Within the boutique fitness space, many concepts deliver a workout. Few are built to deliver an experience, and even fewer have built one that is truly distinct and supported by a differentiated brand. Rumble Boxing, the boutique fitness franchise backed by Extraordinary Brands, does just this, occupying a unique space in the market. More than a gym, Rumble delivers a premium boxing and strength workout set inside a high-energy, music-driven atmosphere. While this model stands out among members, it's also the baseline for a powerful franchise investment opportunity that was ranked first in its category by Entrepreneur for 2026. Now, with the leadership of Brand President Andy Stern, Rumble is entering a new era of intentional growth, focused on the small details that have driven Rumble to become a global movement.
“Before Rumble opened its first studio in 2017, I joined as the first hire outside the founding team and helped create the brand,” Stern said. “I began as general manager of the original 23rd Street studio in New York City, building the program, operations, and team behind the experience. As the brand scaled, my focus shifted to talent and programming to ensure that experience translated as Rumble grew.”
For the consumer, the Rumble cool factor is undeniable. The brand has a history of celebrity association, and the allure of a dark room with curated playlists makes Rumble stand out. Rumble pairs an unbeatable training experience with emotional intelligence, giving members a place to channel life’s stressors into meaningful results. That unique combination has driven strong brand affinity and established Rumble as a standout in the boutique fitness category.
“You can find great workouts anywhere,” Stern said. “What gives Rumble its ‘cool factor’ is how it makes people feel. The name and logo alone evoke an emotion, and from the moment you walk in, the experience is built around creating moments that foster connection, energy, and belonging beyond the workout itself.”
The Rumble atmosphere is built on a balance of education and motivation. The goal isn’t just to entertain, it’s to teach.
“My core training principle, even before Rumble, has always been simple by design, challenging by execution,” Stern said.
That philosophy became the foundation of Rumble’s programming, creating classes where members with 400, 500, or even 600 classes train alongside newcomers just starting their journey.
Workouts and playlists are built internally and shared across studios to maintain consistency and quality as the brand scales. And as Rumble has evolved, so has the product. New class formats, including Straight Up Boxing, which introduces more advanced boxing skills and drills; Rumble Strong, a low-impact, strength-only option; and Versus, a cardio and conditioning-focused format, have expanded the experience while staying true to the core.
“Your first product shouldn’t be your last,” Stern said. “The best brands mature over time. They evolve to continue providing value and variety for their members.”
Rumble is further differentiated by its “Release It” philosophy, a clearly defined experience principle that sets the brand apart in the category. While most fitness studios encourage members to leave stress at the door, Rumble invites them to bring it into the room and use it as fuel. This approach creates a consistent emotional payoff for members, driving stronger connection, repeat visits, and long-term loyalty across studios.
By embracing this approach at all levels, Rumble not only welcomes members to come as they are but sets the stage for meaningful connections to be made.
“I learned firsthand on that stage that vulnerability is a strength,” Stern said. “At the very start of Rumble, my mom was diagnosed with pancreatic cancer. I spent many nights in the hospital with her, sometimes until two, three, four in the morning, then waking up to deliver the Rumble experience to 60 New Yorkers.”
“I was emotionally and physically exhausted,” he continued. “I remember one day, during the cooldown after a long night at the hospital, I opened up about what I was going through. The response was immediate. People shared their own stories, why they came to Rumble, what they were carrying, and what they needed to release.”
“That moment changed how I understood this work,” Stern said. “It became clear that what people release here matters far more than a visible six-pack or bigger biceps. They bring in doubt, anxiety, and fear, and they leave lighter. Not because life suddenly gets easier, but because they don’t have to carry it alone.”
For prospective franchisees, it’s clear why members love Rumble, and just as important, how the experience is clearly defined and supported for owners to deliver. Maintaining the atmosphere and executing on the experience members expect is essential, and as Rumble grows, the brand is seeking operators who are ready to uphold that standard in their local market.
With the backing of Extraordinary Brands, Stern is focused on equipping franchise owners with the systems, training, and tools needed to consistently execute the Rumble experience.
“We’re looking for people who love the craft of the experience,” Stern said. “The business itself is straightforward, but in a competitive fitness landscape, how you show up for your members and your community is what sets great studios apart. It takes intention, consistency, and care.”
“We’ll give you the framework,” Stern said. “But it’s the local team that creates the moments and feelings that make Rumble special. That’s where the magic lives.”
Stern remains closely connected to the product, still teaching multiple classes a week and staying grounded in the in-studio experience, ensuring that standards remain clear and attainable for owners across the system.
“For me, the details are the product,” he said. “The songs we play, the punches we’re throwing, and the retail we’re selling. We don’t miss. From the greeting at the door to the final Rumble Round, where members feel invincible, every moment is designed to build trust and elevate the brand in the market.”
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Driven by a brand president who is consistently in the studio himself, the boxing franchise brings a cool factor and attention to detail that stands out with members and franchisees alike.
