Buy a Gyms & Fitness Studios Business in Canada
Acquire gyms, fitness studios, and yoga / pilates studios across Canada.
About This Industry
Fitness SMB acquisitions include gyms, yoga/pilates studios, CrossFit, F45, OrangeTheory, and boutique concepts. Recurring membership revenue is the core asset. Equipment, lease, and member retention drive valuation.
Market Snapshot
Typical Deal Economics
Typical Price Range
$150k - $1.5M
SDE Range
$50k - $350k
Multiple Range
1.5x - 3x SDE
Working Capital
30 days of cost
Why Buy in This Industry
- Recurring monthly membership revenue
- Equipment as financing collateral
- Community brand value
- Recession-resistant wellness demand
- Franchise resale (where applicable)
Key Risks to Diligence
- Member churn through ownership transition
- Instructor / trainer retention
- Equipment age and replacement
- Lease cost relative to revenue
- Membership-software transition
Growth Opportunities
Post-acquisition opportunities we target with our clients in this industry.
British Columbia Specifics
BC fitness demand is strong in Vancouver, Burnaby, Surrey, Richmond, Coquitlam, North Vancouver, Victoria, and Kelowna. Premium boutique concepts perform well in walkable urban corridors.
Our Edge in This Industry
Services We Apply
Business Valuation
Defensible valuation of the target using SDE, EBITDA multiple, and DCF — calibrated to Canadian comps.
09Due Diligence
Coordinate accountants, lawyers, and specialists through 30-60 day deep diligence.
18Closing
Coordinate the closing day: funds flow, share/asset transfer, licenses, leases, payroll, banking.
19Integration
First 90-180 days: stabilize, retain, learn, then improve.
Where We Buy Gyms & Fitness Businesses in BC
Ready to Buy a Gyms & Fitness Business?
Start with a free 30-minute Discovery Call. We will review your situation, share what is realistic in this industry, and recommend next steps.
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