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World Gym Australia Franchise Opportunity

Global gym brand (established 1976) that franchises full-size health clubs across Australian capital cities including Sydney, Melbourne, Brisbane, Perth and Adelaide.

60 units in AustraliaFranchising since 2008Registered as Pro Arc International 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 World Gym Australia franchise cost?

A World Gym Australia franchise requires a total investment of $2,000,000–$5,000,000 all-in.

Source: ACCC Franchise Disclosure Register · captured August 2026. See full cost breakdown

Full cost breakdown

Fees vs the market

World Gym Australia vs the Fitness & Wellbeing median · Q3 2026 Fee Index
FeeWorld Gym AustraliaCategory median (systems)Position
All-in establishment cost$2M–$5M$250,000–$500,000 (103)above 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

60venues in Australia
54franchised businesses
6company-owned units
48franchisees (operators)
18years operating in Australia

Operates in NSW, NT, QLD, WA

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

Source: ACCC Franchise Disclosure Register (profile FNC-006693) · captured 2026-08-19.

Investment & payments

Costs and payments as published by the franchisor on the Register
Establishment cost (all-in setup)$2,000,000 – $5,000,000
Ongoing payments to franchisor (annual)$82,000 – $274,000
Other payments (annual)$1,250,200 – $3,410,100

Source: ACCC Franchise Disclosure Register (profile FNC-006693) · 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 Yes

Goodwill compensation on exit Other

Source: ACCC Franchise Disclosure Register (profile FNC-006693) · captured 2026-08-19.

Franchisor disclosures

World Gym Australia’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 fromYes
Agreement provides for arbitrationYes

Source: ACCC Franchise Disclosure Register (profile FNC-006693) · captured 2026-08-19.

Franchisor details

Website worldgymaustralia.com/franchising

Phone 0728008404

Email info@worldgymaustralia.com

Registered office 'KPMG' Level 8 91 Phillip Street Parramatta NSW 2150

View the full ACCC Register profile. Source: ACCC Franchise Disclosure Register (profile FNC-006693) · 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 World Gym Australia’s answers compare: what Australian franchisors disclose on the Register, by category.

Before you buy into World Gym Australia

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Frequently asked questions

How much does a World Gym Australia franchise cost?

A World Gym Australia franchise requires a total investment of $2,000,000–$5,000,000 all-in (ACCC Franchise Disclosure Register).

What are World Gym Australia's ongoing fees?

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

Is World Gym Australia on the Franchise Disclosure Register?

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