What was the total number of Stretch Zone units at the start of 2023?
Stretch_Zone Franchise · 2025 FDDAnswer from 2025 FDD Document
| Unit Type | Year | Units at the Start of the Year | Units at the End of the Year | Net Change |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Franchised | 2022 | 153 | 240 | +87 |
| 2023 | 240 | 330 | +90 | |
| 2024 | 330 | 377 | +47 | |
| Company- | 2022 | 3 | 3 | 0 |
| Owned | ||||
| 2023 | 3 | 0 | -3 | |
| 2024 | 0 | 0 | 0 | |
| Total Units | 2022 | 156 | 243 | +87 |
| 2023 | 243 | 330 | +87 | |
| 2024 | 330 | 377 | +47 |
Source: Item 20 — ITEM -20 OUTLETS AND FRANCHISEE INFORMATION (FDD pages 76–84)
What This Means (2025 FDD)
According to Stretch Zone's 2025 Franchise Disclosure Document, the total number of units at the start of 2023 was 243. This number includes both franchised and company-owned units. Specifically, there were 240 franchised units and 3 company-owned units at the beginning of 2023.
For a prospective franchisee, this indicates the size and composition of the Stretch Zone system at that time. It shows the relative proportion of franchised versus company-owned locations. This information can be useful for understanding the growth trajectory of the franchise and the company's strategic emphasis on franchising.
It's worth noting that during 2023, the number of company-owned units decreased from 3 to 0. This change may reflect a strategic decision by Stretch Zone to focus more on franchising and less on direct operation of units. The FDD also mentions that in March 2023, SZH was acquired by its Parent, and three Stretch Zone businesses in Florida, previously categorized as company-owned, became franchised units. This shift could be related to the acquisition and a broader restructuring of the company's business model.