The IM=X® franchise offers incredible value by providing payroll savings through our tuition-free certifications, USA made commercial reformers, comprehensive business and marketing support plus vendor discounts. Find out how easy it is to open an IM=X® Pilates, Personal Training, Barre, Cycle Studio!
A Powerful Pilates Studio Opportunity!
A powerful investment!
Fast-track your goals!
Independence, earning power, a flexible schedule and physical fitness are the reasons to join the IM=X® Pilates and Fitness franchise system! Make a positive impact on your community and capitalize on our long-standing foundation. Receive a proven business model and franchise support to excel in the boutique pilates, barre, cycle and personal training industry.
The critical franchisor support we provide will help you thrive:
- staff certifications to save on payroll
- superior equipment at a reduced price
- operational formulas and details
- complete marketing plan all done for you!
THE MARKET
12.8B
MARKET
+11.7%
COMPOUND ANNUAL GROWTH RATE
2018-2025
9M
PRACTICING PILATES IN THE U.S.
THE IM=X® PILATES AND FITNESS ADVANTAGE
OUR EXCLUSIVE OFFER
- Comprehensive Operational, Training and Marketing Support
- Payroll Savings (tuition free staff certifications)
- Vendor Savings (we pass the savings on to you)
- USA made equipment (built to last)
- Assistance with Site Selection
- Proven brand with over 35 locations
- USA female owned company
- 25% Greater Capacity than competitors
- Private Web Pages with over 16 Landing Pages to Use
- Manager Training for Semi-Absent Owners
- Recurring Group and Elite Memberships
- Proven Physical Fitness and Medicine Programs
- Proprietary Pilates, Back Exercise, Barre & Cycle
Total investment ranges $72,800 - $224,745
Initial Franchise Fee: $40,000-$46,000
Equipment packages range from $44,000-$88,000
Note: 3rd party financing is available as well as discounts for veterans and existing IM=X Instructors.
Requirements
Liquid Capital: $75,000
Total Investment: $72,800 - $224,745
Franchise Fee: $46,000
Options
Financing: Available - 3rd party offers
Training: Tuition-Free Staff Certification
Equipment Leasing: Yes
A Strong Body and Business
IM=X® franchise advantages that impact your bottom line!
The IM=X® Pilates and Fitness franchise is a complete formula for success, one which leverages our past experience with the present opportunities in the pilates, barre, personal training, cycling, boutique fitness and back wellness markets.
staff certifications
The IM=X® franchise commitment to education provides you with an edge over your competition. Our Master Trainers will certify as many staff as you need to develop, grow, and sustain your business, tuition-free! This provides immense payroll savings and guarantees quality, consistency and integrity in every class, every time.
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equipment package
At the center of your IM=X® Pilates studio is our reliable reformer equipment — The Xercizer. It is the heaviest, highest quality reformer available. We've been manufacturing in the USA for over 20 years and it takes industrial-strength materials and ingenuity of design to build a reformer that your clients will prefer over others.
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business support
The IM=X® Pilates and Fitness business model entails proven operational solutions for growing your boutique fitness business. Franchise owners and managers receive comprehensive business training and ongoing support from our team of experts. Our step-by-step procedures guide you from pre-opening through your initial membership drive and beyond.
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marketing services
Our extensive world-class marketing and brand support saves you precious time and money. Our complete marketing program allows you to build your membership and private training business without the costs of a start up studio. Once you have signed on, we provide you with a marketing package that easily saves you tens of thousands of dollars.
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learn more
Contact us at info@imxpilates.com to schedule an introductory meeting to review your goals and the benefits of owning an IM=X® Pilates and Fitness franchise.
apply
Complete our Confidential Candidate Application and determine your source of capital to fund your business. Schedule a free consultation with our preferred lender FranFund and our preferred equipment leasing company AmeriFund
meet the team
Through a series of meetings, we will review in detail the many assets of our franchise offering including information about our proprietary staff training, business model and marketing support. We also will look forward to discussing your business goals.
review our franchise agreement
Review the Franchise Disclosure Document with us and then review it with a franchise attorney or business advisor. At this stage, you may also schedule a visit to an IM=X® Pilates and Fitness studio near you.
sign on and get going
We will choose a date to sign the Franchise Agreement and collect the initial fees. Then we will move onto the exciting next stage of pre-opening. Congratulations!
real estate
Work with our Real Estate Team to find the best location for your business. You will be supported every step of the way from site selection to lease negotiation and buildout design.
business training
Attend our Business and Marketing Training to learn about all of the valuable tools and processes used to open and grow your studio business.
staff certifications
Schedule your IM=X® Pilates Basic and Tower Certification for yourself and your team.
marketing
Our marketing and sales program will help you with your pre-opening membership drive, visibility in your community and ongoing reach to gain new clients. Our detailed resources are at your fingertips.
open
Your pre-sales efforts have generated initial members. Your studio looks great. Your team has is certified and ready to teach! It is time for your Grand Opening. Congratulations on your new business!
FAQs
What is IM=X®?
IM=X® stands for “Integrated Movement eXercise.” Although you don't pronounce the equals sign, it's appropriate that IM=X® resembles a scientific equation: it’s an elite fitness formula that adds the lengthening and toning benefits of pilates plus strength-training and cardio components. IM=X® applies modern research in spinal fitness while incorporating other physical disciplines such as cycling, barre, tower, yoga, and more.
Why Should I Choose IM=X®?
The IM=X® franchise system provides you with significant savings on staff certification, software, pilates equipment, marketing and more. We provide boutique pilates studio owners with a total business package – instructor training, operational and marketing support, plus vendor savings and individual coaching.
What Business Models Does IM=X® Offer?
How Does an IM=X® Studio Generate Revenue?
IM=X® Pilates and Fitness franchise locations offer monthly membership and class packages, as well as Private Training, Home Training and Virtual Training options. Our Elite Memberships combine both Private and Semi-Private training options for optimal results. Your membership rates will vary based on your region.
Who is an Ideal IM=X® Pilates Studio Owner?
Whether you are a pilates fitness enthusiast or a savvy investor, we provide all the tools and training you need to break in to the thriving boutique fitness industry. An ideal candidate is organized, has a passion helping others, and a desire to create a healthy lifestyle - physically and financially. You have the option to be a hands-on owner, or hire a Studio Manager.
How Will I Choose My IM=X® Studio Location?
Our Real Estate Team will provide reports for assessing potential locations and demographic information. We will walk you through the process of site selection, layout designing and planning and initial lease negotiations.
Does IM=X® Provide Exclusive Territories?
We offer exclusive territories based upon population density and other factors. Your exclusive territory will be designated in your Franchise Agreement and we will guarantee that we will not open another IM=X® studio within that radius.
Can I Purchase More Than One Location?
Is Financing Available?
Investment Opportunities in All Markets
Enter the growing boutique fitness and physical wellness markets.
chiropractic
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physical therapy
Grow your business by expanding your treatment options to include IM=X® Therapeutic Exercise. Increase client retention by utilizing PTAs and trainers to deliver a variety of IM=X® fitness formulas. Offering our post-rehabilitation programs keep your clients healthy and increases your revenue.
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personal training
IM=X® Pilates got its start in the Personal Training market. And now, we are proud to return to our roots with our newest offering: The IM=X® Personal Training Studio. The perfect solution for a fitness enthusiast or entrepreneur looking for a small size business model or an add-on to an existing business.
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international
International business owners have the opportunity to partake in a unique pilates and fitness business which has been fully developed and proven. Become your country's representative of a powerful brand and receive all the support and expertise you need to break into the global boutique fitness movement.
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changing lives