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![]() | Contours ExpressThe Better Idea in Women's Gyms |

Business Type
FranchiseNumber of Units
315In Business Since
1998* For Current Info See:
Franchise Disclosure Document

Overview
The company was launched in 1998 by long-time experts in the Fitness
business. Leveraging the success of Curves® while upgrading the product
offering and member experiences, Contours Express has created The
"Better Idea In Women's Gyms." The company is now the #2 Women's
circuit training gym behind Curves. We are the second fastest growing
with over 600 locations worldwide in 20 countries, and rated among the
most affordable.
Contours Express is known as a "business model" franchise. This means that each process a gym owner needs to master has been refined again and again. Independent small businesses must learn as they go, developing their own operations mechanisms and strategies. In short, they have to work "on" their business while they work "in" their business.. With Contours Express, the system is in place - all you need to do is follow it. If the provided training doesn't cover a specific aspect of the operation, Contours Express staff will be there to support you, and our on-line forums will let you tap the ideas of hundreds of other owners.
Contours Express is known as a "business model" franchise. This means that each process a gym owner needs to master has been refined again and again. Independent small businesses must learn as they go, developing their own operations mechanisms and strategies. In short, they have to work "on" their business while they work "in" their business.. With Contours Express, the system is in place - all you need to do is follow it. If the provided training doesn't cover a specific aspect of the operation, Contours Express staff will be there to support you, and our on-line forums will let you tap the ideas of hundreds of other owners.
Products & Services

Friendly members and trainers!
We hire friendly, motivated fitness trainers, where you can meet your friends and take advantage of our fast, balanced workout.
Fast workout!
We developed our 29-minute workout because we know that even though you’re busy, you still want to feel better about yourself—enhancing your fitness, increasing your energy level, and even shedding a few pounds!
Better Equipment
Unlike our competitors, we offer our members real weight-bearing equipment because it has been proven more effective than hydraulic equipment for women who want to increase and maintain bone density and decrease the risk of osteoporosis.
We maximize results!
Contours Express’ workout program and exercise equipment choices are based on maximizing the results of each workout so that members can reach their fitness and weight goals!
Why Contours Express?

The Contours Express Brand is being developed by brand-building experts with over 30 years of experience developing successful brands and companies. The company has already been rated by several trusted business publications as being among the fastest growing franchises in the US. National Television ads and cooperative advertising programs are among the many benefits. A state-of-the-art web development package is now available to our franchisees which offers tools and resources to our franchisees that is far beyond what other franchises offer. Interested in the entire story.
Why Fitness?
Fitness is a $40 Billion Dollar Industry! It is growing at a rate of 5% per year, and there has been a 63% increase in gym membership since 1999 due to the obesity problem in the US.
Why Women's Fitness?
This is also an easy answer, because women's only fitness is the fastest growing segment of the health & fitness industry. Women are the largest single business opportunity, and Contours Express has the best business model for this segment.
Are You a Good Fit for Contours Express?

Absolutely NO previous fitness or business experience is required.
Contours Express will not only train you on every aspect of owning
your own gym, but we will be there with you for your grand opening and
provide ongoing training and support. We will be there to help you with
your gym's success. Remember this is the advantage of a business model
franchise - you concentrate on applying your skills to growing your
membership and daily operations.