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Jazzercise

Jazzercise

5,251 locations

The total investment to open a Jazzercise franchise ranges from $19,400 - $40,745. The initial franchise fee is $1,250. Ongoing royalties are 20%. Jazzercise currently operates 5,251 locations (5,251 franchised). The top SBA 7(a) lenders for Jazzercise are U.S. Bank, First-Citizens Bank & Trust Company and Zions Bank, A Division of. PeerSense FPI health score: 27/100. Data sourced from the 2024 Franchise Disclosure Document.

Investment

$19,400 - $40,745

Franchise Fee

$1,250

Total Units

5,251

5,251 franchised

FPI Score
Medium
27

Proprietary PeerSense metric

Limited
Capital Partners
14lenders available

Active capital sources verified for Jazzercise financing

SBA

7(a) Eligible

21d

Avg Funding

P+2.25%

Best Rate

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FPI Score Breakdown

Growing (10-24 loans)

Medium Confidence
27out of 100
Limited

SBA Lending Performance

SBA Default Rate

33.3%

5 of 15 loans charged off

SBA Loans

15

Total Volume

$2.3M

Active Lenders

14

States

10

Top SBA Lenders for Jazzercise

What is the Jazzercise franchise?

The Jazzercise franchise operates within the vibrant and expansive Fitness and Recreational Sports Centers industry, a sector characterized by consumer focus on health, wellness, and active lifestyles. Headquartered in Clayton, MO, this franchise system has cultivated a specific niche, offering its proprietary dance fitness programs to a dedicated clientele. With a current operational footprint encompassing 13 total units, the Jazzercise brand represents a focused approach to fitness delivery. The establishment of its headquarters in Clayton, MO, signifies a centralized hub for its franchise operations, supporting its network of independently owned and operated locations with administrative, marketing, and operational guidance. The core offering of the Jazzercise franchise is designed to cater to individuals seeking an engaging and effective workout experience, blending elements of dance, strength, and cardiovascular conditioning. This distinctive methodology positions the Jazzercise franchise within the broader fitness landscape as a provider of structured group exercise classes, appealing to a demographic that values interactive and fun approaches to physical activity. The modest unit count of 13 reflects a strategic or evolving presence in the market, where each Jazzercise franchise location contributes to the brand's overall reach and impact. While specific historical founding dates or detailed growth phases are not available, the brand's long-standing recognition within the fitness community, even with its current unit numbers, indicates a sustained appeal. As a player in the Fitness and Recreational Sports Centers category, the Jazzercise franchise must continually adapt its programs to meet evolving consumer preferences and fitness trends, ensuring its continued relevance and attractiveness to both participants and potential franchisees. The commitment to a specialized dance fitness format underscores the brand's identity and its differentiation within a crowded market segment

FPI Score

27/100

SBA Default Rate

33.3%

Active Lenders

14

Key Highlights

5,251 locations nationwide

Data Insights

Key performance metrics for Jazzercise based on SBA lending data

SBA Default Rate

33.3%

5 of 15 loans charged off

SBA Loan Volume

15 loans

Across 14 lenders

Lender Diversity

14 lenders

Avg 1.1 loans per lender

Investment Tier

Low-cost entry

$19,400 – $40,745 total

Jazzercise — Deep SBA Data

Brand-specific metrics derived directly from SBA 7(a) approval records — peak lending year, leading state, average loan size, and lender concentration. PeerSense computes these per brand so capital advisors and prospective franchisees can benchmark this opportunity against the rest of the franchise universe.

Peak SBA Year

2008

3 approvals — best year on record for Jazzercise.

Top SBA State

Missouri

3 SBA-financed Jazzercise locations — the densest operator footprint.

Average Loan Size

$138K

Median $40K — use as a sizing anchor when modeling your own $Jazzercise unit.

Lender Concentration

23.5%

Moderately Spread

Share of Jazzercise approvals captured by the top 3 SBA lenders.

Jazzercise's SBA lending pipeline peaked in 2008 (3 approvals). The last five fiscal years account for 7% of cumulative volume ($20K approved). Operator density is highest in Missouri with 3 SBA-financed locations. Average funded ticket sits at $138K, with the median at $40K. Lender mix is moderately spread: the top three SBA lenders account for 23.5% of approvals — borrowers have leverage to shop multiple credit boxes.

Payment Estimator

Loan Amount$16K
Interest Rate9.5%
Term (Years)10 yr

Estimated Monthly Payment

$201

Principal & Interest only

Locations

Jazzerciseunit breakdown

Total Units
N/A
Franchisee Owned
System Owned
Closed

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