Franchise Opportunity
Own a Premium Wellness Franchise Built for Recurring Revenue
Built by executives who scaled Equinox and SoulCycle nationally — now bringing the same playbook to the recovery and longevity category.
Built by executives who scaled Equinox and SoulCycle nationally — now bringing the same playbook to the recovery and longevity category.
What Is Pause Studio?
Premium Recovery.
Recurring Revenue.
Pause is a membership-based wellness destination where health-conscious consumers come back every week — for cryotherapy, float therapy, infrared sauna, IV drips, red light, and more.
Ten years of proven performance, built on the belief that the body has the ability to heal itself when given the right inputs.
- ✦8 science-backed modalities under one membership roof
- ✦New credit-based system — 5 tiers, flexibly allocated across modalities
- ✦45% of revenue is medical — backed by a national network of doctors
- ✦20 franchised locations open + 5 corporate studios operating
THE LONGEVITY CATEGORY IS GROWING
Own the Future of Wellness
See if you qualify to own a Pause Studio in your market.
$1.85M
Corporate AUV
30%+
4-Wall EbitDa
88%
Gross Margin
*Based on mature corporate studio performance. See Item 19 of our FDD.
Market Opportunity
The longevity market is booming. Pause is built for it.
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U.S. Wellness Spend
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of Consumers Prioritize Wellness
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Longevity Market CAGR
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Location Market Potential
What's New at Pause
A Decade In — and Still Innovating
Pause Lite — Leaner Footprint Model
A new 2,000 sq ft model strips out one modality and brings build cost meaningfully down — with real Item 7 savings and a faster path to cash flow for franchisees looking to enter at a lower initial investment.
Simplified Credit-Based Membership
Five membership tiers now let members flexibly allocate credits across any modality — flotation therapy one day, an IV drip the next. Simplicity that drives stickiness and higher per-visit spend.
Medical Revenue Now 45% — and Growing
Backed by a national footprint of doctors, Pause is expanding into prescriptive longevity services — starting with peptides, with hormone therapy and labs coming next. Medical is no longer a complement; it's a growth engine.
20 Franchised + 5 Corporate — All Open
Unlike newer entrants, Pause has 10 years of real-world operating data behind it. 20 franchised locations and 5 corporate studios are open and running — delivering the proof of performance prospective franchisees can verify.
Why Pause Wins for Franchisees
Low Customer Acquisition Cost
Science-backed positioning, celebrity validation, and consistent press coverage mean members already know and trust Pause before you open your doors.
Eight Revenue Streams Under One Roof
Cryotherapy, float, infrared sauna, IV therapy, and more all under one membership model that drives repeat visits and 88% blended gross margin.
Built to Scale
Tech-forward design, integrated booking, labor light, operationally efficient from the start.
Ten Years of Proven Performance
20 franchised locations open and operating alongside 5 corporate studios — built on a decade of belief that the body heals itself when given the right inputs.
TWO FEATURED BRANDS
Two World-Class Longevity Brands.
One Trusted Advisor.
We represent both Pause Studio and Ultimate Longevity Center — and we mean it when we say you can't go wrong with either. The right fit depends on your capital, your market, and your goals. That's exactly what we help you figure out.
Pause Studio
Ultimate Longevity Center
Not sure which brand is right for you?
As franchise owners ourselves, we've evaluated both — and we'll give you an honest assessment based on your market, capital, and goals. No pressure, no commission agenda.
*Pause figures based on mature corporate studio performance per Item 19 of Pause Studio FDD. ULC investment data sourced from publicly available FDD disclosures. Individual results may vary.
SCIENCE BACKED RECOVERY
8 Revenue-Generating Modalities
High demand from athletes, wellness enthusiasts, and longevity-focused consumers. Medical longevity revenue now represents 45% of total — backed by a national footprint of doctors, with peptides, hormone therapy, and labs expanding.
Whole Body Cryotherapy
3-minute sessions at -200°F. Athletes and biohackers pay top dollar for recovery.
Float Therapy
Sensory deprivation tanks that drive premium memberships and retail upsells.
Infrared Sauna
Private sauna suites with consistent repeat bookings and high member satisfaction.
Cold Plunge / Ice Bath
The fastest-growing recovery modality — lines form before the doors open.
Red Light Therapy
Low-labor, high-margin. Members stack it with other sessions for full protocols.
IV Therapy
Medical longevity revenue makes up 45% of total — backed by a national network of doctors.
Compression Therapy
Quick-turn sessions that fill appointment gaps and boost per-visit revenue.
NAD+ Therapy
Longevity's fastest-growing protocol. Premium price point, high repeat rate.
FRANCHISE QUALIFICATIONS
The Window to Own Your Market Is Open
Here's what it takes to qualify for a Pause Studio franchise.
This Opportunity Is For You If…
Based on mature corporate studio performance. See Item 19 of our FDD.
THE PAUSE LEADERSHIP
Driving Pause with Expertise and Passion
John Klein, CEO
Former SVP of Real Estate & Growth, Equinox
John led the national expansion for Equinox and SoulCycle from 2002 to 2018, scaling to 100+ locations. He's now applying that exact playbook to the longevity category.
Jeff Ono, President
Former Marketing Director, Equinox & Sports Club/LA
Jeff has over 15 years in health, wellness, and hospitality, having served as Marketing Director for iconic brands like Equinox and The Sports Club/LA.
TAKE THE NEXT STEP
Find Out if You Qualify to Own a Pause Studio
This is your direct line to our franchise team. We'll confirm territory availability and walk you through the full investment details.
$1.85M
Corporate AUV
30%+
4-Wall EBITDA
88%
Gross Margin
Based on mature corporate studio performance. See Item 19 of our FDD. Individual results vary.
DON'T MISS YOUR MARKET
The Longevity Category Won't Wait.
Select markets are already claimed. If you're serious about owning your territory, now is the time.
$500K liquid minimum · $1M+ net worth · $60K franchise fee · Total investment $880,600–$1,534,900