A franchise fit for the future
About Snap Fitness
Snap Fitness launched in 2003 and set a new benchmark for innovation in the fitness and franchising markets.
Since then, we have continuously evolved to maintain our leading brand position, delivering top-tier support for both franchisees and members across our 1,000+ gyms in 20+ countries.
As the fitness industry grows, our mission is to continue to be known as the most inclusive fitness experience, which appeals to a broad market and delivers a profitable franchise business model.
INNOVATIVE GLOBAL BRAND
We provide an inclusive gym experience, leveraging technology and key partnerships to provide a premium gym experience at an affordable cost which appeals to a broad audience.
GROWING MEMBERSHIP BASE
Our membership base grew by 14% year on year across the same number of sites against an industry backdrop of 3.4% with the 3rd highest number of new gyms opening. (2023 The State of the UK Fitness Industry Report).
We continued to grow our memberships base across 2023 achieving +23.7%.
WORLD CLASS SUPPORT
Our team provide you with the playbook to make opening your own gym simple. We will help with planning and securing finance, sourcing property, recruiting, and training, pre-sales and launch, as well as ongoing support at every step of the way.
PROVEN ROI
Our franchisees typically see a return on their investment 3 years, enabling them to become multi-location owners at pace to build a secure investment portfolio.
Full support structure

Working with the right partners in the right way is central to our approach to continue developing the Snap Fitness brand.
Whether you’re looking to be an Owner Investor or an Owner Manager we have a robust support system in place from the very start.
What we provide
- Planning and finance: Access to funding opportunities through partnerships with leading lenders
- Property: In-house property experts to help you find and develop the right sites.
- Recruitment and training: Access to the best candidates available through our recruitment partners. Comprehensive training for you and your team.
- Pre-Sale and launch: Marketing support and continued coaching help keep you on the front foot.
- Personal contact: Your franchisee business manager will ensure you have the insights and support to run your business effectively.
- Ongoing growth: Continuous support with operations, coaching and marketing. You can start as a multi-club owner – or we’ll help you work towards this in 3 years.
- Member analytics: Innovative back-end technology with insight into member behaviour and needs.
Our Franchisees

The Snap Fitness estate will reach the 100-club open milestone before in 2024. We have a strong property pipeline and are seeking ambitious, service-orientated franchisees who share our mission and who want to be part of the growing global health and wellness market.
These partners will be forward thinkers who appreciate the commercial opportunity that results from helping people discover a lasting passion for an active lifestyle.
We offer a relatively low up-front investment, the opportunity for a fast ROI – 3 years – and a clear path to long term, sustainable growth. Our dedicated London-based team of experts will support you every step of the way – from sourcing your properties – through to opening and running a successful fitness business.
The Next Step
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Lift Brands reacquires Snap Fitness master franchise for UAE
Leading global wellness company Lift Brands has reacquired the Snap Fitness master franchise for the United Arab Emirates as it looks to accelerate its growth in the region.
The operation of Snap Fitness in the UAE will now be overseen by Lift Brands’ EMEA support office team, headquartered in London and spearheaded by CEO, Kevin Yates.

As part of the acquisition, Dubai-based Afshad Mistry has been appointed as General Manager for the UAE, having held the position for the previous master franchise holder.
As well as a commitment to opening a significant number of new locations in the UAE in the coming years, Lift Brands’ immediate focus is strengthening the four existing Snap Fitness clubs in the region. Modernisation projects are already underway at its Media City and Motor City clubs to enhance the member experience.
Following a record-breaking year for Snap Fitness franchise sales across EMEA in 2024, Lift Brands has already received strong interest for development in the region and will soon begin its search for ambitious franchise partners in the UAE.
“Reacquiring the master franchise for the UAE is a hugely exciting move for us,” said Kevin Yates, CEO of Lift Brands EMEA. “The health and fitness club market in the UAE is projected to reach over $5 billion by 2030[1] and by driving the Snap Fitness brand centrally, it will help us to rapidly capitalise on this.
“2024 was a record year for us across EMEA, with more club openings and new franchise sales than ever before. We’re on a roll right now and we can’t wait to unlock Snap Fitness’ potential in the UAE and significantly grow our presence there.
“With his knowledge of the region and being involved with Snap Fitness for over seven years, we’re delighted to have Afshad on board to lead operations in the UAE, as well as leveraging the support of our EMEA support team.”

Snap Fitness reached the 100-club landmark across the UK & Ireland last year and kicked off 2025 with another opening in Raynes Park, London. It is set to open 20 clubs across the EMEA region in 2025 as it cements its place as one of the world’s largest gym franchises.


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