What is Gym?
A gym is a building or room that’s meant for playing indoor sports or exercising. You might go to the gym to pump iron, or you might go to the gym to see who else is pumping iron.
How Much Does It Cost To Build Gym In South Africa?
Step 3 – Funding Your Gym
Opening up a decent sized gym will cost a decent chunk of money (anything from R5m – R20m), but if you have done your research correctly and really identified a need in a community or area then investors would be willing to fund the project.
How do I start a gym in South Africa?
Step 1 – Do Your Research. This is the make-or-break phase of your entire business plan, concept or idea.
Step 2 – Build a Business Plan. Unless you have a couple of million Rands lying around, you would need an investor to help you start a gym.
Step 3 – Funding Your Gym.
Step 4 – Implementation.
How many gyms are there in South Africa?
1,100 gyms
The fitness industry employs about 29,000 people at more than 1,100 gyms across South Africa and is facing tremendous strain
How many Virgin Active gyms are there in South Africa?
Virgin Active operates 136 health clubs across South Africa, Botswana and Namibia and is passionate about helping people of all ages to live an active lifestyle.
How many members does Planet Fitness South Africa have?
Planet Fitness, although equally battered during the months of hard lockdown, has reported a surge in activity since reopening.
According to Gillian Elson, Planet Fitness’ Head of Marketing, 100% of its 251,000-strong membership base had returned to gyms by mid-November 2025.
What is the cheapest gym to join?
Five most affordable gym memberships
Planet Fitness. Planet Fitness advertises itself as a gym for people who don’t like gyms, with ads referring to every Planet Fitness location as a “Judgement Free Zone.”
Cardinal Fitness.
Your Local YMCA.
Gold’s Gym.
LA Fitness.
Who is the CEO of Planet Fitness South Africa?
Manny Rivera
Manny Rivera doesn’t come from money. Neither did he complete his university studies. But today he is CEO of the flourishing health club group Planet Fitness, valued between R2bn to R3bn and boasting 250 000 members.
Is gym profitable in South Africa?
This article will outline how to start a gym business in South Africa, and the gym business plan – PDF, Word and Excel.
A fitness centre is a lucrative business, providing income for thousands of entrepreneurs, but there are some essential factors you need to consider before you venture into this kind of business.