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Welcome to world gym franchising

* Territories are currently not available for the United States & Canada.

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LOCATIONS AROUND THE GLOBE​
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GLOBAL FITNESS INDUSTRY​
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COUNTRIES WITH WORLD GYMS​
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Transforming lives through fitness

World gym franchising legacy

In the early 1960’s, World Gym’s founder, Joe Gold, set out on a mission to change the world by improving people’s lives through fitness. He opened the first World Gym with the highest quality body building equipment and a warm, community vibe in Santa Monica, California.

Legendary bodybuilders including Arnold Schwarzenegger, Lou Ferrigno and Dave Draper quickly flocked to the new World Gym. Other fitness enthusiasts joined, additional locations opened in the U.S., then entrepreneurs worldwide reached out to join the family by franchising gyms worldwide.

Nearly 50 years later, World Gym remains one of the most iconic fitness brands, recognized as the gold standard in bodybuilding and strength training for wide-ranging members who are serious about fitness.

Local Marketing & Advertising

As a franchisee, you'll receive customizable national marketing content and corporate assistance with local advertising.

Strong Support
Team

Gain experienced franchise coaches and in-depth training programs to keep your gym in action and moving forward.

Certified & Experienced Trainers

Our trainers have science-based certifications to maximize your members' exercise routines safely and effectively.

World-Class Fitness
Brands

State of the art equipment and facilities designed to elevate the training experience.

INVEST IN THE BEST

Vintage photos of Arnold Schwarzenegger lifting at Gold's Gym
1970s

World Gym was founded by Joe Gold in 1976 and quickly became popular among famous bodybuilders such as Arnold Schwarzenegger and Lou Ferrigno. It distinguished itself with its custom-made equipment and laid the foundation for a new era of personal fitness. This story reminds us of the impact one person’s passion and vision can have on the world.

Vintage photos of famous body builders
1980s

By the early 1980s, World Gym was firmly established as a global fitness icon. The brand expanded with franchise locations across the United States and abroad. The personal fitness revolution was in full swing, fueled in large part by our convenient, affordable World Gym locations.

Vintage photos of 80s bodybuilders
1990s

The 1990s saw a rapid evolution in the fitness industry. World Gym was at the forefront of this change by providing cutting-edge equipment, one-on-one coaching, and the best workout environments possible.

Photos from the 2000s of exercisers at the gym
2000s and Beyond

World Gym has grown to more than 225 locations across six continents and continues to expand. With over 47 years of knowledge and experience, we’re poised to remain a powerful leader in the fitness world for decades to come.

Tell Us More About You

We can’t wait to learn about you, your experience, and your vision for building a gym that will make an impact on your community. Whether you’re looking to open a new gym or convert your current business, we want to hear from you.

Fill out our contact form and a member of our Franchise Development Team will be in touch shortly!

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