Established
2017
Franchise Units
50
Minimum Investment
$175,000
Franchise Fee
$49,500
Total Investment Range
$350,000
Home Based
No
Description
StretchMed is a fast-growing franchise opportunity in the premium wellness and recovery sector, combining science-based assisted stretching with a modern, boutique studio experience. As Americans increasingly prioritize mobility, injury prevention, and long-term physical wellness, StretchMed has positioned itself as a specialized solution that bridges the gap between fitness, physical therapy, and lifestyle health.
StretchMed studios focus on one-on-one assisted stretching sessions delivered by highly trained Flexologists® who help clients improve flexibility, reduce pain, enhance athletic performance, and support post-injury recovery. Unlike traditional gyms or massage concepts, StretchMed offers a highly repeatable, membership-driven business model built around personalized care and measurable results.
Why Invest in This Franchise?
StretchMed offers investors entry into one of the most resilient and fastest-expanding segments of the wellness industry.
• Operates in the high-growth assisted stretch therapy and recovery market
• Recurring monthly membership revenue model
• Non-medical, non-insurance dependent service
• Low staffing complexity compared to traditional fitness centers
• Strong demand from aging populations and active lifestyles
• Scalable unit economics with multi-location potential
• Professional, science-backed brand positioning
• Suitable for owner-operators and semi-absentee ownership
Background
Brand Name: StretchMed
Industry Category: Wellness, Assisted Stretch Therapy, Recovery Services
Established Year: 2017
Franchising Started: 2019
Founders: Wellness and sports performance professionals
Ownership: Privately held
Headquarters: United States
Franchise Active Units: 50+ locations across the USA
StretchMed was founded to make professional assisted stretching accessible, consistent, and results-driven for everyday consumers. The founders recognized a market gap where clients needed flexibility training and mobility support without clinical physical therapy or generalized gym solutions.
By developing a proprietary stretching methodology, standardized training systems, and a boutique studio model, StretchMed gained rapid traction. The brand expanded through franchising to meet national demand, refining operations, branding, and franchisee support systems along the way.
Support Training
StretchMed delivers comprehensive support across every stage of franchise ownership.
Pre-Launch Support
• Site selection and demographic analysis
• Lease review and space planning guidance
• Studio design standards and branding support
• Equipment sourcing and vendor coordination
• Pre-opening marketing and launch strategy
Training Program
• Initial franchisee business and operations training
• Flexologist® certification and hands-on technique training
• Scheduling, CRM, and studio management systems
• Membership sales and client onboarding processes
• Health, safety, and service quality protocols
Marketing & Ongoing Support
• National brand positioning and marketing guidance
• Digital marketing playbooks and local advertising strategies
• Social media content templates
• Lead management and CRM support
• Performance benchmarking and business coaching
• Continuous education and franchisee community access
Ideal Candidate
StretchMed is ideal for entrepreneurs and investors seeking a service-based wellness business with recurring revenue.
Best suited for:
• First-time franchise owners
• Multi-unit franchise operators
• Fitness, wellness, or service-industry professionals
• Corporate professionals transitioning to ownership
• Semi-absentee investors with strong management
Key attributes:
• Strong leadership and people-management skills
• Customer-focused mindset
• Comfort with membership-based sales models
• Financial readiness for long-term growth
• Passion for wellness and preventative health
No prior fitness or medical background is required, as full training and operational systems are provided.
Financial Detail
| Financial Component | Estimated Cost (USD) |
|---|---|
| Initial Franchise Fee | $49,500 |
| Total Investment Range | $175,000 – $350,000 |
| Minimum Liquid Capital Required | $100,000+ |
| Leasehold Improvements & Build-Out | $80,000 – $150,000 |
| Furniture, Fixtures & Equipment | $25,000 – $45,000 |
| Technology & POS Systems | $5,000 – $10,000 |
| Initial Marketing & Grand Opening | $10,000 – $20,000 |
| Pre-Opening Expenses | $5,000 – $10,000 |
| Working Capital (3–6 Months) | $30,000 – $60,000 |
| Royalty Fee | ~6% of Gross Revenue |
| Brand Marketing Fund Contribution | ~2% of Gross Revenue |
| Typical Break-Even Timeline | 12 – 24 Months |
| Revenue Streams | Memberships, Sessions, Packages, Retail Add-Ons |
