24/7 fitness franchise Snap Fitness has marked significant milestones in its Australia & Asia-Pacific (APAC) expansion in 2025, highlighting continued demand for accessible, community-focused gym models and setting the stage for further growth in 2026.

Snap Fitness celebrated the opening of its 350th APAC club in Kiama, New South Wales — a major milestone for the brand’s footprint in Australia, New Zealand and Asia. The expansion has been driven by strong franchise sales and record levels of interest from prospective owners.

Chris Caldwell, Chief Executive of Lift Brands Asia Pacific (parent company of Snap Fitness), said the milestone illustrates the strength of its franchise model.

“Marking our 350th APAC opening is an exciting milestone for Snap Fitness as it showcases the tremendous growth the brand has experienced in recent years… With a strong brand presence and a robust franchise system, Snap Fitness is a fantastic opportunity for savvy business owners.” (Source: Aus Leisure)

Snap Fitness has also recently achieved a record pace of expansion, opening 10 new clubs in just 10 weeks across multiple states in Australia and into New Zealand — including Tweed South, Belmont, Moonee Ponds, Box Hill and Burpengary East. Numerous openings were by existing franchisees expanding locally, underscoring confidence in the business model.

Key States & Regions with Recent Openings

• New South Wales: Tweed South, Belmont, Bomaderry

• Victoria: Moonee Ponds, Box Hill, Charlemont Rise, Botanic Ridge

• Queensland: Burpengary East

• New Zealand: Havelock North, Highland Park 

Caldwell added that the speed of openings reflects solid demand for the 24/7 model, noting that the flexible, convenient gym format is particularly attractive amid ongoing health & wellness trends. 

Community Partnerships and Support Initiatives

Beyond expansion, Snap Fitness has launched a two-year partnership with parkrun Australia to encourage community fitness by integrating more free-to-participate parkrun events with gym-based programming. Members benefit from special offers and opportunities to participate in local running events with their Snap teams. 

Caldwell said the partnership reinforces Snap Fitness’ commitment to accessible health and activity, adding that blending gym membership with community fitness boosts both engagement and brand visibility. 

Snap Fitness APAC Club Growth (2022–2026)

Early Path to Growth and Franchise Support

Snap Fitness has built momentum through a supportive franchise model, earning a five-star FRANdata rating for high performance, transparency and franchisee engagement — a distinction that strengthens confidence among investors and lenders alike. (Source: Snap Fitness)

According to Snap Fitness’ franchise information materials, the brand provides comprehensive onboarding support, marketing resources, and ongoing operational guidance — key factors in its ability to scale quickly even as larger gyms face competitive pressure. 

Looking ahead to 2026, Snap Fitness is focused on

– Continued club rollouts in emerging markets (including first-time territories such as Cairns).
– Modernisation upgrades to existing facilities.
– Strengthening community engagement via partnerships like parkrun.