Image: Mike Vanden Bosch / Pattison Media / Orange Theory Fitness in Chilliwack has notified its members that it has permanently closed its location on Eagle Landing Parkway. According to an email dated October 3, and sent to Fraser Valley Today by a Chilliwack resident, Orange Theory thanked its Chilliwack members for their patience, but regretted that it could not find a viable solution to keep the studio open. Interestingly, the fitness franchise told members in the email that OTF Canada continues to search for a new franchise owner to step in and relaunch the studio in Chilliwack – at a discount on the normal cost between six and seven figures.

By Mike Vanden Bosch

Orange Theory Fitness in Chilliwack

Chilliwack Orange Theory closes for good; franchise offers to relaunch for fraction of $700K-$1,000,000

Oct 4, 2023 | 5:45 AM

CHILLIWACK — Orange Theory Fitness in Chilliwack has notified its members that it has permanently closed its location on Eagle Landing Parkway.

According to an email dated October 3, and sent to Fraser Valley Today by a Chilliwack resident, Orange Theory thanked its Chilliwack members for their patience, but regretted that it could not find a viable solution to keep the studio open.

“To our valued Chilliwack members, thank you for your patience as we have spent countless hours exhausting all options to keep the studio in Chilliwack open. Unfortunately, despite all our efforts we regret to inform you that OTF Chilliwack will be required to shut down permanently,” the email from Orange Theory read. “Our studio has been the home of countless milestones and we are proud to have delivered More Life to hundreds of members during our time serving our community. While we are saddened by this news, we are happy to share that you can continue your fitness journey with Orange Theory. While all classes will be cancelled at our studio, we would like to encourage you to continue using your membership at the OTF Langley studio.”

It’s not clear how many Chilliwack members of Orange Theory would be willing to commute approximately 45 to 50 minutes to the nearest location in Langley, or why they would given the number of fitness centres and gyms in Chilliwack, unless they were already commuting to Surrey and Langley.

Interestingly, the fitness franchise told members in the email that OTF Canada continues to search for a new franchise owner to step in and relaunch the studio in Chilliwack – at a discount on the normal cost between six and seven figures.

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“A new Orange Theory studio can cost between $700,000 to $1 million to build and open up – this studio could be relaunched for a fraction of that cost. If you as a member or someone you know is interested in what this opportunity looks like, please contact development@orangetheoryfitness.ca…and we will be happy to provide you with details about this amazing business opportunity,” the email stated.

The message concluded with a message of gratitude to the staff and customers who made Orange Theory Fitness possible in Chilliwack.

“Finally, we would like to thank our members and staff who have made the Chilliwack studio such an exceptional community,” Orange Theory wrote. “We have had the chance to to meet many inspiring individuals since our grand opening. The decision to close was a difficult one, but we hope to continue to see you at our neighbouring location. Now more than ever, we cannot stress the importance of maintaining a healthy lifestyle and there is no better way to continue your journey to More Life than with the #1 workout in Canada.”