Want to Open a Barre Franchise or a Pilates Franchise? Let’s chat!

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by Amy Mewborn

April 28, 2025

Open a barre studio with out the Pure Barre Franchise, the Barre3 Franchise. Open a pilates studio without the Club Pilates Franchise, the JetSet Pilates Franchise, The Studio Pilates Franchise

Opening a BARRE Studio On Your Own – Versus Purchasing a Barre Franchise

When considering investing in a barre studio franchise, it’s essential to understand the financial commitments involved, including initial franchise fees, royalty fees, advertising fees, franchise terms, and the estimated initial investment.

 

Below is an overview of some of the top barre franchises:

 

Pure Barre Franchise

    • Pure Barre Franchise Fee: $60,000

    • Pure Barre Royalty Fee: 7% of gross sales

    • Pure Barre Advertising Fee: 2% of gross sales

    • Pure Barre Franchise Term: Typically 10 years, with renewal options

    • Pure Barre Estimated Initial Investment: Ranges from approximately $265,330 to $418,980, including the franchise fee

The Bar Method Franchise

    • Bar Method Franchise Fee: $42,500

    • Bar Method Royalty Fee: 6% of gross revenue

    • Bar Method Advertising Fee: 2% of gross revenue

    • Bar Method Franchise Term: Details not specified; typically 10 years with renewal options

    • Bar Method Estimated Initial Investment: Ranges from $386,523 to $537,264

Barre3 Franchise

    • Barre3 Franchise Fee: $50,000

    • Barre3 Royalty Fee: 6%

    • Barre3 Advertising Fee: 2%

    • Barre3 Franchise Term: 10-year initial term, with 5-year renewals

    • Barre3 Estimated Initial Investment: Ranges from $297,000 to $629,000

 

Opening a Pilates Studio On Your Own – Versus Purchasing a Pilates Franchise

When considering investing in a Pilates studio franchise, it’s crucial to understand the financial commitments involved, including initial franchise fees, royalty fees, advertising fees, franchise terms, and the estimated initial investment.

 

Below is an overview of some of the top Pilates franchises:

 

Club Pilates

    • Club Pilates Franchise Fee: $65,000

    • Club Pilates Initial Inventory Fees: $12,000

    • Club Pilates Grand Opening and Marketing Fees: $15,000

    • Club Pilates Royalty Fee: 8% of gross sales

    • Club Pilates Advertising Fee: 2% of gross sales

    • Club Pilates Technology Fee: $550/mo

    • Club Pilates Instructor Training: $2,000 per instructor

    • Club Pilates Franchise Term: 10 years, with options for two additional five-year renewals

    • Club Pilates Estimated Initial Investment: Ranges from $179,100 to $368,000

    • Required to open studio within 6 months of franchise fee – or will incur a $2,500 fee. After that, they can revoke your franchise – and fees are non-refundable.

    • You must secure a location that we approve within 90 days of franchise agreement execution or they can revoke your franchise agreement – and your fees are non-refundable!

    • You are required to invest $1,500/mo on local advertising

Studio Pilates International

    • Studio Pilates Franchise Fee: $45,000

    • Studio Pilates Opening Package Fee: $31,000

    • Studio Pilates Marketing Launch Package: $10,000

    • Studio Pilates Technology Fee: $1,600/mo for them to monitor your revenue so they know how much they can take from your business.

    • Studio Pilates Initial Inventory Fees: $14,000 – $18,000

    • Studio Pilates Uniforms: $500-$1,000

    • Studio Pilates Royalty Fee: 8%

    • Studio Pilates Marketing Fund: 2%

    • Studio Pilates Advertising Fee: 2%

    • Studio Pilates Instructor Training: $1,000 – $2,500 per instructor

    • Studio Pilates Franchise Term: 10 years

    • Estimated Initial Investment: Ranges from $271,200 to $517,800

    • You do not own your own website and can not use on page Search Engine Optimization to be organically near the top of Google.

    • You are not guaranteed ANY territory

    • Non-compete for 30 miles and two years.

BODYBAR Pilates

    • BodyBar Pilates Franchise Fee: $49,500

    • BodyBar Pilates Royalty Fee: 7% of gross sales

    • BodyBar Pilates Advertising Fee: 2% of gross sales

    • BodyBar Pilates Franchise Term: Not specified

    • Estimated Initial Investment: Ranges from $281,600 to $814,660

Jetset Pilates

    • JetSet Pilates Franchise Fee: $50,000

    • JetSet Pilates Royalty Fee: Not specified

    • JetSet Pilates Advertising Fee: Not specified

    • JetSet Pilates Franchise Term: Not specified

    • Estimated Initial Investment: Starts from $398,800, including the initial franchise fee

JetSet Pilates offers franchise opportunities with the following financial commitments:

    • Initial Franchise Fee: $50,000 for a single unit. For multiple units, the fee is $45,000 for the second unit and $40,000 for the third unit.

    • Royalty Fee: 7.5% of gross revenue or a minimum of $1,000 per month, whichever is greater.

    • Advertising Fee: 1.5% of gross revenue.

The total initial investment required to open a JetSet Pilates studio ranges from $398,800 to $654,100.

The Daily Pilates

    • Daily Pilates Franchise Fee: $50,000

    • Daily Pilates Royalty Fee: 6% of gross sales

    • Daily Pilates Advertising Fee: 2% of gross sales

    • Daily Pilates Franchise Term: 10 years, with renewal options

    • Estimated Initial Investment: Ranges from $318,106 to $630,026

Please note that these figures can vary based on location, studio size, and other factors. Prospective franchisees should conduct thorough due diligence and consult with the franchisors to obtain the most current and detailed information before making any investment decisions.

 

To book a free consultation call to discuss opening your own barre studio or pilates studio without the fees or rules of a barre franchise or a pilates franchise – click here to book your call!  

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