CityRow

CITYROW offers instructor led group fitness workouts which pair high-intensity intervals of rowing with strength and mobility training for the most effective, dynamic workout on the market. The row machine is THE MOST EFFECTIVE stationary cardio machine on the market, but it needed an overhaul to make it sexy, accessible and fun for general fitness consumers.

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CityRow Franchise Cost and Requirements for 2024

Background

CITYROW is a semi-absentee model with the following characteristics:
  • Keep your full-time job
  • Manager runs studios
  • Open multiple units
  • Ground floor of the industry
  • Limited, flexible time commitment
  • Recurring revenue model
  • Power of memberships
  • Few employees
  • Low investment ($214-$297K)
  • ROI opportunity!
CITYROW offers instructor led group fitness workouts which pair high-intensity intervals of rowing with strength and mobility training for the most effective, dynamic workout on the market. The row machine is THE MOST EFFECTIVE stationary cardio machine on the market, but it needed an overhaul to make it sexy, accessible and fun for general fitness consumers. Thus, CITYROW was born.

CITYROW isn't just another workout. It's an experience that delivers results. Rowing is the future, poised to achieve the same level of consumer adoption as spinning and running. Long favored by athletes, trainers and physical therapists, the row machine is the most effective cardio machine on the market, working 84% of the body's muscles in every stroke with minimal impact to the joints. It's incredibly effective, challenging AND safe for the vast majority of the population and has longevity with its practitioners. Much like spinning and running before it, consumers just need to be educated and sold on its superior benefits.

CITYROW uses the WaterRower, which is the most visually appealing machine on the market. The WaterRower also provides a more fluid/organic rowing experience and is better overall for people who are non-rowers as they are significantly less jarring on the body.

Fitness has exploded into an $81 Billion industry with some fascinating attributes, they include:
  • 53MM fitness club members in the US
  • 24MM boutique fitness consumers in the US
  • Built-in demand
  • Cash business with no receivables
  • Cyclically stable business
  • Simple and easy
  • Rapidly growing segment of the fitness industry

Company Details

Established: 2014
First Unit Franchised: 2018
Franchised Units: 9 open with 58 more awarded.
Company Owned Units: 2
States Registered In: NOT Registered in- HI, ND,SD,RI,.
States Awaiting approval- NY,WA
Canada Franchises: No
International Franchises: No

Support and Training Offered By CityRow

Financial Assistance Provided: No
Site Selection Assistance: yes
Lease Negotiation Assistance: Yes
Recruiting Assistance: Yes
Co-Operative Advertising: No
Training: Classroom 35 hours and ON the Job 14-21 hours. Training in NY.
Other Info: $500K net worth and $100K liquid

2024 Franchise Requirements Needed to Own a CityRow Franchise.

What does a CityRow Franchise Cost?

CityRow franchise fees for 2024:

Cash Investment: $55,000
Total Investment: $253,843 - $460,074
Minimum Net Worth: $500,000
Franchise Fee: $49,500 single
Royalty: 7%
Ad: $2000 month locally
Average Number of Employees: 10
Item 19: Yes
Visa Candidates: No
Passive Ownership: Yes
Home Based: No
B2B: No
Master Franchise Opportunities: No
Veteran Discount: Yes

Is CityRow a Semi Absentee Franchise with a Passive Ownership Opportunity?

Yes. CityRow is a semi absentee franchise and allows passive ownership. A semi-absentee franchise is a business you could start and run while still maintaining a job or other obligation.

Is CityRow a Home Based franchise?

No. CityRow is not a home based franchise opportunity.

What Do CityRow Franchise Owners Make?

Click here to find out how much CityRow franchisees make. CityRow offers an Item 19 in their Franchise Disclosure Document which provides financial information about select franchisees in their franchise system.

Is CityRow a Master Franchise Opportunity?

No. CityRow is not a master franchise opportunity.

Does CityRow Offer a Veteran Discount?

Yes. CityRow franchise does offer a veteran discount.

Does CityRow Work with E2 Visa and EB-5 Visa Candidates?

No. CityRow franchise does not work with E2 Visa and EB-5 Visa candidates.

Is CityRow Looking for Franchisees in Canada?

No. CityRow franchise is not looking for Canada franchisees.

Is CityRow Looking for International franchisees?

No. CityRow franchise is not looking for International franchisees.

Where can I see CityRow's FDD (Franchise Disclosure Document)?

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Additional Information

Additional Categories

Sports, Fitness, Non Food Franchises

Number of Units Open

LESS THAN 20 UNITS

Cash Required

$50,000 - $100,000

Master Franchise

No

Passive Franchise

Yes

Home Based Franchise

No

Item 19 Franchise

Yes

Veteran Discount

No

B2B

No

Franchise Opportunities in Canada

No

International Franchise Opportunities

No

E2 Visa Franchise

No

CityRow Franchises for Sale

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