Talwalkars Better Value Fitness Ltd. has entered into a Master Franchise Agreement for opening additional Talwalkars HIFI gyms at 30 locations. HIFI (Healthy India Fit India) is Talwalkars small format gym to spread health and fitness solutions especially in Tier 3 and Tier 4 cities.
Vishal Rupani, CEO, Talwalkars HIFI said: “Major growth drivers of this industry is increasing awareness about the importance of being physically fit and maintaining a healthy lifestyle and the desire to look and feel good. Today’s youth is highly influenced by bollywood and sports personalities and want to emulate them. There is an Increase in lifestyle diseases and higher disposable incomes. So, further expansion is definitely on the cards. We are certainly looking to associate with people who are from Fitness Industry and have passion for fitness.”
For opening a Talwalkars Hi Fi franchise an investment of Rs 45 -85 lakh is required depending upon the gym size. The Return on investment (ROI) is usually 35-50% with breakeven of 2-3 Years. All Talwalkars HIFI are purely franchised and currently there are 13 operational franchisee outlets with another 10 in pipeline.