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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.

ELEric Litman
Eric LitmanFounder & CEO2017–2025Eric Litman spent his early career at NeXT and later co-founded Proxicom (which went public and was acquired by Dimension Data) and Medialets (acquired by WPP). He founded Aescape, an AI-powered robotic massage platform that grew to over 100 locations and partnerships with major hospitality and fitness brands, before shifting focus to health-related ventures.
JL
John LemaNamed on SEC filing

Board

JSJonathan Shulkin
Jonathan ShulkinBoard directorPartner and Co-President at Valor Equity Partners
ECEric Chin
Eric ChinBoard directorPartner and Alpha Founder at Crosslink Capital

Investors · 12

Alley Robotics VenturesreportedCohasset · $500K – $2M

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Fifth WallreportedLos Angeles · $250K – $100M

How we know: a partner's Signal profile · funding news · Not right? Tell us

Funding

SEC filings, press & company announcements

$122.7M disclosed across 3 of 6 rounds · 2022–2025

▶$33.7MraisedNov 2022 · 25 investors · Other Technology
Rule 506(b)
Officers, directors & promoters on the filing
  • 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
Full filing on SEC EDGAR ↗

Source: SEC EDGAR Form D. Amounts as filed; amended filings shown once at their latest values.

Company profile

researched Aug 2026

Aescape (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.

▸Full profile — market position, technology, go-to-market, geography

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 reported
HeadcountAug 202678
LocationsJan 2026150 locations
Locations nationwideJan 2026150 locations
Sessions deliveredJan 2026175,000 sessions
Sessions deliveredJan 2026175,000 sessions
Sessions rated excellentJan 202695%
Sessions rated excellentJan 202695%

Company-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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Legal entities · 1

corporate structure
AescapeDelaware

In the news

▸Research sources · 2

primary sources listed

2 public sources were cited for this profile; the first-party ones are listed here.

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.