Printing Signage and Graphics (Core) | $30,000 | $42,500 |
| Office Equipment/P.O.S. System (Core) | $3,500 | $7,000 |
| Rent/Security Deposit (Core) | $0 | $70,000 |
| Initial Advertising (Core) | $27,500 | $37,500 |
| Leasehold Improvements (Core) | $0 | $400,000 |
| Equipment (Core) | $152,360 | $280,800 |
| Music Licensing (Core) | $630 | $630 |
| Software Support Fee (Core) | $1,700 | $1,700 |
| Utilities Deposits (Core) | $0 | $5,000 |
| Licenses and Permits (Core) | $5,000 | $10,000 |
| Legal Review (Core) | $5,000 | $7,500 |
| Travel, Lodging, Meals for Training (Core) | $3,500 | $6,500 |
| MyZone (Core) | $7,794 | $9,089 |
| Additional Funds 3-6 months (Core) | $83,200 | $140,400 |
| Initial Fee (Signature/FIT) | $50,000 | $50,000 |
| Misc. Supplies (Signature/FIT) | $3,675 | $13,000 |
| Opening Inventory (Signature/FIT) | $20,000 | $40,000 |
| Insurance (Signature/FIT) | $10,500 | $16,500 |
| Printing Signage and Graphics (Signature/FIT) | $55,000 | $120,000 |
| Office Equipment/P.O.S. System (Signature/FIT) | $7,500 | $15,000 |
| Rent/Security Deposit (Signature/FIT) | $0 | $90,000 |
| Initial Advertising (Signature/FIT) | $65,000 | $125,000 |
| Leasehold Improvements (Signature/FIT) | $0 | $2,047,443 |
| Equipment (Signature/FIT) | $604,000 | $1,700,000 |
| Music Licensing (Signature/FIT) | $630 | $630 |
| Software Support Fee (Signature/FIT) | $1,700 | $1,700 |
| Utilities Deposits (Signature/FIT) | $2,500 | $5,000 |
| Licenses and Permits (Signature/FIT) | $5,000 | $25,000 |
| Legal Review (Signature/FIT) | $5,000 | $25,000 |
| Travel, Lodging, Meals for Training (Signature/FIT) | $3,500 | $11,500 |
| MyZone (Signature/FIT) | $10,277 | $13,277 |
| Additional Funds 3-6 months (Signature/FIT) | $275,000 | $700,000 |
Additional Fees (Item 6)
| Fee Type | Amount |
|---|---|
| Transfer Fee | $25,000 |
| Renewal Fee | 50% of then current Initial Fee |
| Technology Fee | $159-$184/month (ClubConnect online university) |
| Audit Fee | Actual cost if understatement of 2% or more of Gross Revenues |
| Music Licensing Fee | $210/month |
| Billing Services Fees | 3.9% of Credit Card Billing Revenue and 3% of POS credit card transactions (Class/Core); $800-$1,000/month plus credit card fees (Signature/FIT) |
| Regional Cooperative Advertising | Up to 2% of monthly Gross Revenues |
| Local Advertising Minimum | 5% of Gross Revenues or $2,500-$10,000/month (varies by model) |
| Management Services Fee (Signature/FIT managed clubs) | $0 - $20,000/month |
| Late Charge | $250 per late payment |
| Interest on Late Payments | Lesser of 18% per annum or maximum permitted by law |
| Fee for Lost Manuals | $250 each |
| Fee for Failure to Provide Financial Reports | $350 per occurrence |
| Liquidated Damages for Premature Termination | Lump sum equal to 24 months of Royalty Fees |
| Liquidated Damages for Non-Compete Violation | $2,000 per week |
Training Program (Item 11)
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Total Duration | 2 Business Days initial training plus pre-sale training (16 hours), go-live training (16 hours), and coaches training (32 hours) |
| Classroom Training | Approximately 14.5 hours (owner training) plus 7.25 hours (instructor training) |
| On-the-Job Training | Approximately 41 hours (16 hours pre-sale + 16 hours go-live + 7 hours owner OJT + 2 hours instructor OJT) |
| Training Location | UFC GYM Corporate Office in Newport Beach, California or local facility, and franchisee's UFC GYM location |
| Additional Training | Refresher training programs, seminars, or advanced management training (not more than once a year unless unsatisfactory inspection). Leadership Training ($199/person), BJJ Instructor Training ($599 first attendee, $49 additional). ClubConnect online university subscription required for Core, Signature, and FIT models. |
Territory Rights (Item 12)
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Territory Type | Protected with significant reservations |
| Exclusive Territory | No |
| Territory Size | Class: 50,000 person population density or 2-mile radius; Core: 100,000 person population density or 3-mile radius; Signature/FIT: 150,000 population density or 4-mile radius |
| Description | Franchisee receives a protected Designated Territory but it is not exclusive. Franchisor reserves rights to operate or grant franchises under other trademarks inside the territory, sell similar products through dissimilar channels (including internet) inside the territory, operate UFC GYM businesses at Non-Traditional Sites inside the territory, operate businesses with premises of at least 20,000 sq ft inside the territory under UFC GYM marks, and acquire competing businesses that may operate in the territory. Territory protection is conditioned on maintaining minimum performance standards of 80% of designated average Gross Revenues. |
Renewal, Termination & Transfer (Item 17)
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Initial Term | 10 years |
| Renewal Term | 2 additional terms of 5 years each (total 10 years additional) |
| Renewal Fee | 50% of the then current Initial Fee |
| Renewal Conditions | Must be in substantial compliance with Franchise Agreement; maintained minimum Gross Revenues during last 2 years of term of at least 80% of designated average; give timely notice (6-12 months before expiration); pay renewal fee; maintain possession of GYM or find acceptable substitute premises; remodel GYM to then-current standards regardless of cost; sign then-current Franchise Agreement and release. |
| Transfer Fee | $25,000 (no fee if transfer to wholly-owned corporation, spouse, or child) |
