Category: Franchise

At Amped Fitness®, we are a franchisor that understands the significance of not just building a business, but also contributing positively to the communities we serve. Opening a big box fitness gym isn’t just about offering a space for workouts; it’s about creating a hub for empowerment, social connection, and personal transformation within the community. Here’s how:

Inspiring Health and Wellness

At the core of our mission is the belief that fitness can transform lives. By opening a big box gym, franchise owners become catalysts for change in their communities. Our gyms provide not only state-of-the-art equipment but also expert guidance and support to help members achieve their health and wellness goals. In today’s fast-paced world, where stress levels are high and mental wellbeing is paramount, our gyms offer a sanctuary where individuals can prioritize their physical and mental health, ultimately leading to a happier and more fulfilled community. Giving your members an experience and energizing space to expand their healthy habits, will keep their goals on track and keep them coming back!

Fostering Social Connections

Beyond individual health goals, our gyms serve as vibrant community hubs where people come together, forge friendships, and support each other on their fitness journeys. Whether it’s through group classes, team challenges, or simply striking up a conversation on the gym floor, our facilities cultivate a sense of belonging and camaraderie among members. By fostering these social connections, franchise owners play a pivotal role in strengthening the fabric of their communities, creating spaces where people feel connected and supported in their pursuit of a healthier lifestyle.

Driving Economic Growth

The impact of a big box fitness gym extends beyond the walls of the facility. By investing in a franchise and opening a gym, owners contribute to the economic growth of their communities. From creating job opportunities to stimulating local businesses, the presence of a fitness facility can have far-reaching effects on the overall prosperity of the area. Additionally, our franchise model prioritizes corporate social responsibility, ensuring that a portion of our profits is reinvested back into the community through various initiatives and partnerships, further enhancing our positive impact.

Empowering Future Generations

Perhaps one of the most significant benefits of opening a big box fitness gym is the opportunity to inspire future generations to prioritize their health and well-being. By providing a welcoming and inclusive environment for individuals of all ages and fitness levels, franchise owners have the power to instill lifelong habits of physical activity and self-care in their communities. Whether it’s offering youth programs, sponsoring local sports teams, or partnering with schools to promote health education, our gyms serve as beacons of inspiration for the next generation.

Engaging with Local Youth Organizations

In addition to promoting health and wellness within our facilities, we actively engage with local youth organizations, such as schools, to extend our impact beyond the gym walls. Our team of fitness experts regularly visit schools to conduct educational workshops, fitness demonstrations, and health screenings. We share valuable tips, tricks, and information with students, empowering them to make informed choices about their health and wellbeing. By reaching out to schools, we aim to equip young people with the knowledge and skills they need to lead healthy, active lives both now and in the future.

Join Us in Building a Stronger Community!

If you’re passionate about making a difference in your community while building a successful business, consider joining our franchise chain. Together, we can empower individuals, foster social connections, drive economic growth, and inspire future generations to lead healthier, happier lives. Visit the “Own an Amped”  franchise page to learn more about this exciting opportunity and the impact you can make as a franchise owner.

With the announcements of six new clubs in 6 months, it’s obvious that Amped Fitness is on a growth trajectory second to NONE. 🎉

Similar to it’s newest locations, Amped Fitness–as a brand–may seem fun, shiny and new. But it’s also stable, established, and growing at an impressive rate of 115% year over year. Let’s talk about it.

Emerging brands can get a bad wrap, it’s easy to assume that if your brand hasn’t been around since the stone ages, you aren’t a real player in the franchise game. But we’ve been growing STEADY since 2016, and we’ve got the numbers to back it up.👇

Racking up OVER 70,000 members in just 7 years, Amped Fitness® is running in stride with some of the biggest names in the industry with 20 open doors by the end of 2023. If you didn’t catch it the first time…that means we announced 6 new corporate-owned locations in the last 6 months.

Let’s get real—the fitness industry is like a wild race. If you snooze, you lose. Stagnant brands risk losing relevance in an over-saturated industry. With the lack of innovation and energy needed to keep up with the ever-evolving fitness landscape, even some of the biggest names in fitness can fall behind.

But not here. 😎 Amped Fitness isn’t about snoozing—If you know Amped Fitness, you know it’s full-throttle ALWAYS. It’s high-energy, it’s drive, it’s PASSION for the industry. And that’s what sets us apart. If you aren’t growing, you’re staying the same, and that will get you exactly…no where.

So why settle for a brand that’s buying time at best—choose a brand that’s surging forward and creating an all-NEW generation of fitness. Choose #TEAMAMPED!

Don’t think back and wish you joined us on the way to the top. Build your legacy TODAY at ampedfitness.com/franchise-opportunity.

2014

Meet the mastermind behind Amped Fitness, CEO Travis Labazzo: “Before Amped, I was working as a loan officer in Orlando when a good friend of mine called me up to tell me about a unique opportunity in the greater Cincinnati area. Said opportunity got me my start in the fitness industry as an Assistant Training Director at Urban Active. Although it wasn’t the position of a lifetime, the promise of growth made me uproot my life without a second thought. Having zero experience in the fitness industry (besides being an athlete myself) had its challenges, but for the most part, it came to me pretty easily. From that first day, I knew I belonged in the fitness industry and I haven’t strayed since.”

