How Much Does It Cost To Build A Gym?

[@nikebox333]

If I had a dollar for every time you said “custom made” I’d be able to open up my own gym too

[@PapasTTU]

A custom made gym at that

[@HookandBookinc]

@@PapasTTU good one

[@Lars16]

And then you make a video talking about your custom made gym and the cycle continues.

[@mosesjefferson8261]

Lol right 😂

[@PapasTTU]

@@Lars16 Infinite money

[@ZionsStrength]

Who else wishing they can open their own gym in the future

[@tanOcotO]

Stop wishing and start doing 🤑🤑😈💯💯💰💸

[@trennasaurusrex2140]

AECS ayo im 11 dawg chill out

[@Sam-rx1lw]

Huge huge dream of mine, one day🤞🏻 keep a look out for a massive bodybuilding gym in Canada in 5-10 years

[@tanOcotO]

@@Sam-rx1lw How could you do this? Better start now and offer online classes

[@Sam-rx1lw]

@@tanOcotO watch me

[@MichaelAveryMusic]

The gym is ridiculously nice, but I'm expecting at least $150/month for that CUSTOM MADE membership.

[@Lars16]

Nah. I go to the most premium gym in my city that is the size of Houston. They have a sauna, spa, better air conditioning, heavier dumbbells than this, more cardio machines, more fixed machines like the leg press/chest press, more cable machines, outdoor crossfit-type area, yoga/team workout space for courses. And it is half of the subscription price you mentioned.

[@MichaelAveryMusic]

@@Lars16 I hope so. The hole in the wall powerlifting gym down the street from me that's basically a closet is $75/month.

[@Lars16]

@@MichaelAveryMusic yeah, but I do want to admit that my gym doesn't have calibrated plates, they are from Eleiko, but generic Chinese compact rubber plates. I'm also in Europe so the membership might be cheaper here than it is in US.

[@CanditoTrainingHQ]

​@@Lars16 Bigger gyms are often much cheaper. They rely on a huge % of the base to not even attend the gym, and then can use that as a cushion for profit margin. A serious gym is always much more expensive since more members actually attend. It's not really a US vs Europe thing, there are plenty of gyms that are 10-25 a month if you're getting the normie treatment.

[@MichaelAveryMusic]

@@CanditoTrainingHQ Shoutout to the man! I'm also in Cambridge, MA so that drives the price up like 30% by default.

[@strongestdirector6137]

$100,000 to open a gym seems cheap to me, this motivated me to open a gym.

[@robdoe8694]

150K+ USD

[@RogaBigCalves]

Yep. I am budgeting 40-50k for my home gym/personal training space including the building that will only be about 1/3 the size. That being said I am using it for my own business/clients, just not open to the general public (maybe I'll move to commercial location eventually).

[@noopyparker80]

yeah i agree, the hard part i think would be management and keeping a certain amout of members

[@克立张]

He has very little bodybuilding equipment. $300k is probably a better estimate for something closer to that. But if you want something like this, then for sure. That’s doable easy.

[@codygatti8358]

He didn’t include the price of the building though, im sure that building at least doubles the peice

[@mr.bhalla9]

As one of your earlier subscribers, i love how you and your content has evolved. I love talking business and lifting, keep this up broski!

[@mattyp4778]

Dudes growth is unreal

[@fnyourmom4019]

GUZMAN made this guy. This guy had to go and copy Guzman to feel important. Smh just like shawley. Fake friends

[@zerrpp69]

RIP Joe Lindner

[@Tytrades]

Most aesthetically pleasing gym I've seen. Good job man.

[@edwardv4546]

but seriously this isn’t as expensive as I was expecting even though I obviously couldn’t afford it. the gym is beautiful though. so proud of you g. wish I was in Texas.

[@stevewalters4773]

If you get your business credit high enough you can qualify for great loans at good interest rates. Also there are grants for fitness institutions!

[@mjpalumberi1]

Same, I was thinking with all the custom equipment he was gonna say $200K+

[@noctowl259]

And Texas is great place to start a business low taxes and low regulation compred to California where they tax you just for breathing 😂😂😂

[@JesseArechiga]

@More Plates More Dates Fake Derek account

[@AATWT11]

Can’t forget how much the property and building itself cost. He didn’t include that. With it being in Houston I can only imagine it being 300k+ for that much space. I’m probably low balling it honestly.

[@iwj6329]

I've been following for some years now, and I must say that this is amazing what you've built; from your powerlifting career to the gym and your personal brand. You give inspiration to young individuals who have aspirations, who want to build and grind; major kudos Russ

[@Purgingking23]

Tbh to open up a CrossFit type of gym It cost about $40,000 or maybe less. My friend opened a CrossFit gym back in 2010. Started off with a junk small building for $10,000 and invested $11,000 for equipment. Today he’s moved into a bigger building that has powerlifting and CrossFit combine! Now he’s making that bank

[@RusselOrhii]

Yeah CrossFit gyms are very minimalistic. I was going to mention how little they need. It depends on what you want also!

