From Pilates to health spas: 8 wellness opportunities to invest in now
If you’re looking to invest in the booming wellness industry, you’ve got some smarts.
New wellness products and services are popping up every day, with health, fitness, nutrition, sleep, mindfulness and appearance collectively taking up more of our time than ever before.
The rapidly expanding wellness market is worth 26 per cent more than it was pre-pandemic, according to research by the New Global Wellness Institute.
The US-based not-for-profit organisation estimates the wellness industry to be worth $US6.3 trillion ($10.27 trillion), four times larger than the global pharmaceutical industry at $US1.6 trillion.
A peek through some of the 1497 beauty, health and fitness businesses for sale in Australia right now has revealed a swath of investment opportunities – from gyms to golf, reformer pilates and yoga studios and allied health clinics – to help you (and your loyal clients) put your best foot forward.
Whether you’ve recently qualified and dream of starting your own studio or want to reap the rewards of a fast-growing franchise, kick-start 2025 with a savvy and healthy move you won’t regret.
Here are eight of the best wellness business offerings around Sydney, Byron Bay, Brisbane, and beyond.
1. Health spa in Sydney
Immerse yourself in a thriving health and wellness business in Sydney’s Inner West, primed for growth. It features float therapy, infrared sauna, and massage therapy. The owners are relocating and looking for a new owner-operator or partnership.
The turnkey operation opened in 2022 and has eight years remaining on the lease, with no outgoings. Spread across 277 square metres in a bustling lifestyle precinct with main road exposure, the health spa is said to avoid road noise, creating a tranquil atmosphere for its loyal customer base.
According to the listing, the City Cave business has attracted a Google review score of five stars from some 500 reviews and boasts more than 8000 clients on its database.
2. Renovated yoga studio in Petersham
Formerly home to an award-winning yoga studio and wellness centre, this striking red property in Sydney’s inner south-west, boasts rustic allure and versatility.
The freehold mixed-use opportunity is ready for a new dreamer to take over the space, both commercial and residential spaces, within a 460-square-metre building that includes a renovated studio, two private dwellings, and a dual-level warehouse apartment.
Take advantage of 15 metres of street frontage, with rear lane access for five secure car spaces. It’s a perfect place to live, work and play and benefits from close public transport proximity and potential uplift under the NSW Transport Oriented Development Program (STCA).
3. Fitness centres in Brisbane City and beyond
Snap up a ready-made portfolio of fully managed fitness centres – from boutique gyms to larger facilities with established membership bases – across four locations in South East Queensland.
Long-term leases are in place, with strong marketing support, operational frameworks and prime positioning in their communities.
Buy as a bundle or individually, these gyms aim to deliver results in a dynamic and engaging environment, using a proven training methodology focused on strength, metabolic conditioning and endurance.
4. Golf course in Torquay
Tee off the new year with a life-changing acquisition of The Sands, an 18-hole, award-winning, Stuart Appelby-designed course in Victoria’s surf coast region, uniquely for sale by the receivers.
Set on 76.5 hectares of freehold land, there are 112 newly-renovated resort suites (with sell-down potential), plus extensive amenities, including dining, a health club, an indoor pool, tennis courts and conference facilities.
Located 20 minutes from Geelong and 90 minutes from Melbourne CBD, the property offers future residential development potential (STCA) and includes a 280-bay car park and a strong membership base.
5. Allied health in Glen Iris
Set in a vibrant commercial hub, this prime 65-square-metre retail space boasts excellent exposure and versatility for allied health uses in an affluent suburb in Melbourne’s south-east.
Currently leased to a myotherapy practice on a bustling main road, the property boasts modern amenities, natural light with floor-to-ceiling windows, secure basement parking, plus proximity to public transport and a busy freeway.
Nestled among cafes, health services and boutique retailers, the clinic presents a rare chance to own a high-performing investment with low land tax and strong depreciation benefits.
6. Pilates franchises in NSW, ACT
Tap into the booming Pilates industry with no experience needed at this award-winning brand with 13 studios across NSW, Queensland and the ACT established in 2019.
Muse Pilates, a rapidly growing upscale Pilates franchise, is expanding with new sites opening in NSW (Hornsby, Double Bay, Hills District, Camperdown, Mosman, Port Macquarie, Nelson Bay, Wollongong, Wagga Wagga, Alexandria, Northern Beaches, Hunter Region) and in Canberra (Belconnen).
Studios are decked out with a minimalist design, and state-of-the-art equipment is included. No prior business experience is required to step up and own one of Australia’s fastest-growing franchises, ranking number 71 on Australian Financial Review’s Fast Starter list of 2024, its listing reads.
7. Gym in Fortitude Valley
If you’re looking for a high-quality fitout and you’re ready to leap, consider this high-exposure prime leasing opportunity in Brisbane’s bustling Fortitude Valley.
This 377-square-metre health and wellness tenancy in an A-grade building not only has exceptional exposure to high foot and vehicle traffic, it also boasts excellent ceiling heights and convenient transport access, ready for immediate occupancy.
The only thing weighing on your mind will be how regularly to train, given that you own the joint.
8. Pilates in Byron Bay
Improve your flexibility and core strength by getting your hands on this thriving turnkey boutique reformer Pilates studio in Byron Bay. The sought-after location brings with it a profitable, low-overhead lifestyle business with a loyal client base.
Featuring a bright, earthy design and a welcoming atmosphere, the studio provides tailored classes for all fitness levels, earning glowing reviews on Google and MindBody, according to the listing.
With low rent, steady revenue, and growth potential, this opportunity is perfect for health and fitness enthusiasts looking to step into a successful business with a strong community presence.
