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Stretch-n-Grow is celebrating 34 years of impact and stepping into an exciting new chapter of growth through a strategic franchise expansion partnership with BrandONE.
Since 1992, Stretch-n-Grow has been on a mission to help children build healthy habits early in life. What started as a local children’s physical education program in Galveston, Texas has grown into a trusted enrichment brand serving families, schools, churches, and communities through fun, structured, movement-based programs.
Today, that mission is stronger than ever.
Growing Our Legacy With Purpose
For more than three decades, Stretch-n-Grow has helped children move, learn, laugh, and grow through programs that support fitness, confidence, coordination, teamwork, and lifelong wellness.
Now, as we enter our next season of growth, we are proud to partner with BrandONE, a franchise growth consultancy that helps brands scale with clarity and purpose. This partnership is about more than expansion. It’s about protecting the heart of who we are while helping more communities experience the joy and impact of Stretch-n-Grow.
As Megan Bowling, our Chief Development Officer, shared, the decision came after a careful search for the right partner. “BrandONE stood out because of its alignment with our values, vision, and long-term goals.”
Together, the teams have been strengthening key areas including marketing, technology, operations, and growth strategy to prepare for the next chapter.
A Proven Brand, Ready For Its Next Chapter
According to Dave Schaefers, Partner and Chief Development Officer at BrandONE, Stretch-n-Grow stands out because of both its strong market position and long-standing foundation.
“Stretch-n-Grow is uniquely positioned within the U.S. youth enrichment and fitness program industry,” said Dave. “They provide one of the largest varieties of class offerings supported by proven core programs, allowing franchisees to focus directly on what is most relevant to their communities. This is a family brand with a huge amount of experience operating and leading the Stretch-n-Grow business system.”
Dave also shared that Stretch-n-Grow has done something very important: it has modernized while staying true to its roots.
“Stretch-n-Grow has done an exceptional job balancing modernization with maintaining the relationships, integrity, and core values that define the brand,” he said. “They know exactly who they are and what they want to be.”
Why This Moment Matters
Families and schools are continuing to prioritize children’s wellness, movement, and developmental enrichment. We’re uniquely positioned to meet that need with a proven, partnership-based model.
Our franchisees bring structured, high-energy enrichment programs directly into schools, childcare centers, churches, and community spaces. That means children get access to quality movement and wellness programming right where they already are, while schools can offer more value to families without adding extra work for their staff.
For franchisees, this creates a powerful business opportunity built around:
- Low overhead
- No brick-and-mortar requirement
- Recurring revenue opportunities
- Strong community relationships
- Purpose-driven work
- A trusted brand with decades of experience.
A Business Built on Relationships
One of the things that makes Stretch-n-Grow special is the way our model works. Franchisees are not managing a traditional storefront. They are building relationships with schools, childcare centers, churches, parents, and local communities.
Our programs include fitness, dance, gymnastics, sports, soccer, yoga, music, camps, and events, all designed to help children build healthy habits while having fun. It’s a model that supports children, helps schools stand out, gives parents peace of mind, and allows franchisees to build something meaningful in their own communities.
Dave summed up the opportunity beautifully when he shared: “This opportunity attracts people who genuinely want to make an impact while building something meaningful for themselves and their families. You have to know how to grow a business, but you also have to enjoy engaging with your community and changing lives.”
Carrying the Mission Forward
For Amanda Cannon Hollowell, our Chief Operating Officer, this partnership represents more than business growth. It’s about caring for a legacy that has been built over 34 years and making sure it continues to serve families for generations to come.
“Stretch-n-Grow has spent 34 years proving that businesses rooted in purpose, family values, and community impact can stand the test of time,” said Amanda. “Partnering with BrandONE allows us to amplify that legacy while introducing a new generation of franchisees to a business model that truly changes lives.”
That sense of purpose is at the heart of everything we do. Every class, every school partnership, every coach, and every franchisee plays a role in helping children grow healthier, happier, and more confident.
Looking Ahead
As Stretch-n-Grow enters its 35th year, our mission remains clear: We build healthy habits for children, empower families, and strengthen communities through fitness and wellness.
This new partnership with BrandONE allows us to continue that mission with even more focus, energy, and opportunity. We’re proud of the legacy that began in 1992, and we are even more excited about what comes next.
To learn more about Stretch-n-Grow’s journey and hear from Amanda, Megan, and Dave, watch the latest BrandONE-on-ONE podcast episode here.
