Elev8 Performance

The global fitness industry is on track to hit $257 billion in 2025, driven by growing awareness of just how much exercise contributes to physical, mental, and emotional well-being. More people than ever are actively searching for wellness solutions that help them live fuller, healthier lives, a shift we’ve explored in more depth in our piece on where the fitness franchising industry stands today. Within that growth, Elev8 Performance has carved out something different: a franchise model that addresses both body and spirit.

Here’s what sets this opportunity apart for entrepreneurs considering their next move:

A Mission-Driven Foundation
Elev8 Performance is part of a larger, Kingdom-focused mission built around strengthening communities through fitness, functional health, and faith. It’s a values-first approach that resonates strongly with both members and franchise owners looking for more than just a business transaction.

Fast Path to Profitability
With proven consumer demand, recurring membership revenue, and manageable startup costs, franchisees are positioned to see a strong return on their investment without an excessive ramp-up period.

Diversified Revenue Streams
Rather than depending on a single offering, owners can generate income across open gym access, personal training, small group sessions, and functional health services, giving the business multiple ways to grow.

An All-In-One Wellness Platform
Elev8 blends physical fitness, nutrition guidance, and recovery services into a single client experience, delivering more complete results than a typical single-service gym.

An Established, Trusted Name
Franchisees step into a brand that already carries a five-star reputation for excellence, giving new locations a head start on credibility in their market.

Technology That Keeps Members Engaged
A dedicated member app makes it easy to track performance and stay connected, helping franchisees build stronger, more consistent engagement with their client base.

A Mission Rooted in Transformation

Elev8 Performance was founded in 2015 by Mark and Katrina Garcia, and it has always been more than a gym. Mark’s background in fitness paired with Katrina’s expertise in nutrition shaped a business built around real, lasting lifestyle change rather than quick fixes.

What started as a personal training studio has since grown into a full-service space offering open gym access, functional health programming, and more. The Garcias built Elev8 around the belief that true wellness touches every part of a person, so the brand is designed to support members physically and spiritually. After a decade of proven results, they’re now opening the door for new franchise owners to bring that same mission to their own communities.

Who Thrives as an Elev8 Performance Franchisee?

Running a faith-based fitness brand takes more than business know-how. It requires genuine care for people and the ability to meet them wherever they are in their fitness or recovery journey. Ideal candidates bring:

• Solid business acumen
• Strong sales and customer service skills
• A background in fitness

If that sounds like you, it’s worth comparing this opportunity against others in the space. Our directory of fitness franchise opportunities is a good place to see how Elev8 Performance stacks up against similar concepts.

Support Built to Help You Succeed

Elev8 Performance backs franchisees with a full support system designed to remove guesswork at every stage:

Foundational Training gets new owners fully prepared to run a profitable location from day one.
Ongoing Support means franchisees operate within a proven, turnkey system while still getting hands-on help with daily operations. This mirrors the kind of guidance our own franchise advisory and matching services provide to prospective owners weighing their options.
Marketing Support gives franchisees access to established brand assets, a strong online presence, and SEO, SEM, and local marketing strategies to help grow their client base.
Research and Development keeps the brand evolving, with new trends and technologies continually rolled into the franchise system to keep it competitive.

What It Takes to Get Started

Here’s a snapshot of the investment involved in becoming an Elev8 Performance franchisee:

Franchise Fee: $40,000
Total Investment (Including Franchise Fee & Training): $211,000
Royalty Fee: 6% of gross revenue
Required Local Marketing Spend: 5% of gross sales

For entrepreneurs weighing this against other concepts in the space, our guide on how to franchise a fitness brand and scale it successfully covers what to look for in a strong franchise system.

Ready to Build Something Bigger?

Elev8 Performance offers a rare combination: a proven fitness business model paired with a genuine mission to strengthen communities. If that resonates with you, reach out through our contact page to start the conversation and take the next step toward franchise ownership.