Global investment firm Carlyle has announced a financing package of €280 million for Fitness Park, the largest “Full Service Best Price” operator and franchisor of fitness clubs in France. The funds are intended to support Fitness Park’s growth through mergers and acquisitions both in France and internationally, as well as to enhance its customer offerings. The company’s founders will continue to hold a majority ownership, with Future French Champions and Momentum Invest as minority shareholders.
Fitness Park, established over 40 years ago, operates more than 350 clubs across France, Spain, Portugal, and Morocco. It serves 1.3 million members through both affiliate and franchised gyms. The company is known for its “full service best price” model, providing high-quality facilities and equipment with flexible membership options. The demand for affordable gyms is rising in France due to increasing health consciousness.
Otto Alaoui, Managing Director in Carlyle Global Credit, stated: “We are delighted to support Fitness Park in strengthening and expanding on its leading position in fitness club services across France.” Gaëtan Dubuisson, Group CEO of Fitness Park, expressed gratitude for Carlyle’s support which enables further growth through strategic acquisitions.
Carlyle’s Global Credit platform manages $199 billion in assets as of March 31, 2025. This investment is part of Carlyle’s ongoing strategy to partner with family or entrepreneur-owned companies in Europe.
Carlyle is a global investment firm with $453 billion in assets under management as of March 31, 2025. The firm operates through three business segments: Global Private Equity, Global Credit, and Carlyle AlpInvest.
Founded in 2009, Fitness Park offers premium facilities at affordable prices and operates over 350 clubs globally. The company achieved nearly €400 million in revenue for the year 2024.
