Wellness Sport Club

What Wellness Sport Club does

Wellness Sport Club is a privately held premium fitness-club operator in France, run by FITINVEST, SAS (RCS Lyon 830 580 734, founded 2007). The company runs a network of 12 owned clubs of approximately 1,500–2,100m² each, located in Paris (République, Porte Maillot), the Lyon metropolitan area (Vendôme, Gambetta, Confluence, Villeurbanne Gratte-Ciel, Tassin-la-Demi-Lune), Marseille Prado, Aix-en-Provence, Nantes (formerly RITM, under transformation), Clermont-Ferrand, and Grenoble. Each site is staffed with roughly 20 coaches and offers an identical service stack: 160+ weekly group classes covering Les Mills programming (Bodypump, RPM, Bodyattack, Bodybalance, Bodycombat, Sprint, Grit, Bodyjam, LesMills Core/Dance/Strength Development), dance (Zumba, Pole Dance, Afro Move, LIA), aquatics (aquabike, aquagym, aquaboxing), yoga, Pilates, boxing, and HYROX-style functional training. Facilities are uniformly equipped with Technogym cardio/strength, Hammer Strength plate-loaded equipment, EGYM-connected E-Zone machines (in seven clubs), immersive cycling studios with 3D LED and 360° audio, a 28°C heated pool, sauna, and hammam.

The product layer extends digitally through the proprietary WellNess+ mobile app (iOS/Android) — bundled in subscription — providing class booking, 400+ VOD videos, a 1,000+ recipe nutrition library with calorie and food-scanning, and personalized training programs; Resamania is integrated as an alternative booking channel. The company has been voted #1 Best Premium Fitness Brand in France for three consecutive years (2024–2026) by Capital magazine with an 8.38/10 satisfaction score from a 15,000-consumer panel.

Revenue is generated primarily through three no-commitment monthly subscription tiers (Student €49, Express €54–€69 with off-peak restrictions, Liberté €59–€79 full access), a one-time €69 joining licence plus a two-month refundable deposit, add-on personal training, and a recently formalized B2B corporate offer (up to 30% discounts) routed through two dedicated key-account managers. Go-to-market is direct-to-consumer via club visits, the website, and word-of-mouth, layered with a sales-led B2B motion targeting company decision-makers and CSEs.

Name

Wellness Sport Club

Legal name

FITINVEST, SAS

Website

https://wellness-sportclub.fr

Company type

Private

Founded year

2007

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

101–250 employees

Short description

Wellness Sport Club operates a French network of 12 premium fitness clubs under FITINVEST, SAS, offering 160+ weekly group classes, connected EGYM and Technogym equipment, pools, and wellness amenities through €49–€79 monthly subscriptions to individual consumers and a nascent corporate/CSE channel.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Premium Fitness Clubs

NAICS

Fitness and Recreational Sports Centers (713940)

SIC

Services-Membership Sports & Recreation Clubs (7997)

akta.pro primary industry

Sports-Specific Group Conditioning (HSADABAK)

akta.pro secondary industries

Mind-Body Wellness Coaching (Holistic/Integrative) (HSADAGAG), Corporate/Workplace Wellness Coaching (HSADAGAL)

Keywords

• Premium fitness clubs
• Group fitness classes
• Corporate wellness programs
• Fitness club memberships
• Personal training services

Headquarters

HQ city

Lyon

HQ country

France

HQ region

Europe

Offices13 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2C

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Operations, Infrastructure, Marketing or Sales, Technology or R&D

Revenue model

1. Individual Membership Subscriptions: Monthly recurring subscription model with three tiers: Liberté (full access, €59/month outside Paris, €79/month Paris), Express (limited hours, €54/month outside Paris, €69/month Paris), and Student (€49/month). All plans include unlimited access to all club facilities and activities with no commitment.
2. Corporate/Enterprise Contracts: B2B subscriptions for companies and CSEs (Comité Social et Économique) offering up to 30% discounts on memberships for employees and members. Revenue generated through bulk corporate agreements with dedicated account managers.
3. Enrollment/License Fees: One-time joining fee (licence) of €69 instead of regular €149, plus 2-month security deposit required at signup.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion2 records

