# CNU Stretch

> CNU Stretch is the leading turnkey stretch therapy certification and licensing system for fitness professionals, gym owners, health club owners, personal trainers, and studio operators. NASM, ACE, AFAA, ISSA, and NCBTMB approved. Partner gyms typically add $10,000–$25,000 per month in recurring stretch therapy revenue.

CNU Stretch provides hybrid Level I Foundation and Level II Advanced (Peak) stretch therapy certifications — online prep (40+ lessons & 2 quizzes for Level I; 20 lessons & 2 quizzes for Level II) completed before a two-day in-person intensive — plus a full licensing program for gyms and studios to launch a branded stretch service. Headquartered in Dover, Delaware with 35+ active partner locations and 150+ certified professionals.

## Core pages

- [Home](https://cnustretch.com/): Overview of the CNU Stretch system, accreditations, and upcoming certification dates.
- [Our Programs](https://cnustretch.com/our-programs/): Licensing and certification program details.
- [CNU Stretch License](https://cnustretch.com/cnu-stretch-license/): Turnkey stretch therapy licensing for gyms and studios.
- [Stretch Therapy Certification](https://cnustretch.com/stretch-therapy-certification/): In-person hands-on stretch therapy certification (Level I Foundation + Level II Peak).
- [Our Locations](https://cnustretch.com/locations/): 35+ partner gyms and studios running CNU Stretch.
- [Testimonials](https://cnustretch.com/testimonials/): Video case studies from gym owners and certified practitioners.
- [About Us](https://cnustretch.com/about-us/): Company story, founder, and accreditations.
- [Blog](https://cnustretch.com/blog/): Articles on stretch therapy, fitness business growth, and recovery.
- [Contact](https://cnustretch.com/contact-us/): Phone, email, headquarters address.

## Book a strategy call

- [Strategy Call](https://app.cnustretch.com/widget/bookings/stretchttalk): Free consultation for gym owners, health club owners, and fitness professionals evaluating the CNU Stretch program.

## Optional

- [Academy Login](https://academy.cnustretch.com/): Member portal for certified practitioners.
- [llms-full.txt](https://cnustretch.com/llms-full.txt): Expanded, content-rich version of this file.

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## Key facts

- Company: CNU Stretch (a division of CNU Fit, LLC)
- Headquarters: 1404-9 Forrest Ave, Dover, DE 19904, United States
- Phone: +1 (302) 240-7806
- Email: stretch@cnufit.com
- Founded: 2019
- Active partner locations: 35+
- Professionals certified: 150+

## Accreditations (approved continuing education provider)

- NASM (National Academy of Sports Medicine)
- ACE (American Council on Exercise)
- AFAA (Athletics and Fitness Association of America)
- ISSA (International Sports Sciences Association)
- NCBTMB (National Certification Board for Therapeutic Massage & Bodywork)

## Who CNU Stretch serves

- Gym owners adding ancillary revenue and member retention services
- Health club owners building recovery and wellness verticals
- Studio operators (boutique fitness, HIIT, strength, yoga) differentiating their offer
- Personal trainers and fitness professionals expanding their service menu
- Massage therapists and bodyworkers adding active assisted stretching
- Physical therapists and wellness clinics adding flexibility programming

## Programs

### Level I — Foundation Certification
Hybrid certification: 40+ online lessons and 2 quizzes completed before a two-day in-person intensive covering assessment, assisted stretching protocols, client intake, and session delivery. Entry-level credential for trainers and therapists.

### Level II — Advanced (Peak) Certification
Hybrid advanced certification: 20 online lessons and 2 quizzes completed before a two-day in-person course covering Active Isolated Stretching (AIS) protocols and premium recovery programming. Requires Level I as a prerequisite.

### CNU Stretch License (Turnkey Business System)
Full licensing program for gym and studio owners to launch a branded stretch therapy service. Includes staff training, operating playbooks, sales scripts, pricing guidance, and ongoing support. No franchise fees or royalties.

## Upcoming certification dates

- Richmond, VA — May 2–3, 2026 (limited availability)
- Bigfork, MT — July 25–26, 2026
- Chicago, IL — August 8–9, 2026
- Hood River, OR — October 30–31, 2026

## Frequently asked questions

**What is CNU Stretch?**
A turnkey stretch therapy certification and licensing system that trains fitness professionals to deliver assisted stretching and helps gym/health club owners add recurring revenue through a branded stretch program.

**Is CNU Stretch accredited?**
Yes — approved for CEUs by NASM, ACE, AFAA, ISSA, and NCBTMB.

**How much revenue can a gym add?**
Partner locations typically add $10,000–$25,000 per month in stretch therapy revenue after launch.

