Description
Pause Studio is a modern wellness and recovery spa offering eight revenue streams through seven cutting-edge modalities—Cryotherapy, IV Drips, Cold Plunge, Float Therapy, LED Light Therapy, Infrared Sauna, and Normatec Compression Sleeves—plus a curated retail experience. Designed for today’s fast-paced world, Pause combines advanced recovery technology with luxury-inspired aesthetics to deliver a premium, one-stop wellness experience.
Built on a low-labor, high-margin model, Pause Studio is ideal for part-time owner-operators seeking a recession-resistant business with strong recurring revenue through memberships. With high-end design, elevated customer service, and multiple passive revenue streams, Pause Studio offers franchisees a scalable opportunity to lead in the growing wellness economy. Life never slows down—but there is a Pause.
Background
Established: 2016
First Unit Franchised: 2022
Franchise Units Awarded: 101
Company Owned Units: 5
Currently registered in all states except CA, HI, MD, MN, NY, SD, RI, WA
CA- High net-worth exemption only.
Canada Franchises: No
International Franchises: No
Support Training
Financial Assistance Provided: No
Site Selection Assistance: Yes
Lease Negotiation Assistance: Yes
Recruiting Assistance: Yes
Cooperative Advertising: No
CORPORATE SUPPORT:
- Brand Guide
- Marketing Asset Library
- Digital & Local Marketing Strategy Playbook
- Operations Manual
- Reputation Management
- Retail & Merchandising Strategy
- Business KPI Insights & Management
- Weekly/Monthly Check Ins
- Continuing Education
- Vendor Guide
TRAINING:
-5 days at Pause University
-2 weeks out from grand opening, Pause will send a launch manager to spend 5 days with the franchisee at their location
Ideal Candidate
Our Ideal Franchise Owner:
Most owners will devote most of their time running and managing the business which is why a strong management background is emphasized. They must love people and be able to provide above and beyond customer service. We are also looking for the following characteristics:
- Part-Time Ownership
- Management and leadership experience
- Understands sales and logistics
- Ability to recruit and hire studio staff (Studio Manager and Studio Associates)
- Strong values and business acumen
- Motivated, driven, and process oriented
- Passionate about providing excellent customer service
- Outgoing, friendly and community focused
- Owners looking to scale their business while working on the business, rather than in the business
- Willingness to follow the blueprint of a proven business model
Financial Detail
Liquidity Required: $400,000
Total Investment: $880,600-$1,549,900
Minimum Net Worth: $1,000,000
Royalty: 7%
Ad: 1%
Item 19: Yes
Location Size: 2,600-3,000 sq ft
Average Number of Employees: 4
Visa Candidates: Yes
Passive Ownership: No
Home-Based: No
B2B: No
Master Franchise Opportunities: No
Veteran Discount: Yes, $5,000 off of the first license
Franchise Fee:
$60,000 - 1 unit
$110,000 - 2 units
$135,000 - 3 units
$180,000 - 4 units
$225,000 - 5 units
$240,000 - 6 units
$280,000 - 7 units
$320,000 - 8 units
$360,000 - 9 units
10+units: $35,000 apiece
