--- title: "iCRYO Franchise Costs, Fees and Investment Breakdown for 2026" url: https://burnaze.com/article/d910bc66-fd53-47f0-bb2f-9536ed2118e2 source: "1851 Franchise" original_url: https://1851franchise.com/franchise-deep-dive-icryo-franchise-costs-fees-profit-and-data-2721881 category: "Wellness, IV & weight loss" industry: "Beauty & Wellness" segment: "Wellness, IV & weight loss" published: 2026-08-20T14:09:36.000Z modified: 2026-10-31T15:31:34.235Z image: https://newimage.1851franchise.com/cdn-cgi/image/quality=85,format=webp,width=1280,height=720/story/featureImage/1786397353_feature.png --- # iCRYO Franchise Costs, Fees and Investment Breakdown for 2026 **TL;DR:** iCRYO is a health and longevity franchise offering cryotherapy, IV therapy, and other wellness services, with an estimated initial investment of $409,000 - $1,056,000. The brand has grown to over 50 open locations and 280 awarded territories since its founding in 2015 by Kyle Jones. *originally published in 1851 Franchise on 2026-08-20. [Read the original](https://1851franchise.com/franchise-deep-dive-icryo-franchise-costs-fees-profit-and-data-2721881).* ## Story REPORTED COST TO GET IN: $409,000 - $1,056,000 REPORTED ROI (Item 19): N/A iCRYO is a health and longevity franchise offering cryotherapy, IV therapy, red light therapy, compression therapy and other wellness services designed to help guests look, feel and perform better. The brand operates through premium retail wellness centers and has grown from its first location in League City, Texas, to more than 50 open locations and more than 280 territories awarded. iCRYO was founded in October 2015 in League City, Texas, by Kyle Jones, who launched the brand after managing the cryotherapy division at a physical therapy clinic for nearly three years. After early growth and strong community response, Kyle partnered with his father, Bill Jones, to build a scalable franchise system. The brand is now led by Kyle Jones, CEO and co-founder, and has positioned itself as a health and longevity franchise focused on accessible wellness services. **Mission:** iCRYO’s mission is to elevate the quality of life of its team members, guests and franchisees by providing affordable, professional and convenient personal health services while raising the standard as a global wellness brand. **Vision:** iCRYO’s vision is to become a leader in the health and wellness space and build a billion-dollar, globally recognized household brand. - Health and longevity services offered under one retail wellness concept - Cryotherapy, IV therapy and other wellness services in a professional center environment - Affordable and convenient personal health services - Mobile app for guests to book, manage reservations and track wellness routines - Focus on professionalism, convenience and affordability - People-first culture centered on compassion, accountability, productivity and exceptional service - More than 50 open locations - SBA-approved business model - Certified medical and service training - Pre-opening, post-opening and ongoing marketing support - Construction and leasing assistance - Equipment, supplies and furniture support - Around-the-clock advanced support - Mobile app and technology support - Team-driven performance program from signing through opening and beyond iCRYO has expanded across the United States and says territories are filling quickly. Prospective franchisees can view available markets and inquire through the brand’s franchise website. **Initial Costs:** The estimated initial investment required to begin operation of a iCRYO franchise ranges from $409,000 - $1,056,000. The most recent publicly available Franchise Disclosure Document (FDD) breaks these costs down as follows: **Initial Franchise Fee:** The initial franchise fee is $49,500, payable in full when the franchise agreement is signed. The fee is fully earned upon payment and is nonrefundable. Qualified U.S. military veterans may receive a 35% discount on the initial franchise fee through iCRYO's American Hero Franchise Program. Eligible veterans also receive a waiver of royalty fees for their first 180 days of operation for their first iCRYO franchise. **Ongoing Fees:** According to the FDD, iCRYO franchisees are responsible for the following ongoing payments and fees: **ROI Potential:** iCRYO does not make a financial performance representation in its FDD. iCRYO provides franchisees with support throughout the pre-opening process, including construction, leasing, training, marketing and operational preparation. The brand says the average timeline to purchase, construct and open an iCRYO center is