Recreation & Social

Recreation & Social franchises connect people through sports, arts, entertainment, and shared experiences. From fitness instruction and golf to event planning, photography, and travel agencies, these businesses thrive in communities where people actively invest in their leisure time and personal wellbeing.

Upscale 4-5 star hotel brand offering premium accommodations blending business and leisure travel worldwide. more ›

$52,000,000 Minimum InvestmentSince 1952

Pulse Performance

Health Club & Weight LossSport-Health Instruction & Training

Technology-enhanced fitness studio offering full-body workouts with expert coaching in strength, conditioning, and nutrition. more ›

$227,300 Minimum Investment2 UnitsSince 2021

Pump It Up

Sport-Health Instruction & TrainingEvent Party & Entertainment

Indoor inflatable playground franchise specializing in private children's birthday parties and events. more ›

$104,200 Minimum Investment39 UnitsSince 2002

10 FDDs available ›Analysis report

Pups Pub

Sports Club & FacilityEvent Party & Entertainment

A full-liquor sports bar combined with an off-leash indoor/outdoor dog park experience. more ›

$149,600 Minimum InvestmentSince 2020

Pure Barre

Health Club & Weight LossSport-Health Instruction & Training

Boutique fitness studio offering low-impact, full-body barre workouts blending ballet, Pilates, and yoga. more ›

$445,299 Minimum Investment617 UnitsSince 2012

12 FDDs available ›

Pure Fitness

Health Club & Weight LossSport-Health Instruction & TrainingSports Club & Facility

Low-cost, high-quality gym with 24/7 access and flexible no-contract memberships. more ›

$399,500 Minimum Investment3 UnitsSince 2021

2 FDDs available ›

Pure Physique

Health Club & Weight LossSport-Health Instruction & Training

Fitness studio franchise offering time-efficient, results-driven personal training and coaching programs. more ›

Since 2007

Pureflo Yoga

Health Club & Weight LossSport-Health Instruction & Training

Hot yoga studio franchise offering a curated, community-focused yoga experience for adult students. more ›

Since 2008

pūrvelo cycle

Health Club & Weight LossSport-Health Instruction & Training

Rhythm-based indoor cycling studio franchise in the boutique fitness space with merchandise revenue streams. more ›

$355,920 Minimum Investment4 UnitsSince 2014

2 FDDs available ›

Putt-Putt Fun Centers

Camp League & TournamentEvent Party & EntertainmentSpecialty Recreation

Operates miniature golf and family entertainment centers offering fun for kids and adults. more ›

$25,000 Minimum Investment132 UnitsSince 1954

Provides affordable hotel accommodations for both leisure and business travelers worldwide. more ›

$332,295 Minimum Investment1,566 UnitsSince 1939

3 FDDs available ›

Global multi-brand hotel and resort group offering full-service and select-service lodging across multiple tiers. more ›

$272,468 Minimum Investment936 UnitsSince 1938

Lifestyle hotel brand blending art, music, and modern design for a vibrant urban guest experience. more ›

$7,050,440 Minimum Investment2 UnitsSince 1967

8 FDDs available ›

Midscale hotel brand offering comfortable accommodations with free breakfast and internet at most locations. more ›

$237,561 Minimum Investment247 UnitsSince 1954

10 FDDs available ›

Real Hot Yoga

Health Club & Weight LossSport-Health Instruction & Training

Fitness-focused hot yoga studios offering a variety of challenging classes in state-of-the-art heated environments. more ›

$223,800 Minimum Investment3 UnitsSince 2012

3 FDDs available ›

Real Life Ninja Academy

Sport-Health Instruction & TrainingSports Club & Facility

Offers ninja-style obstacle course training and fitness programs for kids and adults in a gym setting. more ›

$123,550 Minimum InvestmentSince 2017

Red Effect Infrared Fitness

Health Club & Weight LossSport-Health Instruction & Training

Boutique fitness studios combining infrared therapy with HIIT, kickboxing, cycling, circuit training, and barre/yoga classes. more ›

