We're proud to be one of the largest and fastest-growing franchisors and operators of fitness centers in the United States by number of members and locations. Join us as we further our mission of enhancing people’s lives by providing an affordable, high-quality fitness experience in a welcoming, non-intimidating environment.
Most of our franchisees do not come from a background in the fitness club industry (and we love that). Our clean and simple-to-run model (typically 13-18 employees per store, total!) attracts men and women from diverse backgrounds.
From other multi-unit franchise owners and investors to doctors and attorneys, what's the one thing that all of our franchisees have in common? An entrepreneurial spirit and the desire to follow a time-tested and proven franchise model.
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1992 The first Planet Fitness opens in Dover, New Hampshire |
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1993 UNH student Chris Rondeau (now CEO) takes front-desk job at Dover gym |
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1997 Planet Fitness unveils the Judgement Free Zone® philosophy as a way to make first-time gym users feel comfortable joining and starting their fitness journey |
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1999 In Concord, NH, after a daylong shortage of hot water, members were thanked for their patience with free pizza. The popularity of the giveaway led to once-a-month pizza night in all locations |
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2003 The first Planet Fitness franchise opens in Altamonte Springs, FL |
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2005 The PF Black Card® was introduced at $19.99 a month. PF Black Card® members can workout at any Planet Fitness in the system, bring a guest at no additional charge, and have access to amenities including HydroMassage, massage chairs, tanning, and more |
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2006 100th club opens in Logan, UT |
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2011 Planet Fitness opens its first location outside the continental United States in Carolina, Puerto Rico |
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2012 500th club opens in Morton Grove, IL |
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2013 Chris Rondeau is named Chief Executive Officer |
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2014 1st international location opens in Toronto, Ontario, Canada |
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2015 1,000th club opens in Washington, D.C. |
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2016 The Judgement Free Generation™ is launched, Planet Fitness’ national philanthropic initiative designed to combat the judgement and bullying faced by today’s teens by creating a culture of kindness and encouragement |
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2017 Planet Fitness reaches 10 million member mark |
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