STRIDE Fitness
- Ownership Requirement
- Semi-Absentee
- Business Type
- Franchise
Boutique Fitness Built On Strength, Cardio, Recovery
STRIDE Fitness pairs Woodway treadmill cardio and strength training with a Recovery Zone that no competitor offers.
Brand overview
STRIDE Fitness is a boutique fitness studio franchise that fuses coach-led treadmill cardio with full-body strength training and a dedicated Recovery Zone featuring red light therapy, Hyperice Normatec compression, and zero-gravity chairs.
Studios run 2,000 to 2,800 square feet with Woodway treadmills, strength equipment, and recovery amenities, with class sizes capped at 12 to 24 members to keep coaching personal and community strong.
CEO Shaun Grove previously served as President of Club Pilates, where he led the brand from 25 to over 700 locations worldwide, and later signed 350+ Rumble Boxing locations. He brings nearly two decades of experience as an attorney, franchisee, franchisor, and executive to STRIDE Fitness.
Availability
We are currently accepting inquiries in these states:
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Why choose STRIDE Fitness
STRIDE owns the recovery category no competitor offers, with red light therapy, Hyperice Normatec compression, and zero-gravity chairs included with every membership.
One program yields three sellable class formats from a single daily schedule, serving every fitness level in a compact, lower-rent footprint.
Coach-led classes capped at 12 to 24 build deep member loyalty and community, turning members into ambassadors and advocates.
A structured, proven support playbook covers every stage from real estate and build-out through grand opening and beyond.
Leadership under CEO Shaun Grove brings a track record of scaling boutique fitness brands from dozens to hundreds of locations.
Investment Requirements
Total investment
$351,050–$708,550
Cash Required
$200,000
Net worth
$500,000
Franchise fee
$60,000
Total units
1
Financing available
Cash, SBA lending, 401(k) retirement rollovers, and partner or investor capital are all common funding paths.
Real estate required
Yes
Training & support
New franchise partners attend a three-day initial intensive at STRIDE Fitness headquarters.
Ongoing training in sales, marketing, recruitment, and operations is delivered in formats that fit how owners learn.
A dedicated real estate team guides site selection and lease negotiation, while construction oversight ensures studios open on brand and on budget.
A proven multi-channel sales system includes structured monthly calls and hands-on guidance from presale through Grand Opening.
Hiring support covers instructors, managers, and sales professionals, with marketing personalized across every channel starting at lease signing.
Ideal candidate
STRIDE Fitness seeks financially prepared owners with a minimum $500,000 net worth, $200,000 liquid capital, and a 680 credit score who are passionate about leadership and fitness.
The brand targets community builders and connectors who trust a proven playbook, stay hands-on through launch, and treat ownership as a relationship business.
No fitness industry experience is required — leadership and people skills are the priority.
The total investment to open a STRIDE Fitness studio ranges from $351,050 to $708,550, with a $60,000 franchise fee. Common funding paths include cash, SBA lending, 401(k) retirement rollovers, and partner or investor capital. If you are ready to explore bringing STRIDE Fitness to your market, the next step is to request the full franchise prospectus and speak with the development team.