The Shoe Sanitization Machine Built for Fitness and Sports Venues
If your members wear the same athletic shoes every session, those shoes are accumulating bacteria, fungi, and odor between visits. Freshtrax eliminates it in 90 seconds, without a single staff member.
90s
Full cycle
4-Stage
Sanitization process
91-95%
Bioburden reduction*
0
Staff required
*Torres-Teran et al., 2023, ICHE
The Technology
Four Stages. One 90-Second Cycle.
Every stage targets a different threat. Together they eliminate odor, bacteria, fungi, and moisture from the inside out. See the full science →
UVC Light
Steel rods emit UV-C light at 250-270nm, disrupting microbial DNA and RNA to deactivate bacteria, fungi, viruses, and biofilm on contact.
Clinical Evidence
Torres-Teran et al., 2023 (ICHE): 91-95% bioburden reduction.
Ozone
Generated at the top of the chamber, ozone circulates throughout the shoe interior, reaching every seam, lace, and insole pocket, breaking down odor molecules at the molecular level.
Clinical Evidence
Gupta & Simkovich, 2022 (JAPMA): effective against dermatophytes responsible for athlete's foot.
Antimicrobial Vapor
Dispersed through vents in the steel rods, the vapor penetrates fabric fibers and internal surfaces, reaching areas UV and ozone alone can't access, and leaves shoes with a fresh scent.
Clinical Evidence
Safe formulation that complements UVC, ozone, and heat.
Heat
Heat kicks in at the last stage. A gentle heat cycle dries the inside of the shoe, eliminating residual moisture: the primary fuel for odor and bacterial growth.
Clinical Evidence
Thermal drying removes the moisture environment that bacteria and fungi depend on.
Venue Fit
Which Venues Get the Most from a Shoe Sanitization Machine
The common factor: members wear dedicated athletic footwear for extended sessions and their feet sweat in those shoes. That sweat is what feeds bacteria and drives odor over time.
Pickleball Clubs
Members play in court shoes for 1 to 2 hours at a time, multiple times per week. Enclosed venues, high-frequency players, and a hygiene-conscious demographic make this the highest-fit placement type.
Gyms & Fitness Studios
Members spend 45 to 90 minutes in enclosed training shoes on treadmills, weight floors, and functional training areas. High-rep, high-sweat sessions build up bacteria and odor fast.
Badminton & Squash Centers
Regulars return weekly with the same pair of court shoes. Our pilot Freshtrax deployment was at a badminton facility, and members adopted it within the first week with zero staff push.
Indoor Tennis Centers
Players invest in dedicated court shoes worn for long rallies and lateral movement. A 90-second sanitization cycle fits naturally into the pre- or post-court routine.
Indoor Soccer Facilities
Turf shoes worn during intense, high-sweat matches accumulate bacteria quickly. With players rotating through multiple sessions per week, turnover is high and the need is consistent.
Volleyball Clubs
Indoor volleyball players wear specialized court shoes for every session. High lateral movement means elevated sweat and rapid bacteria buildup between visits.
Basketball Courts
Whether recreational leagues or dedicated training facilities, basketball players log serious time in enclosed, high-sweat footwear, often multiple sessions per week.
Handball Courts
Fast-paced, court-shoe-dependent sport with a dedicated regular player base. Shared court environments make shoe hygiene a genuine concern.
Dodgeball & Court Sports Leagues
Recreational leagues with regular weekly players in dedicated footwear, often underserved on facility hygiene amenities. Freshtrax is a visible differentiator.
Bouldering & Climbing Gyms
Climbing shoes are notorious for odor due to the combination of sweat, enclosed fit, and rubber materials. Members are gear-conscious and already spend on performance equipment.
Not sure if your venue is the right fit? Book a 30-minute call and we'll give you a straight answer.
Machine Specs
Built for Commercial Venues
No plumbing. No installation.
Plug into a standard 110V outlet and it's ready to go.
Ownership
Own a Machine at Your Venue
The most common path: you purchase a Freshtrax kiosk and place it in your own facility or a partner venue. Your members pay per use. Revenue accrues to you without adding a single staff hour.
If you're a venue owner who wants a kiosk without purchasing equipment upfront, we offer a limited venue partnership model for high-traffic locations. That conversation starts with a 30-minute call.
First 20 Owners
Founding slots close permanently once filled.
Freshtrax
Leave your mark,
not your smell.
FAQ
Common Questions
Everything you need to know before booking a call.
Spray stations require staff and leave chemical residue. UV cabinets typically take 10 to 30 minutes and only treat the exterior. Freshtrax treats the inside of the shoe, where bacteria and odor actually live, in under 90 seconds with no staff involvement.
Yes. The UVC and ozone combination targets the dermatophytes responsible for tinea pedis (athlete's foot) and onychomycosis (nail fungus), based on peer-reviewed clinical research. Freshtrax is working toward full FDA classification.
The kiosk stands 71" tall with a 28.5" × 26.5" footprint and sits on casters for easy repositioning. It's designed to sit near entryways, locker room corridors, or beside shoe racks. We'll confirm placement on the call.
Upkeep is light. About once a month, the owner spends roughly 20 minutes refilling the antimicrobial vapor and wiping down the kiosk. Freshtrax supplies the vapor, and your remote monitoring dashboard sends real-time alerts if anything needs attention.
6 to 7 months from order confirmation. The machine is built to order, not off-the-shelf. That lead time isn't wasted: Freshtrax works with you during that window to identify and secure your venue placement so you're ready to generate revenue from day one.
Ready to Bring Freshtrax to Your Venue?
It takes 30 minutes to find out if your venue is the right fit, and whether ownership or a venue partnership makes more sense for you.