Retail franchises

The Running Company Franchise Opportunity

A specialty running shoe and running accessories retail business. Clothing, Footwear and Personal Accessory Retailing.

14 units in AustraliaFranchising since 2016Registered as The Running Company Holdings Pty Ltd as Trustee for CG Chapman Holdings Trust
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 The Running Company franchise cost?

A The Running Company franchise requires a total investment of $200,000–$500,000 all-in.

Source: ACCC Franchise Disclosure Register · captured August 2026.

Fees vs the market

The Running Company vs the Retail median · Q3 2026 Fee Index
FeeThe Running CompanyCategory median (systems)Position
All-in establishment cost$200K–$500K$200,000–$511,000 (93)near median

Medians from the Retail 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

14venues in Australia
14franchised businesses
0company-owned units
14franchisees (operators)
10years operating in Australia

Operates in NSW, QLD, SA, TAS, VIC

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

Source: ACCC Franchise Disclosure Register (profile FNC-006938) · captured 2026-08-19.

Investment & payments

Costs and payments as published by the franchisor on the Register
Establishment cost (all-in setup)$200,000 – $500,000
Other payments (annual)$2,500 – $10,000

Source: ACCC Franchise Disclosure Register (profile FNC-006938) · 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-006938) · captured 2026-08-19.

Franchisor disclosures

The Running Company’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 agreementNo
Restricts who you can buy supplies fromNo
Agreement provides for arbitrationNo

Source: ACCC Franchise Disclosure Register (profile FNC-006938) · captured 2026-08-19.

Franchisor details

Website www.therunningcompany.com.au

Phone 0401331565

Email chris.chapman@therunningcompany.com.au

Registered office 22 Nile Street, Port Adelaide, South Australia 5015

View the full ACCC Register profile. Source: ACCC Franchise Disclosure Register (profile FNC-006938) · 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.

How The Running Company’s answers compare: what Australian franchisors disclose on the Register, by category.

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Frequently asked questions

How much does a The Running Company franchise cost?

A The Running Company franchise requires a total investment of $200,000–$500,000 all-in (ACCC Franchise Disclosure Register).

What are The Running Company's ongoing fees?

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

Is The Running Company on the Franchise Disclosure Register?

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