Global gym franchise Crunch Fitness has announced its entry into India with a Master Franchise Agreement, marking its first physical presence in South Asia. The expansion will introduce a minimum of 75 Crunch Fitness locations across the country in the coming years, strengthening the brand’s international footprint. Indian consumers have already had access to Crunch+ online fitness offerings, and this new development will provide them with full-service brick-and-mortar gyms.

Leadership Behind the Expansion

The India expansion will be led by Nikhil Kakkar, former COO of Gold’s Gym India, and Dr. Umesh Kansal, M.D., a seasoned entrepreneur with expertise in fitness, financial services, and the global apparel industry. Their leadership aims to establish Crunch Fitness as a major player in India’s growing fitness market.

Strategic Move into a Growing Market

“With India’s fitness market expanding rapidly, this was a natural step in our international rollout,” said John Kersh, Managing Director of International Development for Crunch Fitness. “We believe Nikhil and Umesh will be outstanding partners, and we are excited for Crunch Fitness to play an influential role in India’s fitness franchise sector.”

Crunch Fitness CEO Jim Rowley also emphasized the significance of the move: “India is a dynamic market with a growing passion for fitness, and we are excited to introduce our world-class amenities, innovative classes, and inclusive community to the country.”

Global Growth and Milestones

This announcement follows a landmark year for Crunch Fitness, which recently:

• Celebrated its 35th anniversary
• Unveiled Crunch 3.0, an innovative gym design
• Surpassed three million members globally
• Expanded its franchise network to over 500 gyms worldwide

India now joins other international Crunch Fitness markets, including Australia, Canada, Costa Rica, Portugal, and Spain.

Commitment to Expansion

Crunch Fitness remains focused on expanding into high-growth regions with favorable economic and franchising conditions. The company has consistently ranked as a top fitness franchise, securing the #1 spot in the fitness category and #32 overall in Entrepreneur Franchise 500®.

“We are thrilled to launch our ‘No Judgments’ clubs in India,” said Chequan Lewis, President of Crunch Fitness. “India is one of the fastest-growing fitness markets, and this move aligns with our mission to make fitness accessible, engaging, and fun.”

Looking Ahead

Crunch Fitness plans to open its first Indian location soon, with further expansions set to follow. The company will continue evaluating potential markets for future growth.

For more details on Crunch Fitness’ international expansion, visit: www.crunch.com/franchise/international.

About Crunch Fitness

Crunch Fitness is a globally recognized gym brand that combines fitness and entertainment under its ‘No Judgments’ philosophy. With over 500 gyms across 41 states in the U.S. and international locations, Crunch serves three million members worldwide, offering unique group fitness classes and personalized workout experiences. The company continues to expand rapidly, bringing its innovative and inclusive fitness culture to new markets.

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