The curves franchise was first started in Texas in 1992. A young couple opened their first gym and it was an almost immediate success. Following that the couple began opening other gyms. Once it became clear that they could no longer run the multitude of gyms, they began offering franchise opportunities. curves franchise facts state that the first franchises appeared in other areas of Texas within a few years. These first franchises were often started by former gym goers who wanted to bring the same experience to other areas.