The Zoo Health Club

What The Zoo Health Club does

The Zoo Health Club is a privately held fitness franchise headquartered in Fort Lauderdale, Florida, operating 32+ club locations across 13 U.S. states with a reported 150,000+ members and 501-1000 employees. Founded in 2005 as a single company-owned health club, the company pivoted to a franchise model in 2017 and has since expanded through independently operated franchisees while retaining some company-owned locations. Its offering is a full-service gym experience comprising modern strength training equipment, cardio machines, group fitness classes (Boot Camp, Cycling, Pilates, Yoga, Zumba, HIIT, Boxing, TRX, Spinning), personal training at beginner through advanced levels, recovery amenities (sauna, tanning) at select sites, and childcare at certain locations.

The technology layer supporting operations includes a member mobile app with 24/7 keyless gym access and workout tracking, an onboarding program called Kick Starter, and monthly InBody body composition scanning. Memberships are tiered — exemplified by the Anna, TX location's Lion ($39.95/mo), Tiger ($59.95/mo), Bear ($79.95/mo), and Eagle ($99.95/mo) plans — that progressively bundle personal training sessions and group classes, while 7-day trial passes serve as the customer acquisition tool. The corporate entity monetizes via recurring franchise royalties, franchise development fees (qualifying applicants require $200,000-$250,000+ liquid capital and $1M minimum net worth), and revenue from company-owned locations. Customer segments include general fitness consumers, personal-training seekers, Silver Sneakers-eligible seniors, and franchise operators/investors.

Distribution is franchise-led across domestic U.S. markets including Florida (11 locations), New Hampshire (9), Georgia, Louisiana, Montana, New Jersey, Oregon, Pennsylvania, South Carolina, and Texas, supported by online joining portals at specific locations and a franchisee support portal. The brand emphasizes a community-driven gym culture, validated by repeat member testimonials and an SFGN Best of 2020 recognition for the Lantana, FL location. No institutional investment, M&A activity, or public listing has been disclosed; the company remains founder/operator-controlled.

Name

The Zoo Health Club

Legal name

Zoo Health Club

Website

https://zoogym.com

Company type

Private

Founded year

2005

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

501–1,000 employees

Short description

The Zoo Health Club is a privately held fitness franchise operating 32+ full-service gym clubs across 13 U.S. states, serving 150,000+ members with strength training, cardio, group classes, personal training, and recovery amenities through a mix of company-owned and franchised locations since 2005.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Headquarters

HQ city

Fort Lauderdale

HQ country

United States

HQ region

North America

Offices1 record

Markets served

GTM type

B2C

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Operations, Personnel, Infrastructure, Marketing or Sales, Others

Revenue model

1. Gym Memberships: Monthly recurring subscription revenue from gym memberships at 32+ club locations across 13 states. Multiple tiered membership options ranging from basic access to premium personal training packages.
2. Personal Training: One-on-one personal training sessions and coaching programs offered as add-on services to base memberships. Trainers provide customized fitness programs, assessments, and ongoing guidance.
3. Franchise Fees: Franchise development fees from new franchise partners. Qualified applicants require $200,000-$250,000+ in liquid capital and $1 million minimum net worth.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion2 records

Distribution channels2 records

Marketing channels7 records

Core offering

Zoo Health Club operates a network of full-service health clubs providing access to strength training equipment, cardio machines, free weights, group fitness classes, personal training, and recovery amenities such as sauna and tanning. The company sells monthly memberships, personal training packages, and franchise rights, with 32+ club locations across 13 U.S. states under a franchise distribution model.

