What was the total number of Beem Light Sauna studios at the start of 2023?
Beem_Light_Sauna Franchise · 2025 FDDAnswer from 2025 FDD Document
| Studio Type | Year | Studios at the Start of the Year | Studios at the End of the Year | Net Change |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Franchised | 2022 | 0 | 1 | +1 |
| 2023 | 1 | 3 | +2 | |
| 2024 | 3 | 38 | +35 | |
| Affiliate-Owned | 2022 | 1 | 2 | +1 |
| 2023 | 2 | 2 | 0 | |
| 2024 | 2 | 1 | -1 | |
| Total Studios | 2022 | 1 | 3 | +2 |
| 2023 | 3 | 5 | +2 | |
| 2024 | 5 | 39 | +34 |
Source: Item 20 — OUTLETS AND FRANCHISEE INFORMATION (FDD pages 66–70)
What This Means (2025 FDD)
According to Beem Light Sauna's 2025 Franchise Disclosure Document, at the start of 2023, there were a total of 3 studios. This total includes both franchised and affiliate-owned studios. Specifically, there was 1 franchised studio and 2 affiliate-owned studios.
It's important to note the distinction between franchised and affiliate-owned studios, especially since the franchisor acquired the franchise system in January 2025. Prior to this acquisition, the predecessor was the franchisor for the fiscal years 2022, 2023, and 2024, and their affiliates owned and operated studios, which are categorized as "Affiliate-Owned Studios" in the document. After the acquisition, these affiliate-owned studios became franchised studios operated under an arms-length agreement.
For a prospective franchisee, this information provides a view of the growth and changes within the Beem Light Sauna system over the past few years. Understanding the breakdown between franchised and affiliate-owned studios can offer insights into the strategic direction of the company and the opportunities available for new franchisees.