Distribution channels4 records

Marketing channels9 records

Core offering

Wellness Sport Club operates a network of 12 premium fitness clubs across France, selling monthly subscriptions that grant members unlimited access to 160+ weekly group classes (Les Mills licensed programs, dance fitness, yoga, boxing, aquatic, cross-training), strength and cardio training floors equipped with Technogym and Hammer Strength machines, EGYM-connected smart equipment zones, immersive 3D cycling studios, heated pools, sauna and hammam wellness areas, and HYROX functional training zones. The membership also includes the WellNess+ mobile app for class booking, VOD workouts, and nutrition tracking, and is sold without commitment on a month-to-month basis with tiered Paris vs. non-Paris pricing.

Product overview

Wellness Sport Club operates a network of 12 premium fitness clubs across France (Lyon, Paris, Marseille, Nantes, Grenoble, Clermont-Ferrand, Aix-en-Provence, Villeurbanne, Tassin-la-Demi-Lune) offering a comprehensive fitness ecosystem. The core offering centers on 160+ weekly group fitness classes across Les Mills licensed programs, dance fitness, aquatic activities, and wellness disciplines, complemented by extensive training facilities with Technogym and Hammer Strength equipment. The proprietary WellNess+ mobile app extends the club experience with class booking, video-on-demand workouts, nutrition tracking, and personalized training programs. Additional premium features include the E-Zone connected equipment area with EGYM smart machines, immersive cycling studios, heated aquatic facilities, and relaxation areas with sauna and hammam. The company also offers corporate wellness programs and personal training services.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Brands

• WellNess+ (Application): A mobile application exclusively reserved for WellNess Sport Club members, included in the club subscription. Features course booking, training programs, nutrition tracking, and Les Mills VOD content.

Products and services

• WellNess+ Mobile Application Proprietary mobile application for Wellness Sport Club members that enables group class booking, access to 400+ Les Mills and Wellness VOD workout videos, a 1,000+ recipe nutrition library, food scanning with calorie counter, and personalized training programs. Available on iOS and Android, included in the monthly subscription.
• Group Fitness Classes More than 160 weekly group fitness sessions including Les Mills licensed programs (Bodypump, RPM, Bodyattack, Bodybalance, Bodycombat, Sprint, Grit, LesMills Core, LesMills Dance, LesMills Strength Development), dance fitness (Zumba, Pole Dance, Bodyjam, LIA, Afro Move), aquatic classes, yoga, Pilates, boxing, cross-training, and other wellness disciplines. Taught by approximately 20 certified coaches per club for adult members across all fitness levels.
• Personal Training & Coaching One-on-one personal coaching with certified fitness coaches including personalized physical assessment, customized workout programs, and ongoing guidance tailored to individual fitness goals. Delivered at every Wellness Sport Club location.
• Corporate Wellness Program (Offre Entreprise) B2B corporate wellness offering for French companies and CSEs (Comité Social et Économique employee committees) that delivers discounted memberships up to 30% off retail pricing for their employees, dedicated account management, personalized facility tours, and customizable wellness benefits solutions across the 12-club network.

Quantifiable outcome

• 8.38/10 average satisfaction score from 15,000 consumers surveyed
• +1 more outcomes

Named customers4 records

Segments5 records

Ideal customer profiles4 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Integration4 records

Feature4 records

Partnerships

Seven partnerships are on record, tiered core and minor.

