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Retro Fitness

Fitness center

Eric Casaburi began Retro Fitness with a simple philosophy, "More fitness, Less money, by providing an exciting and inviting environment for exercising, fitting to any fitness enthusiast budget".

We are actively looking for qualified entrepreneurs with the motivation and determination to build a successful business. A qualified Retro Fitness Franchise candidate appreciates and understands excellent customer service, enjoys interacting with the general public, has a general understanding of management/budgets, has significant financial resources, and is comfortable following established business parameters. Candidates fitting these criteria are invited to take the next step in finding out if a Retro Fitness Franchise is the business opportunity for you by completing our online application.

As a Retro Fitness Franchisee you will have the opportunity to reap the rewards that are produced through consistent application of our business practices that benefit our thousands of members everyday.

It's an awesome time for Retro Fitness, enjoying the benefits of keeping people healthy and fit while earning a living.

PRODUCTS AND SERVICES

A sample of some of the products and services you may offer as a Retro fitness Franchisee include:

* Full Service Fitness Center including: 50+ pieces of various Cardiovascular equipment. Various CircuitTraining/Strength Training equipment and Free Weights.
* RetroBlends Juice Bar
* Personal Training Services
* Tanning
* Retro Cardio Movie Theatre

Please Note: The operators of Retro Fitness, may not have verified the accuracy of the Franchise information contained within this website. For accurate up-to-date information, customers are strongly recommended to visit the official Retro Fitness website.

Start-up Costs & Franchises Fees

How much does it cost to open a Retro Fitness Franchises?

Total Investment: $638,900-$1,500,000
Initial Franchise Fee: $49,000
Royalty Fee: 5%
Advertising Fee: N/A
Term of Agreement: 10 years

How to contact Retro Fitness

Retro Fitness News

Retro Fitness, Inc., Inks Development Agreement To Add Two New Locations In Philadelphia
Retro Fitness, Inc., a national 1980s-themed gym chain, announced today that it has signed a franchise development agreement to open two new locations in East Norriton and King of Prussia, PA. The agreement will bring the total number of Retrofitness locations in the Philadelphia market to six. Comp... more

'80s-themed Fitness Chain Dials Up "867-5309"
For a good time, or at least a good workout, gym rats can now call 867-5309. The rapidly expanding health club chain Retrofitness has acquired the rights to the phone number made famous by '80s one-hit wonder Tommy Tutone. It also recently inked original MTV veejay Martha Quinn to be the voic... more

Retrofitness Announces Expansion Into Washington D.c.
Retrofitness, Inc., an awe-inspiring 1980's-themed gym chain, has announced plans to develop new health clubs throughout the Washington D.C. DMA. Calling for at least 17 new locations during the next three years, Retrofitness will execute its growth strategy through a combination of company and ... more

Retrofitness Strengthens Executive Team With Leaders From The Business Industry
Retrofitness, a unique 1980's-themed gym chain, is pumping up its executive team as Eric Casaburi, founder and CEO, announced today the hire of two key executives, Robert Sprechman and Richard Roser. Both have been brought on to lead the company's strategic growth initiatives for 2009 and beyond. ... more

Retrofitness Partners With Lake Capital, To Expand Its Nationwide Scope And Reach
Eric Casaburi, founder and CEO of Retrofitness, a unique, 1980's-themed gym chain, today announced that it has partnered with and received a significant investment from Lake Capital, a Chicago based private equity firm that invests exclusively in service-based companies. Retrofitness will use th... more

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Franchise History

When did the first Retro Fitness open? 2002
When did Retro Fitness start Franchising? 2006

Year	U.S.A.	Canada	International	Corporate
2009	45	0	0	1
2008	39	0	0	0
2006	24	0	0	0
2005	5	0	0	0

Financing Options

Expense	In-House	Third Party
Franchise Fee	No	No
Startup Costs	No	Yes
Equipment	No	Yes
Inventory	No	No
Accounts Receivable	No	No
Payroll	No	No

Training & Support

Training
* Available at headquarters: 8 days
* At franchisee's location: 8 days

Support
* Newsletter
* Meetings
* Toll-free phone line
* Grand opening
* Internet
* Security/safety procedures
* Field operations/evaluations
* Purchasing cooperatives

Marketing
* Co-op advertising
* Ad slicks
* Regional advertising

Business Operations

* 25% of all franchisees own more than one unit * Number of employees needed to run franchised unit: 10 - 20 * Absentee ownership of franchise is allowed. (35% of current franchisees are owner/operators)

Qualifications & Business Experience

Business Experience:Net worth requirement: $1M+ Cash liquidity requirement: $200K Business Experience:

General business experience

Related Franchise Categories

• Fitness & Gyms Franchise Opportunities
• Franchises $500K to $1 Million

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