[@CB-xf6jc]

return on investement is very low on crossfit boxes. Its not ludicrous anymore

[@rlfitness3135]

Thanks for this video man! So many people that start their own gyms never break down exactly how much everything costs so this was super insightful ❗️

[@jspur6]

I spent about 4 months on the facebook marketplace picking up just used equipment at decent prices. I've got a calf raise machine, GHD, power rack, cable machine with cables on top and bottom, a treadmill, and of course a TV for sports, and I did it all for about 1000 bucks and 20 hours worth of labor!

[@MrChopsuy]

damn thats a lot cheaper than i was expecting. Equipment in germany costs a lot more to get so the gym here would be like 50-60k more here.

[@thefittest9921]

Custom made everything for a premium quality vibe...but doesn’t put air conditioning in the gym

[@vitoconigliaro7926]

Priorities

[@geocorzo1528]

Go to planet fitness for bitch perks

[@JaxonNelsonZo6]

Been looking forward to this video!

[@giuseppecastaldo77]

That gym looks insane . You should also put a-lot of art above the mirrors where all that black space is. But wow so much detail all throughout the gym even turf under the benches. This is like a dream

[@phamaaron]

I honestly feel like, you knew what you were doing, doing everything premium and expensive gave the “you care” vibe ya know, you want customers, friends, people to know you wanted this place to be special, I personally think money doesn’t have a price when your making memories like this

[@drewvloggs6070]

Very thorough !! Thanx Russ, I’m planning on owning my own powerlifting gym and was search how much it would cost . You really helped me a lot! Thank you bro!

[@Juggernaut959]

When 24 Hour fitness closes a lot of locations and they’re selling equipment for cheap.

[@philipmeisterl]

I dont know how it is in the us but in europe you get like a lot of awesome equipment for really cheap on 2nd hand sites

[@nottheone582]

that gear gets legit trashed tho... what you save on initial cost you will put in with maintenance and fixing up broken bits of gear

[@CB-xf6jc]

@@nottheone582 depends what you buy tho

[@cwharris773]

This is awesome. Proud of you, young man.

[@echavez510]

This is a great video. You’re learning from your past choices like the office build costs. Next time will be different I’m sure. But I wish you luck! Hope you can open soon!

[@davidd5269]

Really appreciate you sharing your experience and your transparency 🙏🏻💪🏼. I’m hoping one day to start my own gym here in California. You’re an inspiration.

[@Thefvkingoat]

How that goin

[@anthonygarcia-dq3bu]

Plan on making my own gym in the future, thanks for the video!

[@multmium]

5 grand for a pair of 130lb dumbbells !!! Are they extracted from old fossils and are made out of diamond

[@darionbuck8864]

It took them a long time to paint the logo. Lmao

[@nathandelacruz4081]

My exact thoughts, 5k!!! HOLY

[@PapasTTU]

Every time he says custom made, the membership price goes up a dollar.

[@jcsdesign]

A typical Life Fitness 8 way jungle gym at most commercial facilities cost about $28-$30K. I was thinking your piece would be close to that. $10-$15K seems about right for non main stream brand.

[@EMMD844]

Everything looks amazing, I made a comment maybe 2-3 months ago about how it didn't look personalized. Knowing it wasn't finished, it just missed a certain touch that I know Russ wanted to add. Now, now that shit fire! I think down the line another bathroom or a bathroom extension will need to be added though.

[@nikebox333]

Shut up

[@jimmine]

@@nikebox333 word

[@anthonygarth8167]

CONGRATULATIONS!!! You definitely have worked hard for YOUR gym!!!!

[@chipflavoredtoes6412]

This is the best gym ad I've ever seen. Wish I was in TX, but can't leave good old TN.

[@ibrahimhussainali9240]

Long time sub here, love the progress and growth bro, makes me so happy to see you moving forward and also the gym looks insane you can see how much care you put in. If only we had a gym like that over here in the U.K. but hope to see you keep on growing, you're an inspiration. Love from the U.K.

[@joshbaisden8412]

I’m 17 and not even an 2 hours ago I was wondering how much would it cost me in about 4-5 years to start my own gym/business 😂. Love you Russ keep it up 🙏🏽✝️🤍

[@Jonathan.Bergqvist]

Just keep going man! I knew I wanted to build a gym when I were 18, almost 21 now. I started from 0, no help from parents etc. And saved up over 15 000 $ im still quite far away. But i keep telling myself that one day i make it. I know a dude that bought equipment over the span of 2 years for a total of 20 000 $ for his gym. And then he started. So as Russel says, do what you can do with what you have. You will make it if its a dream goal! 👊🏼 ( he found cheap and great deals for his equipment )

[@someoneelse4740]

The trick is to consider what you buy and what you lease. Any equipment you lease for your business is tax deductible so would save you a lot in the long run.

