What are the geographic limits for a Basecamp Fitness franchise?
Basecamp_Fitness Franchise · 2025 FDDAnswer from 2025 FDD Document
e ability to develop and operate Orangetheory health and fitness studios under a comprehensive system.
Waxing the City Franchisor LLC ("Waxing the City Franchisor") franchises the right to open, operate, and manage a business that offers a studio experience focused on facial and body waxing and the sale of related products or services in the United States. Franchisees pay Waxing the City Franchisor an initial franchise fee to acquire the franchise. During the term of the franchise agreement, franchisees pay royalties in amounts that vary according to the franchise agreement.
Basecamp Fitness Franchisor LLC ("Basecamp Fitness Franchisor") franchises the right to open, operate, and manage fitness studios in the United States and internationally. Franchisees pay Basecamp Fitness Franchisor an initial franchise fee to acquire the franchise. During the term of the franchise agreement, franchisees pay royalties in amounts that vary according to the franchise agreement.
Basecamp Fitness Franchisor operates internationally as Sumhiit Fitness. Basecamp Fitness Franchisor has a master franchise agreement with an entity that allows the master franchisee to franchise and operate Sumhiit Fitness studios in an international jurisdiction. Basecamp Fitness Franchisor collects an initial master franchise fee and various recurring and nonrecurring fees from the master franchisee.
The Bar Method Franchisor LLC ("Bar Method Franchisor") franchises the right to open, operate, and manage fitness studios in the United States and internationally.
Source: Item 23 — RECEIPTS (FDD pages 62–248)
What This Means (2025 FDD)
According to Basecamp Fitness's 2025 Franchise Disclosure Document, Basecamp Fitness Franchisor LLC franchises the right to open, operate, and manage fitness studios in the United States and internationally. This means that a prospective franchisee could potentially operate a Basecamp Fitness studio either within the United States or in another country, depending on the availability and terms set by the franchisor.
Basecamp Fitness Franchisor also operates internationally as Sumhiit Fitness through a master franchise agreement. This agreement allows a master franchisee to franchise and operate Sumhiit Fitness studios in an international jurisdiction. This indicates that Basecamp Fitness uses a master franchise model for international expansion, where a master franchisee gains the rights to sub-franchise the concept in a specific region.
However, the Franchisee Questionnaire included in the FDD states that if you are a resident of the State of California or your franchise is located in California you are not required to sign this Questionnaire. It also states, "Do not sign this Questionnaire if you are a resident of Hawaii, Maryland, or Washington or if the franchise is to be operated in Hawaii, Maryland, or Washington. If signed or otherwise completed, this Questionnaire will not apply to any Hawaii, Maryland, or Washington franchisee."
Prospective franchisees should inquire with Basecamp Fitness about the specific geographic regions available for franchising, the terms for international franchising versus domestic franchising, and any specific state regulations or restrictions that may apply to their desired location. Understanding these details is crucial for making an informed investment decision.