Gym Equipment Quotation: Prices and Full Budget Guide 2026
Opening a gym, a coaching studio or a cross-training box, or fitting out a floor for a hotel, a company or a public authority? This guide sets out the equipment budgets actually observed by project type, the cost of each line item, three preconfigured packages and the financing routes available, so that you can frame your project before you speak to anyone.
In brief
Allow 15,000 to 35,000 EUR excluding VAT for a coaching studio of 50 to 100 sqm, 30,000 to 70,000 EUR excluding VAT for a box of 150 to 300 sqm, and 50,000 to 120,000 EUR excluding VAT for a gym of 200 to 400 sqm. These figures cover equipment only: machines, flooring and accessories. They exclude the premises, building works, reception furniture and changing rooms. Flooring is usually a modest share of the total, yet it determines how long everything laid on it survives.
1. Equipment budget by project type
These ranges cover fitness equipment alone: machines, sports flooring and accessories. They do not include the premises, the fit-out works, reception furniture or changing rooms.
| Project type | Floor area | Equipment budget | Simultaneous capacity |
|---|---|---|---|
| Coaching studio, personal trainer | 50 to 100 sqm | 15,000 to 35,000 EUR excluding VAT | 5 to 10 people |
| Cross-training box | 150 to 300 sqm | 30,000 to 70,000 EUR excluding VAT | 15 to 25 people |
| Mid-sized gym | 200 to 400 sqm | 50,000 to 120,000 EUR excluding VAT | 30 to 60 people |
| Full fitness club | 500 to 1,000 sqm | 120,000 to 300,000 EUR excluding VAT | 80 to 150 people |
| Hotel or residential gym | 30 to 80 sqm | 12,000 to 40,000 EUR excluding VAT | 5 to 15 people |
| Corporate gym | 50 to 150 sqm | 20,000 to 60,000 EUR excluding VAT | 10 to 30 people |
| Outdoor fitness park | 100 to 500 sqm | 25,000 to 100,000 EUR excluding VAT | 10 to 50 people |
2. Cost by line item
Selectorised strength machines
| Equipment | Entry level | Mid range | Premium |
|---|---|---|---|
| Leg press | 1,500 EUR | 2,500 EUR | 4,000 EUR and above |
| Chest press | 1,200 EUR | 2,200 EUR | 3,500 EUR and above |
| Lat pulldown | 1,200 EUR | 2,000 EUR | 3,500 EUR and above |
| Leg curl / leg extension | 1,000 EUR | 1,800 EUR | 3,000 EUR and above |
| Complete multi-station | 2,500 EUR | 5,000 EUR | 10,000 EUR and above |
All figures exclude VAT. See the full professional strength machine range to compare selectorised, plate-loaded and bench options.
Cardio
| Equipment | Entry level | Professional | Premium |
|---|---|---|---|
| Treadmill | 2,000 EUR | 4,000 EUR | 8,000 EUR and above |
| Upright bike | 800 EUR | 1,500 EUR | 3,000 EUR and above |
| Cross trainer | 1,200 EUR | 2,500 EUR | 5,000 EUR and above |
| Rowing machine | 800 EUR | 1,500 EUR | 3,000 EUR and above |
| Indoor cycling bike | 600 EUR | 1,200 EUR | 2,500 EUR and above |
All figures exclude VAT. Compare models across the professional cardio range.
Sports flooring
Catalogue prices, excluding VAT and excluding installation.
| Type | Price per sqm excluding VAT | Use |
|---|---|---|
| Rubber tile 10 mm | 17 EUR | Circulation routes, light-duty zones |
| Rubber tile 15 mm | 22 to 27 EUR | Cardio, lighter machines |
| Rubber tile 20 mm | 26 to 35 EUR | Selectorised strength, standard floor |
| Rubber tile 20 mm, fire rated | 42 to 49 EUR | Public-access buildings (Cfl-s1, Bfl-s1) |
| Rubber tile 25 mm | 32 to 45 EUR | Free weights, multipurpose zones |
| Rubber tile 40 to 42 mm | 38.50 to 64 EUR | Drop zone, weightlifting, according to fire class |
| Rubber tile 50 to 60 mm | 65 to 78 EUR | Severe impact, outdoor critical fall height |
| Puzzle tatami | 17 to 45 EUR | Martial arts, mobility, floor work |
| Rubber and artificial turf | 49 to 79 EUR | Sled lane, functional zone |
Browse the rubber gym flooring range to match thickness to zone.
Where saving money costs the most
On a 200 sqm gym, the floor represents a few thousand euros against a machine inventory running into tens of thousands. Yet it is the floor that absorbs vibration and impact before either reaches the equipment or the building. Zoning the floor properly, with 15 mm in cardio, 20 mm in strength and 40 mm in the drop zone, costs roughly 30 percent less than a single thickness everywhere, and protects better where protection is actually needed.
Cages, racks and structures
| Type | Budget excluding VAT |
|---|---|
| Half rack | 800 to 2,000 EUR |
| Four-post squat cage | 1,500 to 4,000 EUR |
| Cross-training rig, 4 to 6 stations | 5,000 to 15,000 EUR |
| Cross-training rig, 10 stations and above | 15,000 to 40,000 EUR |
| Outdoor street workout cage | 5,000 to 30,000 EUR |
3. Turnkey packages
Three preconfigured setups to frame a project quickly. The amounts are indicative for the configuration described. Every package is adapted to the real floor area, the equipment tier and the fire classification required for the building.
Coaching Studio package, from 15,000 EUR excluding VAT
For personal trainers and independent coaches, 50 to 80 sqm.
