September 22, 2026 // Franchising.com // FRANKLIN, TN – BODYBAR Pilates, the high energy, reformer-based Pilates studio, today announced it will open its first studio in The Volunteer State, located at 995 Meridian Blvd., Suite 100 in Franklin. The grand opening is scheduled for Monday, October 26.
Leading up to the grand opening, a limited number of founding memberships are available, offering early members up to 15% off* their membership for life along with priority booking and a complimentary class before doors open. In addition, BODYBAR Pilates Franklin will host a series of community events designed to introduce locals to the brand’s signature workouts and the studio team. These include:
Those interested in attending can RSVP by calling 615-345-3554 or emailing franklin@bodybarpilates.com. Walk-ins are also welcome at all events.
BODYBAR Pilates Franklin is owned and operated by first-time franchise owner, Brenda Warkow. After building a successful career in financial services and sales management, where she led a team of 60 employees across North and South America, she left the corporate world behind in pursuit of a role with better work-life balance. As a longtime fitness enthusiast, she was interested in the health and wellness industry and began exploring investment opportunities. However, despite years of trying a variety of workouts, she struggled to find a workout that kept her engaged long-term. That changed after her first BODYBAR Pilates class – inspired by the brand’s unique and modern approach to Pilates, she decided to bring BODYBAR to her community. In addition to opening her first studio, Warkow is also pursuing certification as a BODYBAR Pilates instructor.
“I’m so honored and excited to be opening BODYBAR’s very first Tennessee studio,” said Brenda Warkow, franchise owner, BODYBAR Pilates Franklin. “From the very first class I took, I knew BODYBAR was something special, and that’s why I believe our community is really going to resonate with it. Our workout is accessible to all fitness levels and uses equipment like the chair, tower, and jumpboard, which sets us apart from others in the area. I’m excited to introduce our studio to the community and welcome our first members soon!”
The Franklin studio will span 2,900 square feet, filled with abundant natural light and a 900-square foot retail area. The studio will also house 14 Reformers and a private room for one‑on‑one training that must be reserved in advance. The studio will offer BODYBAR’s signature athletic Pilates classes, led by certified instructors and designed to support strength, balance, mobility, and overall well-being for all fitness levels, using state-of-the-art Pilates equipment.
“2026 has been a milestone development year for BODYBAR Pilates, and we’re still gaining momentum,” said Kamille McCollum, chief brand officer, president, and co-founder of BODYBAR Pilates. “We just opened our 100th studio in Fort Worth, and by year’s end, we’ll have operations in 28 states, adding Indiana and Nebraska. It’s incredible to see how far we’ve come, and we owe it to our awesome franchise owners like Brenda who put the blood, sweat and tears into making BODYBAR studios what they are today. We can’t wait to see what she does in Franklin.”
BODYBAR Pilates continues to grow nationwide, with over 23,000 members, more than 70 studios in the pipeline and 13 slated to open by year’s end. Following this opening, Warkow plans to open her second studio in Brentwood in late 2027.
Founded to redefine fitness, BODYBAR Pilates’ mission is to cultivate a balanced, athletic, and real community. For more information about the new studio, membership packages and event registration, please call 615-345-3554, email franklin@bodybarpilates.com or visit BODYBAR Pilates Franklin. You can also follow the studio on Facebook and Instagram.
*Founding memberships are 15% off in September and October.
Founded to redefine fitness, BODYBAR Pilates’ mission is to cultivate a balanced, athletic, and real community. We are committed to providing a fiercely effective workout experience, powered by Pilates, that helps individuals discover their physical potential and enhance their overall well-being both on and off the Reformer. Our expert-led classes cater to all fitness levels in a welcoming environment, utilizing state-of-the-art Pilates equipment. As a growing franchise, BODYBAR presents an exciting opportunity for entrepreneurs in the fitness industry. Joining the BODYBAR family means becoming part of a movement that empowers individuals to achieve their fitness goals while building a thriving, community-centric business. This opportunity is ideal for entrepreneurs looking to make a meaningful impact in the fitness world with a reputable, innovative brand.
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BODYBAR Pilates offers a modern take on Reformer Pilates in an environment that is conducive to building communities filled with members who love, respect, encourage and motivate one another to be strong, healthy and happy human beings.