America’s Best Franchises (ABF) Brand Insight —
StretchMed does one thing: one-on-one assisted stretching, delivered by certified therapists across 36 proprietary protocols. No equipment floor, no classes, no retail inventory. Studios run 300 to 1,200 square feet with one to four tables, which keeps lease costs low and allows placement in high-rent, high-traffic centers other fitness concepts cannot afford. Revenue is membership-based and recurring. The assisted stretching category has larger national players, so studio-level execution carries the business.
At a Glance
- Liquid Capital Required: $70,000 (readily available cash or cash-equivalent assets — not from borrowing, selling a primary residence, or relying on future income)
- Ownership Model: Owner-operator or manager-run
- Location Type: Retail studio, 300–1,200 sq ft
- Time Commitment: Full-time
- Experience Required: None; wellness or sales background helpful
About StretchMed Franchise
StretchMed was founded by Brian Cook, who previously launched Get In Shape For Women, and began franchising in 2019. The system now runs 38 studios. The corporate team is made up of degreed exercise physiologists with more than 40 years of combined hands-on stretching experience.
Sessions run 25, 40, 55, or 70 minutes and use PNF and static stretching techniques across 36 targeted protocols. The first stretch is free and membership plans start around $80 a month. Every therapist holds a degree or license in an exercise science field plus StretchMed’s CST certification.
Why Own a StretchMed Franchise?
- Membership and package pricing produces recurring revenue rather than transaction-by-transaction sales.
- A 300 to 1,200 square foot studio keeps rent low enough to compete for high-traffic locations larger concepts cannot justify.
- One service means simpler hiring, simpler training, no inventory, and straightforward quality control.
- The 2026 Franchise Disclosure Document reports average gross revenue of $301,873 across the 29 studios operational for all of 2025, with results broken out by tertile.
- Studios scale from one to four tables, so capacity can grow inside the same lease.
- Single-unit, multi-unit, and master license options are available.
Why This Opportunity, Why Now
ABF Market Analysis —
Recovery has become its own category. What used to be an afterthought at the end of a workout now supports standalone businesses — assisted stretching, compression therapy, cryotherapy. The global fitness recovery market is projected to grow from roughly $8.2 billion in 2025 to $24.5 billion by 2035. The customer base has widened well past athletes: 116 million Americans live with chronic pain, and seniors trying to stay mobile and desk workers with postural problems now make up much of the demand.
ABF Timing Insight —
StretchMed has been franchising since 2019 and has grown to 38 studios, which leaves most of the country unassigned. The category is still consolidating — competitors include StretchLab, Stretch Zone, and independent studios — so market position is being established now rather than defended. Single-unit, multi-unit, and master license options are all currently available. For candidates focused on a specific area, the first question is which territories remain open there.
Training & Support
- The Stretch Therapist Training Program certifies staff as StretchMed Certified Stretch Therapists, covering the 36 protocols, anatomy, client assessment, safety, and contraindications.
- Owner training covers studio operations, staff recruitment, member acquisition, customer service standards, business systems, and financial reporting through an online franchise school and operations manual.
- Site selection, studio build-out, and interior design support help owners place and configure a studio within the one-to-four-table format.
- Marketing support includes strategy development, public relations, graphic design, social media content, grand opening support, and referral program materials.
- Ongoing guidance comes through weekly support calls, coaching workshops, an annual convention, and CRM and scheduling technology.
Our Ideal Franchisee Candidate
- Owners drawn to wellness and helping people move better
- Comfortable selling memberships and building a client base
- Able to recruit and retain certified therapists
- Community-minded operators who build local partnerships
- Candidates who follow proven systems closely
Who Is Not A Good Fit
- Candidates who cannot meet the liquid capital requirement without borrowing
- Anyone looking for a fully passive investment
- Owners uncomfortable with membership sales and retention
- People unwilling to sign a commercial lease
- Candidates who prefer a home-based or mobile model
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: Do I need a fitness or healthcare background?
A: No. Training and certification programs prepare owners from other fields. A background in wellness, sales, or management helps but is not required.
Q: Do I have to perform the stretching myself?
A: No. Sessions are delivered by Certified Stretch Therapists. Owners can operate actively or hire a CST-certified manager to run daily operations.
Q: How big is a studio?
A: Between 300 and 1,200 square feet, depending on whether you run one, two, three, or four tables.
Q: What do sessions look like for clients?
A: Sessions run 25, 40, 55, or 70 minutes, one-on-one, typically once or twice a week, using PNF and static stretching techniques.
Q: How important is the leadership team when choosing a franchise?
A: Very important. A proven model matters, but the people leading the brand matter too. During due diligence, spend time with leadership and operations—not just franchise development—and ask how they prioritize franchisee profitability, support, and long-term brand health.
Next Steps
If you are drawn to a small-footprint wellness studio with recurring membership revenue, one service to run rather than many, no inventory to manage, and a recovery category that is still being claimed market by market, StretchMed is worth a direct conversation. Complete the form below to request a qualification review and discuss territory availability for StretchMed.
This profile represents general franchise information. Individual results may vary. Refer to the Franchise Disclosure Document for complete details.