GForce Gymnastics, Parkour, & More

GForce Gymnastics, Parkour, & More

Franzy VerifiedInformation based on 2026 FDD

Children's Services · Youth Fitness

Investment min
$252K
Total: $252K–$572K
Avg gross revenue
$1M
Unit-level, 2026
Franchise fee
$60K
Veteran discount available
Royalty
8% of Gross Revenue
Locations
2
Franchising since 2024

Description

What is GForce Gymnastics, Parkour, & More?

GForce Gymnastics & Parkour is a modern youth fitness franchise built to meet today’s families where traditional youth sports fall short. Founded in San Diego in 2008 and refined over 17+ years of successful operations, GForce combines gymnastics, parkour, and ninja-style training under one roof, creating a high-energy, inclusive environment that keeps kids engaged from toddlers through their teen years.

Unlike traditional gymnastics gyms that skew competitive or age out kids early, GForce is designed for long-term retention and broad appeal. Programs are progression-based, confidence-focused, and intentionally inclusive—often described by parents as “exercise disguised as fun.

From a business standpoint, GForce operates in the $40B+ U.S. youth sports market and is built around a recurring revenue engine. Monthly tuition with advance billing is supported by multiple income streams including camps, birthday parties, kids’ night out, events, and specialty programs—all run from a single, retail-friendly location.

The model is systemized and scalable, with proprietary lesson plans, standardized coach training through GForce University, and operating systems refined across six corporate locations prior to franchising. Owners do not need a gymnastics background; the brand is built for strong operators and leaders who can follow proven systems and grow into semi-absentee ownership within 6–12 months.

GForce is still early in franchising but not early in proof. With established unit economics, strong community demand, and significant white space nationally, it offers franchise partners the opportunity to enter a proven concept at an early growth stage—with the support of a founder-led team that has operated the business successfully for nearly two decades.

Location Analysis

Where GForce Gymnastics, Parkour, & More wins

Geographic performance data for GForce Gymnastics, Parkour, & More is notably limited, constraining direct territorial assessment. However, the franchise model's alignment with families containing children aged 3-14 in middle-to-upper-middle-income households suggests strongest viability in suburban markets with concentrations of young families, dual-income earners, and communities oriented toward structured youth development. The ideal customer profile points toward locations with limited access to competitive gymnastics or specialized parkour programming, indicating potential opportunity in underserved suburban or exurban markets rather than densely saturated metropolitan cores. Facility requirements—8,000-15,000+ square feet with high ceilings, specialized equipment, and family-friendly accessibility—favor retail strip centers, second-generation commercial spaces, or standalone buildings in high-visibility corridors with ample parking. Zoning for recreational or fitness use is essential. The capital-intensive nature of buildouts heightens the importance of demographic density and disposable income levels to support enrollment targets. Insufficient public review volume limits direct customer sentiment analysis, though youth athletics facilities broadly face scrutiny on pricing transparency, class scheduling flexibility, and facility upkeep—all operationally sensitive areas requiring active management. Prospective franchisees should conduct granular local market validation, including competitive mapping of gymnastics, tumbling, parkour, and general youth fitness providers, household income distribution analysis, and enrollment demand modeling. Territory-level due diligence and direct franchisor disclosure on existing unit performance by market type are critical before site selection.
Total US locations
N/A
Franchise units
2
Corporate locations
7
Avg. sq. footage
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Financial Analysis

The numbers behind GForce Gymnastics, Parkour, & More

Avg gross revenue$1,240,478
Investment range$251,500 – $571,500
Investment midpoint$411,500
Brand fundBrand Fund Contribution: 1% of Gross Revenue
Royalty8% of Gross Revenue
Franchise fee$60,000
Min. net worth$500,000
Min. liquid capital$125,000

Veteran discount available

GForce Gymnastics, Parkour, & More participates in a veteran discount program on the franchise fee. Ask your Franzy advisor or the brand for current eligibility and terms.

