Franchise Owner/CEO

At STRIDE Fitness, you are not stepping into a job. You are building a performance-driven business for your community.

Colorado Springs, Colorado continues to grow as one of the most active and outdoor-driven cities in the United States. The city attracts driven professionals, military families, athletes, and outdoor enthusiasts who prioritize performance, health, and longevity. With the presence of the United States Air Force Academy, Olympic and Paralympic Training Center, and immediate access to world-class hiking, trail running, and mountain sports, the energy in Colorado Springs is undeniable.

What Colorado Springs does not yet have is a premium, performance-based strength and cardio (HIIT) studio that combines treadmill interval training, strength work, and a dynamic recovery component in a single intentional experience built around accountability, coaching, and community.

As a Franchise Owner and CEO of STRIDE Fitness in Colorado Springs, CO, you would lead a high-growth boutique fitness studio while leveraging proven systems, national brand strength, and operational support. This is an opportunity to build a scalable, multi-unit asset in one of the most active and health-conscious markets in the Mountain West.

You would operate as the CEO of STRIDE Fitness Colorado Springs, driving culture, revenue, and expansion while following a playbook built for results, with an experienced corporate team there to support you every step of the way.

Role Overview

• Launch and lead the first STRIDE Fitness studio in Colorado Springs, CO with full P&L responsibility
• Build and develop a high-performance team that delivers an exceptional member experience
• Establish STRIDE Fitness as the premier destination for interval training and recovery in the Colorado Springs market
• Capture market share through local partnerships, corporate wellness relationships, athletic communities, and grassroots marketing
• Expand into additional Colorado Springs metro territories as performance milestones are achieved

Key Responsibilities

Executive Leadership

• Recruit, train, and lead a results-driven team focused on culture, retention, and operational excellence

Financial Ownership

• Own studio performance including budgets, KPIs, pricing strategy, and profitability

Growth and Market Development

• Build relationships across Colorado Springs, from military and defense employers to local businesses, community organizations, run clubs, and performance-focused athletes

Brand Stewardship

• Deliver a consistent, high-energy, community-first experience that reflects both STRIDE standards and the active culture of Colorado Springs

Multi-Unit Vision

• Operate with expansion in mind as the Colorado Springs market continues to grow

Ideal Candidate Profile

• Deep knowledge of Colorado Springs, CO and a strong local network
• 5+ years of leadership experience in sales, operations, finance, management, or multi-unit environments
• Proven ability to build teams and drive measurable performance
• Strong financial acumen with experience managing budgets or P&L
• Entrepreneurial mindset with disciplined execution
• Intention to launch within 3 to 6 months
• Financial capacity to invest ($200,000 liquid capital minimum & $500,000+ net worth)
• Competitive, growth-oriented, and community-driven

If you believe Colorado Springs is ready for a boutique fitness brand that sits at the intersection of performance training and long-term health, and you want to be the person who brings it here, let's connect.