Fitness WEALTH October 22, 2026 0 Comments

FLYEfit’s Bold €50M Gamble: Why These Five New Gyms Could Rewrite the Fitness Industry Playbook in 2027

Ever wonder what it takes for a fitness brand to flex its muscles and truly dominate the Irish gym scene? Well, FLYEfit’s latest move might just be the game-changer we’ve all been waiting for. Announcing a hefty €50 million investment, they’re gearing up to open five new gyms in 2027 alone—part of a bold, four-year sprint to launch 20 more spots nationwide. Talk about leveling up! But here’s the kicker—they’re not just expanding square footage; they’re doubling down on their people power too, aiming to ramp up their workforce alongside their footprint. As FLYEfit celebrates 15 years of training champions, this ambitious push underscores not just growth but passion and community at its core. Curious where these new hubs of hustle will pop up and how this surge stacks against the market? Stay tuned because this story is just getting warmed up. LEARN MORE

FLYEfit has announced plans to open five gyms across Ireland in 2027 as part of a wider four-year plan to open 20 new locations.

The €50m investment will support new gym openings as well as continued development of the existing FLYEfit network. The company also plans to double its workforce.

The five gyms opening next year will bring FLYEfit’s nationwide network to 27 gyms. Details of the locations and opening dates will be announced in the coming months.

“As FLYEfit celebrates 15 years in business, we’re excited to mark the occasion by looking ahead to the next stage of our growth,” Mandy Thomas, general manager at FLYEfit.

“It’s an exciting time for the company as we continue to expand our network and bring our offering to more communities across Ireland.

“We are a people business, and we greatly appreciate our employees and everyone who walks through the doors of our 22 gyms each day.

“This expansion represents a significant investment in FLYEfit’s future, and we look forward to sharing more details about the new locations in the months ahead.”

FLYEfit will open five new gyms next year and 20 over the next four years.

Earlier this year, FLYEfit opened its newest gym in Inchicore.

The latest accounts for FLYEfit Group Ltd shows turnover increased 13.4% to €31.21m, with operating profit rising 17.9% to €6.32m. The group employed 224 people.

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