Product overview

Zoo Health Club is a full-service fitness franchise offering a comprehensive gym experience built around strength training, cardio, group fitness classes, recovery amenities, and personal training. The core product is the zoo gym facility, supported by add-on modules including personal training services (individual coaching at beginner, intermediate, and advanced levels), scheduled group fitness classes (Boot Camp, Cycling, Pilates, Yoga, Zumba, HIIT, Boxing, TRX, Spinning), and membership tiers (such as the Lion, Tiger, Bear, Eagle plans at select locations) that bundle access with various training sessions and class inclusions. Recovery amenities (sauna, tanning) and childcare services at select locations round out the offering, while the franchise opportunity enables qualified operators to open new Zoo Health Club locations.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• Zoo Health Club Gym (Core Membership) Full-service health club providing modern strength training equipment, cardio machines, free weight areas, group fitness studios, recovery amenities (sauna, tanning), and personal training in a community-driven environment. Members join monthly subscriptions for access to facilities and classes at 32+ locations in 13 states.
• Personal Training Individual and small-group personal training delivered by certified trainers offering beginner, intermediate, and advanced programs including customized fitness assessments, program design, one-on-one coaching, and fitness education. Sold as an add-on service to gym members.
• Group Fitness Classes Scheduled group fitness classes including Boot Camp, Cycling, Pilates, Yoga, Zumba, Fitness On Demand, HIIT, Boxing, TRX, Spinning, Stretch, and functional training, delivered by certified group fitness instructors to gym members.
• Recovery Amenities Wellness and recovery services including sauna, infrared sauna, tanning, and spa-like bathroom facilities available at select Zoo Health Club locations for members.
• Childcare Services On-site childcare supervision provided at select Zoo Health Club locations to accommodate parents during their workouts.
• Zoo Health Club Franchise Ownership Franchise opportunity that allows qualified operators and investors to own and operate individual Zoo Health Club locations. Franchisees receive brand standards, operational systems, and ongoing support from the corporate entity. Qualified applicants require $200,000-$250,000+ in liquid capital and $1 million minimum net worth.

Quantifiable outcome

• 17+ years of operational experience refining franchise model
• +2 more outcomes

Named customers3 records

Segments4 records

Ideal customer profiles4 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Feature3 records

Partnerships

One partnership is on record.

• Silver SneakersminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerSilver Sneakers fitness program partnership at the Lantana, FL location, allowing eligible seniors to use their Silver Sneakers benefits for gym membership. This partnership expands access to senior fitness communities.

Scale indicators5 records

Recent moves5 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Direct peers

• Anytime Fitness: Globally franchised 24/7 access neighborhood gym brand with thousands of locations; the franchise model, keyless access, and small-box positioning are highly comparable to Zoo Health Club's strategy.
• Planet Fitness: Largest franchised fitness chain in the US, offering low-cost memberships with a focus on basic strength and cardio; directly comparable to Zoo Health Club's tiered subscription model and franchise-driven growth strategy.
• Gold's Gym: Iconic fitness franchise with strength-training heritage, multiple membership tiers, personal training, and group classes; competes for the same full-service gym member profile as Zoo Health Club.
• Workout Anytime: 24/7 franchised fitness club with tiered memberships and personal training; close comparable in footprint size, franchise growth model, and member demographic.
• Snap Fitness: Franchised 24/7 compact gym concept with personal training add-ons; similar unit economics, franchise-fee structure, and community-led positioning to Zoo Health Club.
• Crunch Fitness: Multi-tier franchise gym offering value, standard, and premium membership options with group classes and personal training; directly competes for the same consumer segments Zoo Health Club serves.
• Fitness 19: Franchised neighborhood gym offering affordable memberships with personal training options; comparable in franchise structure, price point, and member profile to Zoo Health Club.

Broad incumbents

• LA Fitness: Established multi-state full-service gym chain with pools, group classes, and personal training; overlaps with Zoo Health Club's full-service value proposition across multiple shared markets.
• 24 Hour Fitness: National full-service gym chain emphasizing 24/7 access, group classes, and personal training; directly comparable in offering mix though materially larger in scale.
• Life Time Fitness: Large premium fitness operator offering full-service clubs with group classes, recovery amenities, and family programming; competes for the upper end of Zoo Health Club's member base with a broader amenity set.

Market position

Strengths4 records

Weaknesses4 records

Competitive moat4 records

Key risks5 records

Key highlights6 records

Customer concentration

• Xx.com/ZooGym
• YouTubeyoutube.com/channel/UC66fjcEezyJkZIgCJC7CXCQ
• Facebookfacebook.com/TheZooHealthClubCorporate
• Instagraminstagram.com/zoohealthclubcorp
• LinkedInlinkedin.com/company/the-zoo-gym

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles6 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

Funding detail is available on the Subscription and Enterprise plan.Contact sales →

M&A

Investments

M&A and investment is available on the Subscription and Enterprise plan.Contact sales →

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