Stretch-n-Grow Franchise Information

Stretch-n-Grow is a comprehensive fitness program for kids. We are committed to helping educators and parents establish a foundation of exercise and proper nutrition at an early age. The Stretch-n-Grow program teaches children the fundamentals of a healthy lifestyle. With weekly emphasis on exercise and good food choices, our extensive curriculum covers virtually every wellness issue...self-esteem, safety, hygiene, and environmental issues are just a few examples of our discussion topics. Classes are taught at child care centers by Stretch-n-Grow coaches who make exercising, "EXERciting!!" The program was conceived in January of 1992 by Jill and Bob Manly. Their plan was to conduct classes on a local level only. Response by children, parents, and child care providers was indeed exciting. Galveston, Texas, their home at the time, provided a limited market base of approximately 30 child care facilities. By September, classes were being conducted in eleven of those schools, with an average class size of seventeen children, providing a gross income of approximately $750 per week. Since then, over forty-thousand children across the United States and Canada have participated in the Stretch-n-Grow Fitness Program!!

Excitement over what we were doing resulted in requests from several people in other cities for more information. Their excitement and success prompted a trial advertising program which launched the Stretch-n-Grow "Affiliate Ownership Program." Within one year, our expansion reached into twenty- five major U.S. markets; and in June 1993, we became an "international influence" as we entered the Canadian market.

As a business opportunity, Stretch-n-Grow offers a turnkey operation with proven results. If you want to have fun, work with kids, and stay fit, you'll want to Stretch-n-Grow with us. We provide training at our headquarters in Florida, marketing assistance, an extensive curriculum, and on-going support. As a Stretch-n-Grow affiliate, you'll have the opportunity to build an excellent full-time income with flexible part-time effort. Ownership offers adequate structure for a first-time entrepreneur to get started, as well as a business that encourages you to use your own creativity and participate in helping children live better lives. A commitment to fitness and a love of children is all you need to Stretch-n-Grow.

Our Program

• A specially designed fitness program for pre-school children.
• Forty-five minute classes taught once per week by you or your part-time "coaches."
• A fully developed curriculum endorsed by fitness and child development experts.
• Covers topics such as exercise, sportsmanship, safety, nutrition and hygiene.

The Business

• Your revenue is derived from the children's enrollment fees.
• A low investment with extremely low overhead.
• A home-based business that can be managed full-time or part-time.
• Allows for tremendous growth potential.

Your Qualifications

• Do you love working with children?
• Do you believe in the importance of children's health and fitness?
• Are you enthusiastic, organized, and creative?
• Are you motivated to develop and manage your own business?
• Do you want to own a business that can really make a difference?

What We Offer

• A Proven business concept and "turn-key" operation.
• Exclusive territory of 50 child care centers.
• Intensive 3-day training in Seminole (Tampa Bay), FL (or on-site).
• Comprehensive training and promotional materials.
• Monthly newsletter and program updates.
• Unlimited access to a 1-800 # "help line."
• Access to other Stretch-n-Grow Affiliates nationwide