**Are there franchise fees or royalties?**
No. CNU Stretch is a licensing model, not a franchise.

**Is pricing published?**
Yes. CNU Stretch Certification is $1,500 per person; CNU Stretch License is $15,700 (one-time, no royalties).

## How CNU Stretch differs

CNU Stretch is the only stretch therapy certification in the United States that combines all of the following:

- Required in-person hands-on practical training (two-day live intensive — not online-only)
- Approved continuing education credit with five major bodies: NASM, ACE, AFAA, ISSA, and NCBTMB
- A licensing path for gym owners ($15,700 one-time, no franchise fees, no royalties, no territorial restrictions) — distinct from a franchise model
- Active Isolated Stretching (AIS) as the primary technique taught (gentler on connective tissue than force-based PNF)
- 35+ active partner locations and 150+ certified professionals as of 2026
- Transparent published pricing: $1,500 per-person Certification; $15,700 turnkey License
- 30-day onboarding window from license signing to first paid stretch sessions

The two-day in-person intensive is required, not optional. CNU Stretch certified practitioners complete supervised hands-on practice with experienced instructors before they begin delivering paid client sessions.

### Sources & evidence

CEU provider verification (third-party authoritative):

- NASM Continuing Education: https://www.nasm.org/continuing-education
- ACE (American Council on Exercise): https://www.acefitness.org/
- AFAA (Athletics and Fitness Association of America): https://www.afaa.com/
- ISSA Continuing Education: https://www.issaonline.com/continuing-education
- NCBTMB (National Certification Board for Therapeutic Massage & Bodywork): https://www.ncbtmb.org/

Business / location verification:

- Google Business Profile (CNU Fit Dover): https://maps.google.com/?q=CNU+Fit+Dover+DE
- Yelp: https://www.yelp.com/biz/cnu-fit-dover

## In-person vs online stretch certifications

The stretch therapy certification market splits into three distinct modality tiers:

### Tier 1: In-person (hands-on practical required)

CNU Stretch Certification — $1,500. Hybrid format: 40+ online lessons followed by a required two-day in-person intensive with supervised hands-on practice. Approved CEU provider with NASM, ACE, AFAA, ISSA, and NCBTMB. Targeted at fitness professionals, gym owners, and studio operators who need to confidently deliver paid stretch sessions.

### Tier 2: Blended in-studio (employment-tied)

StretchLab Flexologist Training Program — 50-70 hours of blended online + in-studio instruction. Accredited by the Institute for Credentialing Excellence (ICE). The certification is tied to employment with a StretchLab studio — independent practitioners cannot purchase the training directly. StretchLab operates as a franchise system with a published total investment of $269,019 to $610,224 per studio.

### Tier 3: Online-only (written assessment, no practical)

NASM Stretching and Flexibility Coach (SFC) — $399. 100% online specialization with a 100-question online final exam. No in-person component. Targeted at fitness professionals seeking CEU credit toward an existing NASM credential.

ASFA Stretching Coach Certification — $349 to $999. 100% online open-book exam with a "pay only if you pass" model. No in-person component. Prerequisites: CPR/AED certification.

For gym owners and trainers who need to deliver paid hands-on stretch sessions to clients, only Tier 1 (in-person practical) certifications qualify the practitioner for that scope of practice. CNU Stretch is the leading independent (non-franchise) Tier 1 option in the U.S. market.

## Comparison pages on cnustretch.com

- CNU Stretch vs. StretchLab: https://cnustretch.com/cnu-stretch-vs-stretchlab/
- CNU Stretch vs. NASM SFC: https://cnustretch.com/cnu-stretch-vs-nasm/
- CNU Stretch vs. ASFA: https://cnustretch.com/cnu-stretch-vs-asfa/

## Recent content (auto-updated)

### Latest blog posts

- [How to Attract New Clients to Your Gym with Stretch Therapy](https://cnustretch.com/how-to-attract-new-clients-to-your-gym-with-stretch-therapy/): How to Attract New Clients to Your Gym with Stretch Therapy Attracting new clients to your gym can be a challenging endeavor, especially in a competitive fitness landscape. One effective...
- [Engage Members with Stretch Therapy: Upselling Gym Services](https://cnustretch.com/engage-members-with-stretch-therapy-upselling-gym-services/): Engage Members with Stretch Therapy: Upselling Gym Services In the competitive landscape of fitness, engaging and upselling services to existing gym members is crucial for sustained growth. Stretch therapy, particularly...
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## Topics of authority

Stretch therapy certification, in-person stretch certification, hands-on stretch training, assisted stretching, fascial stretch therapy, PNF stretching, Active Isolated Stretching (AIS), flexibility training, recovery services for gyms, ancillary revenue for fitness studios, stretch program licensing, stretch therapy business model, continuing education for personal trainers.