2016

Owners Travis Labazzo and Stephen Thomas set down their first Amped roots right smack downtown St. Petersburg FL. They brought together passion, high-energy, and fitness in a way that has continued to take the industry by storm. The gyms that have developed since the start of their first club in Downtown St. Pete, FL prove it. 👇

2018

Just a couple of short years later, Amped Fitness had grown to over 3 clubs in Pinellas County, FL. With plans to expand to the East Coast, Amped was gaining publicity all over the Sunshine State and was starting to make the Amped Fitness brand one to remember.

2020

Fast forward a few years, Amped Fitness along with the rest of the fitness industry was hit with one of the biggest challenges they would ever face: The Covid-19 Pandemic & global shutdown of all non-essential businesses. 

Travis Labazzo said:  “Having our freedom completely stripped away was a reality check to say the least. We all learned that we should NEVER take our freedom for granted. We felt completely helpless watching our employee’s stress build, wondering how they were going to pay bills, make rent, etc. Not to mention knowing we had members whose mental health depended on their daily trip to the gym.

For the first time in our lives, we couldn’t out-think or work our way out of a terrible situation.  The national divide driven by fear made it almost impossible to succeed or continue to grow.”

So what did they do? They played offense, and fought not only for their right to work but for their health and the health of their community. They were willing to accept the consequences of this newsworthy event, even if that meant little public ridicule. In a display of solidarity and determination, Amped Fitness organized a respectful protest outside their Pinellas Park, FL facility to shed light on the impact of extended closures on local gyms and their employees.

This fond memory cultivated a strong sense of unity within the gym and community, and once FL officially gave the green light to reopen, Amped Fitness hit the ground at full speed and hasn’t stopped since.

Check out the press coverage.

2022

After being hit with the effects of the Pandemic, Amped Fitness regained a sense of drive and determination. In just a couple of years post-shutdown, they have scaled to 11 NEW LOCATIONS, beginning to dominate the Southeast. As each new club was opened, new amenities were introduced and the overall look and feel was improving tremendously.

This was a huge turning point for Amped Fitness, and as they continued to grow, they knew it was time to really dial in their business practices for what they had planned (foreshadowing)

They put their heads together and introduced the industry’s newest business model, EDLP. Based on the HVLP mode and created from scratch by AF, the Experience – Design – Low Price concept incorporates world-class amenities, ultimate aesthetics, and some of the lowest prices in the industry to create an unmatched experience for members and an unmatched opportunity for future franchise owners.

This revolutionary business model was designed to redefine their member experience while maintaining an affordable pricing structure. Embracing a member-first mentality, they created a unique concept that places unparalleled guest experiences at the core of their operations, establishing a new category in the industry. 

2023

In just the first two months of 2023, Amped Fitness opened the doors of its 12th & 13th locations, all of which are still corporate-owned. In the early Spring, owners Labazzo and Thomas put their heads together and made the ultimate decision to take the next step in making Amped Fitness a global success: Franchising.

They brought on former F-45 BizDev Expert & Director of Franchise Business, Matt Smith in the late Spring to help begin the process of Franchising.

A few months later, Amped Fitness is in full-throttle franchise mode, with interested individuals coming at them from all angles. In the midst of the chaos, Amped has CONTINUED to scale on the corporate side by announcing 7 more clubs, bringing the running total to 20 corporate-owned clubs (with more still in the works). If that doesn’t scream HUNGRY for growth, we aren’t sure what does.

This brings us to the present, where Amped Fitness has grown to be one of the most rapidly-expanding and well-loved gyms in the industry. They have their unique amenities and culture to thank, there’s simply nothing else like it on the market.

There’s nothing average about Amped Fitness. Nothing vanilla, nothing basic. They took their time curating a custom and irreplicable aesthetic, combining a moody atmosphere, unique LED lighting, and a passionate staff to create an experience second to none. But the culture is really what sets them miles ahead of the competition. No matter which location you step into, you’ll not only see but FEEL the difference in energy. It’s encouraging, it’s inclusive, it’s DIFFERENT.

Now, with over 70k members, 12+ years of experience, and 20 clubs (and counting) they’ve revolutionized the world of fitness in just 6 short years.

Visit one: ampedfitness.com/locations

Own one: ampedfitness.com/franchise-opportunity

See the amenities: ampedfitness.com/blog/must-try-amenities

You’re probably thinking-

Is this the right opportunity for me?

Let us shed some light on how great this opportunity could be for you. As an Amped Fitness Franchisee, you gain access to a range of valuable tools and resources that make it an exceptional opportunity. Here’s what you can expect:

☑️ Access to an established, easy-to-follow, and results-driven business model.

