Planet Fitness is a company in Burnaze's franchise knowledge graph, mentioned since 2015. 401 stories link here, each summarized from the original publisher. * The fitness industry, which includes Planet Fitness, continues to grow, driven by shifts towards strength training and recovery, as well as the use of technology such as artificial intelligence [[2026-10-29 Franchise Times Ranks the Largest Fitness Franchisees (c17a72)]]. * Planet Fitness' stock closed at $43.36 on October 8, down 13 percent from $49.58 on September 10 and a 60 percent decline from $109.73 at the start of the year [[2026-10-29 Mixed Year for Stock Performance at 2 Fitness Franchisors (802eeb)]]. * Planet Fitness ranked No. 22 on the 2026 Franchise Times Top 400 for the third straight year, retaining its top fitness ranking [[2026-10-19 Planet Fitness retains Franchise Times’ top fitness ranking (077fe8)]]. * Planet Fitness has over 20.8 million members, according to the 2026 HFA Global 25 report [[2026-10-08 The HFA Global 25 (0210e0)]]. * Planet Fitness has partnered with Your Reformer to add reformer Pilates to its 32 Australian locations for Black Card members [[2026-09-08 Planet Fitness Adds Reformer Pilates to Australia Gyms (47e8d3)]]. * Planet Fitness cut its profit outlook due to sluggish member sign-ups, now expecting a 3% decline in adjusted net income [[2026-08-06 Planet Fitness Cuts Outlook on Sluggish Member Sign-Ups (ff16f6)]]. * The initial investment to start a Planet Fitness franchise ranges from $1,282,500 to $5,386,000 [[2026-08-04 Franchise Deep Dive Planet Fitness’ Franchise Costs, Fees, Profit and Data (725019)]]. * Planet Fitness opened 181 new clubs in 2025, reaching 2,896 locations [[2026-08-03 The 15 Hottest Health and Wellness Franchises of 2026 (d058ec)]] Filed under Fitness / Gym & HVLP.
Vasa Fitness, a high-value, low-price (HVLP) gym chain, has bolstered its executive team to support its expansion plans, which includes growing by 6-8 new clubs in 2025.
Louisiana Fit signed an eight-unit development deal to become a franchise partner with Lumin Fitness.
Planet Fitness offers limited-time deals from top brands to members
Franchise mentors and coaches share their experiences and advice for success.
Lumin Fitness signs 8-unit franchise deal with Louisiana Fit team
Lumin Fitness, which has dubbed itself “The World’s Smartest Fitness Studio,” is bringing its AI-powered and gamified brand of boutique fitness to the Bayou.
Planet Fitness sells $800 million in bonds to repay debt.
Planet Fitness issues $600 million in new debt to manage $2 billion debt
We’ve selected highlights from Bill Edwards’ biweekly Global Business Newsletter (#108, May 14, 2024).
The International Franchise Association has released policy recommendations to strengthen the franchise model and improve outcomes in franchising.
Major big-box gyms and health clubs including Planet Fitness, Life Time and Crunch Fitness experienced increased year-over-year visitation numbers nearly every week from January 2024 to April 2024, according to a new report.
Planet Fitness reported lackluster new member numbers and is lowering its outlook for the full year, citing several headwinds, such as reduced consumer spending, illnesses and a national advertising campaign that the fitness franchise says missed its mark.
The International Franchise Association launched the Franchise Ascension Initiative, a six-month accelerator program for underrepresented communities.
Planet Fitness names Colleen Keating CEO with $1 million salary.
Squeeze appoints Brian Boucher as Chief Operating Officer, overseeing operational efficiencies and implementing new initiatives to support the franchise system.
Planet Fitness faces boycott calls, but investors remain bullish with a $5.5 billion market cap.
The Gym Group reports 18% revenue growth and plans expansion
Squeeze Massage Franchisee Brian and Christina Boucher open 15 shops in Boston, bringing upscale massage to the city.
Amped Fitness is arriving in the Lone Star State, set to open its first Texas location, in the Dallas-Fort Worth metro area, later this year.
Gym memberships increased from 50 million in 2010 to 64 million in 2019, with a pattern of steady growth over the past decade.
Altitude Trampoline Park opens a new location in Spring Hill, Florida.
Franchise expert Mark Siebert outlines a two-step strategy for crafting a great brand story for a business, including coming up with a brand slogan that tells the story.
Planet Fitness reports $285.1 million revenue, warns of transition year
Workout Anytime franchisee Phil Gephart combines his passion for fitness, family, and faith as he runs his Camden, South Carolina location.