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Buy a 9Round Franchise

9Round is a kickboxing fitness franchise founded in 2008 in Greenville, South Carolina. The brand operates compact studios of 1,500–2,500 square feet hosting a proprietary 30-minute circuit workout. Nine exercise stations are set up around the studio, with a new round beginning every three minutes; members join the circuit on arrival rather than attending fixed classes.

The workout draws on kickboxing movement: bag work, boxing combinations, and functional exercises, guided by trainers and in-studio screen systems delivering real-time coaching. Members can track effort and output through the 9Round PULSE wearable heart rate system. The brand operates on a 24/7 model, allowing members to train at any hour.

9Round grew rapidly after beginning to franchise in 2009, reaching several hundred US locations before a period of significant network contraction. The founders reacquired full ownership through Striking Brands in 2025, ending a partnership with Lift Brands. The network currently includes roughly 200 US studios and approximately 100 international locations across 18 countries.

Latest Resales

  • There are currently no 9Round resales available

Why buy a 9Round Franchise?

The 9Round format appeals to fitness-minded buyers because the 30-minute no-class-time model reduces barriers typical of traditional gym franchises: members arrive when they choose, the circuit format is repeatable for operators, and the flat monthly fee structure supports financial predictability. The 24/7 operating model adds member access without proportional staff increases.

The small studio footprint keeps occupancy costs in check relative to larger gym concepts. Revenue comes from multiple sources: studio memberships, branded merchandise, personalized training, and workshop sessions. The membership model creates a recurring income base, with local member retention and trainer quality as the primary performance drivers.

9Round Franchise Costs & Information

Based on 2025 data reported in the 2026 FDD

  • Brand Profile

    • Year Founded

      2008

    • Franchising Since

      2008

    • New Startup Cost

      $160,449 – $390,300

    • Avg. Resale Price

      Contact us for details

  • Franchise Fees

    • Initial franchise Fee

      $19,900

      for new territories

    • Transfer Fee

      $10,000

      for new franchisees, $5,000 for existing

    • Royalty Fee

      6%

      of Net Sales or $600/mo min

    • Marketing Fee

      2%

      of Net Sales or $250/mo min

  • Unit Performance

    • Total Units *

      142

    • New Units Opened *

      3

    • Units Transferred *

      6

    • Avg. Unit revenue *

      Not Disclosed

    * Based on 2025 data reported in the 2026 FDD

9Round – Additional  Information

  1. Training & Support

    New owners receive 26 hours of classroom training and 27 hours of on-the-job training, followed by a Training Camp covering studio operations. A dedicated Onboarding Coach guides incoming franchisees through the setup process, and ongoing online modules cover 9Round's systems and processes. Franchisees are supported by Franchise Business Coaches and the Home Office team across marketing, sales, and operations. Annual franchise conventions supplement field support. Buyers of an existing 9Round unit should confirm what onboarding training and access to the PULSE heart rate system and Daily Workout Screen system carry over with the resale.

  2. Ideal Owner

    9Round suits an owner with genuine enthusiasm for fitness and community engagement. The studio model is operations-led and people-focused; the franchisee's most important contribution is creating an environment where members feel supported and return consistently. Industry experience is not required, as structured training is provided, but comfort with frontline staff management and a hands-on local presence are practical necessities. Owners who embrace the brand's Kaizen philosophy of continuous improvement and can build lasting member relationships are well positioned to grow and retain a strong membership base.

  3. Recognition & Awards

    9Round has appeared on Entrepreneur magazine's Franchise 500 list, ranking #169 in 2021, its ninth consecutive year on the list. In 2021, the brand also received the Global Franchise Award for Best Fitness Franchise. As an established kickboxing fitness concept founded in 2008 with a presence across 18 countries, the brand carries recognition within both the franchising and boutique fitness industries. For resale buyers, local brand visibility — member reviews, community standing, and trainer reputation in the specific territory — is as relevant as national recognition when evaluating a unit.

  4. Industry / Market

    The US boutique fitness market has grown consistently on the back of demand for time-efficient, coach-supported workouts and recurring membership models that build habitual exercise behaviour. Kickboxing and circuit training formats attract members who value structured variety over traditional gym access. The category has shown resilience across economic cycles due to recurring monthly membership revenue. For resale buyers, the performance of a specific studio depends heavily on local member density, trainer team quality, and the membership retention history of the unit.

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