[@Jonathan.Bergqvist]

@@someoneelse4740 Definetly a good thing to keep in mind!

[@nottheone582]

gyms are a time and money suck fr... take your savings and invest it early and intelligently. you will have your down payment for a gym in 3-5 years

[@johnnyyang3975]

i hope ur gym is doing okay, its not easy to be in this kind of business . Keep up with your good work Russeelll

[@clap5]

Good luck man. The place looks great and I wish you the best. My buddy opened a small gym back in 2016. I'm guessing he didn't realize how much cost and work was actually involved with owning and operating a gym. He was living minimum wage basically. He recently sold the majority of his share and went back to his old day job. Business is a crapshoot and I'm not a gambling man.

[@roycejohnson8189]

No A.C. Gym in Houston? Is there a special area for the heat-stroke victims? Those 120 decible fans aint gonna cut it. Otherwise it's a beautiful gym.

[@darionbuck8864]

Custom made morgue

[@nortiz1029]

Let’s play a game. Everyone takes a shot each time he says “custom made” 🥴

[@darionbuck8864]

That's not a game. That's death

[@nicoleraqueno]

This was a really informative video and this made me so excited for the plans I have for the future!! Instantly earned a sub

[@davidkeller3618]

Really cool looking gym with great equipment. I can tell the vibe will be awesome for real training.

[@lucasliberty651]

You should make a playlist for the gym build!

[@shawneehappel9973]

Not sure if you’re already doing this or not but you should totally consider Day Passes being an option for regular lifters who wanna visit your gym when theyre coming from out of state! -South florida boy lol

[@inkonp-Able]

Thank you for sharing this with us. Very informative!!

[@asadhassan509]

I personally have no aspirations of opening a gym but, what I did learn is Youre gonna do something, do it properly and invest in what you believe you’re doing. that being said #GBT

[@celenial6009]

I thought that said lgbt I was like tf for a second lmao

[@jacksondunphey2620]

I want to build a gym that sets the bar high for people that go there: I want it to be tailored to influencers, power lifters and top notch athletes in the realm of mma, hybrid gym with wrestling mats and bags. Similar to pure muscle, but smaller, similar to ufc gyms, but more budgeted. Best equipment, great lighting, a positive atmosphere. Setting the budget at $500,000, realistically could to it a lot less because a majority of the construction of the building I could do myself. Wish me luck boys, life goal to make it happen before I turn 30. Planning on setting up shop in monument, CO

[@kingschuyler3890]

Hell yeah bud, if I'm ever in that area I'd better see your gym

[@jacksondunphey2620]

@@kingschuyler3890 I’ll lyk when it’s open 👌🏻

[@kingschuyler3890]

@@jacksondunphey2620 I'll be there for the grand opening 👑

[@jacksondunphey2620]

@@kingschuyler3890 insta? Gotta send you a dm when I open the doors 🙏🏻

[@Damian-sn3ix]

good luck brah.

[@gus232323]

Dope ass gym ! The black and red combo is badass

[@ajfrere1903]

Awesome video. Keep your dream strong and your spirit stronger.

[@danielan962]

I'd probably stay away from custom made stuff, weights get thrown around, chipped, cracked and need to be replaced; if you have a custom made decal on all of your weights you'd have to order it again with that decal if you want the same aesthetic. Also I heard the most profitable way to have a gym is to fill it with cardio equipment so non-gym regulars have something to do and still pay for their membership but don't attend as often - the average person will never touch a barbell or any equipment associated with a barbell. Not sure about powerlifting gyms and their profitability but I know for commercial gyms they usually invest in cardio areas taking 90% of the gym due to trying to get the "non-exercising" market.

[@vendorkings7939]

Badass looking gym man nice work!

[@Mezmeries]

I wanna take a trip to Houston just to see your gym!! The place looks fucking bad ass!! I have been watching you for years and this just hyped me up!! Congratulations brother.

[@unklenikentertainment2646]

LOVED IT AS ALWAYS!!! Respect King RusSwole!

[@DJSparky252]

Great video man, hope your still at it going strong 💪 be mentally tough!

[@jakegagne3164]

Congrats Russ, very inspirational!!!!

[@Zacharyburlingame09]

Great video. Whole thing was raw keep working !

[@shawnbethge9595]

The place is absolutely beautiful!

[@furezj]

I always wondered why most gyms stop at 100lbs. Very lucky to have a local gym that goes up to 150lbs.

[@tomhardwick6479]

I think you're confusing the phrase "custom made", what you mean is "painted red"

[@88GwillY]

This bad boy is so sick!! If I'm ever in this neck of the woods I'm going to have to stop by for a lift sesh.

