Are there any agreements between Basecamp Fitness and third parties that may limit my use of copyrighted materials?

According to Basecamp Fitness's 2025 Franchise Disclosure Document, there are currently no effective agreements between Basecamp Fitness and third parties pertaining to their copyrighted materials that will or may significantly limit a franchisee's use of their copyrighted materials. Basecamp Fitness claims copyright protection for its Operations Manual, advertising and promotional materials, forms, and related materials, though these have not been registered with the Copyright Office. These materials are proprietary and confidential and remain Basecamp Fitness's property.

As a franchisee, you are permitted to use these copyrighted materials only as long as you are a franchisee and only as provided in the Franchise Agreement. You are entrusted with certain confidential and proprietary information, including trade secrets, which are disclosed in the manuals and other materials. This information must be used in the operation of your Basecamp Studio and cannot be used for your own benefit or disclosed to others.

While Basecamp Fitness is not required by any agreement to protect or defend its copyrights, franchisees must adhere to the guidelines and rules set forth by Basecamp Fitness when using their marks. Franchisees cannot use the marks alone or with modifications as part of a corporate or business name, or on the internet in any form, without written authorization. Franchisees must also indicate they are independent operators, as specified in the Franchise Agreement and Operations Manual.