Pause Franchise FDD, Costs & Fees (2025)

Pause is a wellness center that offers a range of services including meditation, infrared saunas, and float therapy, designed to promote relaxation, mental clarity, and overall well-being.

Launched in 2016 in Los Angeles, Pause Studio has emerged as a modern sanctuary for health and recovery. Since introducing its franchise model in 2022, the brand has expanded its reach, offering individuals the opportunity to bring an innovative wellness experience to new markets.

Pause delivers a wide array of services focused on elevating both physical and mental well-being. These include float therapy, infrared sauna, cold and contrast plunges, cryotherapy, vitamin infusions, LED light therapy, and compression treatments—all curated to restore and recharge the body and mind.

What truly distinguishes Pause Studio is its all-encompassing wellness philosophy. By seamlessly blending state-of-the-art recovery technologies with thoughtfully designed spaces and a premium customer experience, it creates a destination that supports holistic health.

By targeting prevalent concerns such as chronic stress, sleep disturbances, slowed recovery, and weakened immunity, Pause offers more than just relaxation—it provides a pathway to sustainable well-being through science-backed therapies and intentional care.

Initial investment

Here's what you would need to invest if you were to start this franchise. These costs are provided by the franchisor in the Franchise Disclosure Document.

Type of Expenditure Amount
Initial Franchise Fee $60,000
Leasehold Improvements $600,000 – $800,000
Project Management, Architecture & Engineering $45,000 – $75,000
Equipment $68,000 – $340,000
Furniture and Fixtures $55,000 – $65,000
Rent (3 months) $30,000 – $54,000
Security Deposit $10,000 – $18,000
Signage $12,000 – $18,000
Startup Supplies $10,000 – $20,000
Insurance Deposits and Premiums $1,000 – $3,000
Business Licenses and Permits $7,500 – $15,000
Professional Fees $15,000 – $25,000
Training Expenses $1,000 – $5,000
Grand Opening Marketing $40,000
Audio Video/Information Technology/Security $9,500 – $15,000
Additional Funds (3 months) $20,000 – $70,000
Total Estimated Initial Investment $984,000 – $1,623,000
Type of Expenditure Amount
Initial Franchise Fee $60,000
Leasehold Improvements $600,000 – $800,000
Project Management, Architecture & Engineering $45,000 – $75,000
Equipment $68,000 – $340,000
Furniture and Fixtures $55,000 – $65,000
Rent (3 months) $30,000 – $54,000
Security Deposit $10,000 – $18,000
Signage $12,000 – $18,000
Startup Supplies $10,000 – $20,000
Insurance Deposits and Premiums $1,000 – $3,000
Business Licenses and Permits $7,500 – $15,000
Professional Fees $15,000 – $25,000
Training Expenses $1,000 – $5,000
Grand Opening Marketing $40,000
Audio Video/Information Technology/Security $9,500 – $15,000
Additional Funds (3 months) $20,000 – $70,000
Total Estimated Initial Investment $984,000 – $1,623,000

Franchise Disclosure Document

Competitors

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Training

Pause requires franchisees and key personnel to complete a thorough training program prior to opening operations. Here are the key components of the training provided by the franchisor:

  1. Initial Training Program: The franchisee (or Operating Principal) and Manager must attend and successfully complete Pause’s initial training program, which may include in-person and virtual components. Completion is mandatory before the business may begin operating.
  2. Ongoing and Replacement Training: If key individuals like the Operating Principal, Manager, or Authorized Care Providers leave, their replacements must complete the training within 30 days. Pause charges a fee of $500 per day for this additional training.
  3. Operational Training: The training ensures that those responsible for managing the studio—franchisee, Operating Principal, or Manager—are fully capable of leading daily operations and maintaining compliance with brand standards.
  4. Instructional Materials and Support: Training is led by experienced team members and supported by a comprehensive Manual with over 240 pages. Additional field visits and ongoing guidance are provided at the franchisor's discretion.

Territory Protection

Pause provides franchisees with a non-exclusive “Designated Territory,” typically a three-mile radius or area with around 100,000 residents. Within this territory, no other Pause studio will be opened as long as the franchisee complies with the agreement.

However, Pause may still sell products or services in the territory through online platforms, third parties, or non-traditional venues like gyms or hotels. The franchisor also retains the right to launch similar businesses under different branding.

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