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Pause Studio

Industry
Health & Wellness
Number of Open Locations
97
Start-Up Costs
$984,000 to $1,623,000
Part-Time Ownership?
Yes
Item 19 Available?
Yes
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Overview

Pause is a high-end recovery studio offering a premium wellness experience focused on mental and physical recovery. Founded in 2016 and franchising since 2022, Pause provides solutions for stress, sleep, anxiety, immunity, and athletic recovery through advanced recovery treatments. With a growing presence in the $52 billion wellness industry, Pause sets itself apart by offering eight cutting-edge modalities under one roof, including cryotherapy, IV drips, cold plunge, infrared sauna, and float therapy.

Franchise owners benefit from a luxury, low-labor business model with private suites and a streamlined operational system. The part-time ownership model allows franchisees to focus on scaling the business rather than daily operations, with a Studio Manager handling on-site management. Pause provides comprehensive support, cloud-based business tools, and a strong brand presence to help owners optimize profitability and customer engagement.

This franchise is ideal for business-minded entrepreneurs who are passionate about health, wellness, and community engagement. Owners should have strong leadership, sales, and management skills, as well as the ability to build a team and drive local marketing efforts. With a proven, scalable business model, Pause is perfect for those looking to own a luxury wellness studio in a fast-growing industry.

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Quick Facts

Franchising Since
2022
Number of Open Locations
97
HQ Location
Los Angeles, CA
Home Based
No
Financing Available
Yes

Financial Requirements

Liquidity Requirement
$400,000
Net Worth Requirement
$1,000,000
Franchise Fee
$60,000
Veteran Discount Available?
Yes
Start-Up Costs
$984,000 to $1,623,000

Disclosed Financials

Does this franchise disclose financial performance?
Yes
Financial Summary

At this time, this franchise does not have any financial performance information that can be publicly disclosed. However, we understand the importance of financial insights when evaluating a franchise opportunity. Please reach out to us, and we’ll be happy to provide additional details to help you make an informed decision.

Training & Support

Initial Training Provided
Yes
Ongoing Support
Yes
Additional Details

New franchisees begin with a virtual half-day onboarding session after signing their agreement. Five months before opening, they attend Pause University, a five-day, in-person training at headquarters in Los Angeles, covering business operations, sales, marketing, and customer experience.

Two weeks before launch, a Pause launch manager spends five days on-site assisting with staff training and grand opening preparation. Franchisees also receive continuous support in P&L management, cash flow, marketing, operations, and strategic growth through a cloud-based business management system that provides real-time resources and communication tools.

Differentiators

  • Comprehensive Recovery Studio – Pause offers eight premium wellness services under one roof, including cryotherapy, IV drips, cold plunge, infrared sauna, and float therapy, setting it apart from traditional wellness centers.
  • Luxury, Private-Suite Experience – Unlike standard recovery studios, Pause provides a high-end, spa-like atmosphere with private suites for an elevated customer experience.
  • Low-Labor, Part-Time Ownership Model – Franchisees can operate semi-absentee, hiring a Studio Manager to handle daily operations while focusing on growth and marketing.
  • Cutting-Edge Technology & Cloud-Based Support – Franchisees benefit from real-time business insights, financial tracking, and operational guidance through an advanced cloud-based management system.
  • Booming $52 Billion Wellness Industry – With wellness spending growing 6% annually, Pause is positioned as a leader in the fast-expanding self-care and recovery sector, appealing to health-conscious consumers.

Ideal Owner

Allows Part-Time Owners?
Yes
Ideal Candidate Summary

The ideal Pause franchise owner is a business-minded entrepreneur with a passion for health, wellness, and community engagement. While no industry experience is required, successful owners have strong leadership, sales, and management skills and are comfortable building a team and driving local marketing efforts. This opportunity is perfect for investors seeking a semi-absentee model, as owners can hire a Studio Manager to oversee daily operations while focusing on business growth. Ideal candidates should be motivated, customer-focused, and excited about bringing a high-end recovery experience to their market.

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