Fitness & Wellbeing franchises

Arthur Murray Franchise Opportunity

The franchisor offers franchises to operate Arthur Murray studios, which offer dance instruction and similar services and might be permitted (under additional agreements) to conduct dance competitions and similar events.

8 units in AustraliaFranchising since 1953Registered as Arthur Murray International, Inc.
On the ACCC Franchise Disclosure Register

captured 18 Aug 2026. View the Register profile

This information is based on material published by the relevant franchisor on the Franchise Disclosure Register. This information does not negate the need to undertake necessary due diligence including seeking independent professional advice if considering entering into a franchise agreement.

Public data profile

This information is compiled from the ACCC Franchise Disclosure Register and other public sources. It hasn’t been confirmed by the franchise team.

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How much does a Arthur Murray franchise cost?

An Arthur Murray franchise requires a total investment of $98,083–$347,704 all-in.

Source: ACCC Franchise Disclosure Register · captured August 2026.

Fees vs the market

Arthur Murray vs the Fitness & Wellbeing median · Q3 2026 Fee Index
FeeArthur MurrayCategory median (systems)Position
All-in establishment cost$98K–$348K$250,000–$500,000 (103)below median

Medians from the Fitness & Wellbeing Fee Index: the figures franchisors publish and their ACCC Register establishment costs. A fee median is only shown when at least five systems publish that fee.

Network & venues

8venues in Australia
8franchised businesses
0company-owned units
10franchisees (operators)
73years operating in Australia

Operates in NSW, SA, WA

Expanding into ACT, NSW, NT, QLD, SA, TAS, VIC, WA

Source: ACCC Franchise Disclosure Register (profile FNC-007527) · captured 2026-08-19.

Investment & payments

Costs and payments as published by the franchisor on the Register
Establishment cost (all-in setup)$98,083 – $347,704

Source: ACCC Franchise Disclosure Register (profile FNC-007527) · captured 2026-08-19. Ranges are the franchisor’s own estimates; confirm every figure against the disclosure document.

Franchise agreement

Standard agreement term 5 or more years

Option to renew Other

Restraint of trade after exit No

Goodwill compensation on exit No

Source: ACCC Franchise Disclosure Register (profile FNC-007527) · captured 2026-08-19.

Franchisor disclosures

Arthur Murray’s own answers to the mandatory Register disclosure questions, a starting point for your due diligence.

Serious offence conviction (last 10 yrs)No
Civil judgment against franchisor (last 5 yrs)No
Bankruptcy / insolvency (last 10 yrs)No
Upfront payment required to applyNo
Franchisor can change the agreementYes
Restricts who you can buy supplies fromNo
Agreement provides for arbitrationYes

Source: ACCC Franchise Disclosure Register (profile FNC-007527) · captured 2026-08-19.

Franchisor details

Website www.arthurmurray.com

Phone +1 (305) 445-9645

Email info@arthurmurray.com

Registered office c/o Corporation Trust Center, 1209 Orange Street, Wilmington, Delaware 19801 (U.S.A.)

View the full ACCC Register profile. Source: ACCC Franchise Disclosure Register (profile FNC-007527) · captured 2026-08-19.

This information is based on material published by the relevant franchisor on the Franchise Disclosure Register. It does not negate the need to undertake necessary due diligence including seeking independent professional advice if considering entering into a franchise agreement.

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Frequently asked questions

How much does an Arthur Murray franchise cost?

An Arthur Murray franchise requires a total investment of $98,083–$347,704 all-in (ACCC Franchise Disclosure Register).

What are Arthur Murray's ongoing fees?

Arthur Murray's ongoing royalty and marketing fees are not published. Ask the franchisor and check the disclosure document for the current fee structure.

Is Arthur Murray on the Franchise Disclosure Register?

Based on FranchiseScope's research, Arthur Murray appears on the ACCC Franchise Disclosure Register. We recommend confirming the current entry yourself at franchisedisclosure.gov.au before relying on it.