Crunch Franchising Named 2018 Best-in-Fitness Category by Franchise Business Review; Opens Newest Locations in Roanoke, Virginia and Ridgeland, Mississippi
Posted: February 20, 2018 in Chains
Crunch Franchise
NEW YORK, N.Y. – Crunch Fitness, the health club brand known for making serious fitness fun through innovative programming and an inclusive atmosphere, was named Best-in-Category in the Fitness sector in Franchise Business Review’s list of the top franchises for 2018.
Following a year of tremendous growth that pushed Crunch past the 1 million member mark, and into more than 250 locations across 24 U.S. states, Puerto Rico, Canada, Australia and Spain, this independent survey demonstrates the brand’s ability to continually offer a market leading health club experience to consumers while providing a rewarding and consistent business experience to franchisees.
Performed by Franchise Business Review, a franchise market research firm, this independent survey of franchisee satisfaction is one of the only rankings and awards for franchise companies based solely on actual franchisee satisfaction and performance. Franchise Business Review publishes its rankings of the top 200 franchises in its annual Guide to Today’s Top Franchises.
Crunch Fitness was among 334 franchise brands, representing over 30,000 franchise owners, that participated in Franchise Business Review’s research. Crunch’s franchisees were surveyed on 33 benchmark questions about their experience and satisfaction regarding critical areas of their franchise systems, including training & support, operations, franchisor/franchisee relations, and financial opportunity.
“We have been fortunate enough to be a five-year recipient of the FBR 50 Franchisee Satisfaction Award, but this is the first time we have been rated as number one,” said Ben Midgley, CEO of Crunch Franchising.
“We want to sincerely thank our great network of owners for the hard work they put in each day and for their open and honest feedback. We are thrilled to be receiving this award and to be number one in the Fitness industry.”
“As an independent research firm, we rate the franchise companies in the marketplace today and identify those that have the highest levels of satisfaction and performance among their franchisees in order to help entrepreneurs when choosing which franchise to invest in,” said Eric Stites, CEO of Franchise Business Review. “The companies on this year’s list are the top performing brands in the areas critical to their franchisees’ success.”
For more information on becoming a franchisee, visit www.crunchfranchise.com or call (800) 669 – 7162.
ROANOKE, VA – Crunch Franchise announced today the purchase and conversion of a two-floor, 32,000-square foot former Gold’s Gym to a Crunch Fitness facility in Roanoke, Virginia. The facility – located at 3270 Electric Road SW – will remain open during the transition with plans to hold a grand opening Fall 2018.
Crunch’s new gym location will feature $1.5MM in renovations, offering a new fitness experience complete with group fitness, small group training, a designated cardio and strength training area, HydroMassage® beds, private stretching area, and ample on-site parking.
Crunch Roanoke is owned by Tom Wallace and his family, who were previously owners of the now converted Gold’s Gym. This is the first Crunch location for the Wallace family after 15 years as Gold’s Gym franchisees. They also have plans to expand and open more Crunch locations in the future.
“After 15 years as franchisees with Gold’s Gym, we felt it was time for a change to an organization that provided us – and our members – more bang for the buck,” said owner Tom Wallace. “As the high value-low price leader, Crunch is in the best position to do that, and we’re proud to partner with them.”
Members looking for guidance or motivation at the gym can work with our expert trainers to drive results. Trainers develop personalized plans to help members meet their individual fitness goals through signature small group training, cutting-edge personal training and unique nutrition programs.
RIDGELAND, MS – Crunch Franchise announced today the planned opening of a new 32,000-square foot gym with state-of-the-art equipment and amenities in Ridgeland, Mississippi. This modern, single-story club – located at 2000 E County Line Road – went into pre-sale January 18 ahead of a March 2018 opening.
Crunch’s new gym location, previously a supermarket, will offer a new fitness experience complete with group fitness, a designated cardio and strength training area, HydroMassage® beds, a private stretching area, and ample parking.
Ridgeland is the first Crunch location for Ron and Sandy Franco, fitness industry veterans with more than four decades of experience. They have plans to open at least two more facilities in the Greater Jackson-metro area. They have appointed Chris McWilliams as general manager and Natalie Cantrell as fitness manager.
“I’m very proud to play a part in bringing Crunch Fitness to my hometown,” says Wayne Morris, Jackson native, and managing partner of the Crunch franchise gulf south region for the Franco’s. Adds Sandy Franco, “We are very excited to be a part of the Crunch family and look forward to bringing Crunch’s inclusive and fun environment to this community with memberships starting as low as $9.95 per month.”
Members looking for guidance or motivation at the gym can join CAMP CRUNCH, an exclusive program that gives members the opportunity to work one-on-one with an expert trainer to drive results. Trainers develop personalized plans to help members meet their individual fitness goals through signature small group training, cutting-edge personal training and unique nutrition programs.
