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Direct Link Franchise Cost & Facts · Health & Fitness

Explore Direct Link franchise costs, fees, unit count, and Franchise Disclosure Document (FDD). Request the full FDD free below.

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Health & FitnessFounded 1997· 29 yrs297 unitsfranchimp.com
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Total Investment

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Franchise Fee

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Unit Count

297

Year Founded

1997

Overview

Why Direct Link?

Direct Link is a health & fitness brand with over 29 years of operating history and 297 active locations. The full Franchise Disclosure Document, including unit-level financials, territory terms, training requirements, and franchisee obligations, is available on request.

The Numbers

Investment & Fees

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Initial franchise fee
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Royalty fee
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Ad / marketing fee
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Regulatory Filings

FDDs on file

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Latest FDD on file: 2015. Request the document below to see Item 19 financial performance, Item 7 estimated initial investment, and territory disclosures.

Who's Operating It

241 franchisees of Direct Link

0 multi-unit operators241 units operated by franchisees
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Why every serious buyer requests the FDD

The Franchise Disclosure Document is the single most important piece of paperwork in your due diligence. It's federally mandated and contains everything a franchisor is required to share before you sign.

  • Item 7: full breakdown of your real startup costs
  • Item 19: actual unit-level revenue performance
  • Item 20: franchisee count, openings, closures, transfers
  • Item 21: audited financial statements

Frequently Asked

Direct Link franchise FAQ

Is Direct Link a franchise?

Yes. Direct Link is a franchise in the health & fitness category, which means you can own and operate a Direct Link location under a franchise agreement with the franchisor. The franchisor provides the brand, systems, and ongoing support in exchange for an initial franchise fee and royalties, all disclosed in the Franchise Disclosure Document (FDD).

How many Direct Link franchise locations are there?

Direct Link operates 297 active locations as of the most recent FDD filing. Request the latest FDD for state-by-state distribution and openings/closures from Item 20.

When was Direct Link founded?

Direct Link was founded in 1997, giving the brand 29 years of operating history. Brand longevity matters in franchising because it correlates with refined operations, established supplier relationships, and a tested franchisee playbook.

Is a Direct Link franchise profitable?

Direct Link unit-level profitability depends on location, operating costs, staffing, and management. When a franchisor makes an earnings claim, it appears in Item 19 of the Franchise Disclosure Document, the only place franchise financial performance is officially disclosed. Request the Direct Link FDD on this page to review any Item 19 financial performance representation.

How do I apply for a Direct Link franchise opportunity?

Submit a request through this page to receive the Direct Link Franchise Disclosure Document. The FDD contains everything you need to evaluate the opportunity: Item 7 investment, Item 19 financial performance, Item 20 unit counts and franchisee turnover, and Item 21 audited financials. There is no cost or obligation to request the FDD.

Where can I get the Direct Link FDD?

The current Direct Link FDD can be requested directly through this page. Franchise Disclosure Documents are federally regulated by the FTC and must be provided to prospective franchisees at least 14 days before signing any binding agreement or paying any fee.

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