At STRIDE Fitness you are not stepping into a job. You are building a performance-driven business for your community.
Denver Colorado continues to grow as one of the most active and health-conscious cities in the United States. The city attracts driven professionals entrepreneurs outdoor athletes and families who prioritize performance longevity and an active lifestyle. With a booming economy a rapidly growing population and immediate access to world-class outdoor recreation including trail running cycling hiking and skiing the energy in Denver is undeniable.
What Denver 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 Denver 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 fitness-oriented markets in the country.
You would operate as the CEO of STRIDE Fitness Denver 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 Denver 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 Denver market
Capture market share through local partnerships corporate wellness relationships athletic communities and grassroots marketing
Expand into additional Denver 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 Denver from local employers and tech companies to 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 Denver
Multi-Unit Vision
Operate with expansion in mind as the Denver market continues to grow
Ideal Candidate Profile
Deep knowledge of Denver 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 ($200000 liquid capital minimum & $500000 net worth)
Competitive growth-oriented and community-driven
If you believe Denver 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 lets connect.