Aescape
New York, US · Founded 2017 · 12 known investors
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Aescape offers automated precision bodywork that uses intelligent systems to personalize and adapt each recovery/massage session over time. Its service targets people focused on physical recovery and performance, and is available at 140+ locations across the United States.
Also known as Aescape Recovery Inc.
Founders & leadership
Aescape was founded in 2017 by Eric Litman.

Board


Investors · 12
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Funding
SEC filings, press & company announcements$122.7M disclosed across 3 of 6 rounds · 2022–2025
- $6MSeed roundOct 2025 · 2 sources
Blumberg Capital (lead), Gradient Ventures (lead)
Source ↗ - $83MraisedMar 2025 · 4 sourcesSource ↗
- Undisclosed amountSeries AJan 2025Source ↗
- Undisclosed amountSeries ANov 2022Source ↗
▶$33.7MraisedNov 2022 · 25 investors · Other TechnologyRule 506(b)
- Eric LitmanExecutive Officer, Director, Promoter
- Jonathan ShulkinDirector
- Eric ChinDirector
- John LemaDirector
- Offering amount
- $34.1M
- Amount sold
- $33.7M
- First sale
- Nov 2022
- Incorporated
- Corporation, Delaware
- Federal exemptions
- 06b
Source: SEC EDGAR Form D. Amounts as filed; amended filings shown once at their latest values.
Company profile
researched Aug 2026Aescape (legal entity Aescape Recovery Inc.) offers automated bodywork sessions marketed as "precision bodywork," delivered through equipment that scans a client's body and adapts each session to it. Sessions are performed fully clothed with no oils or preparation, and clients can adjust pressure, audio and visual settings in real time during a session. Session lengths range from 15 to 60 minutes, and customers can choose a pre-set "Signature Session" or build a custom program ("Create Your Aescape").
Access is organized around bookings at partner venues rather than company-owned studios alone: the site lets users search by city, ZIP code or partner name, and describes availability at places where people "train, stay, and recover." Alongside consumer booking, Aescape markets to businesses that want to host its service on-site and to home and office buyers, with dedicated "For business," "Become a partner" and "For home" tracks. A mobile app is offered for finding locations, on-demand booking and tracking a recurring routine, with the company positioning weekly use as a way to reduce tension, improve range of motion and shorten recovery time between activities.
Business model
Aescape sells recovery sessions directly to consumers on a pay-per-session and multi-session package basis, and separately makes its offering available to businesses as partners that host it, as well as to home and office customers. Partner-facing pages cover pricing and a partner application process.
Session-based consumer revenue, including discounted prepaid packages (for example a 3-session, 30-minute "Reset" package at $117.60 versus a $147 list price; a 6-session, 45-minute "Recovery" package at $310.50 versus $414; and a 12-session, 15-minute "Ritual" package at $243.60 versus $348), plus gift purchases and business/home channels. A promotional code (FIRST15) provides 15% off a first session.
Traction
The company reports more than 175,000 sessions delivered with 95% rated excellent, and cites coverage or commentary from outlets including Vogue, WIRED, Mashable and Elite Traveler.
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Market position
Positions itself as consistent, private and frictionless automated bodywork available on demand across a nationwide footprint, as an alternative to conventional manual massage.
Technology
Each session begins with a scan that maps the client's body so movements are targeted precisely, with the system adapting session to session and allowing in-session control of pressure, audio and visuals. Sessions require no oils or disrobing.
Go-to-market
Direct consumer booking via the website and a mobile app, supported by a partner network that hosts Aescape at its venues (searchable by partner name), a business partnership program with published pricing, and a home/office channel. Introductory discount codes and prepaid packages are used to drive first and repeat visits.
Consumers seeking physical recovery and bodywork, reached at fitness, hospitality and recovery venues; businesses that want to offer the service on their premises; and home or office buyers.
Geography
United States; the website cites 150+ locations nationwide (an alternate figure of 140+ also appears on the site).
Compiled by commissioned research from 2 cited public sources — announcements, filings, and press listed under research sources below.
Key figures
latest reportedCompany-reported or press-reported figures, each dated to when it was claimed — not independently audited.
Founder mafia
3 people who came through Aescape went on to found or lead other companies.
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Frequently asked questions
- What does Aescape do?
- Aescape provides automated, personalized bodywork and recovery sessions bookable at 150+ US locations.
- Who founded Aescape?
- Aescape was founded by Eric Litman in 2017.
- Who are Aescape's investors?
- Aescape's investors include AlleyCorp, Alumni Ventures, Basecamp Fund, BroadLight Capital, Crosslink Capital, FJ Labs, Spacecadet Ventures, Valor Equity Partners and 4 more.
- How much funding has Aescape raised?
- Aescape has disclosed $122.7M raised across 3 of its 6 known rounds.
- Where is Aescape headquartered?
- Aescape is headquartered in New York, US.






