Own a Day Spa Franchise
Join 60+ owners building $1M+ day spas in their communities.*Join 60+ Spavia day spa franchise owners bringing affordable luxury wellness to their communities, with many locations exceeding $1M in annual sales.*
$1,110,481
Median Gross Sales*
1 in 2 Owners
Achieve $1M+ Revenue*
$479K – $885K
Initial Investment*
$1,110,481
Median Gross Sales*
*Source: 2026 Spavia FDD, Item 7 & Item 19. Results vary by location.
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Requires $200K+ liquid · $500K+ net worth.Spavia partners need $200K+ in liquid capital and $500K+ net worth. Typical total investment: $479K–$885K.
Inside Spavia — and what's next
Real spaces, our second brand, and the concepts we're building toward.
Spavia in 90 Seconds
What You Should Know Before You Inquire
The honest version of the Spavia franchise opportunity: investment, revenue, and what you'll actually operate. No fluff.
How much to open?
- Total initial investment
- $479K – $885K
- Initial franchise fee
- $59,500
- Royalty rate
- 6% of gross sales
- Financing
- SBA-eligible
What do owners make?
- Median gross sales
- $1,110,481
- Owners exceeding $1M
- 1 in 2
- Median operating margin
- 18.4%
- Source
- 2026 FDD, Item 19
What do you actually run?
- Service mix
- Massage, facials, body, retail
- Revenue model
- Membership-driven
- Existing locations
- 63 and growing
- Opening timeline
- 10–14 months
Want the deeper view first? Read Why Spavia · Meet our franchisees · Multi-unit development
The Fastest Way to Real Answers
Most candidates have specific questions about market availability, financing, and timing. The kind of answers that don't fit in a form. At Spavia, that conversation happens with the co-founder who built the brand, not a sales team.
Marty Langenderfer
CEO & Co-founder
Marty co-founded Spavia and still personally reviews every market and candidate.
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15-minute intro call. No pressure, no commitment. Just a conversation about whether Spavia fits your goals.
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Get to know the brand. Marty walks you through how Spavia works and what ownership actually looks like.
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Honest answers. Financing, timeline, what owners actually earn, why some candidates aren't a fit. We'd rather find out early.
Our Story
Twenty years of building a different kind of day spa.
In 2005, Allison and Marty Langenderfer opened the first Spavia in Denver. They had spent years inside the spa industry and saw what nobody was building: a place between the mass-market massage chains and the unreachable luxury resort spas.
Most guests wanted resort-level experience without resort-level prices. Most prospective owners wanted real economics without the operational complexity of a clinical med spa or the ceiling of single-service massage. The market had a clear middle, and nobody was occupying it well.
Spavia became that middle. Accessible luxury. Full-service depth. A membership model built for recurring revenue.
We never wanted to build a chain. We wanted to build a brand people would drive across town for, and owners would build their lives around.
Allison Langenderfer, Co-Founder
2005
First Spavia opens in Denver
2007
Franchising launches
Today
63 locations across the U.S.
Ownership Matters
Founder-led. Independently held.
Built for the long run.
Many of the biggest names in spa and massage franchising are now owned by private equity firms. Spavia isn't. Two decades in, we're still independently held and led by the family that started it in 2005, so the decisions get made for the long-term health of the brand and its owners.
Aligned interests
Our success is tied to the long-term health of the brand and its owners, not to a fund hitting a return by a target date.
No exit clock
Private equity buys to sell, typically within three to seven years. We aren’t building Spavia toward a flip.
Founders you can reach
The family whose name is on the brand is still here, still building it, still answering the phone.
The Spavia experience
People don't forget how a Spavia makes them feel
That feeling is what keeps members coming back, and what makes a Spavia franchise a business worth owning.
Why Spavia worksWhat Our Franchise Partners Are Saying
“As a Spavia owner, what fills my cup is seeing the daily growth of team members as they challenge themselves and helping to guide them along. Each day brings a new discovery for someone, as they realize that by digging deep, they learn, grow, and earn guest loyalty by giving their best effort.”
Paul, Spavia Owner, Chicago, IL
Spavia franchise owners come from diverse professional backgrounds: banking, corporate careers, lifelong wellness enthusiasts. They find success through Spavia's proven systems and hands-on support.
Proven Demand You'd Own
4.8
Based on 30,976 Google reviews across 62 locations
That isn't just guest satisfaction. It's the repeat, membership-driven demand that makes a Spavia a business worth owning, market after market.
The Opportunity
Why Own a Spavia Day Spa Franchise
$479K–$885K
To open (2026 FDD, Item 7)
$1.1M
Median unit revenue, 44 locations
63
Locations open nationwide
~1 in 2
Owners over $1M gross sales
A proven model
A membership-driven day spa with recurring revenue across massage, facials, body treatments, waxing, and retail.
Investment & returns
Open for $479K–$885K, with SBA-eligible financing through third-party lenders. Results vary by location.
Training & support
Site selection, lease and buildout, pre-opening marketing, intensive onboarding, and ongoing field support.
Markets nationwide
Territories in major metros and growth suburbs, with multi-unit development for qualified owners.
Frequently Asked Questions
The total estimated initial investment ranges from $479,450 to $885,450, per the 2026 FDD, Item 7. This includes the franchise fee, training fee, build-out, equipment, signage, technology, and three months of additional funds. Spavia provides guidance on financing options and SBA-eligible loan programs. Request the franchise overview for a full breakdown.
Spavia day spas offer a full menu of resort-inspired wellness services including massage therapy (Swedish, deep tissue, hot stone), facials and advanced skin care, body treatments, waxing, lash and brow services, and retail products. This diverse service mix creates multiple revenue streams and drives strong guest retention through membership programs.
Our national team offers over 120 years of combined spa experience, providing expert insights and guidance for our franchise owners. This knowledge equips you with the tools to navigate the competitive spa landscape and build a successful franchise while delivering exceptional guest experiences.
Spavia generates revenue through diverse streams, including spa treatments, beauty services, and retail products. Multiple revenue streams are vital for stability and growth, enabling your business to thrive while successfully meeting guest needs and maximizing earning potential. Revenue streams include massage, facials/skin care, waxing, lash & brow treatments, body treatments, retail, gift cards, and spa packages.
Spavia franchise candidates have access to several financing options, including SBA-eligible loan programs, which are among the most popular financing routes for franchise investments. The Spavia team provides guidance throughout the financing process and can connect you with franchise-friendly lenders. Candidates typically need a minimum net worth and liquid capital to qualify.
The typical timeline from signing a franchise agreement to opening day is approximately 10 to 14 months. This includes site selection, lease negotiation, buildout and construction, equipment installation, staff hiring, and comprehensive training. Spavia's experienced real estate and construction teams support you through every stage of the process.
At Spavia, our dedicated franchisees are the heart of our success, committed to providing exceptional wellness experiences while building thriving businesses. Their focus on guest care and community impact positions Spavia as a trusted leader in the spa industry. Join us to become part of a network of passionate entrepreneurs invested in your success.
Spavia has built its reputation by delivering resort-inspired wellness experiences in communities across the U.S. With over 120 years of combined leadership expertise, franchisees benefit from proven systems, strong guest loyalty, and a business model designed for stability and growth.
No prior spa or wellness industry experience is required. Spavia's comprehensive training program covers everything from spa operations and service delivery to marketing, hiring, and financial management. Many successful Spavia franchise owners come from backgrounds in corporate management, finance, healthcare, and other industries.
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Join 60+ Spavia franchise owners building thriving wellness businesses in communities across the country. Request your free franchise overview and an intro call with our founding team.
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