Within the boutique fitness space, many concepts deliver a workout. Few are built to deliver an experience, and even fewer have built one that is truly distinct and supported by a differentiated brand. Rumble Boxing, the boutique fitness franchise backed by Extraordinary Brands, does just this, occupying a unique space in the market. More than a gym, Rumble delivers a premium boxing and strength workout set inside a high-energy, music-driven atmosphere. While this model stands out among members, it's also the baseline for a powerful franchise investment opportunity that was ranked first in its category by Entrepreneur for 2026. Now, with the leadership of Brand President Andy Stern, Rumble is entering a new era of intentional growth, focused on the small details that have driven Rumble to become a global movement.
“Before Rumble opened its first studio in 2017, I joined as the first hire outside the founding team and helped create the brand,” Stern said. “I began as general manager of the original 23rd Street studio in New York City, building the program, operations, and team behind the experience. As the brand scaled, my focus shifted to talent and programming to ensure that experience translated as Rumble grew.”
For the consumer, the Rumble cool factor is undeniable. The brand has a history of celebrity association, and the allure of a dark room with curated playlists makes Rumble stand out. Rumble pairs an unbeatable training experience with emotional intelligence, giving members a place to channel life’s stressors into meaningful results. That unique combination has driven strong brand affinity and established Rumble as a standout in the boutique fitness category.
“You can find great workouts anywhere,” Stern said. “What gives Rumble its ‘cool factor’ is how it makes people feel. The name and logo alone evoke an emotion, and from the moment you walk in, the experience is built around creating moments that foster connection, energy, and belonging beyond the workout itself.”
The Rumble atmosphere is built on a balance of education and motivation. The goal isn’t just to entertain, it’s to teach.
“My core training principle, even before Rumble, has always been simple by design, challenging by execution,” Stern said.
That philosophy became the foundation of Rumble’s programming, creating classes where members with 400, 500, or even 600 classes train alongside newcomers just starting their journey.
Workouts and playlists are built internally and shared across studios to maintain consistency and quality as the brand scales. And as Rumble has evolved, so has the product. New class formats, including Straight Up Boxing, which introduces more advanced boxing skills and drills; Rumble Strong, a low-impact, strength-only option; and Versus, a cardio and conditioning-focused format, have expanded the experience while staying true to the core.
“Your first product shouldn’t be your last,” Stern said. “The best brands mature over time. They evolve to continue providing value and variety for their members.”
Rumble is further differentiated by its “Release It” philosophy, a clearly defined experience principle that sets the brand apart in the category. While most fitness studios encourage members to leave stress at the door, Rumble invites them to bring it into the room and use it as fuel. This approach creates a consistent emotional payoff for members, driving stronger connection, repeat visits, and long-term loyalty across studios.
By embracing this approach at all levels, Rumble not only welcomes members to come as they are but sets the stage for meaningful connections to be made.
“I learned firsthand on that stage that vulnerability is a strength,” Stern said. “At the very start of Rumble, my mom was diagnosed with pancreatic cancer. I spent many nights in the hospital with her, sometimes until two, three, four in the morning, then waking up to deliver the Rumble experience to 60 New Yorkers.”
“I was emotionally and physically exhausted,” he continued. “I remember one day, during the cooldown after a long night at the hospital, I opened up about what I was going through. The response was immediate. People shared their own stories, why they came to Rumble, what they were carrying, and what they needed to release.”
“That moment changed how I understood this work,” Stern said. “It became clear that what people release here matters far more than a visible six-pack or bigger biceps. They bring in doubt, anxiety, and fear, and they leave lighter. Not because life suddenly gets easier, but because they don’t have to carry it alone.”
For prospective franchisees, it’s clear why members love Rumble, and just as important, how the experience is clearly defined and supported for owners to deliver. Maintaining the atmosphere and executing on the experience members expect is essential, and as Rumble grows, the brand is seeking operators who are ready to uphold that standard in their local market.
With the backing of Extraordinary Brands, Stern is focused on equipping franchise owners with the systems, training, and tools needed to consistently execute the Rumble experience.
“We’re looking for people who love the craft of the experience,” Stern said. “The business itself is straightforward, but in a competitive fitness landscape, how you show up for your members and your community is what sets great studios apart. It takes intention, consistency, and care.”
“We’ll give you the framework,” Stern said. “But it’s the local team that creates the moments and feelings that make Rumble special. That’s where the magic lives.”
Stern remains closely connected to the product, still teaching multiple classes a week and staying grounded in the in-studio experience, ensuring that standards remain clear and attainable for owners across the system.
“For me, the details are the product,” he said. “The songs we play, the punches we’re throwing, and the retail we’re selling. We don’t miss. From the greeting at the door to the final Rumble Round, where members feel invincible, every moment is designed to build trust and elevate the brand in the market.”
To find out more information on costs to buy this franchise, please visit https://1851franchise.com/extraordinary-brands.
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