- One functional multi-station cage
- One professional adjustable bench
- Dumbbell set from 2 to 30 kg
- One professional treadmill
- One indoor cycling bike
- 50 sqm of 20 mm tiles
- Accessories: kettlebells, resistance bands, medicine balls
Cross-Training Box package, from 45,000 EUR excluding VAT
For boxes and strength and conditioning facilities, 150 to 250 sqm.
- Modular rig, 6 to 8 stations
- Six olympic bars and bumper plates
- Air rower and assault bike
- 150 sqm of 25 mm rubber tiles, with the drop zone reinforced to 40 mm
- 10 m artificial turf lane
- Full accessory set: boxes, ropes, rings
Complete Gym package, from 80,000 EUR excluding VAT
For fitness clubs of 250 to 400 sqm.
- Eight selectorised strength machines
- Complete free weight zone
- Five cardio stations: treadmills, bikes, cross trainer, rower
- Multifunction cage
- 250 sqm of sports flooring, zoned by use
- Storage and accessories
4. Financing routes
Leasing and finance rental
Spreading the investment over 24 to 60 months allows a facility to open without tying up working capital. As an order of magnitude, equipment worth 50,000 EUR financed over 60 months represents a monthly payment in the region of 900 to 1,100 EUR, depending on the lender, the term, the deposit and whether a purchase option is included.
Business lending
Banks routinely finance gym equipment. Terms depend on your profile, your contribution and market conditions at the time, and are negotiated case by case on the strength of a solid financial forecast.
Public funding
Projects led by a municipality, a public authority or a not-for-profit association can frequently draw on public support for sports facilities. The available schemes are national and regional, and they differ from one country to another, so the applicable programmes should be checked with the relevant national sports authority and regional administration before budgeting for them. Where a site qualifies as rural, European rural development funding may also apply. We supply the technical documentation and standards certificates required to assemble an application file.
5. How the quotation is built
| Stage | What you provide | What you receive |
|---|---|---|
| 1. Your enquiry | Available floor area, project type, target budget, specific constraints | Acknowledgement and an initial scoping conversation |
| 2. Tailored study | A dimensioned plan if you have one, and the fire and public-access status of the building | Recommended equipment list, 2D and 3D layout plan, detailed quotation |
| 3. Review and adjustment | Your priorities and trade-offs | Brand and tier selection, budget optimisation, delivery schedule |
| 4. Delivery and installation | Site access and a delivery slot | Delivery, optional installation, handover and after-sales support |
Delivery terms, lead times and installation arrangements depend on the destination country and are confirmed in writing with each proposal.
6. Frequently asked questions
What is the minimum budget to open a gym?
Allow at least 15,000 EUR excluding VAT for a studio or coaching space of 50 to 80 sqm with basic equipment. For a gym of 200 sqm and above, budget at least 50,000 EUR excluding VAT for equipment, excluding premises, works and changing rooms.
Is the quotation free?
Yes, free and without obligation. It includes a 3D layout plan of your future space, prepared from your floor area and your intended zones.
What are the lead times?
Lead times differ between stocked references and special orders, custom colours and bespoke fabrication, and they also depend on the destination country. Both are stated in the quotation.
Do you offer installation?
Yes. The price depends on distance, volume and site access constraints, and it is quoted as a separate line so that you can make your own trade-off.
Can payment be spread?
Yes. Payment facilities are available, and we can point you towards leasing or finance rental arrangements suited to your structure.
Do you manufacture bespoke equipment?
Yes, particularly for CrossFit cages, outdoor steel and stainless steel structures, and specific fit-outs. Manufacturing takes place in our own workshop: describe the project and we will assess feasibility.
What share of the budget should go to the floor?
The floor is usually a modest share of the equipment budget, but it determines the service life of everything laid on it. The method is to zone: a thin thickness in cardio, standard in strength, reinforced in the drop zone. Proper zoning costs less than a single thickness applied everywhere.
Why work with Light In Fitness
- A single point of contact for equipment, flooring, installation and after-sales, from quotation to commissioning.
- Manufacturer and distributor, with an in-house range manufactured in our own workshop and twelve professional brands distributed.
- 3D layout included, so the plan is validated before the order rather than after delivery.
- Warranties and spare parts, with terms depending on the range and spare parts available.
- Stock held in France, which shortens lead times on common references.
- Standards documentation: fire classification certificates and EN conformity documents supplied for the relevant ranges, usable in a public-building file or a tender specification.
Light In Fitness has been a B2B manufacturer and distributor of professional fitness equipment since 2013, with more than 500 facilities equipped: clubs, CrossFit boxes, hotels, care homes, public authorities and military sites.
Get your quotation
Describe your project: floor area, project type and target budget. You will receive an equipment list, a 3D layout plan and a detailed costing, with no obligation. Start on the quote request page.
Note on prices: the ranges by line item are orders of magnitude observed on our projects; flooring prices are the published catalogue prices, excluding VAT and excluding installation, as at 27 July 2026. Only the quotation is binding.
Réalisations documentées
- Cage street workout ultime, Carcassonne – armee francaise
- Cage street workout ultime, Tahiti – armee francaise, Polynesie
- Cage SP Max, centre EPIDE de Combree – etablissement public d insertion
- Cage SP Max, lycee Saint-Benigne de Dijon – etablissement scolaire
Sources et références
- Arrêté du 19 avril 2011 – étiquetage des produits de construction ou de revêtement de mur ou de sol sur leurs émissions de polluants volatils (Légifrance)
- Ministère de la Transition écologique – étiquetage des produits de construction : classes d’émission A+ à C