| Transfer Conditions | Franchisor right of first refusal not exercised; not in default; transferee has no interest in Competitive Business; transferee meets financial requirements ($1,000,000 net worth); transferee passes background checks; transferee signs then-current Franchise Agreement; transferee completes Initial Training; transferee renovates/upgrades GYM as specified; transferor signs general release; transferor complies with non-compete. |
| Termination for Cause | Immediate termination without cure for: environmental law violations, insolvency, bankruptcy, abandonment, felony conviction, denial of inspection rights, deleterious conduct, unauthorized assignment, breach of confidentiality/non-compete, false records, trademark misuse, disparagement. 30-day cure period for other defaults. |
| Non-Compete Period | 12 months after termination or expiration |
| Non-Compete Details | For 12 months after termination, franchisee and owners may not have any involvement with any Competitive Business at the Premises, within the Designated Territory, within 5-mile radius of the Premises, or within 5-mile radius of any other UFC GYM Business in operation or in the process of opening. Also may not solicit Business Associates or interfere with franchisor's business. |
Operations & Supply (Items 8 & 15)
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Owner-Operator Required | No |
| Participation Details | Owner-operator is encouraged but not required to be on premises. However, the franchise is not a passive investment. Either the Managing Owner or a designated General Manager approved by the franchisor must devote full-time efforts to day-to-day management and supervision of the GYM at all times it is open for business. The General Manager must complete Initial Training. |
| Required Suppliers | Franchisees must purchase UFC GYM Products, equipment, billing services software, insurance, and music licensing from franchisor or designated/approved suppliers. Equipment must be purchased directly from franchisor including cardio/strength machines, free weights, octagon, heavy bags, bag cage, retail counters, speed bags, and storage compartments. |
| Supply Restrictions | All equipment, products, supplies, inventory, advertising materials, construction services and other products/services must be purchased from authorized manufacturers, contractors and approved suppliers. Franchisor may designate a single supplier for any product. Unapproved suppliers require written approval after inspection and testing at franchisee's expense. |
| Franchisor Revenue from Suppliers | $3,914,079 or 41.8% of total revenue of $9,374,766 in fiscal year ended December 31, 2021. Franchisor receives rebates based on percentage of monthly fees franchisees pay to designated suppliers, ranging from 2%-20% of franchisee purchases. |
Financing (Item 10)
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Financing Available | No |
| Description | We do not offer direct or indirect financing, and we do not guarantee your note, lease, or other financial obligations. |
UFC Gym Franchise Earnings — Item 19
Average Revenue
$3.2M
Median Revenue
$3.0M
Revenue Range
$1.3M – $4.5M
Past financial performance does not guarantee future results. Individual results will vary.
UFC Gym Litigation & Risk Flags
1 Pending Action ListedReview the full FDD for details on pending litigation.
Litigation and bankruptcy data is sourced from Items 3 and 4 of the FDD. Always verify current status directly from the most recent FDD.
UFC Gym System Growth
Total Units
85
Franchised
65
Company-Owned
20
UFC Gym currently operates 65 franchised locations and 20 company-owned units. Unit count data is sourced from Item 20 of the FDD.
Unit History (Item 20)
| Year | Opened | Closed | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2019 | 8 | 17 | 77 |
| 2020 | 13 | 26 | 63 |
| 2021 | 6 | 4 | 65 |
Transfers: 6 | Closures: 47
Public Figures (Item 18)
The following public figures are associated with this franchise: Dana White, President and owner of Zuffa
State Registrations
Registered in 15 states: CA, HI, IL, IN, MD, MI, MN, NY, ND, RI, SD, UT, VA, WA, WI
Franchisor Financials (Item 21)
Revenue
$9.4M
Net Income
$3.2M
Total Assets
$28.0M
Audited by Baker Tilly US, LLP for year ending December 31.
UFC Gym Franchise — FAQ
The total investment to open a UFC Gym franchise ranges from $209,705 to $4,999,050, per their Franchise Disclosure Document. This includes the initial franchise fee of $30,000 - $50,000. The investment covers build-out, inventory, equipment, signage, working capital, and other startup costs.
UFC Gym charges a royalty fee of 4% - 6% of Gross Revenues of gross sales, plus a 2% of weekly Gross Revenues (Marketing Fund) contribution to the marketing/advertising fund. These fees are paid on an ongoing basis.
You can download the UFC Gym Franchise Disclosure Document free on this page. The FDD is a public document filed with state franchise registries. Always also request the current FDD directly from UFC Gym to ensure you have the most up-to-date version.
According to the Item 19 financial performance representation in their FDD, UFC Gym franchise owners report average revenue of $3.2M and median revenue of $3.0M. Past performance does not guarantee future results.
UFC Gym has been franchising since 2013. The FDD shows an investment range of $209,705-$4,999,050, a 4% - 6% of Gross Revenues royalty, and includes an Item 19 earnings disclosure. There are 1 pending litigation action(s). Review the full FDD and contact current franchisees listed in Item 20 before making any investment decision.
The franchise fee is $30,000 - $50,000 and the total investment ranges from $209,705 to $4,999,050 depending on location size and market. Contact the franchisor directly for current net worth and liquid capital requirements, territory availability, and application details.
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