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Assisted stretching is a booming wellness trend, and many are eager to enter this space—but most are being funneled into franchise models that come with sky-high costs, rigid requirements, and uncertain profitability.

Let’s break it down:

The Harsh Truth About Stretching Franchises

  • Initial Investment: Most franchises demand $200,000+ upfront, including franchise fees, leasehold improvements, staffing, and equipment.
  • Ongoing Fees: Franchisees are locked into 5–9% royalties, plus mandatory marketing fees.
  • High Overhead: Brick-and-mortar leases, build-outs, and staff salaries create constant pressure just to stay solvent.
  • Long Road to Profitability: Many franchise owners spend months, even years, trying to break even—if they ever do.

Now, here’s the $200,000 secret that current fitness and wellness business owners need to hear:

The Stretch Center Advantage:

A licensing model built specifically for existing health and fitness professionals who already have the space, the clientele, and the industry insight.

Instead of spending $200K+ on a rigid franchise, you can implement the Stretch Center model for less than 10% of that cost—and with far greater flexibility and profit potential.

Low-Cost, High-Return

  • Launch for under $20K with no royalty fees.
  • Keep your profits, scale at your own pace.
  • No need to lease additional space—use as little as 600–800 sq ft in your current facility.

Built for Existing Businesses

  • Ideal for chiropractors, gym owners, physical therapists, massage clinics, and recovery centers.
  • Tap into your existing client base and expand into a proven, in-demand service offering.

Fast Path to Profitability

  • Most Stretch Center partners reach solvency within 8 weeks.
  • Leverage our proven training systems, marketing tools, and business model.
  • Add a high-margin service without the burden of a franchise system.

Brand, Support & Scalability—Without the Strings

  • Use the Stretch Center brand—recognized, professional, and growing.
  • Get ongoing technical training, business coaching, and marketing support.
  • Stay independent—no long-term contracts, royalties, or territory restrictions.

The Bottom Line:

If you’re already in the health and wellness industry, investing in a franchise model for assisted stretching is like buying a brand-new house just to start a home office—you already have the space, the tools, and the clients. You just need the right system.

Stretch Center offers a leaner, smarter, and faster path to profitability—without the bloat and bureaucracy of traditional franchises.

It’s not just an alternative. It’s the next evolution in stretch therapy business models.