# StretchLab Franchise

> StretchLab is the original and largest one-on-one assisted stretching franchise, built on the simple bet that flexibility deserves its own studio. Trained specialists called Flexologists guide members through customized stretch sessions using techniques like PNF, supported by 3D body-scan technology (MAPS) and recovery tools such as NormaTec compression. Founded in Venice, California in 2015 and now owned by Xponential Fitness, StretchLab became the first assisted stretching brand to surpass 500 studios in North America.

- **Founded:** 2015
- **Headquarters:** Irvine, California, United States
- **Founders:** Anthony Geisler (Founder & CEO of Xponential Fitness (StretchLab parent))
- **Team size:** ~2,300 (brand-associated employees); 500+ studios system-wide
- **Products:** One-on-One Assisted Stretching, Group Stretch Classes, MAPS Body Scan, NormaTec Compression, Flexologist Training Program (FTP)
- **Notable:** First and largest one-on-one assisted stretching franchise in the world., First assisted stretching franchise to reach 500 open studios in North America (October 2024)., Signed its 250th franchise agreement by October 2019, then surpassed 500 signed agreements.

## Products & services

- **One-on-One Assisted Stretching** — Customized 25- or 50-minute stretch sessions delivered by a trained Flexologist using techniques including Proprioceptive Neuromuscular Facilitation (PNF), static and dynamic stretching.
- **Group Stretch Classes** — Small-group sessions (typically up to four people) where a Flexologist guides members through assisted stretching in a communal, energetic setting.
- **MAPS Body Scan** — 3D-imaging assessment that uses three overhead squats to capture thousands of data points and measure Mobility, Activation, Posture and Symmetry, used to personalize each session.
- **NormaTec Compression** — Pneumatic compression recovery therapy offered as an add-on for circulation and muscle recovery.
- **Flexologist Training Program (FTP)** — 70+ hour proprietary curriculum, the first nationally accredited certificate program for assisted stretching, recognized by the Institute for Credentialing Excellence.

## Achievements

- First and largest one-on-one assisted stretching franchise in the world.
- First assisted stretching franchise to reach 500 open studios in North America (October 2024).
- Signed its 250th franchise agreement by October 2019, then surpassed 500 signed agreements.
- Flexologist Training Program is the first nationally accredited certificate program for assisted stretching, recognized by the Institute for Credentialing Excellence.
- Grew from roughly 3-4 studios at acquisition to 300+ open studios within several years.
- Expanded internationally via master franchise agreements (Japan, New Zealand and beyond).

## Latest updates

- **2024-10** — Became the first assisted stretching franchise to reach 500 open studios in North America.
- **2023-04** — Xponential Fitness signed a master franchise agreement to bring StretchLab to Japan.
- **2022-12** — Opened its 300th studio, months after celebrating its 200th opening in summer 2022.

## Links

- Website: https://stretchlab.com
- LinkedIn: http://www.linkedin.com/company/stretchlab
- Twitter/X: https://twitter.com/stretchlab
- YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCE7ASlSWBKwwMteai5hsc_Q
- Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/stretchlab/
- Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/stretchlabofficial

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Last updated: 2026-06-01