Crunch Fitness Earns Top Spot in 2025 Franchise Rankings
Krissy Vann | Host, All Things Fitness and Wellness
Franchising in the fitness industry is highly competitive, with brands working to maintain growth, member satisfaction, and innovation. Crunch Fitness has solidified its leadership position, ranking #1 in the fitness category and #32 overall in the 2025 Entrepreneur Franchise 500®.
Celebrating its 35th anniversary in 2024, Crunch Fitness achieved several milestones, including launching its redesigned Crunch 3.0 gym concept, surpassing three million members globally, and growing its franchise footprint to 500 locations. These achievements highlight its role as a major player in the high-value, low-price gym market.
"It’s an honor to receive Entrepreneur's recognition as the leading fitness brand in franchising," said Jim Rowley, CEO of Crunch Fitness. "Crunch has climbed the ranks for over a decade, and this year’s ranking is a testament to the commitment of our franchisees, corporate team, team members at our gyms, and millions of loyal members. We look forward to an even more successful year in 2025."
The Entrepreneur Franchise 500® evaluates franchises on various criteria, including costs, fees, growth, support, brand strength, and financial stability. Each franchise receives a cumulative score based on an analysis of more than 150 data points, and the top 500 franchises are ranked accordingly.
Crunch Fitness’s continued success is evident in its ability to outperform competitors in the rankings. For comparison, Orangetheory Fitness ranked #73, Anytime Fitness at #82, Club Pilates at #133, and Gold's Gym at #160.
"Entrepreneur’s recognition further cements our position as the leading fitness brand in franchising," added Chequan Lewis, President of Crunch Fitness. "As we celebrate this year’s ranking, we want to recognize the operational excellence of Crunch franchisees and team members at our gyms across the U.S. and around the globe. We look forward to delivering even more legendary experiences to gym members this year."
The 2025 ranking highlights Crunch Fitness’s ability to maintain steady growth and operational strength in a competitive industry. With a focus on expanding its footprint and enhancing its offerings, the company continues to position itself as a notable player in the fitness franchise market.
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