What expenses are covered by the estimated working capital for an Aira Fitness business?
Aira_Fitness Franchise · 2025 FDDAnswer from 2025 FDD Document
- (13) The figures in the chart represent the estimated amount of working capital you will need to cover other initial operating expenses for a period of 3 months. The estimate covers utilities, website, e-mail and internet expenses, phone, the monthly payment for the Gymmaster software. The higher estimate includes salary for a trainer. The lower estimate assumes that your Principal will be the general manager, as Aira Fitness Businesses are generally small, owner-operated gyms where the owner leads personal training and fitness classes. No amount is included for owner's draw or salary or for salary for a general manager.
Source: Item 7 — ESTIMATED INITIAL INVESTMENT YOUR ESTIMATED INITIAL INVESTMENT FITNESS CENTER LOCATION (FDD pages 24–31)
What This Means (2025 FDD)
According to Aira Fitness's 2025 Franchise Disclosure Document, the estimated working capital covers several initial operating expenses for the first three months of operation. These expenses include utilities, website costs, email and internet services, phone services, and the monthly payment for the Gymmaster software.
The FDD notes that the higher working capital estimate includes a salary for a trainer. The lower estimate assumes the franchisee will act as the general manager, which is common for Aira Fitness businesses, as they are typically small, owner-operated gyms where the owner leads personal training and fitness classes.
Notably, the working capital estimate does not include any amount for the owner's draw or salary, nor does it include a salary for a general manager if one is hired. Prospective franchisees should carefully consider these exclusions and ensure they have sufficient capital to cover these costs during the initial operating period. Aira Fitness recommends that franchisees review these figures with a business advisor before making any decision to purchase the franchise.