The Starz Program

Woman-founded. Woman-owned. Child-focused. ✨

At Starz, empowering children starts with empowering those who lead.

Founded by former educator Sophia Wastler, Starz was built from a passion for helping children grow in confidence, creativity, fitness, and social-emotional well-being. Today, we're proud to continue that vision as a woman-owned franchising brand that supports families, schools, and entrepreneurs across the country.

From our corporate team to many of our incredible franchise owners, women are leading the way—creating opportunities, building stronger communities, and helping every child discover their unique spark.

Here's to dreaming big, leading with purpose, and inspiring the next generation to ! ⭐