
Stride
- Units as of 2020
-
4 (3 added in 3 years)75.0%
- 2021 Franchise 500 Rank
-
N/R Not ranked last year
- Initial investment
-
$342K - $537K
Company Overview
About Stride
- Related Categories
- Fitness
- Founded
- 2017
- Parent Company
- Xponenital Fitness LLC
- Leadership
- Anthony Geisler, CEO
Franchising Overview
- Franchising Since
- 2019 (2 years)
- # of employees at HQ
- 19
- Where seeking
-
This company is seeking new franchisees throughout the US.
This company is seeking new franchisees worldwide.
- # of Units
- 4 (as of 2020)
Information for Franchisees
Here’s what you need to know if you’re interested in opening a Stride franchise.
Financial Requirements & Ongoing Fees
Here’s what you can expect to spend to start the business and what ongoing fees the franchisor charges throughout the life of the business.
- Initial Franchise Fee
- $60,000
- Initial Investment
- $341,500 - $537,100
- Net Worth Requirement
- $500,000
- Cash Requirement
- $100,000
- Royalty Fee
- 7%
- Ad Royalty Fee
- 2%
- Term of Agreement
- 10 years
- Is franchise term renewable?
- Yes
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Financing Options
Some franchisors offer in-house financing, while others have relationships with third-party financing sources to which they refer qualified franchisees.
- Third Party Financing
- Stride has relationships with third-party sources which offer financing to cover the following: franchise fee, startup costs, equipment, inventory, accounts receivable, payroll
Training & Support Offered
Franchisors offer initial training programs and a variety of ongoing support options to help franchisees run their businesses.
- Classroom Training
- 22 hours
- Ongoing Support
-
Purchasing Co-opsNewsletterMeetings & ConventionsGrand OpeningOnline SupportSecurity & Safety ProceduresLease NegotiationField OperationsSite SelectionProprietary SoftwareFranchisee Intranet Platform
- Marketing Support
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Co-op AdvertisingAd TemplatesNational MediaRegional AdvertisingSocial MediaSEOWebsite DevelopmentEmail MarketingLoyalty Program/App
Operations
Additional details about running this franchise.
- Is absentee ownership allowed?
- No
- Can this franchise be run from home/mobile unit?
- No
- Can this franchise be run part time?
- No
- Are exclusive territories available?
- Yes
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Franchise 500 Ranking History
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OWN A STRIDE FRANCHISE
STRIDE is here to reinvent the definition of a runner, where we’ve created a space where running is for all fitness levels of walker, jogger or runner. It is the first and only indoor running franchise, where Certified Run Coaches lead dynamic interval classes and members choose their speed & intensity on state-of-the-art Woodway treadmills to match their individual fitness level and goals.
Running is an essential mode of fitness. It is the most engaging, most effective way to achieve your mental and physical goals. Empowering, inspiring, and motivating. Running is the vehicle that propels you towards your strongest, most confident self and STRIDE will help you get there.
WHY OWN A STRIDE STUDIO?

FIRST MOVER ADVANTAGE
With a proven concept in a number of competitive markets, STRIDE has extensive market potential - be the first to bring STRIDE’s truly unique and highly efficient running concept to your local market!

EXTENSIVE SUPPORT
We believe extensive training drives your success - from lease negotiation to build out, recruitment to finance, and sales & marketing to sustainable business, you’ll be supported every step of the way!

EXECUTIVE MODEL
Our franchise model provides a completely scalable business, allowing you to determine your own success. Leverage development costs and national vendor relationships to launch your studio successfully.

STRONG INVESTMENT
Enjoy a low-cost entry, a recurring revenue model, truly exceptional EBITDA margins and the confidence in our team that has decades of experience in fitness franchising.
CLAIM YOUR TERRITORY
Backed by the largest Fitness Franchise, Xponential Fitness, STRIDE has the brand strength and proven franchise model to deliver excellent profit potential. International & U.S. markets are available for multi-unit and single-unit investors. Don’t miss the opportunity to own your local market!
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