$184,500 Minimum Investment4 Units

3 FDDs available ›

Red Phone Booth

Event Party & Entertainment

Upscale 1920s prohibition-era speakeasy offering cocktails, cigars, dining, and an immersive atmosphere. more ›

Since 2016

REDEMPTION Fitness

Health Club & Weight LossSport-Health Instruction & Training

Premium boutique group fitness franchise offering multiple workout modalities including boxing and HIIT at one location. more ›

RedLine Athletics

Camp League & TournamentSport-Health Instruction & Training

Sports performance training facility focused on speed, agility, strength, and athletic development for youth ages 8-18. more ›

$98,725 Minimum Investment34 UnitsSince 2013

17 FDDs available ›

REGYMEN Fitness

Health Club & Weight LossSport-Health Instruction & Training

Boutique fitness studio offering strength, HIIT, and cardio group workouts led by expert coaches. more ›

$330,750 Minimum Investment7 UnitsSince 2017

1 FDD available ›

Value-tier hotel brand offering clean, comfortable, no-frills lodging at accessible price points. more ›

$211,875 Minimum InvestmentSince 2025

1 FDD available ›

Retro Fitness

Health Club & Weight LossSport-Health Instruction & Training

Elevated gym franchise offering memberships, personal training, smoothies, and pro shop retail. more ›

$832,216 Minimum Investment77 UnitsSince 2005

12 FDDs available ›Analysis report

Rev'd Indoor Cycling

Sport-Health Instruction & TrainingSports Club & Facility

Indoor cycling and cross-training studio offering group fitness classes in an inclusive, high-energy environment. more ›

REVSTRONG

Health Club & Weight LossSport-Health Instruction & Training

Boutique fitness franchise focused on strength training, HIIT, high-touch coaching, and community-driven member results. more ›

Since 2025

ReWax and UnWine

Art & CraftEvent Party & Entertainment

Interactive candle-making bar offering in-studio classes, mobile events, and corporate team-building experiences. more ›

Rezzil

Sport-Health Instruction & TrainingRecreation & Sports Equipment

Provides virtual reality and extended reality sports training tools for athletes of all levels. more ›

$25,031 Minimum InvestmentSince 2018

1 FDD available ›

Ripley's Believe It or Not!

TravelEvent Party & Entertainment

Walk-through tourist attractions featuring bizarre, unusual, and extraordinary exhibits from around the world. more ›

$3,000,000 Minimum InvestmentSince 1918

RiseUp Fitness

Health Club & Weight LossSport-Health Instruction & Training

Boutique circuit training studio offering low-impact, high-intensity 50-minute cardio and strength group classes. more ›

$224,683 Minimum Investment

Ritual Hot Yoga

Health Club & Weight LossSport-Health Instruction & Training

Offers luxurious, all-inclusive hot yoga classes with two instructors, music-driven flow, and premium studio amenities. more ›

$297,160 Minimum Investment5 UnitsSince 2015

2 FDDs available ›

Rock & Brews

Event Party & Entertainment

Family-friendly, rock music-themed restaurant serving burgers, pizza, wings, sandwiches, and craft beer. more ›

$1,478,000 Minimum Investment15 UnitsSince 2010

2 FDDs available ›

RockBox Fitness

Health Club & Weight LossSport-Health Instruction & Training

Boutique fitness studio blending boxing, kickboxing, and functional strength training in high-energy group classes. more ›

$431,183 Minimum Investment59 UnitsSince 2017

7 FDDs available ›

Rockin' Jump

Health Club & Weight LossCamp League & TournamentEvent Party & Entertainment

Indoor trampoline park offering open jump, fitness activities, and private party spaces for families. more ›

$1,894,500 Minimum Investment39 UnitsSince 2013

6 FDDs available ›