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Pause Studio Franchise Cost and Requirements for 2025

Background

Pause is a wellness and recovery studio that focuses on holistic and modern solutions for mind and body recovery. One of the first franchisees to offer contrast therapy and has 7 different revenue streams. This is a part- time owner/operator model and has minimal employees. Pause is redefining wellness.

Company Details

Established: 2016
First Unit Franchised: 2022
Franchise Units Awarded: 105
Company Owned Units: 5
Currently registered in all states except CA, HI, MD, MN, NY, SD, RI, WA, VA
CA- High net-worth exemption only.
Canada Franchises: No
International Franchises: No

FOUNDED BY EXPERIENCED, INNOVATIVE LEADERS
The Pause founders have 30+ years in the health and wellness
sector, with core competencies in strategic planning, real
estate development, sales, marketing and operations.

JEFF ONO, PRESIDENT
Jeff is a marketing, management and a strategic leader
that has spent over 15 years in the health, wellness and
hospitality sector as Marketing Director for two iconic
brands in fitness, Equinox and The Sports Club/LA. Jeff
is focused on the execution of the vision, presiding over
day-to-day operations, sales and marketing.

JOHN KLEIN, CEO
As the former SVP of Real Estate and Growth for Equinox,
from 2002 to 2018, John led the national expansion for
both Equinox and Soulcycle. John is focused on business
vision and strategy, growth, real estate, development and
design, and financing for the Company.

Support and Training Offered By Pause Studio

Financial Assistance Provided: No
Site Selection Assistance: Yes
Lease Negotiation Assistance: Yes
Recruiting Assistance: Yes
Cooperative Advertising: No

CORPORATE SUPPORT:
  • Brand Guide
  • Marketing Asset Library
  • Digital & Local Marketing Strategy Playbook 
  • Operations Manual
  • Reputation Management
  • Retail & Merchandising Strategy 
  • Business KPI Insights & Management
  • Weekly/Monthly Check Ins
  • Continuing Education
  • Vendor Guide
TRAINING:
-5 days at Pause University
-2 weeks out from grand opening, Pause will send a launch manager to spend 5 days with the franchisee at their location.


2025 Franchise Requirements Needed to Own a Pause Studio Franchise.

What does a Pause Studio Franchise Cost?

Pause Studio franchise fees for 2025:

Liquidity Required: $400,000
Total Investment: $880,600-$1,534,900
Minimum Net Worth: $1,000,000
Royalty: 7%
Ad: 1%
Item 19: Yes
Location Size: 2,600-3,000 sq ft
Average Number of Employees: 4
Visa Candidates: Yes
Passive Ownership: No
Home-Based: No
B2B: No
Master Franchise Opportunities: No
Veteran Discount: Yes, $5,000 off of the first license

Franchise Fee:
$60,000 - 1 unit
$110,000 - 2 units
$135,000 - 3 units
$180,000 - 4 units
$225,000 - 5 units
$240,000 - 6 units
$280,000 - 7 units
$320,000 - 8 units
$360,000 - 9 units
10+units: $35,000 apiece

Is Pause Studio a Semi Absentee Franchise with a Passive Ownership Opportunity?

No. Pause Studio is not a semi absentee franchise. The owner of the franchise (the franchisee) is expected to be involved in all aspects of day-to-day operations.

Is Pause Studio a Home Based franchise?

No. Pause Studio is not a home based franchise opportunity.

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What Do Pause Studio Franchise Owners Make?

Click here to find out how much Pause Studio franchisees make. Pause Studio offers an Item 19 in their Franchise Disclosure Document which provides financial information about select franchisees in their franchise system.

Is Pause Studio a Master Franchise Opportunity?

No. Pause Studio is not a master franchise opportunity.

Does Pause Studio Offer a Veteran Discount?

Yes. Pause Studio franchise does offer a veteran discount.

Does Pause Studio Work with E2 Visa and EB-5 Visa Candidates?

No. Pause Studio franchise does not work with E2 Visa and EB-5 Visa candidates.

Is Pause Studio Looking for Franchisees in Canada?

No. Pause Studio franchise is not looking for Canada franchisees.

Is Pause Studio Looking for International franchisees?

No. Pause Studio franchise is not looking for International franchisees.

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Additional Information

Additional Categories

Health, Beauty & Nutrition

Number of Units Open

LESS THAN 20 UNITS

Cash Required

More than $250,000

Master Franchise

No

Passive Franchise

No

Home Based Franchise

No

Item 19 Franchise

Yes

Veteran Discount

No

B2B

No

Franchise Opportunities in Canada

No

International Franchise Opportunities

No

E2 Visa Franchise

No

Pause Studio Franchises for Sale

Click Here to inquire about existing Pause Studio franchises for sale. We may have Pause Studio franchise resales. A franchise resale is an already established franchise owned by a franchisee and the franchisee is looking to sell their franchise.

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