The Vital Stretch

The Vital Stretch

Franzy VerifiedInformation based on 2026 FDD

Fitness · Yoga, Stretch Studios

Investment min
$113K
Total: $113K–$270.1K
Avg gross revenue
$190.3K
Unit-level, 2026
Franchise fee
$54.5K
Veteran discount available
Royalty
7%
of gross revenue
Locations
20
Franchising since 2022

Description

What is The Vital Stretch?

One-on-one assisted stretching sessions to improve mobility, reduce pain, and aid recovery

If you’re looking at emerging wellness concepts with strong consumer demand and recurring revenue potential, The Vital Stretch is a brand worth paying attention to. They operate in the fast-growing assisted stretching and recovery space — helping people improve mobility, reduce pain, recover faster, and move better through one-on-one practitioner-assisted stretch sessions.

What makes the concept compelling is that it sits at the intersection of several major trends: wellness, active aging, recovery, longevity, and preventative health. The customer base is broad, ranging from athletes and fitness enthusiasts to busy professionals and older adults who simply want to feel better and stay active.

From a business standpoint, it’s a membership-driven model with relatively simple operations, no expensive medical equipment, and strong potential for recurring revenue. The brand is still early enough in its growth curve to offer meaningful territory opportunities, but it’s backed by leadership with a clear vision for scaling the concept nationally.

For candidates looking for a semi-absentee or owner-operator opportunity in a high-growth wellness category, The Vital Stretch presents an opportunity to align with where consumer demand is heading — helping people invest in feeling and functioning better every day.

  • Recovery-focused stretching
  • Practitioner-assisted sessions
  • Athlete mobility support
  • Desk worker tension relief
  • Boutique wellness clientele
  • Lower barrier fitness entry

Location Analysis

Where The Vital Stretch wins

Boutique wellness studios of this type typically cluster in suburban retail centers near complementary fitness, recovery, and health tenants. The appointment-based model favors repeat-visit trade areas rather than dispersed single-unit placement. The concept targets active adults and fitness participants seeking mobility and recovery support, older adults managing stiffness and range-of-motion, athletes and physically active workers, and existing consumers of boutique wellness and recovery services. Suburban and metropolitan trade areas with enough density to sustain a recurring appointment-based membership base are considered suitable, along with households with discretionary spending capacity for ongoing paid wellness memberships. Location requirements include small studio footprint suitable for stretch sessions, retail or mixed-use space with convenient parking and visibility, co-tenancy near fitness and wellness businesses, and access to a labor pool of trainable practitioners. Validate local demand for assisted stretching services and the availability of qualified labor in your specific territory.
Total Locations
21
Franchise units
20
Corporate locations
1
Avg. sq. footage
1000
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Financial Analysis

The numbers behind The Vital Stretch

Avg gross revenue$190,291
Investment range$112,950 – $270,100
Investment midpoint$191,525
Brand fund2%
Royalty7%
Franchise fee$54,500
Min. net worth$300,000
Min. liquid capital$75,000

Veteran discount available

The Vital Stretch participates in a veteran discount program on the franchise fee. Ask your Franzy advisor or the brand for current eligibility and terms.

The Vital Stretch requires an initial investment between $112,950 and $270,100, with a franchise fee of $54,500. Founded in 2019, the brand operates 20 units. Reported gross revenue is $75,724. The studio model centers on one-on-one assisted stretch sessions in small footprint locations, suggesting a labor-dependent service model with appointment-based scheduling. The investment range reflects variability in real estate, buildout, and market-specific costs. The franchise fee represents a fixed component of the total capital requirement. Candidates should evaluate the staffing requirements for trainable stretch practitioners and the recurring membership revenue model that supports this appointment-based wellness service format.
Did you know? The Vital Stretch is a fitness concept in the yoga and stretch studio subsector. The initial investment ranges from $112,950 to $270,100. The franchise fee is $54,500. Founded in 2019, the brand operates 20 units offering assisted stretch sessions in a boutique wellness format.

Financing partners

Vetted partners, tailored to franchisees

Your Franzy advisor can connect you with these partners later in the process — competitive rates, specialized in franchise financing.

FranFund

Lender

CRF USA

Nonprofit SBA lender; provides financing for franchise acquisitions, startups, and expansion.

Lender

First Bank of the Lake

Lender

Pension Pros

Lender

The model

How The Vital Stretch works

01
Ownership
Part-Time (Executive)

Owner stays in an executive role — sets strategy, hires a manager, and oversees crews. Typically 5–20 hr/wk after ramp; many keep their day job.

Full-Time

Owner runs the business as their primary job — leads the team day-to-day on the ground, 40+ hr/wk.

02
Revenue
Recurring revenueTransaction-basedBig-ticket salesService-basedProduct sales (retail)Hybrid model
03
Customer
B2B

Sells to businesses, contractors, or property owners.

B2C

Sells directly to consumers and homeowners.

Mixed

Serves both businesses and consumers.

FDD Item 7

Initial investment range

$113K–$270.1K
Most common
$112,950
Minimum
$191,525
Midpoint
$270,100
Maximum

The investment range midpoint (from range reported on Item 7) is $191,525 and financing can reduce cash-at-close by 80–90%.

FDD Item 19

Average gross sales

Avg
$133K
YOY change (2025 -> 2026)
+151%

According to Item 19 of the Franchise Disclosure Document, The Vital Stretch has an average gross revenue of $190.3K. (Note: This information is based on the latest FDD in our records. Please review the Franchise Disclosure Document (FDD) and confirm this information directly with the brand. We make no claims of accuracy for the information presented.)

Over time

+250% YoY
14 units open as of 2026 FDD+10 in last 12 mo

2026 Franchise Disclosure

FDD documents

Below are items 2, 3, 4, 7, 11 and 19 for The Vital Stretch's 2026 FDD. The complete FDD is delivered to you directly by the franchisor, per the FTC Franchise Rule.

Estimated initial investment
FDD Item 7 · PDF
Financial performance representations
FDD Item 19 · PDF
Members-only items
Executive team
FDD Item 2 · PDF
Litigation
FDD Item 3 · PDF
Bankruptcy
FDD Item 4 · PDF
Franchisor assistance
FDD Item 11 · PDF
Members only
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Buyer FAQs

Frequently asked questions

The initial investment for a The Vital Stretch franchise typically ranges between $112,950.00 and $270,100.00. This includes the franchise fee, equipment, real estate, and other startup costs. To get a detailed breakdown and better understand the financial requirements, we recommend scheduling a call with the Franzy team. We'll walk you through the specifics and answer any questions you might have. For more detailed information, refer to the financial sections of the FDD.

Disclaimer. The information provided on this page is based on the latest Franchise Disclosure Document (FDD) we have on record, which was issued in 2026. This information is for informational purposes only and is not intended to constitute legal, financial, or business advice. We make no guarantees or claims regarding the completeness or accuracy. Only the franchisor can confirm that the information is complete and accurate and we recommend consulting the franchisor directly for the most recent FDD and regarding any questions that you may have about the information provided.

The Vital Stretch
The Vital Stretch
$190.3K avg revenue · 20+ US franchises