The Viva Leisure story
Viva Leisure was founded in Australia in 2004 by Harry Konstantinou and co-founders and is owned today by Public (ASX: VVA), Viva Leisure Ltd. It is one of 2 Health & Wellness brands in this year's ranking, where it places #1.
Why people trust Viva Leisure
It is still led by its co-founder and had 694,243 members across its network at the end of FY2026.
The watch-out
More of the network's members sit in franchised clubs (418,555) than in its own clubs (275,688), so much of the member experience is delivered by franchisees.
Why Viva Leisure ranks #79
Brand Positioning, scored 74 out of 100.
Brand Recall, scored 66 out of 100.
The WCRC D2C Trust Score gives 80% of the weight to Consumer Trust, Brand Recall, Positioning and Brand Love. Viva Leisure scores 71.36 overall.
Pillar profile
Versus its nearest rivals
Questions people ask
What rank is Viva Leisure in WCRC's Australia & New Zealand's Most Trusted D2C Brands 2026?
Viva Leisure ranks #79 of 100 in WCRC's Australia & New Zealand's Most Trusted D2C Brands 2026, with a WCRC D2C Trust Score of 71.36 out of 100.
Why is Viva Leisure trusted?
It is still led by its co-founder and had 694,243 members across its network at the end of FY2026.
What is Viva Leisure's revenue?
A$237.1M revenue (FY2026, year ended 30 Jun 2026), as per company filings.
Who owns Viva Leisure?
Viva Leisure is owned by Public (ASX: VVA), Viva Leisure Ltd. It was founded in 2004 in Australia and is based in Canberra, ACT, Australia.
What is Viva Leisure's biggest challenge?
More of the network's members sit in franchised clubs (418,555) than in its own clubs (275,688), so much of the member experience is delivered by franchisees.
Key facts
| Brand | Viva Leisure |
|---|---|
| Company / owner | Public (ASX: VVA), Viva Leisure Ltd |
| Headquarters | Canberra, ACT, Australia |
| Founded | 2004 |
| Founder(s) | Harry Konstantinou and co-founders |
| Latest revenue | A$237.1M revenue (FY2026, year ended 30 Jun 2026), as per company filings |
| Sector | Health & Wellness |
| Country of origin | Australia |
Sources
- Annual report and results announcements lodged with the ASX
- Company website, official announcements and press releases
- Published interviews and statements by the founders and leadership
- WCRC Business Intelligence Unit research: consumer ratings and reviews, complaint records, search demand and social data