Accountant for Fitness Businesses
Fixed-fee accounting for gyms, Pilates studios, personal trainers and wellness businesses — from £125 + VAT a month, with a dedicated accountant who helps you grow without the expensive mistakes.
Who it's for
Built for fitness businesses that are growing.
Whether you're opening your first studio, hiring instructors or turning a PT side hustle into a limited company, the right accounting support early on saves real money later.
Gyms & strength facilities
Pilates & yoga studios
Personal trainers & coaches
Wellness & therapy businesses
Why us
Why fitness businesses choose us.
Grow without the expensive mistakes
Structure, VAT and payroll set up properly from day one — so growth doesn't come with a surprise tax bill or a compliance headache.
Understand your cash flow
Memberships and class packs bring money in upfront; rent, equipment and wages go out on their own schedule. We help you see the real picture month to month.
VAT, payroll and tax handled
VAT returns, staff payroll, pensions and corporation tax are dealt with on time, so you can stay on the gym floor instead of in the paperwork.
Proactive, not once-a-year
A dedicated accountant who flags things early — tax saving opportunities, threshold changes, cash squeezes — rather than appearing once a year with a bill.
Fitness pricing
Simple monthly packages for your fitness business.
The same fixed fees and inclusions as our standard limited company packages — sign up online in a few minutes.
Fitness Starter
£125 + VAT / month
- Company Accounts
- Corporate tax return
- Director payroll
- Dedicated Accountant for support and queries
- VAT returns: Review & Submit
Fitness Performance
£175 + VAT / month
- Company Accounts
- Corporate tax return
- Director payroll
- Registered office included (1 company; extra companies £10+VAT/month)
- Dedicated Accountant for support and queries
- Payroll up to 5 employees (Monthly)
- Pension regulator compliance
- Pension monthly filings
- Simple tax saving strategies
- VAT returns: Prepare and submit
Fitness Elite
£250 + VAT / month
- Company Accounts
- Corporate tax return
- Director only payroll
- Registered office included (1 company; extra companies £10+VAT/month)
- Dedicated Accountant for support and queries
- Payroll up to 5 employees (Monthly)
- Pension regulator compliance
- Pension monthly filings
- Comprehensive tax planning
- Quarterly business review
- Priority Support
- VAT returns: Prepare and submit
*FreeAgent licence included at no extra cost when used with an eligible NatWest, Royal Bank of Scotland, Ulster Bank or Mettle business account. Mettle-funded FreeAgent requires the applicable account/usage conditions. Optional FreeAgent add-ons may be chargeable. If you bank elsewhere, software is charged separately.
All prices exclude VAT. Sole trader PT or instructor? See our individual packages, or talk it through with us.
Useful reading
Guides for growing fitness businesses.
Fitness business accounting FAQs
Common Questions
How much does an accountant for a fitness business cost?
Our fitness packages are the same fixed monthly fees as our standard limited company packages: Fitness Starter is £125 + VAT a month, Fitness Performance is £175 + VAT a month and Fitness Elite is £250 + VAT a month. You know exactly what you'll pay before you sign up.
I'm a personal trainer — do I need a limited company package?
Not necessarily. Many PTs and instructors start as sole traders, where our individual self assessment packages are usually the right fit. If you trade through a limited company — or you're thinking about incorporating as you grow — these fitness packages are built for you. Book a call and we'll point you at the right one.
When should a gym or studio get an accountant?
Earlier than most owners think. Getting the structure, VAT position and payroll right at the start is far cheaper than unpicking mistakes later — especially once you take on staff, sign a lease or approach the VAT threshold. A short conversation now can save a very expensive fix later.
Do you handle VAT for gyms and fitness studios?
Yes. Fitness Performance and Fitness Elite include preparing and submitting your VAT returns; Fitness Starter includes review and submission. VAT in the fitness sector can be tricky — memberships, classes, PT sessions and retail sales can be treated differently — so getting it reviewed properly matters.
Can you run payroll for my instructors and front-of-house team?
Yes. Payroll for your director is included in every package, and Fitness Performance and Elite include monthly payroll for up to 5 employees plus auto-enrolment pension compliance and filings. Larger teams can be added as an extra.
Which accounting software will I use?
FreeAgent is included where you're eligible through your business bank account. We also work with Xero and other cloud accounting software, so if you're already set up somewhere you can usually stay put.
Can you take over from my current accountant?
Yes — you can switch at any point in the year. We handle professional clearance and collect your records, so there's nothing for you to chase.
Ready to get your fitness business in shape?
Sign up online, or book a call and we'll recommend the right package.