First 5-star rating for New Zealand franchise

Anytime Fitness NZ are the first franchise system to achieve a 5-star rating on FRANdata's New Zealand Franchise Rating Scale™. Ratings are allocated after an independent and fact-based assessment across seven key categories.

FranData's CEO Darryn McAuliffe commented, "In achieving the 5-star rating, Anytime Fitness NZ's franchise system demonstrated a very high level of transparency and franchise performance. Our 2025 review of the Anytime Fitness NZ franchise system evidenced a very successful franchise model across all categories measured. The solid trading performance across the network continues to deliver solid financial outcomes for individual franchisees and Anytime Fitness NZ’s disciplined expansion strategy continues to build network strength. Impressively, we also note a continuous and increased investment in programs that build and reflect the strength of the network”.

Anytime Fitness NZ’s CEO, Cameron Ward said, "We're thrilled to receive this 5-star accreditation for our franchise network performance. This recognition reflects what we've always believed in—being transparent with our partners and constantly working to improve results in fantastic franchisee returns. Our franchisees make this network what it is, and their success drives everything we do. 

"This achievement is really just the beginning for us. We're committed to keeping the standards high while always looking for ways to do better. Our current franchisees can count on us to continue to provide the support, systems and innovations they need to succeed and for anyone considering joining Anytime Fitness as a franchisee, this accreditation shows we're serious about creating an environment where everyone can thrive."

Darryn McAuliffe went on to say, "Anytime Fitness continues to attract heightened interest and is expected to strengthen relationships further with the NZ lending community given they have also achieved a very strong credit underwriting score on their Franchise Underwriting (FUND) Report. The FUND Report was prepared in conjunction with the star rating.

"Rating assessment outcomes from the New Zealand Franchise Rating Scale™ are being delivered now to additional participating franchise systems, but we are pleased to congratulate Anytime Fitness NZ on being the first to achieve the highest rating possible."

FRANdata is a leading international franchise business intelligence and information advisory business.  

For further information please contact: 

Darryn McAuliffe

CEO FRANdata Australia and New Zealand

Email: dmcauliffe@frandata.com

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