This is a rare opportunity to acquire an established, highly respected movement and wellness studio in one of the most affluent submarkets of the Washington DC metro area. Founded over 18 years ago by a doctorate-level physical therapist, the business sits where boutique fitness meets clinical care, a positioning few competitors can replicate.
Why this business stands apart
• Clinical moat. Programming is grounded in physical therapy expertise, with specialized, certified methods serving rehab, injury prevention, bone health, and performance clients. That credibility drives physician and word-of-mouth referrals instead of paid acquisition.
• Loyal, high-value clientele. A long-tenured base of affluent, health-focused clients, from professional dancers and athletes to active older adults, supports strong retention and premium pricing.
• Recurring revenue model. Private sessions, small-group classes, and packages create predictable cash flow.
• Turnkey operation. Fully equipped studio with specialized apparatus, trained instructors, and established systems in place.
• Seller-supported transition. The founder is committed to a smooth handoff to protect client relationships and brand continuity.
Growth levers for a new owner
• Add or expand insurance-billable PT and physician referral partnerships
• Launch structured programs for the fast-growing 55+ and bone-health market
• Add corporate wellness contracts in a dense professional workforce
• Expand virtual and hybrid offerings
• Replicate the model in a second DC-area location
Industry tailwinds
Demand is shifting from generic gyms toward specialized, outcome-driven "medical fitness." An aging and affluent population, rising focus on longevity and mobility, and closer ties between healthcare and fitness make clinically credible studios increasingly attractive platforms.
Ideal buyer
A wellness or healthcare owner-operator, a PT or chiropractic group seeking a cash-pay add-on, a private equity platform building in boutique or medical fitness, or a family office seeking a durable, community-anchored asset.
Financials: SDE of $255,000 on revenue of $1.32M. Asking price: $975,000