approximately 12 months, depending on location, permitting and other outside factors. iCRYO provides comprehensive training to prepare franchisees for operations. This includes classroom-style service and franchise training, operations and management training, pre-opening training onsite at the franchisee’s location and ongoing support. The brand provides support in marketing, sales, technology, construction, leasing, equipment, supplies and furniture. iCRYO also offers pre-opening, post-opening and ongoing advertising support, along with help establishing the business locally through social media, public relations and community engagement. iCRYO provides franchisees with technology support, including the iCRYO mobile app for guests. The app allows guests to book reservations, reschedule, cancel appointments, manage their accounts and track wellness routines. - **Liquid Assets:** $200,000 iCRYO is looking for franchisees who can make the financial commitment required to build and outfit a premium wellness center. Candidates should also be committed to the brand’s operating standards and guest experience. Franchisees are required to oversee their center and ensure the location follows iCRYO’s operating standards. Owners may manage the center directly or hire a manager, but the franchisee remains responsible for center performance and compliance. iCRYO does not offer direct or indirect financing to franchisees. “On a daily basis, we change people’s lives for the better by improving their quality of life, in most cases, holistically and naturally by activating the body’s natural repair mechanisms. We provide life-changing results for those who are in the most need. Hearing their stories of healing inspires us to continue spreading goodness throughout the local Connecticut communities we are currently open in and the communities we will soon serve.” - Gregg and Tracey Miller, Franchisees — Fairfield and Branford, Connecticut (Read their story here) iCRYO operates in the broader wellness, recovery and longevity space. Consumer demand for wellness services remains strong, with McKinsey estimating the U.S. wellness market represents more than $500 billion in annual spending and is growing 4% to 5% annually. Cryotherapy is also projected to grow. Grand View Research estimates that the U.S. market will reach $158.4 million by 2030. iCRYO competes by combining cryotherapy, IV therapy and wellness services under one premium retail model. The brand’s customer-facing advantages include convenience, affordability, professional service, multiple wellness offerings and a mobile app-driven guest experience. Primary competitors may include Restore Hyper Wellness, Icebox Cryotherapy, Next Health, Hydrate IV Bar, The DRIPBaR and other local cryotherapy, IV therapy and wellness studios. 1. **Initial Inquiry:** Prospective franchisees submit an inquiry through iCRYO’s franchise website. 2. **Introductory Conversation:** Candidates speak with the franchise development team about available territories, financial requirements and brand fit. 3. **Franchise Review:** Candidates review the opportunity, including investment expectations, operating standards and support systems. 4. **FDD Review:** Qualified candidates receive and review the Franchise Disclosure Document. 5. **Territory Selection:** Candidates work with iCRYO to identify available markets. 6. **Franchise Agreement:** Approved candidates sign the franchise agreement and begin the development process. 7. **Construction, Leasing and Training:** Franchisees work with iCRYO on site development, construction, equipment, training and pre-opening marketing. 8. **Opening:** The average timeline for purchasing, constructing and opening an iCRYO center is approximately 12 months. *Disclaimer: This content is for information only. 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You alone assume the sole responsibility of evaluating the merits and risks associated with the use of any information or other content in this article before making any decisions based on such information or other content.* ## Entities - 1851 Franchise (publication) - franchise expansion (topic) - Beauty & Wellness (sector) - franchise costs (topic) - wellness services (topic) - Restore Hyper Wellness (company) - iv therapy (topic) - Kyle Jones (person) - The DRIPBaR (company) - cryotherapy (topic) - Next Health (company) - Hydrate IV Bar (company) --- Originally reported by 1851 Franchise (https://1851franchise.com/franchise-deep-dive-icryo-franchise-costs-fees-profit-and-data-2721881). Summarized by Burnaze (https://burnaze.com/article/d910bc66-fd53-47f0-bb2f-9536ed2118e2).