[8] In 2017, Gilchrist and Deutsch entered the United Kingdom with 50 franchises sold—35 of which opened in London, and 15 across Brighton, Bournemouth, Birmingham and Manchester.

[9] Between 2017 and 2018, F45 launched the beginning of its European growth strategy, opening studios in Finland, Switzerland, Czech Republic and Germany.

F45 simultaneously increased its US presence through its Collegiate Program, which entailed a partnership between F45 and U.S. colleges in an effort to permeate the young influential group of individuals.

[10] In the first half of 2019, the fitness franchise secured a deal to open studios in Afghanistan and Iraq, as well as in Kenya and Mauritius in Africa – taking their presence to over 40 countries.

[16] F45, however, has since experienced a number of problems, with gym closures, falling stock prices, employees layoffs as part of its restructuring, and threats of lawsuits from investors.

[21] On August 15, 2023, F45 Training Holdings announced they have delisted from the NYSE after its share price fell by 75% and warnings were issued over its non-compliance on listing standards.

Common equipment includes: mat, resistance band, bench, BOSU balance trainer, exercise ball, kettlebell, dumbbell, medicine ball, sandbag, battle ropes, weights, barbell, exercise bike, indoor rower, sled, and pull-up bars.