[@TFrankIV]

Gym came out dummy 🔥 good work bro got me striving for the same

[@BodaciousBubbles]

loving the content king

[@villalobosstrength6272]

Ayo the real question is how much is the membership gonna be? Do we gotta have a qualifying total to train here?😂

[@mikeg.7083]

From custom vans and Herschel bags to custom gym equipment and your own brand. Love to see it my brotha.

[@prescottosegie]

I'm investing in gym equipment for a home gym good video very Informative keep up the good content

[@MrMountain707]

Brave man! Awesome!

[@stburnermusic]

You did an amazing job on this gym!

[@Hakka佬]

Hey Russ can you do another video on cost of membership and other costs to operate

[@luisnunez6857]

Great vlog as always take care bro.

[@AllPersonalNothingBusiness]

Can't hate on this man. I'm happy for you bruh

[@LMAAAAYOOO]

I might start with a home gym first

[@therealmattchong]

Really difficult time to start up a gym Russ, but best of luck to ya!

[@leothelion634]

Hear me out what if the gym had hella plants and greenery

[@michaelscacciaferro8210]

Gym looks sick. Definitely going to make a trip down to Texas some day to lift here.

[@randyle4520]

So sick bro. Get better today !!

[@Coolbruhjay]

Thanks for the video saving up for mine now

[@estevancarmona2170]

This is crazy congratulations my guy living a dream

[@josequinones9134]

Great job! Thanks for sharing.

[@dalumfitnessph]

You’re an inspiration Russ

[@yer5027]

That sign is dope dude. Then it lights up like man you went big with that one.

[@fundedtraderapp]

looks great. congrats

[@ironisland3.067]

Been intrigued to watch this one.. the gym looks sick 🔥🔥🔥

[@eatdrivelift5548]

Keep hustlin man

[@Egghead1199]

I spent 10 grand on my COVID gym (i ran out of room/ didn’t get ripped off thankfully) so honestly you got a great deal on your equipment considering it’s Arsenal and ghost (especially ghost with their 3k chalk bowl ass)

[@ayush14110]

Took a shot every time Russ said "custom made" currently in the ER

[@raymocandler]

Seems pretty reasonable considering the custom equipment. Congratulations!

[@fuentes661]

You should have a part where it goes outside and it has like a old school gym style with old shit rusty typa equipment for a different vibe

[@whynottrain]

Fantastic video!

[@BulkBrogan.]

I think Alan Thralls videos about gym ownership is a lot more attainable for the more regular working class person took him like 8 years and 3 locations upgrading each time to get to the current gym he's happy with "feels like the gym I imagined" But if you have enough savings evenue to create exactly what you want the first time that's epic too

[@vendorkings7939]

Hey man could I please get the link from ya wherever you bought all your equipment? The setup is fire and want to do something similar!

[@bitzer8722]

Deadlift platforms? Where dey at tho?

[@jamesfaraimo1221]

Wow awesome to see, you can probably double that for NZDs to set gym like this. I'm from New Zealand yet to a gym my city with top range equipment Awesome Crib man! I'll would join, all my hero power lifters I admire use these gears!!!!!!!! Amazing.

[@teflonarmored]

Much respect! ✊🏾

[@saltydaze4273]

I live in Louisiana but man this place is so nice I might have to try and lift here one day

[@Spartanczy5k]

My garage gym cost me around 1.500$ and I'm really happy

[@Thefvkingoat]

Nice

[@薛夏-z9k]

I wish my lil garage is as sick as urs in terms of atmosphere and color designs.

[@flensywallace3743]

Yo Russ you beat me in my first ever powerlifting meet 😂 that’s not the point though. Your growth has been insane keep grinding bro

[@elmercastro6921]

The gym looks great! You got it

[@philipschofield7105]

35k for all that? In canada, in "today" dollars its about 300k. And that doesn't include the free weights, weight sets,flooring, paint/4 Prerelaired.

[@MyManD]

I cam in expecting vague numbers but got actual figures, damn respect man

[@antoniobernal_h]

This is a bit random but was your logo based off of the blue spirit from avatar ?

[@nonkinoth]

Russ, no shot there’s only 1 deadlift set in there right? People about to be fielding for it.

[@Dalvin2k]

You can deadlift anywhere. The whole gym has horse stall mats. But I think he said he has 4 platforms.

[@juanramirez-gd1gb]

Bad ass gym man wish you were in Fort Worth 😭

[@Jacob-ft4ik]

@Juan Ramirez yo yo that’s deadass where I live. The dream is to open a gym in 10 years

[@danielgolan2618]

wish u all the best

[@salamander_sandstone]

Not me wanting to travel across the country and plan a whole vacation just to use this gym

[@ReplayEcho]

I wanna go to this gym one day but im weak as shit right now