9Round Owner Builds Her Own Fitness Community
Empowering others to grow stronger physically and mentally is the core mission of everything we do at 9Round—for Women’s Small Business Month, we’re especially proud to recognize the strong women who are the driving force behind this mission.
9Round is a Champion for Women in Business
Each of our locations are locally and owned and operated by everyday people in your community, and we proud to say that nearly 50 percent of our franchise owners are women.
We know the importance of creating space where women are leaders, role models, and changemakers. Their leadership doesn’t just shape the success of their gyms—it inspires members to push harder, believe in themselves, and discover strength they didn’t know they had.
From building supportive communities to breaking barriers in business ownership, these women prove that empowerment starts with showing up and continues with lifting others along the way.
9Round Owner Builds Her Own Fitness Community
In 2024, Jeannie Win-Gardner set out to create her own fitness community by opening a brand-new 9Round studio in Seattle, WA. But the journey to ownership wasn’t always easy—as the walls of her studio went up, Gardner was faced with many challenges along the way.
She was stepping into her role as a female entrepreneur, learning to balance passion with purpose. Along the way, she carefully studies sales, marketing, and studio operations, while discovering the power of surrounding herself with a talented team who shared her vision and drive.
She was inspired to become a franchise owner to make a meaningful impact—using her business as a way to uplift others and give back to her community. Today, seeing members make small improvements as time goes on is the most rewarding part of her journey.
Surrounded by a strong and passionate 9Round team, Gardner feels a deep sense of pride and gratitude. Together, they’ve turned her vision into reality, building a studio that’s not only successful, but also full of energy, connection, and community.
9Round's Fitness Franchise Opportunity for Women
We believe in the transformative power of fitness—especially for women who want to feel stronger both inside and out. By opening your own 9Round studio in your community, you can join our mission of empowering others through kickboxing fitness. Not only will you lead your gym, but you’ll also make a meaningful, lasting impact on the lives of the people around you.
If you’re curious to learn more about fitness franchising through 9Round, we’d love to get to know you and share more about becoming a studio owner today. You can share your information with us and someone will reach out to help you take the next step in your ownership journey.
