When did Lindora Franchise, LLC become an affiliate of Bft?
Bft Franchise · 2025 FDDAnswer from 2025 FDD Document
Lindora Franchise, LLC ("Lindora Franchisor"), a Delaware limited liability company, has offered franchises for Lindora studios that provide or arrange for the provision of certain medical and non-medical products and services under the Lindora® trademark ("Lindora Studios") since December 2023; however, Lindora Franchisor became our affiliate in January 2024. As of December 31, 2024, there were 31 franchised Lindora Studios in operation.
Source: Item 1 — THE FRANCHISOR, ANY PARENTS, PREDECESSORS AND AFFILIATES (FDD pages 7–12)
What This Means (2025 FDD)
According to Bft's 2025 Franchise Disclosure Document, Lindora Franchise, LLC, which franchises Lindora studios, became an affiliate of Bft in January 2024. As of December 31, 2024, there were 31 franchised Lindora Studios in operation. This indicates that Lindora is part of the Xponential Fitness brand portfolio, which includes other fitness concepts like Club Pilates, CycleBar, Pure Barre, Rumble, Stretch Lab, and Yoga Six.
For a prospective Bft franchisee, this affiliation means that Bft is part of a larger network of fitness brands under Xponential Fitness. This could provide certain advantages, such as shared resources, marketing strategies, and potentially cross-promotional opportunities. However, it also means that Bft's operations and strategies might be influenced by the overall direction and decisions of Xponential Fitness.
It's important for potential franchisees to understand the structure and relationships between Bft and its affiliates, as this can impact the support, training, and overall business model of the franchise. Understanding the dynamics between Bft and Lindora, as well as the other brands in the Xponential Fitness portfolio, can help a franchisee make a more informed decision about investing in a Bft franchise.