Aescape has secured $83M in funding to scale its AI-powered robotic massage technology, addressing challenges in the massage industry such as inconsistency in experiences and limited access to skilled therapists.
The company uses advanced sensors to map over one million 3D data points of the body, enabling robotic Aerpoints to replicate seven massage techniques with perfect pressure and temperature.
Aescape has gained consumer adoption and driven gym memberships, leading to a nationwide expansion to 60 locations, with partnerships extending to hospitality brands like Four Seasons and Marriott.
The funding round was led by Valor Equity Partners, and the total funding raised by Aescape now amounts to $128M.
Aescape offers an AI-powered massage experience for high-touch wellness environments, integrating into spas, hotels, gyms, and wellness centers to enhance operational efficiency.
The company aims to make high-quality massages more accessible and consistent, targeting the $19B massage and recovery market, with a focus on expanding partnerships and scaling operations.
Aescape provides a two-tier licensing model - Aescape Essential and Aescape Lux - to cater to different types of partners and businesses, enabling personalized recovery experiences.
The company's focus on sustainable growth and operational efficiency positions it well to withstand economic slowdowns while continuing to innovate in the wellness industry.
Aescape plans to scale operations, expand nationwide, and deepen partnerships with industry leaders like Equinox in the next six months, aiming to make AI-powered recovery more accessible.
The company envisions becoming a staple in the wellness industry, with plans to make AI-powered recovery a standard feature in gyms, hotels, and wellness centers everywhere.