Factual data · GO/NO-GO verdict · Financial model calibrated over 48 months
Launching a fitness center in Lyon requires a location with parking, 400-1,200 m² floor space, pro equipment and a mixed offer (weights, cardio, classes, coaching). Investment 180K €-960K € €.
Dominant profile: business · etudiante · touristique
Competitive density: high (dense supply, segmentation required).
Dominant players: independents facing local franchises and national chains.
Positioning recommendation: Competitive positioning required: sector margin is tight, edge comes from operational efficiency.
| Indicator | Year 1 | Year 2 | Year 3 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Year 1 revenue | 300K € → 1.4M € | ×1,18 (ramp-up) | ×1,32 (steady-state) |
| Target net margin | negative to low | 10 % | 16 % |
| Working capital (days of revenue) | 45-60 d | 35-50 d | 30-45 d |
| Cumulative ROI | investment | ~50 % | Payback at 48 months |
These ratios are calibrated on MarketLens sector benchmarks and adjusted by local coefficients of Lyon (cost +20% vs average, income +18% vs average).
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