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Fitness & Wellbeing

Snap Fitness Franchise Opportunity

24/7 low-staff gym franchise offering a lower-cost entry point than larger rivals, with over 260 clubs across Australia. US-founded in 2003, entered Australia around 2009.

260 units in AustraliaFranchising since 2009Registered as Lift Brands (Australia) Pty Ltd
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 Snap Fitness franchise cost?

A Snap Fitness franchise requires a total investment of $250,000–$400,000 all-in, comprising a $27,500 initial fee and a fixed periodic fee in place of a percentage royalty.

Source: Franchisor-published (web): sharpsheets.io · verified July 2026 · franchisor-published. See full cost breakdown

Sources differ on cost. The ACCC Register lists an establishment cost of $671,600–$1,434,250 (captured 2026-08-19), while our headline figure of $250,000–$400,000 is from Franchisor-published (web): sharpsheets.io. Ranges can differ in scope, for example whether working capital, fit-out or GST are included. Confirm the current figure, and exactly what it covers, with the franchisor and the disclosure document.
Full cost breakdown

Fees vs the market

Snap Fitness fees vs Fitness & Wellbeing median · Fee Index Q2 2026 (n=63)
FeeSnap FitnessCategory median 
Royalty (% gross sales)Fixed fee6.0%not a % fee
Marketing levy (% gross sales)None / fixed2.0%not a % fee

Medians from the Fitness & Wellbeing Fee Index. See methodology.

Network & venues

463venues in Australia
457franchised businesses
6company-owned units
361franchisees (operators)
17years operating in Australia

Operates in ACT, NSW, NT, QLD, SA, VIC, WA

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

Source: ACCC Franchise Disclosure Register (profile FNC-007682) · captured 2026-08-19.

Investment & payments

Costs and payments as published by the franchisor on the Register
Establishment cost (all-in setup)$671,600 – $1,434,250
Ongoing payments to franchisor (annual)$69,646 – $148,097
Other payments (annual)$267,051 – $1,138,183

Source: ACCC Franchise Disclosure Register (profile FNC-007682) · 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 Yes

Restraint of trade after exit Yes

Goodwill compensation on exit No

Source: ACCC Franchise Disclosure Register (profile FNC-007682) · captured 2026-08-19.

Franchisor disclosures

Snap Fitness’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 applyYes
Franchisor can change the agreementYes
Restricts who you can buy supplies fromYes
Agreement provides for arbitrationNo

Source: ACCC Franchise Disclosure Register (profile FNC-007682) · captured 2026-08-19.

Franchisor details

Website www.snapfitness.com.au

Phone 0414457835

Email gcondello@liftbrands.com

Registered office L3, 545 Blackburn Road, Mount Waverley. VIC 3149

View the full ACCC Register profile. Source: ACCC Franchise Disclosure Register (profile FNC-007682) · 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.

Available territories

Territory availability
StateRegionStatusAs at
MelbourneVictoriarecruitingJuly 2026
BrisbaneQueenslandrecruitingJuly 2026

Frequently asked questions

How much does a Snap Fitness franchise cost?

A Snap Fitness franchise requires a total investment of $250,000–$400,000 all-in, including a $27,500 initial fee (Franchisor-published (web): sharpsheets.io).

What are Snap Fitness's ongoing fees?

Snap Fitness charges its ongoing fees as a fixed periodic fee rather than a percentage of sales.

Is Snap Fitness on the Franchise Disclosure Register?

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