Take the guesswork out of running your business, we’ve done it (20+ times), and tested it (yep, it works!) This means you don’t have to start from scratch or reinvent the wheel. You can leverage the proven strategies and systems that have already been successful for Amped Fitness. AKA: We do all the heavy lifting, you just put it to work & cash the check. 👀

☑️ Amped Fitness University: In-Depth Education on Amped-specific business operations.

When you become an Amped Fitness Franchisee, you will receive comprehensive training that focuses on Amped-specific business operations. This training covers essential aspects such as branding guidelines, ongoing marketing strategies, advertising techniques, and sales support. You’ll gain the knowledge and skills needed to effectively run your franchise, establish a strong brand presence, attract customers, and drive sales. Amped Fitness is committed to providing continuous support to help you navigate the dynamic landscape of the fitness industry and maximize the growth of your franchise.

☑️ A community of motivated members, enthusiastic high-energy staff, and other franchisees.

Being an Amped Fitness Franchisee means joining a community of like-minded individuals who are motivated and passionate about fitness. You’ll also have the opportunity to connect and build relationships with other franchisees, creating a supportive network of individuals who share your vision and can contribute to your ongoing growth and success.

☑️ Freedom and Flexibility

As an Amped Fitness Franchisee, you have the freedom and flexibility to be your own boss. You can set your own schedule, make decisions that align with your vision, and shape the direction of your franchise. Be apart of something BIGGER than just a gym, and pursue your passion for fitness on your own terms. (Plus, who doesn’t want to wear gym clothes to work?)

☑️ Bragging rights!

You’ll own a world-class facility with top-of-the-line equipment, incredible culture, aesthetic lighting, and all-around feel-good vibes. Show it off…Tell the WORLD! 🎉 YOU DID THAT.

If you’ve got the passion, we’ve got the tools. Let’s bring Amped Fitness the top. Together.

Ready to take the next step? 👇

Ampedfitness.com/franchise-opportunity

Amped Fitness, St. Petersburg, FL, June 2023 – Amped Fitness, a locally grown and rapidly expanding fitness center known for their custom-designed facilities and high-energy culture are proud to celebrate their recent milestone of officially franchising! With this exciting launch, they have narrowed down an acquisition-driven marketing strategy unique to their brand that has successfully converted over 70K members in 7 short years.

This near decade-long process has single-handedly changed the customer acquisition game for Amped Fitness. They prioritized a deep focus on brand awareness without sacrificing the member experience, resulting in a groundbreaking marketing machine that guarantees conversions, completely eliminating the need for guesswork or pushy salespeople…and they are handing it off to only a select number of the most eligible franchise candidates. 

The steadfast growth of Amped Fitness can be attributed to their multi-faceted marketing strategy and intentional push of their proprietary personal training system. By combining cutting-edge creatives, personalized messaging, and a deep understanding of customer needs, they’ve managed to maintain a year-over-year growth of 115%. While industry competitors prioritize sales and revenue above all, Amped Fitness has kept the customer experience at the forefront of their business model. And clearly, it works.

As they continue to scale, Amped Fitness has begun to think leverage. By incorporating a new CRM software and streamlining processes, their in-house marketing team can shift their efforts to support their franchising journey and corporate expansion.

With this established & foolproof marketing model, intentional sales training, and world-class facilities, Amped Fitness is proud to have solidified their customer acquisition strategy, nearly guaranteeing an exponential growth trajectory.

Amped Fitness has dedicated extensive resources to developing an advanced marketing strategy that has yielded remarkable results, and the growing success of the brand confirms its effectiveness.

Carry on the legacy 👉 ampedfitness.com/franchise-opportunity

Introducing the industry’s newest business model, EDLP. Created from scratch by yours truly, the Experience – Design – Low Price concept incorporates world-class amenities, ultimate aesthetics, and some of the lowest prices in the industry to create an unmatched experience for members and an unmatched opportunity for franchise owners.

This revolutionary business model was designed to redefine our member experience while maintaining an affordable pricing structure. Embracing a member-first mentality, we created a unique concept that places unparalleled guest experiences at the core of our operations, establishing a new category in the industry. 

You’ve heard us preach “Feel Better Than You Look”, and that mantra is replicated in our brand strategy from member acquisition all the way to our club environment. Although we KNOW our gyms are eye-catching…Amped Fitness® is more than just a pretty face. 😉

Experience: We pride ourselves on delivering exceptional customer service while exuding high energy and upholding a welcoming culture. Our top priority since the beginning has been to ensure every member feels supported and motivated throughout their fitness journey. That means whether you’re a newbie or a seasoned pro, everyone’s welcome at Amped Fitness®!

Design: Our unique club design incorporates a large and open gym layout, stocked with state-of-the-art equipment, inclusive areas (uh, hello Babe Cave?!), and allllll the feel-good vibes. The clubs’ dark & moody aesthetic and custom LED lighting comes together seamlessly in a space specifically designed for high-volume turnouts. 

Low Price: There’s no longer a need to sacrifice unique, high-end amenities for a low price tag. Starting at just $14.99/mo! and capped at $22.99, the company’s unique business model combines all the benefits of a boutique-style fitness studio, while keeping membership costs undeniably affordable.