What are the conditions that must be met before Body20 provides written approval to open the studio?
Body20 Franchise · 2025 FDDAnswer from 2025 FDD Document
You may not open the Studio until you have received our written approval, which we will not provide until (i) we have viewed the certificate of occupancy, (ii) confirmed that you have complied with the Plans, (iii) confirmed that you have complied with the pre-opening marketing obligations set forth in this Agreement and have done so in accordance with our System Standards as set forth in the Manuals, (iv) your initial employees have satisfied any applicable training requirements that we designate; and (v) you have met the required minimum number of pre-opening members and/or paid membership sales as set forth in Appendix A (the "Pre-
Opening Membership Requirement"), with the intent and effect that such pre-sold memberships will commence immediately on the Opening Date. You must open the Studio for business to the public within ten days from the date we give our written approval. Time is of the essence in constructing the premises for and opening the Studio.
Source: Item 23 — RECEIPT (FDD pages 74–251)
What This Means (2025 FDD)
According to Body20's 2025 Franchise Disclosure Document, a franchisee cannot open their studio until they have received written approval from Body20. This approval is contingent upon several conditions being met.
First, Body20 must view the certificate of occupancy for the studio, confirming that the premises are legally approved for business operations. Second, Body20 needs to confirm that the franchisee has complied with the approved Plans for the studio's construction and layout, ensuring adherence to the brand's standards. Third, the franchisee must demonstrate compliance with pre-opening marketing obligations as outlined in the franchise agreement and according to Body20's System Standards detailed in the manuals.
Additionally, all initial employees must have completed the required training programs designated by Body20. Finally, the franchisee must meet the minimum required number of pre-opening members or achieve the specified pre-opening membership sales, as detailed in Appendix A of the franchise agreement, to ensure a base of members ready to commence immediately upon the studio's opening. Once these conditions are satisfied, Body20 will provide written approval, and the franchisee must open the studio for business within ten days. Time is of the essence in this process.