Club Pilates

Join the world’s largest Pilates franchise and bring premium boutique fitness to your community.

Club Pilates is the global leader in Reformer Pilates, operating hundreds of studios worldwide and introducing millions of people to the benefits of Pilates. As consumer demand for premium wellness experiences continues to grow, Club Pilates is expanding across the UK and seeking ambitious franchise partners to develop and operate studios in high-potential territories.

This is an opportunity to build a premium, membership-based business backed by an internationally recognised brand, proven operating systems and one of the fastest-growing fitness categories in the world.

Why investors are choosing boutique fitness

The UK fitness market continues to evolve beyond traditional gyms, with consumers increasingly seeking specialist, experience-led wellness concepts.

Reformer Pilates has emerged as one of the most in-demand fitness formats, appealing to a broad demographic, including:

• Professionals seeking low-impact exercise
• Active ageing consumers
• Rehabilitation and recovery clients
• Athletes and sports enthusiasts
• Wellness-focused individuals

Unlike many fitness concepts that rely on seasonal demand, Club Pilates operates a recurring membership model designed to generate predictable monthly revenue and long-term customer retention.

What does Club Pilates do?

Club Pilates is the largest Pilates franchise network globally and has become one of the most recognised names within boutique fitness.

Our studios offer a range of low-impact, full-body workouts delivered through a structured class programme led by highly trained instructors. Members benefit from improved strength, flexibility, mobility and overall wellbeing in a welcoming and supportive environment.

As a franchise owner, your role is to build and lead a successful local business. Rather than teaching classes yourself, you will focus on studio leadership, team development, community engagement and business growth.

The Club Pilates business model

Club Pilates is built around a membership-based revenue model that delivers recurring income while creating strong customer loyalty.

Each studio benefits from:

• Monthly recurring membership revenue
• Multiple membership tiers
• High-class utilisation potential
• Strong customer retention
• Additional retail and ancillary revenue opportunities
• Proven operating systems and reporting tools

The model is designed to allow franchise owners to focus on building a team and growing the business rather than delivering classes themselves.

Many franchisees come from corporate, management, finance, consulting and entrepreneurial backgrounds with no previous fitness experience.

Why Club Pilates stands out

Proven global brand

Club Pilates is part of the Xponential Fitness portfolio and has become the largest Pilates franchise brand in the world.

The business benefits from:

• 1400+ studios globally
• A proven operating model refined over 20 years
• Established instructor training systems
• Comprehensive franchise support infrastructure
• Significant international brand recognition

Premium market position

Club Pilates operates at the premium end of the fitness market, attracting members willing to invest in their health and wellbeing.

Recurring revenue

Monthly memberships create predictable income and support long-term business growth.

Broad customer demographic

Reformer Pilates appeals to a wide range of age groups and fitness levels, helping create a diverse member base.

Scalable opportunity

Both single-unit and multi-unit development opportunities are available across the UK.

Comprehensive support

Franchisees receive extensive training, systems and ongoing support from an experienced team.

UK expansion opportunities

Club Pilates UK is actively identifying franchise partners for major territories throughout the country.

With significant whitespace remaining across the UK market, franchisees have the opportunity to secure exclusive territories and establish a leading position in their local area.

Available opportunities include:

• Single-studio ownership
• Multi-unit development agreements
• Regional portfolio growth opportunities

For experienced operators and investors, Club Pilates represents a scalable platform with significant long-term growth potential.

Who we are looking for

The ideal Club Pilates franchisee is commercially minded and growth-focused.

We welcome enquiries from:

• Senior executives
• Corporate professionals
• Business owners
• Multi-unit franchise operators
• Investors seeking an owner-operator opportunity
• Individuals with leadership and people management experience

While a passion for health and wellness is beneficial, prior fitness industry experience is not required.

Our most successful franchisees focus on leadership, culture, customer experience and business performance.

Comprehensive franchise support

Franchisees receive support throughout every stage of the business journey.

Investment information

Typical investment: £10,000 – £500,000.

The total investment will vary depending on territory, property costs and studio specification.

Investment typically includes:

• Franchise licence fee
• Studio fit-out
• Reformer equipment
• Initial marketing programme
• Working capital
• Professional fees

Funding support is available for qualified candidates.

A simpler way to secure your Club Pilates territory

We’ve recently introduced a new Territory Reservation process, making it easier for prospective franchisees to begin their journey with Club Pilates.

Rather than committing to the full franchise fee from the outset, you can now reserve an exclusive territory with an initial £10,000 Territory Reservation Payment.

This allows you to move confidently into the next stages of the process while working alongside our experienced franchise team. 

During this period, we’ll support you with:

• Confirming your territory
• Property search and site identification
• Site analysis and approval
• Initial studio planning and development discussions

Once a suitable property has been identified and approved, you’ll progress to signing your Franchise Agreement and paying the remaining balance of the franchise fee.

Most importantly, your territory remains exclusively reserved for you throughout this process, ensuring no other prospective franchisee can secure or progress within that area.

A business with purpose

Across the Club Pilates network, franchisees have successfully transitioned from careers in:

• Banking
• Finance
• Corporate leadership
• Healthcare
• Professional services
• Entrepreneurship

Many entered the business with no prior fitness experience, leveraging the Club Pilates systems and support infrastructure to build successful studios within their communities.

Club Pilates offers more than a traditional franchise opportunity.

It provides the opportunity to build a premium recurring-revenue business while helping people improve their health, mobility and quality of life.

Backed by a globally recognised brand, proven systems and growing consumer demand, Club Pilates is uniquely positioned within the UK’s expanding wellness market.

Whether you are looking to transition from corporate life, diversify your investment portfolio or build a multi-unit franchise business, Club Pilates provides a proven platform for long-term growth.

Take the next step

If you are interested in bringing Club Pilates to your local community and building a premium wellness business with global brand backing, we would love to hear from you.

Enquire today to learn more about available territories, investment requirements and the Club Pilates franchise opportunity.