Until what date did Body Fit Training USA offer Bft franchises?
Bft Franchise · 2025 FDDAnswer from 2025 FDD Document
BFT® franchises were first offered in 2020 by Body Fit Training USA Inc. ("Body Fit Training USA") who continued offering franchises for the brand until October 2021. In October 2021, our affiliate, BFT Franchise Holdings, LLC (our "Predecessor") acquired from Body Fit Training USA all rights, title and interest in and to the BFT franchise system, trademarks, and other intellectual property. Body Fit Training USA's Australian-based affiliate has master franchise rights for the development of BFT-branded studios within Australia, Singapore and New Zealand. Predecessor has temporarily operated Studios in connection with the reacquisition of Studios from franchisees for purposes of resale to new franchisees.
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, Body Fit Training USA Inc. first offered Bft franchises in 2020 and continued to do so until October 2021. After October 2021, BFT Franchise Holdings, LLC acquired all rights and interests in the Bft franchise system from Body Fit Training USA. BFT Franchise SPV, LLC began selling franchises for Studios as of April 4, 2023.
This means that Body Fit Training USA was the original franchisor for Bft before the brand was acquired by BFT Franchise Holdings, LLC. Prospective franchisees should note the change in franchisors and understand the implications of this transition. It is common for franchise systems to undergo restructuring or acquisitions, but it's important to investigate the reasons behind such changes and how they might affect the franchise agreement and ongoing support.
It is also important to note that BFT Franchise SPV, LLC began selling franchises for Studios as of April 4, 2023. This indicates another shift in the franchising entity, which prospective franchisees should be aware of. Understanding the history and evolution of the Bft franchise system can help franchisees make informed decisions and assess the stability and long-term prospects of the brand.