Franchise Deep Dive: US Cryotherapy Franchise Costs, Fees, Profit and Data

Founded in 2011, US Cryotherapy says it provides a safe and natural alternative for health and wellness needs.

REPORTED COST TO GET IN: $518,125–$616,660

US Cryotherapy is a cryotherapy franchise that opened in 2011. The company provides various cold air treatments to its clients to enhance their general wellness and improve recoveries. Often, US Cryotherapy customers suffer from chronic or acute pain and inflammation, and are turning to the brand for a faster recovery.

Its centers have a large capacity with a variety of fully complementary treatments to whole body cryotherapy such as targeted cold air treatments, hydro massage, infrared sauna, vibration, compression therapy, deep muscle pulsation, red light therapy, pulsed electromagnetic therapy, slimming and toning, and facial rejuvenation treatments.

US Cryotherapy also sells chambers and related cold therapy equipment to sports programs, gyms and fitness centers, and individual users for home use throughout the United States.

There are currently 20 US Cryotherapy centers open to the public in Arizona, California, Florida, Michigan, Minnesota, New Mexico, Texas and Utah.

Both new and experienced franchisors are encouraged to invest with the company. According to its franchise development page, benefits of franchising with US Cryotherapy include:

• Protected Territories

• Preferred SBA 7a Franchisor

• Safety Record

• All-In-One Customer Management, Tracking, Analytics and POS System Training

• Marketing / Social Media Assistance

• Franchise Portal

• End-to-End Operational Support

• Fixed Operating Costs (no nitrogen)

• Marketing / Social Media

• Highest Customer Volume Capabilities?

For franchisees Using C1 recovery systems, here is a breakdown of data from 2019:

• Check-Ins Per DayHigh: 47Low: 7Average 23Median: 25

• Revenue Per Check-InHigh: $44Low: $17Average: $32Median: $33

• Gross Monthly RevenueHigh: $56,854Low: $7,300Average: $22,500Median: $23,868

The overall initial investment range to open a US Cryotherapy is $518,125–$616,660. Here is a breakdown of costs, per the brands 2020 FDD:

• Initial Fee: $30,000

• Initial Marketing Activity: $2,500

• Computer Equipment, POS, Customer Management System, Peripherals with Configuration and Training: $16,500

• Center Equipment: $305,000–$325,000

• Equipment Installation and Shipping: $44,000

• Annual Chamber PROTECT Service Plan: $13,500

• Sales Tax (where applicable): $17,700–$22,160

• Center Lease—3 months: $15,000–$20,000

• Tenant Improvements: $72,500–$100,000

• Opening Inventory: $5,000

• Insurance: $750–$1,500

• Professional Fees: $500–$1,500

• Misc. Opening: $3,000–$5,000

• Additional Funds—3 months: $20,000–$30,000

• TOTAL: $518,125–$616,660

Other financials include:

• Working Capital: $20,000 to $30,000

• Royalty Fee: 6.0%

US Cryotherapy has a franchise fee of up to $30,000.

• Kevin Kramer, CEO

• Michelle Nolan, Co-Founder, Managing Partner

• Robert Kramer, President, Managing Partner

• Todd Kramer, Managing Member

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