GForce Gymnastics, Parkour, & More presents a mid-to-upper tier investment profile with capital requirements between $251,500 and $571,500, reflecting the specialized facility infrastructure inherent to multi-discipline youth athletics. The reported gross revenue of approximately $1.24 million suggests moderate unit economics, though without franchise fee, unit count, or unit-level margin data, profitability assessment remains constrained. Founded in 2008, the brand carries 16+ years of operational experience, indicating some degree of concept validation and systems maturity, yet the absence of disclosed unit count raises questions about expansion velocity and franchisee retention dynamics. The substantial facility investment—driven by requirements for 8,000-15,000+ square feet, high ceilings, specialized flooring, foam pits, and parkour structures—creates both operational complexity and potential barriers to rapid scaling. These capital-intensive buildouts typically result in longer breakeven timelines and heightened sensitivity to enrollment fluctuations. The multi-discipline model (gymnastics and parkour) may support revenue diversification and customer retention compared to single-sport concepts, but also increases operational demands on staffing, programming, and equipment maintenance. Revenue dependency on enrollment-based membership or class packages exposes operators to seasonal variability and competitive churn in crowded youth activities markets. Prospective franchisees should prioritize detailed unit-level financial disclosure, renewal rates, and operating cost benchmarks before committing capital.
Did you know? GForce Gymnastics, Parkour, & More is a youth fitness franchise in the children's services sector requiring an initial investment between $251,500 and $571,500. The franchise fee is not publicly disclosed. Founded in 2008, the concept specializes in multi-discipline programming combining gymnastics and parkour for children aged 3-14, with facility requirements typically ranging from 8,000 to 15,000+ square feet to accommodate specialized equipment and safety features.

Financing partners

Vetted partners, tailored to franchisees

Your Franzy advisor can connect you with these partners later in the process — competitive rates, specialized in franchise financing.

FranFund

Lender

CRF USA

Nonprofit SBA lender; provides financing for franchise acquisitions, startups, and expansion.

Lender

First Bank of the Lake

Lender

Pension Pros

Lender

The model

How GForce Gymnastics, Parkour, & More works

01
Ownership
Part-Time (Executive)

Owner stays in an executive role — sets strategy, hires a manager, and oversees crews. Typically 5–20 hr/wk after ramp; many keep their day job.

Full-Time

Owner runs the business as their primary job — leads the team day-to-day on the ground, 40+ hr/wk.

02
Revenue
Recurring revenueTransaction-basedBig-ticket salesService-basedProduct sales (retail)Hybrid model
03
Customer
B2B

Sells to businesses, contractors, or property owners.

B2C

Sells directly to consumers and homeowners.

Mixed

Serves both businesses and consumers.

FDD Item 7

Initial investment range

$252K–$572K
Most common
$251,500
Minimum
$411,500
Midpoint
$571,500
Maximum

Per FDD Item 7, total initial investment ranges from $251,500 to $571,500. The midpoint $411,500 is what most franchisees report at signing — financing typically reduces cash-at-close by 80–90%. Knowing the investment range helps you plan confidently and ensure you're fully prepared to make the leap.

2026 Franchise Disclosure

FDD documents

Below are items 2, 3, 4, 7, 11 and 19 for GForce Gymnastics, Parkour, & More's 2026 FDD. The complete FDD is delivered to you directly by the franchisor, per the FTC Franchise Rule.

Estimated initial investment
FDD Item 7 · PDF
Financial performance representations
FDD Item 19 · PDF
Members-only items
Executive team
FDD Item 2 · PDF
Litigation
FDD Item 3 · PDF
Bankruptcy
FDD Item 4 · PDF
Franchisor assistance
FDD Item 11 · PDF
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Buyer FAQs

Frequently asked questions

The initial investment for a GForce Gymnastics, Parkour, & More franchise typically ranges between $251,500.00 and $571,500.00. This includes the franchise fee, equipment, real estate, and other startup costs. To get a detailed breakdown and better understand the financial requirements, we recommend scheduling a call with the Franzy team. We'll walk you through the specifics and answer any questions you might have. For more detailed information, refer to the financial sections of the FDD.

Disclaimer. The information provided on this page is based on the latest Franchise Disclosure Document (FDD) we have on record, which was issued in 2026. This information is for informational purposes only and is not intended to constitute legal, financial, or business advice. We make no guarantees or claims regarding the completeness or accuracy. Only the franchisor can confirm that the information is complete and accurate and we recommend consulting the franchisor directly for the most recent FDD and regarding any questions that you may have about the information provided.

GForce Gymnastics, Parkour, & More
GForce Gymnastics, Parkour, & More
$1M avg revenue · 2+ US franchises

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