World Gym International

Franchise Overview

Health Beauty & Fitness Recreation & Social

World Gym International operates full-service gym facilities rooted in the golden era of bodybuilding, offering members a comprehensive fitness environment that spans strength training, cardio equipment, group fitness classes, and personal training services — all under a globally recognized brand with decades of market presence.

Key Highlights

Legacy brand identity resonates with serious athletes and everyday fitness enthusiasts alike
Supports both new location openings and conversions of existing independent gyms
Locations across six continents deliver international recognition with community-focused local operations
Franchisees receive site selection guidance, build-out support, and ongoing operational training

World Gym's combination of a storied brand heritage, flexible development pathways, and a dedicated franchise support team makes it a compelling opportunity for operators looking to enter or expand in the fitness industry.

Just the Facts

For most current information, see Franchise Disclosure Documents

In Business Since1976

Number of Units18

Min Liquid Capital—

Required Networth—

$$$Total Investment$453K – $2.2M

World Gym International Franchise Disclosure Documents (FDD)

These official World Gym International FDDs contain 23 sections of federally mandated disclosures such as franchisee obligations, franchisor litigation, and financial performance. FDD's are typically 100+ pages long and are critical to evaluate when researching a franchise.

Available Documents

World Gym FDD 2026

March 2026

$99.00

World Gym FDD 2025

March 2025

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World Gym FDD 2024

April 2024

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World Gym FDD 2023

April 2023

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World Gym FDD 2022

April 2022

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World Gym FDD 2021

March 2021

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World Gym FDD 2020

May 2020

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World Gym FDD 2019

April 2019

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World Gym FDD 2018

May 2018

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World Gym FDD 2017

April 2017

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World Gym FDD 2016

May 2016

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World Gym FDD 2015

April 2015

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