• Les Mills InternationalcoreTechnology or IntegrationLicensed partner offering Les Mills branded fitness programs including Bodypump, RPM, Bodybalance, Bodyattack, Bodycombat, Sprint, Grit, Bodyjam, LesMills Dance, LesMills Core, and LesMills Strength Development. These premium group fitness concepts are a core differentiator of the Wellness offering with weekly classes.
• TechnogymcoreTechnology or IntegrationEquipment partner providing cardio and strength training machines across all clubs. Includes treadmills, ellipticals, rowing machines, bikes, and guided strength equipment. Technogym is a leading global fitness equipment brand.
• Hammer StrengthcoreTechnology or IntegrationEquipment partner providing commercial-grade strength training equipment including Hack Squat, Hip Thrust, Chest Press, and other plate-loaded machines for the clubs.
• EGYM (E-Zone)coreTechnology or IntegrationSmart connected fitness equipment partner for the E-Zone areas. EGYM machines automatically assess physical condition and adjust resistance/load. Includes biological age assessment, connected bracelet tracking, and personalized workout programs. Available in Lyon Confluence, Tassin, Clermont, Paris Maillot, Paris République, Nantes & Aix-en-Provence clubs.
• Google AnalyticsminorOthersWeb analytics service used for website traffic measurement and performance monitoring. Cookie-based tracking for audience measurement.
• Meta Ads (Facebook/Instagram)minorOthersAdvertising partnership for social media campaigns on Facebook and Instagram platforms. Cookie-based tracking for ad performance measurement.
• Google AdsminorOthersPaid search and display advertising partnership through Google Ads platform for digital marketing campaigns.

Scale indicators6 records

Recent moves7 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Direct peers

• L'Orange Bleue: French fitness chain with a coaching-led proposition, comparable club sizes, and similar subscription tiers. Directly comparable business model and target customer in France.
• Keep Cool: French low-cost fitness chain with a growing network and similar broad-amenity offering. Provides downward price pressure on Wellness Sport Club's mid-premium tier across French regional cities.
• Basic-Fit: Europe's largest low-cost fitness chain with a major French footprint. Operates the same subscription-based, multi-club fitness model targeting French consumers — Wellness Sport Club's premium positioning directly contrasts Basic-Fit's low-price leadership, making them the most important competitive reference point in France.
• Neoness: French mid-premium urban fitness chain with comparable club format, group-class-led offering, and €30-60/month pricing tier. Closest direct head-to-head competitor for Wellness Sport Club's middle-premium positioning in French metros.
• Fitness Park: Large French fitness chain with hundreds of clubs nationwide, positioned between low-cost and premium. Competes with Wellness Sport Club for the same consumer fitness euro in French metros, particularly in regional cities where Wellness is growing.
• Forest Hill: Established French premium fitness chain with comparable high-end amenities (pools, group classes, coaching). Most direct premium positioning comparison to Wellness Sport Club in the French market.
• Energie Forme: French mid-market fitness chain with a multi-club model and similar subscription pricing. Competes for the same value-conscious French consumer that Wellness Sport Club targets in regional cities.

Broad incumbents

• David Lloyd Leisure: European premium family fitness and racquets club operator. Useful comparable for premium positioning, all-inclusive amenity model (pool, spa, classes), and multi-club strategy even though geographic overlap with Wellness is limited.
• Equinox: Global ultra-premium fitness brand. Best-in-class benchmark for premium positioning, group-class content, and digital integration — relevant aspirational comparable for Wellness Sport Club's premium pricing and content-led strategy.

Emerging players

• On Air: French boutique fitness chain with a small premium footprint and distinctive studio experience. Represents the boutique specialist threat that could fragment demand away from Wellness Sport Club's all-inclusive model.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat5 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

• YouTubeyoutube.com/channel/UCRL7P6lW-c6LX3s_whoMSog
• Facebookfacebook.com/WellnessSportClubFrance
• Instagraminstagram.com/wellness_sportclubfr
• TikToktiktok.com/@wellness_sportclubfr
• Xx.com/wellness_wsc
• LinkedInlinkedin.com/company/wellness-sportclub

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles2 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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