If the transferee of an Aira Fitness franchise is not an existing franchisee, what transfer fee is required?

According to Aira Fitness's 2025 Franchise Disclosure Document, the transfer fee depends on whether the transferee is an existing Aira Fitness franchisee. If the transferee is not an existing franchisee, the transfer fee is equal to Aira Fitness's then-current initial franchise fee.

For a prospective franchisee, this means that if they decide to sell their Aira Fitness franchise to someone who is not already part of the Aira Fitness system, they will have to pay a transfer fee equivalent to the initial franchise fee that Aira Fitness is charging new franchisees at that time. This fee could potentially be significant, as initial franchise fees can range from tens of thousands to hundreds of thousands of dollars depending on the brand and industry.

It is important for franchisees to understand this policy, as it can impact their ability to sell their franchise in the future. Franchisees should also be aware that Aira Fitness has other conditions for transfer, including the transferee meeting Aira Fitness's then-current requirements for franchisees, payment of all amounts owed to Aira Fitness, and compliance with modernization requirements.