Fitstop Invites Aspiring Owners to Free Franchise Discovery Webinar Following Houston Market Entry

August 24, 2026 // Franchising.com // LOS ANGELES – Fitstop has opened more than 170 locations worldwide. The brand recently signed its largest U.S. development agreement to date – a four-studio deal bringing the franchise to Houston, adding to its existing seven studios in California and Pennsylvania. Now, Fitstop is opening its doors to prospective studio owners with a free Franchise Discovery Webinar on Wednesday, Sept. 2, from 6-7 p.m. CDT.

The founder-led session will offer a behind-the-scenes look at the Fitstop model and its coach-led approach in comparison to traditional gym franchises.

Speakers include:

• Pete Hull, CEO & Founder – Built Fitstop from a single studio into a brand with more than 170 locations globally. Pete will share his vision for Fitstop and what’s driving its next phase of growth.
• Rebecca Hull, International Franchise Recruitment Manager – Brings more than a decade of franchising experience, and will break down the investment structure, unit economics and the path from signing to studio opening.
• Bruce Sarmento, U.S. Operations – Leads day-to-day U.S. operations, and will cover the systems and hands-on support behind running a Fitstop studio.
• Katie Auerbach, Brand Manager – Shapes Fitstop’s U.S. brand presence. Katie will detail the creative marketing and content support available to franchisees to drive local visibility and membership growth.

With Houston marking Fitstop’s entry into Texas and the South, the brand continues to seek qualified franchise candidates across Texas and other growing U.S. markets.

SOURCE Fitstop

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